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Shield
Full Protection
Before You Sign.
Renting from abroad? We verify every detail so you can avoid scams and feel confident signing from anywhere.
- 100% independent property inspection
- Protect your deposit & rental rights
- Trusted by students from 20+ countries
1. Enter the inspection address and neighborhood
2. We run our deep verification
3. You receive a report within 48 hours
Step 1
Share the address and neighborhood
Found a room, apartment, or listing online? Just share the address or the link. You can also upload screenshots or share landlord details if you have them. We’ll take it from there and start your check right away.
Verified rental within 48 hours- One-on-one support via email
- No subscriptions or extra fees
Step 2
We run our deep verification
We run a full digital inspection including landlord screening, document checks, fraud detection, and neighborhood analysis. We look into scam activity around the property’s area and flag safety indicators that students often miss.
- Property ownership verified
- Location and neighborhood analysis
- Complete landlord check
- The neighbours opinion
Step 3
Receive your complete report in 48 hours
Your report includes a green, yellow, or red risk score, a clear summary of what we found, and practical advice. We’ll help you decide if the rental is safe, risky, or should be avoided before you sign or send a cent.
- Ownership, landlord, and listing checks
- Neighborhood report analysis
- Delivered within 48 hours
- Written in clear, actionable English
Testimonials
Shield has already protected thousands
Trusted by students from 20+ countries
Amsterdam
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"I almost paid a fake landlord before using Housetective. Their inspection caught the fraud and saved me €1,200."
- Alejandro from Spain
Delft
"I was nervous renting online from abroad. Their team explained everything and helped me avoid a risky sublet."
- Lola from Sweden
Utrecht
"Their report helped me back out before I lost my deposit. Super clear and fast."
- Tom from Denmark
Eindhoven
"I was nervous about student housing scams. Their inspection made it easy to rent safely before moving."
- Marco from Mexico
Leiden
"The listing looked real, but it was fake. Housetective found the fraud and saved me from losing €2,000."
- Louise from Germany
Groningen
“Renting from the US was stressful. Their report and photos gave me peace of mind in one day.”
- Mody from the United States
Pricing
Avoid rental scams with full verification
Including landlord and neighborhood
Shield
Money-back guarantee
€149
Whats included? Absolutely everything.
Ownership and landlord identity checked- Neighborhood analysis
- Clear green, yellow, red risk score
- One-time payment. No subscription.
- Delivered within 48 hours
Need help? - Contact us
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What do you include in the neighborhood analysis?
We review everything that matters before moving, from the distance to university to the number of bike thefts in the area.
Can I use Shield even if I don’t have a contract yet?
Yes. If you don’t have a rental agreement, we’ll focus on the listing, location, and landlord.
Is this for full apartments or shared rooms too?
Both. We verify any type of rental: private rooms, studios, shared housing, and full apartments.
What happens if I get scammed even after using Housetective?
If we cleared a property and you still lose money due to fraud, you may be eligible for a full refund under our protection policy.
Call
Still have questions before booking?
Talk to a Housetective expert and explain your rental situation for free.