🏡 BIGGEST MISTAKES FIRST -TIME LAND BUYERS MAKE (And How to Avoid Them)PART 1

Avoid the biggest mistakes first-time land buyers make. Learn how to verify land, confirm ownership, and make smart real estate investments in Nigeria. Expert tips from LANDZUP.

🏓🏓🏓 INTRODUCTION

Buying land for the first time is a bold and exciting step toward financial freedom. But for many, it becomes a costly mistake due to lack of proper guidance. At LANDZUP, we’ve seen countless new investors lose their hard-earned money because they rushed into land purchases without due diligence.

In this post, we’ll reveal the biggest mistakes first-time land buyers make—and how you can avoid them to secure your dream property confidently.

1️⃣ Not Verifying Land Ownership

Many first-time buyers take the seller’s word without confirming who truly owns the land. Some even buy from people who have no legal right to sell it.

✅ How to Avoid It:
Always request the original Deed of Assignment, Survey Plan, and Title Documents (such as C of O or Governor’s Consent). Verify these at the Land Registry or Ministry of Lands before making payment.

2️⃣ Ignoring Location and Accessibility

That cheap land might seem like a great deal until you discover it’s far from development or prone to flooding.

✅ How to Avoid It:
Visit the site in person. Check road access, drainage, power supply, schools, and nearby development. Visit during the rainy season if possible.

3️⃣ Skipping a Professional Land Survey

Buying land without a survey is one of the biggest red flags. You could unknowingly buy land that belongs to the government or encroach on another person’s property.

✅ How to Avoid It:
Engage a licensed surveyor to verify or prepare the survey plan. This confirms your land boundaries and ensures it’s free from acquisition.

4️⃣ Overlooking Proper Legal Documentation

Some buyers collect only a receipt or informal agreement. This offers little or no legal protection.

✅ How to Avoid It:
Hire a property lawyer to prepare and register your Deed of Assignment or Sale Agreement. Ensure all payments are properly documented and signed by witnesses.

🌲🌲🌲 Conclusion

Land ownership is one of the smartest and safest investments you can make—but only if you do it right. Avoid these common mistakes, do your due diligence, and always consult real estate professionals.

At LANDZUP, our goal is to help you make safe, smart, and profitable property contact us form for a FREE consultation.
Part 2 coming .