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WHY DECEMBER IS A SMART TIME TO INVEST IN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE; AND HOW TO DO IT RIGHT

December in Lagos goes beyond being a party season to being a market signal for investors. The last three months of the year, popularly known as the ember months, are filled with concerts, weddings, and end-of-year celebrations that serve as a preview of the city’s economic rhythm. For investors who know where to look, this period provides valuable insight into consumer behavior, spending confidence,...

LAGOS REAL ESTATE IS ENTERING A BUYER’S MARKET; HERE IS WHY THAT’S GOOD NEWS FOR SMART INVESTORS

For years, the demand for housing in Lagos has far outweighed the supply, making it a seller’s paradise, a market where demand constantly outstripped supply, prices soared unchecked, and buyers often had little room to negotiate. Industry experts now suggest that the Lagos property market, especially in the mid- to high-end segments, is quietly transitioning into a buyer’s market, a scenario...

DO YOU REALLY NEED A REAL ESTATE BROKER? HERE’S THE HONEST TRUTH.

In any property market, especially one like Lagos', it’s easy but careless to think you can do it all yourself.With listings all over the internet, digital platforms offering “verified” deals, and developers promoting directly to buyers, many people wonder — do I really need a real estate broker? Well, the answer might surprise you. You do not need a real estate broker; • If you...

LUXURY HAS A NEW ADDRESS; THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY, VICTORIA ISLAND LAGOS

There are homes, and then there are addresses that define your entire lifestyle. In the heart of Victoria Island, where ambition meets affluence, a new symbol of refined living quietly rises. The Autobiography. For those who understand that real luxury isn’t loud. It's intentional. The autobiography is more than an apartment; it’s a personal statement. A declaration of success, taste, and the kind...

STREAMLINED LAND TITLES COULD BE GAME-CHANGER FOR NIGERIAN REAL ESTATE: HERE’S WHAT BUYERS SHOULD KNOW

For too long, the Nigerian real estate sector has been held back by complicated title processes and bureaucratic inertia. There have been recent call by a leading property agency to simplify land documentation and title registration as a result of the governments crackdown on contraventions and illegal structure, highlighting a critical inflection point in the market. They argue that the status quo...

C of O, DEED , GOVERNOR’S CONSENT A SIMPLE GUIDE TO NIGERIA LAND DOCUMENTS

Let’s be honest, land documents in Nigeria can be a little confusing, especially for first time investors and home owners. C of O, Deed, Governor’s Consent, Survey Plan, we hear a lot of these during the purchase process and it's relevance cannot be understated when you’re buying property in Lagos, even through reputable firms like Geoponts Properties, you should understand what each document is and...

BUYING COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN LEKKI: RETAIL, OFFICES & MIXED-USE. WHAT INVESTORS MUST KNOW

Lekki has become the heartbeat of commercial real estate in Lagos. Once known mainly for luxury homes and beachside getaways, this vibrant district now hosts everything from high-end retail spaces to office towers and mixed-use developments that redefine urban living. If you’ve been thinking of investing in commercial property in Lekki whether you live in Nigeria or abroad this guide will show you...

LAGOS PROPERTY LISTING ARE MISLEADING; HERE IS HOW YOU CAN PROTECT YOURSELF

More than 60 percent of the advertised property listings in Nigeria don’t match the reality according to oikusdat.com, a Lagos-based real estate technology (PropTech) company. The images, the locations, the price, or even whether the property really exists can’t always be trusted. This isn’t merely a numbers issue as it’s a risk affecting thousands of property seekers who end up wasting time,...

HOW TO PICK A RELIABLE REAL ESTATE AGENT IN LAGOS: RED FLAGS, QUESTIONS & VERIFICATION STEPS | GEOPONTS PROPERTIES

If you’ve ever tried buying property in Lagos, you already know finding the right real estate agent can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Everyone claims to “have genuine deals” or “work directly with developers.” But when you’re putting down hundreds of millions of naira or investing from abroad, you can’t afford to guess. So, let’s talk about how to truly identify a...

LAGOS’ PUSH FOR STRONGER REAL ESTATE REGULATION MARKS A TURNING POINT; HERE’S WHY

Recent weeks have seen renewed urgency around regulating Nigeria’s real estate sector, especially in Lagos. Legal experts and government officials are calling for tighter oversight of practitioners, more enforcement of laws, and greater transparency in real estate transactions. At a seminar organized by the Association of Estate Agents of Nigeria (AEAN), Lagos State made it clear: enough is enough....

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