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Estate Agency and Property Management Software/Apps

Herein, we are going to chronicle some software applications that will enhance your real estate or property management business. If you are still analogue, running your Real Estate Agency or Property Management business manually, then it is high time you embraced innovation. This is not necessarily an endorsement but an attempt to make your work easier and more efficient.

Don Okereke Apr 24, 2014 · 4 min read

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Home & LifestyleApr 9, 2014

Living in Lagos Series: Ibeju-Lekki Axis

Our next port of call in this series of profiling what makes the different parts of Lagos tick, is Ibeju-Lekki. The name Ibeju-Lekki is derived from the name of two autonomous communities: Ibeju and Lekki. Ibeju-Lekki shares boundaries with Ogun state to the north, Eti-Osa local government to the west, Epe local government to the east and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. Some of the prominent communities in Ibeju-Lekki include: Abijo, Awoyaya, Lakowe, Bogije, Sapati, Igando-Oloja, Arapagi, oke-odo Elemoro, Akodo, Magbon-Alade, Eleko, Debojo, Solu-Alade, Iwerekun amongst others.

D Don Okereke 3 min read

Home & LifestyleApr 8, 2014

Living in Lagos Series: Ikeja

In this series, we shall be chronicling different parts of Lagos State vis-a-vis what makes them tick, cost of accommodation, commercial activities and so on and so forth. Where else can we begin this series than from Ikeja - the Lagos State Capital/Seat of Government? Ikeja is part of what is known as Lagos Mainland.

D Don Okereke 3 min read

GeneralApr 3, 2014

The Difference Between a Mini Flat and Self Contained Explained

There seem to be some misunderstanding as to what precisely a self-contained apartment and a mini flat is. The purpose of this essay is to clarify the ambiguity surrounding the aforementioned notions.

D Don Okereke 2 min read

InvestmentApr 1, 2014

8 Steps to Successfully Invest in the Real Estate Sector in Nigeria

They say if something is expensive but worth it, you will find a way to get it. And property in regard to land and buildings is one thing that is worth your investment in the long term.

P Patrick Osiegbu 5 min read

Home & LifestyleMar 25, 2014

My Personal Experience of House Hunting in Nigeria

Let me start with an adage that goes thus, ‘those who had their palm kernel cracked for them by the gods do not know what it takes to crack a palm kernel’. House hunting in Nigeria is definitely a herculean task. Folks that inherited houses or have not lived outside their parent’s abode and their enclave will not appreciate the challenges of renting an apartment, accommodation in Nigeria.

K Kanayo 3 min read

CompetitionsMar 25, 2014

House Hunting Naija Style Competition – Share your story

Everyone has a house hunting story, whether it was easy or not! Join our competition by telling us your story and win loads of prizes!

K Kanayo 3 min read

AdvertisingMar 19, 2014

How the Internet Revolutionized the Real Estate Industry in Nigeria

The advent of the internet has revolutionized and enhanced human activity. One of the beneficiaries of this is the real estate industry. Prior to now, real estate experts do not have a choice on where, how to advertize their business. Same applied to prospective property buyers or those wishing to rent properties. Both sides of the bargain relied on either the print or electronic media to either advertise (sell their properties) or to buy.

D Don Okereke 2 min read

NewsMar 19, 2014

Regulating "Estate Agents" in Nigeria

The Lagos State Government enacted a Tenancy Law a while ago. Tenants in the State saw this as a step in the right direction. From all indications, it appears the frenzy has fizzled out and it is business as usual again. This made me to pen an article titled, "is the Lagos Tenancy Law a Paper-Tiger?". Nigeria is no doubt awash with laws, we are not lacking in them. We should endeavor to make the laws enforceable.

D Don Okereke 3 min read

NewsMar 17, 2014

Ogun State Homeowners Charter Scheme Highly Subscribed, Ends March 31st

We wrote a while ago that the Ogun State government recently introduced a scheme tagged, "Ogun State Homeowners Charter" which is aimed at regularizing Property Titles in Ogun State. The exercise was initially billed to end on February 28 but has been extended to March 31st, 2014. Reports indicate that quite a good number of property owners in Ogun State availed themselves this rare opportunity to sort out their Property Titles.

D Don Okereke 2 min read

Home & LifestyleMar 13, 2014

Personal & Residential Security Tips - Part II

This is a sequel to the first leg of my essay with the same title. I am poised to flesh out the earlier article by adding more tips that will aid you to protect yourself, your loved ones and your properties/investments. A lot of times, common sense goes a long way in enhancing security and safety.

D Don Okereke 3 min read

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