Land Use Act: The trend of land acquisition by host Government

It is debatable that the Nigerian Land Use Act of 1978 has not absolutely transferred ownership of land to the Governor of states in Nigeria. In this article, we look at the trend of  Land Acquisition by host Government. It is argued that the citizens have no rights...

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Why Governor’s Consent Hinders Real Estate Development In Nigeria

The Governor’s consent is a title document that establishes the consent of every Governor of the 36 states of the federation to all land transaction in the “said state”. Invariably, it is a means of perfecting the title on a land. Obtaining a Governor’s consent in Nigeria...

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How To Do a Proper Land and Property Search in Nigeria – 2

This is the concluding part of the topic; “How to do a Proper Land and Property Search”. Just like this first part, in this piece, we will be discussing the act of Land and Property search; it’s importance and the processes involved. Now, let’s examine critically a situation...

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Buy Now Pay Later: The Truth About Hidden Charges

This is the third and final part of the ‘BUY NOW PAY LATER’. In this final part of the real estate investment series I will be giving answers to frequently asked real estate investment questions. The first thing area I will be looking into is the question of ‘How long it...

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After paying for land, this company is asking for more money

Please help me. After paying for land, this company is asking me for more money. In 2015, I got a flier from a marketer for one of the real estate companies in Lagos here. The property on offer was in a good location, and the price was fair. So I showed interest by calling...

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How To Get Finance For Your Real Estate Business

Finance is very essential in every business venture and real estate business is no exception. If you are considering finance for your real estate business then this article is for you! A lot of people believe real estate business requires a huge capital, while that is somewhat...

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Take The #SackYourLandLord Test

When it comes to finding the right apartment to reside in on lease or permanent basis, many of us misplace our priorities. And due to the excitement of finally getting a place after months of rigorous search especially in a densely populated place like Lagos, we fail to...

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Bargain of the day: The Real Deal in Real Estate

You want to know the best business decision you can make in 2016?  That will be investing in real estate through Realty Point’s “Bargain of the day” offer. This piece gives useful insight to this off-the-hook initiative. It’s a new year of new beginnings, new opportunities...

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Things You Should Know Before Building A Duplex

Just like every real estate property, building a duplex is a great investment for homeowners and landlords, albeit it still comes with its unique advantages and disadvantages. This article highlights the things you should know before buying or building a duplex. Duplexes...

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How Tenants Can Maintain a Healthy Relationship With Landlords

Most of us speak ill of our landlords like we do not aspire to be landlords someday. And I want to believe no one wants to remain a tenant for the rest of their lives, or are there exceptions? This article talks about how tenants can build or maintain a cordial relationship...

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Are Tenants Now Haunting Landlords?

There was a time when the word landlord sent chills down the spines of erring tenants; the days of old when an eviction notice was like a death penalty.  Albeit what is obtainable these days is that tenants now believe they have equal footing with their landlords, they...

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The Fog of Being Half-Awake

You know the feeling, that push-pull of consciousness as you slide between dreams and daylight You know the feeling. That push-pull of consciousness, your face pressed to the pillow as you slide between dreams and daylight. That liminal space we inhabit when we’re half-awake...

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Nigeria’s Constitution Guarantees Women’s Property Rights

The Federal Government says the country’s Constitution does not discriminate against women but also guarantees their rights to inherit property. The theme of the event, organised by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals,...

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