RENTAL AGREEMENT

This agreement made between the “Guest” and “Home Sweet City LLC”;

WITNESSETH:

1. BOOKING TERMS

That in consideration of the property, payments and covenants herein expressed, Home Sweet City LLC hereby rents to Guest and Guest rents from Home Sweet City LLC, upon the terms and conditions herein set forth. Payment is due as confirmable and immediately available funds at the time of booking and signing this agreement before occupying the premises.

2. JURISDICTION AND CHOICE OF LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed under, the laws of the District of Columbia. Jurisdiction and venue for all purposes shall be in the District of Columbia.

3. PAYMENTS

All payments for accommodation, taxes and fees called for are due upon agreement to terms without notice, demand or deduction. Payments shall be payable to Home Sweet City by bank transfer, credit card, or check (credit card processing fees apply).

4. OCCUPANTS USE

Guest will use said property with the advertised maximum number of guests only and for no other purpose or additional number of persons whatever, without prior written consent of Home Sweet City LLC.

5. PETS

Guest shall not keep or allow pets on premises without written consent of Home Sweet City LLC in the exercise of its sole discretion. In the event Home Sweet City LLC agrees to allow pets, or is compelled to allow them against its will by applicable law, Guest agrees that any additional costs incurred (such as but not limited to having the property de-flead by a professional exterminator, professional carpet cleaning etc) Guest further agrees to assume all liability and to be responsible for any damage caused by any said pet(s), such as odor and damage to carpets, furnishings, and other personal property.

6. POSSESSION

Guest acknowledges that Guest will and does hereby take and hold said premises as a Guest for the term above described.

7. NO SMOKING

As a material covenant of this agreement, there shall be no smoking of any kind permitted inside of the Property. This prohibition shall include all tobacco and non-tobacco based smoking products, or materials, including but not limited to, marijuana, other controlled or illegal substances, cigarettes, pipes, cigars and e-vape or vaping devices.

8. IDENTITY VERIFICATION

To prevent fraudulent or criminal activity Home Sweet City reserves the right to request a copy of the primary guest’s government issued photo ID in addition to providing a photo of the primary guest holding the aforementioned ID. By confirming this booking guest gives permission to Home Sweet City LLC. to verify guest identity, and check criminal databases in order to confirm the reservation.

9. CONDITION OF PROPERTY

Guest hereby acknowledges that Home Sweet City LLC has inspected said property and that they are in good condition and habitable. Guest accepts the condition of such personal property in its current “as-is, where-is” condition, and without warranty. The personal property is provided for Guest’s convenience only, and Guest is and shall remain liable for breakage, loss, deterioration or other damage to such property during the course of Guest’s occupancy, reasonable wear and tear excepted. Under no circumstances shall Home Sweet City LLC have an obligation to replace any personal property present at the beginning to Guest’s occupancy. Guest agrees that no representation as to the condition of the Property or its contents has been made and no promise to decorate, alter, repair or improve the Property has been made. All furnishings should be left in the same position and not moved unless with prior consent from Home Sweet City LLC.

10. UNLAWFUL USE, DISTURBING NOISES, ETC.

Guest shall not use or permit to be used the property for any unlawful purposes or do or permit any unlawful act in or upon the property. Guest shall not make or permit to be made any disturbing noises or boisterous conduct or do or permit any act which will unreasonably interfere with the rights, comforts, or convenience of other Guests or neighbors. This includes any violation of the D.C. Noise Control Act of 1977 (or any successor laws or regulations) and the fire or police regulations and the commission of any nuisance. Guest shall keep the volume of any radio, TV, stereo or musical instrument in the property sufficiently reduced at all times so as not to disturb other Guests in the building and/or neighbors.

11. NOTICE OF DEFECTS OR MALFUNCTION

Guest will give Home Sweet City LLC prompt written notice of any known defect, breakage, malfunction or damage to or in the structure, equipment or fixtures in or on said property. It is understood that any notice by Guest for any repairs or services shall be deemed permission for the Home Sweet City LLC or its employees to enter the premises at a reasonable time without further notice to perform such repairs or services.

12. TRASH REMOVAL

Home Sweet City LLC shall provide appropriate receptacles for the collection, storage and removal of garbage, rubbish and other waste. Guest shall be responsible for all costs and arrangements involved in removal or disposal of bulk items or large volume trash and/or waste removal needs which Guest may have or be responsible for.

13. ACCESS TO PROPERTY BY HOME SWEET CITY LLC, AGENT AND THEIR DULY DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES

Upon reasonable notice to Guest, which shall be deemed to include notice by e-mail or text messaging, and at reasonable times, Home Sweet City LLC, or his duly designated representative may enter the premises in order to (a) inspect the property, (b) make necessary repairs, carry out maintenance, alterations or improvements, (c) supply necessary or agreed services, and (d) exhibit the property to prospective or actual purchasers, occupants or Guests, mortgagees, appraisers, workmen or contractors.

14. GUEST’S REFUSAL TO ALLOW ACCESS; SURRENDER OF PROPERTY

If Guest refuses to allow access to Home Sweet City LLC or his designated representative as provided in the preceding paragraph, Home Sweet City LLC may obtain injunctive relief to compel access or may terminate this agreement. If Guest fails to vacate the property after notice of termination, Home Sweet City LLC may bring an action for possession and damages sustained, including loss of earnings, and reasonable attorneys’ fees as can be awarded by a court. After termination, whether by expiration of the term or by termination by Home Sweet City LLC upon breach by Guest, the property shall be promptly vacated, all personal property of Guest and trash and debris shall be removed, the Property left in good and broom clean order by Guest, reasonable wear and tear excepted.

15. PARKING

If a city issued street parking permit is provided, it must be requested and printed off by guests in advance of stay. Security of vehicles is the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner and following city parking law, including street cleaning days and restricted parking, are the responsibility of guests and Home Sweet City LLC cannot be held liable for tickets or towing charges.

16. LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

All persons and personal property in or on said property shall be at the sole risk and responsibility of the Guest. Home Sweet City LLC shall not be liable for any damage or injury to said persons or personal property arising from the negligence, acts or omission of acts of any persons or entity, or from roof, wall, floor, door, or window water leaks, or from the freezing, bursting, leaking, or overflowing of water, steam, sewer, or gas pipes, or from heating or plumbing fixtures, or from electric wires or fixtures, or from or by any other cause whatever, latent or patent. No rights of storage are given to Guest by this Agreement. Guest shall obtain additional renter’s insurance to cover any potential damage he is concerned with in connection with his use and occupancy of the property. In summary, Home Sweet City LLC shall not be liable for any injury or damage whatever to the person or property of Guest or any other person or entity in or on said property; and Guest hereby expressly and without reservation covenants and agrees to save Home Sweet City LLC harmless in all such matters, unless such injury or damage is committed deliberately and with malice by Home Sweet City LLC. Guest is advised to obtain renter’s insurance to cover travel, cancellation, personal property and interests.

17. REVIEW OF AGREEMENT

Guest has read this agreement in its entirety and understands its terms and understands that this agreement is a binding contract.

18. CANCELATION

If the Guest wishes to cancel booking prior to arrival, notice must be given at least 30 days prior to check-in date in order to receive a full refund (less 10% booking and processing fees). Bookings canceled at least 15 days before the start of the stay will receive a 50% refund (less 10% booking and processing fees). No refund will be given if notice is given less than 14 days of check in date.