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Re: House, I Am Confused by grandstar(m): 3:06pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease I am an estate agent, Welcome to Lagos. If you want a place, I would advise you to forget a place near to your workplace due to the high cost. It is best you move to Akute. I am in a 3 bedroom and my current rent is 400k. It will be increased to 550k next year. I am sure you can get a 2bedroom for 500k here and by the time you add agency fees legal fees, caution and so on, it will be 700k. This is less that 2 months salary. Many Lagosians go through this sacrifice daily. You have NO CHOICE!!! You can buy land in many of those estates at Lekki that sell land piecemeal, like 100k monthly over 12 months. Land is an asset. If you purchase 6 plots like that over 5 years, you can sell 2 plots to build on one after 10 years. 3 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by cmikel: 3:07pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease: YOU WERE STAYING IN SOMELSE ACCOMODATION, SAVING YOUR OWN MONEY AND DEFINALTELY CARRING WOMEN TO HIS HOUSE LATELY, THAT WAS WHY HE ASKED YOU TO MOVE OUT BUT YOU WILL NOT SAY THAT SIDE OF THE STORY.... WEL MY ADVISE IS THAT YOU PROPOSE TO YOUR CURRENT ACCOMODANT THAT YOU WANT TO PAY 50% OF THE HOUSE RENT FOR THE NEXT ONE YEAR. THEN BEFORE EXPIRATION YOU CAN LOOK FOR HOSUE AND MOVE OUT . HE MAY NOT AGGREE DEPENDS BC PPL LIKE YOU MAY OVERTHROUGH THE MAN FROM HIS HOME. 4 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Henix(m): 3:07pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
missidy: He really overstayed his welcome 3 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Jorge91: 3:08pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
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Re: House, I Am Confused by frozen70(f): 3:08pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease: Search for a mini flat on mainland prefarable around palm Grove area or Bariga Its close to the Island and live there So that you can pack out from where you are presently, your just have tried so much for you Or search any where you choose but try mainland they are quite cheaper As for your building project, it will be placed on hold so that you can get your accommodation and then plan to marry After eh above two things are settled You can save towards the village project and continue from where you stopped 1 Like |
Re: House, I Am Confused by clusay(m): 3:08pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
U missed it bro. Ur first project na village u dey go do am?.who advice you to take such step.?.first try to build ur own for you and your forthcoming kids. Very important. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: House, I Am Confused by vincenteger: 3:08pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
If you look forward to settle down Then look for a place that would accommodate you and your wife to be. Even if you don't intend to settle down next year. You will need to furnish the house too and that will take some time. Anything you are doing now, look forward to a prospective future that would accommodate you and your future family. Forgot your comfort now. I wish you the best 1 Like |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Wizpa(m): 3:09pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Taylor92: Police go put eye for your matter! 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: House, I Am Confused by abimbola74(m): 3:10pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease:Guy! Uno try @ll so if your host didn’t give you quit notice u won’t think of getting yourself accommodation. You overstayed and it’s because of people like you I hate housing people even Meslf I can’t stay more than a month cos I would prefer a face me I slap you than being a burden on someone ( even if they are more comfortable, u still eat their food nah ) you embarked on a project without sorting your immediate needs. Would have been more better you do the project without rushing it and having a peace of mind . Shey na dat house u Dey carry ur babe go sef? Aswear uno try. Sort your accommodation first, try to do the project gradually while trying to engage someone but abeg don’t do elaborate wedding oo, be wise ooo 5 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by steeltrust: 3:10pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
How can you build house in the village and you don’t have a house in the city Na wa oh The way I de see you so You go be greedy person For your host to say you should live then it means you’re not doing something right Anyway check the comment below cause for me I don’t have one to give 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: House, I Am Confused by seguno2: 3:11pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease: Keep wasting your money on emotional things like a village house that won’t earn you income for building more assets while you live in penury in the city where you work. You go blame village people and God tire for your suboptimal life later. |
Re: House, I Am Confused by zoedew: 3:12pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease:You want to ask your employer if you can work remotely. Then either complete your village home and move there or relocate to Ibadan where 5g is available and you can live in a fine house for a lot less and better Q.O.L. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: House, I Am Confused by ednut1(m): 3:12pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
There are cheap self con in Oniru resettlement estate 2 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by tochez24(m): 3:12pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease: Nigeria is currently in a very bad shape now and anybody advising you to pick up that 1.2M miniflat wants to do you dirty♂️ That's a very BAD move bro!!!! Your sure plug now is to find a way to put up like everyone else. Get a cheaper house even if it's far away to save cost first then adjust your time of coming to work in other to beat the traffic..... I heard that traffic has drastically reduced in Lagos due to the subsidy removal shaaa🙄 3 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by AgentGoat: 3:15pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
You better forget the house in the village and settle your accommodation issue in the city. Except if your parents has no house of their own in the village. Why the rush? House for village wey be say na one week in a year you go stay. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: House, I Am Confused by seguno2: 3:16pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
comorntz: House wey dey VI abi the one in the village? Where is he moving to when his house has been completed 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: House, I Am Confused by emekajacobogbon(m): 3:17pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
[quote author=Saviourplease post=126327063]Good evening house. I am in a dilemma and I need advice on what to do. A bit of background about myself: I am a 29 years only child from a very poor background. I work for an IT firm which i joined in 2019 as a graduate trainee. My total income is around 490k (400k from main job, 90k from a writing side gig). My challenge: Recently, My host have told me to look for my accommodation and I have been searching for houses. Unfortunately, the places closer to my places of work is expensive. I work in VI and the cheapest mini flat I have seen in close vicinity is 1.2M at Ajah. I also have have a building project I am undertaking in the village that is at roofing stage and my parents have been pressuring me to settle down as the only child. My dilemma is this, If i go for the house at Ajah, it will eat a bulk of my savings, thereby making it impossible for me to complete the building project or even start the process of settling down. If I go for a cheaper but farer location, I will be spending more time in traffic. Please, how do I manage this? From experience, avoid any form of pressure before taking any critical decision, 2) make sure you complete your building project and have another source of income before marriage 3) consider long run and short run advantages of getting a new apartment, don't consider your comfort but your vision in time to come. 4) make sure you finish that house before you marriage |
Re: House, I Am Confused by davidadenrele: 3:18pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Hello, Sorry you are seriously under pressure, however you've go to take things easy if you asked me your salary is a good one what you need now is the accommodation closest to your office, have you tried Adekunle and Yaba environments, if you asked me Ajah is a no!!no!! Ajah traffic and Agungi Lekki road can be very unpredictable coupled with all this flooding in that environs i lived in Ajah before and i can tell you for free Ajah is not the best option for you now, you don't need to rent a 2 bed apartment it's only you naa bros, except you insist on 2 bed room apartment may be because you are settling down, trust me you will get something reasonable in Adekunle, Yaba, Onike area this area are the closest to VI, Dolphin Estate or Ikoyi would have been a good option as well but am not sure you will be able to afford it. Dedicate a time, one or two weekends you will get something okay within Adekunle, Yaba and Onike as per the building project in the village you've tried sort yourself out first don't go and die before your time, due to pressure to please family members you will be surprised they will roof that same house you are worried about if your enemy die today, Mobadh that we all are mourning today who are those enjoying all what the poor guy laboured for? borrow yourself sense,your peace of mind comes first before anyone!! my 2cent piece of advice. Saviourplease: 1 Like |
Re: House, I Am Confused by devil007: 3:18pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease:you are squatting with person and you dey build house for village, and you want the person to dey happy, plan your life you are in a rush and packing too many things, you might collapse, and for your host to ask to go that means you are not supporting the house financially, you collect your salary and eat it alone, when month ends buy food stuff for the family and give madam pocket money tochez24: 2 Likes |
Re: House, I Am Confused by olajac: 3:19pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
This is simply what they call a SHOW OF FAME. A grown up adult like you needs solution to something you can solve easily on your own. What a pity! Must you all expose yourself online because you want people to know your worth or what? It is well with you in your searching for solution to this your mumu problem. |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Godwin616: 3:21pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
[quote author=Berankis post=126359914]Find house for Oworo, Bariga, Shomolu na. Very easy, like.... 500 - 750 you go get house[/quote ] That's right. You can get a decent apartment around Iyana oworo axis. Thats your best bet. Btw, that your host really tried o, you have really overstayed in that place. |
Re: House, I Am Confused by solonubinho(m): 3:24pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Depends, do you go to the office everyday? If not, you can try areas like Yaba, Surulere, Gbagada or do a flat share arrangement. As for marriage, that's a huge financial commitment o. Dont let family push you into something that you're not ready for. They will not be there to bear the responsibilities. Sometimes, parents try to push us to make the same financial mistakes that they made unknowingly. |
Re: House, I Am Confused by ekons(m): 3:24pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
I am an agent , come and take nice apartment here in lakowe 400k rent New house Plan your self and work on your time I have people here who normally go to work at VI every day , Straight bus is always available Then send the remaining money to your project at home, Call me on 08139426302 |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Holluwhakemmy(f): 3:25pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Taylor92:GBAJU E so you are a yahoo+guy and you will be criticising others as if you are decent. |
Re: House, I Am Confused by stanzy(m): 3:25pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
I'll advise you sign-up to Adron homes and other affordable real estate platforms. With an initial 1.2m deposit and a monthly 200k remuneration, you should get a decent mini apartment. Nonetheless, you may consider the mainland options while I'll also appeal to fellow nairalanders who have the means and space to accommodate you in their (japa created) empty apartments. Me seff need help with sure hustle @803-635-4265. Enjoy! |
Re: House, I Am Confused by 12inchess: 3:26pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Tell me you're Ibo without telling me you're Ibo should be name of this thread. You're making money in Lagos and diverting it all to your village in Anambra. My advice for you is to relocate to Anambra so every money you wake up and take a bus to your job in V.I to make your monthly 490k. This is why Ronu people will never give many of you guys upper hand in Lagos. Nonsense and ingredients. 1 Like |
Re: House, I Am Confused by SPAMBOX7: 3:28pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease:You go see one bedroom from 800 - 1m for Lekki. I know guys living inside phase 1 one room self com at 450-500k clean rooms. But in your case you fit check the areas that are less dense. At least Lekki is closer to Vi. Unless you dey find 500k bedroom then me no know wetin I go talk again |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Timothy89(m): 3:29pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Taylor92: see Peter obi Supporter Moral police on Tinubu Certificate |
Re: House, I Am Confused by gentleguy1975: 3:29pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
seunlayi o xepost=126359892: 1 Like |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Sirchiboy: 3:30pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease:.. How did you get the job brother? |
Re: House, I Am Confused by Frezhkid10(m): 3:30pm On Oct 12, 2023 |
Saviourplease:Oga set your priorities right.. How can you be building a house in the village and squatting with someone in Lagos??.. You no like enjoyment Building a house where you probably not going to spend 1month in a year in??.. The person wey house you try die!!..get your ass out of that house and go and rent an apartment!!!.. Pause the building for a while 2 Likes |
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