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5 EASY STEPS TO BECOME A LANDLORD IN ABUJA



What have you heard about Abuja? Ever since this city began to gain prominence in the 1990s, tales about it have sprung; tales to rival all God’s promises for Canaan Land to the Israelites. While I may not know what version you were told, we can, however, agree on one takeaway; the streets of Abuja are paved with naira and big-time connections.



The National population Commission estimates that the population of this city grew exponentially from about 800,000 in 2006 to a little over 3,000,000 in 2020. The FCT has consistently maintained a firm foothold in the category of five Nigerian cities with the highest internally generated revenue in the last eight years, at least. Abuja is also known for being one of the few purpose-built capital cities in Africa, as well as being one of the wealthiest.



Investing in real estate, which is after-all the highest-earning sector of this city’s economy, may very well be the most rewarding venture to undertake at this point in Nigeria. We will show you how you can become a landlord in this city in five easy steps.

1. Research, research, research

So, at this point we believe you have a few thousand bucks sitting idly by in one of your bank accounts. However, before you hurriedly commit your hard-earned money to investing in any piece of real-estate, you have to do your due diligence on the real estate firm you are investing with. A myriad of painful experiences we learn about everyday should already tell you that it is safer to invest with credible and reputable firms rather than buy from omoniles. Request private inspection of the property, ask to see duly approved government mandate to sell lands and property in Abuja. Why, you could even ask to see CAC issued Certificates of Incorporation! You should also read reviews of the company on its social media platforms.

2. Be comfortable with the estate prototype

A home is not just where you live in; it is largely where you feel comfortable and at peace. A lot of the real estate firms in Abuja have prototypes for their estates. It may be impossible to get the go-ahead to deviate from this prototype. So be sure to get comfortable with the design before payment. Patience is key here as this is a very vital detail. Until you find the design that meets the specifications for your dream home, we would suggest you keep searching.

3. Make payment, even in instalments!

You do not need one lump sum to own a piece of real estate in Abuja. A lot of the firms here have flexible payment plans. Granted, a sizeable initial deposit will be asked, thereafter, you can split payment to your convenience. Some reputable firms request as low as between N500,000 – N1,000,000 as initial payment. Reach a payment agreement that conveniently suits your monthly income.

4. Obtain duly signed documents

At this point, you are convinced beyond any doubt the firm has government mandates to operate within the city. Right? Be sure to request personal copies of duly signed and approved documents. Any action to the contrary may well end in premium tears. Some documents you should obtain are Deed of Assignment, Offer Letter, and Grant of Allocation, et cetera. Do not fret if this process becomes too mind-numbing; you can seek professional legal help.

5. You can start building!

Here is the good part; you can start building even before you finish payment. While we encourage you to stick to the terms and conditions for payment, we can confidently inform you that a lot of the firms here will allow you begin work on your plot as soon as a certain percentage has been paid by you. This is often pegged at 40%. It is the beginning of the New Year, so if you begin these steps now, you may as well celebrate the yuletide in Abuja in the comfort of your own