Landiz 8-Step Property Verification System: Nigeria's Most Comprehensive Due Diligence Protocol

To verify property ownership in Nigeria, you need to: 1) Conduct a physical search at the Lands Registry, 2) Verify survey plans with the Surveyor-General's office, 3) Check for litigation at the High Court, 4) Perform community verification with local authorities, and 5) Inspect the property physically. Landiz handles all these steps through our 8-step verification system.

Absolutely. Property verification is critical before any payment. Many Nigerians have lost millions to fake documents, multiple sales, and land disputes because they paid before verification. Always verify ownership, check for encumbrances, and confirm the seller's authority to sell before transferring any funds.

Property verification costs in Lagos typically range from ₦150,000 to ₦350,000 depending on property location, complexity, and required searches. At Landiz, we provide transparent pricing based on your specific needs. Consider it an essential investment—verification costs are minimal compared to potential losses from property fraud.

Yes, foreigners can buy land safely in Nigeria with proper due diligence. The Land Use Act allows foreign investment in Nigerian real estate. However, foreigners face higher risks from fraud and must conduct thorough verification. Landiz specializes in helping diaspora investors and expatriates verify and acquire property securely.

Common property scams include: fake C of O documents, multiple sales of the same land, family land sold without consent, government-acquired land sold illegally, estate developments without approvals, and forged survey plans. Our Property Scam Guide Nigeria covers these in detail.