Saint Augustine of Hippo once said “patience is the companion of wisdom.”
When it comes to buying land or a house in Nigeria, this is so true.
The moment you find a property that excites you: perfect location, great price and lovely surroundings, your heart starts racing. You are already picturing the foundation being laid or the furniture in place. But hold on.
Be calming down.
The fact that a property looks good does not mean the ownership is good. Yet many buyers, in their excitement, skip the most important step: proper legal checks.
They call a Property Lawyer only to say “the Bar, just prepare the Deed of Conveyance. I want to pay quickly.” Some don’t involve a Lawyer at all until they have paid. That’s like jumping into a river before checking its depth.
If you rush, you stand to lose your money, if the seller isn’t the rightful owner; your peace of mind if the land is in dispute or government acquisition; the property, if there is a superior claim.
But if you’re patient you gain clear ownership after a verified and authentic due diligence process; legal protection; peace of mind knowing you’re not buying court case and a solid investment that won’t crumble tomorrow.
Buying land or property is not an emergency. It’s a lifetime decision. Let your Property Lawyer investigate first and give you a written report.
In real estate, like on the road, speed kills.
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