Property guides
What to check before you buy, rent, sell or pay anyone, with links to the official sources. General information, not legal advice.
For Nigerian agents: write a property listing that answers buyers’ real questions
A field-tested listing structure covering location, costs, condition, documents, photos and a clear next step.
Buying property in Nigeria: a due diligence checklist before you pay
A practical order of checks for buyers: seller identity, title, survey, planning, condition, payment and closing records.
C of O vs deed of assignment in Nigeria: what each document tells you
Understand the different roles of a certificate of occupancy, deed of assignment, survey plan and Governor’s consent.
Buying property in Nigeria from abroad: a safer remote process
A step-by-step remote buying workflow for Nigerians abroad, including independent checks, payment controls and handover evidence.
Buying land in Lagos: how to check the plot before committing
A Lagos-specific sequence for checking survey identity, title records, planning status, access and payment terms.
How to price a house for sale in Nigeria without relying on asking prices
A seller’s guide to comparable properties, condition, title, financing constraints and a realistic launch strategy.
How to check a real estate agent or agency in Nigeria before paying
A buyer and renter checklist for checking identity, authority, registration claims, viewing access and payment instructions.
NHF mortgage in Nigeria: what to check before you apply
A practical guide to contribution history, lender eligibility, affordability and property documents for National Housing Fund applicants.
Buying off-plan property in Nigeria: questions to ask the developer
How to assess developer capacity, land rights, milestones, handover promises and your exit options before paying.
Flood and building-safety checks when choosing a home in Lagos
How to inspect drainage, access, water marks, approvals and completion evidence before renting or buying.
Property viewing checklist for Nigeria: 25 questions that reveal the real cost
What to ask about water, power, flooding, building condition, legal terms and neighbours at a viewing.
Rent increases and tenancy agreements in Nigeria: what to check first
A practical way to read renewal clauses, notice terms, service charges and payment records without assuming one national rule.
Rental scams in Nigeria: red flags before you send a deposit
Practical checks for copied listings, fake agents, viewing fees, account swaps and double-rented apartments.
Renting in Lagos: calculate the full move-in cost before you commit
A renter’s worksheet for rent, agency and legal fees, service charges, deposits, utilities and moving costs.