Consumer Protection BureauConsumer Sourcebook – Extra Note: Rental Referral Agencies
All rental agencies operating in New Hampshire must post a surety bond with the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office.
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A "rental referral agency" is a business that will, for a fee, assist people who are searching for a place to rent by providing listings of available rental units. All rental agencies operating in New Hampshire must post a surety bond with the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office.
- Rental referral agencies may not charge more than $10 for their services unless a property is obtained by the prospective tenant through the direct services of the agency.
- A contract between the agency and the consumer-client must be signed by both parties before any deposit or fee is paid.
- The agency cannot state or imply that any rental property is available unless its availability has been verified within the previous 48 hours.
If you have any problems with a rental referral agency, contact New Hampshire's Consumer Protection & Antitrust Bureau at 603-271-3641 or 1-888-468-4454.