Original Message:
Re: New $99 few for DIY verified and protected is ridiculous (by Jim C.):
Just started to enter my villa for rent with RedWeek. I have used RedWeek for several years to my satisfaction. Now to place a Do It Yourself (DIY) listing, there are several changes that only benefit RedWeek, and not the Owner that has a villa to rent. Several new conditions for the DIY lister includes: Signing a RedWeek Agreement that benefits primarily RedWeek. Renter pays RedWeek directly and the Owner is not paid till at least two business days after the occupancy date. In addition to the $49 listing fee, RedWeek collects a $99 rental completion fee from the rental fee amount. Owner has two days to accept any full price offer, and if not accepted for any reason, the Owner is still on the line for the $99 fee. The rental fee "strict payment" option is gone. Renter can cancel at least 65 days prior to the occupancy date and receive a 50% refund, but the Owner is still liable for the $99 rental completion fee. So, I am now looking for another vacation villa rental listing site.