Everyone wants to get the best deals in real estate, and getting rental properties or properties for sale at a good bargain saves a lot of cost. In Abuja, places like Maitama, Wuse 2, Asokoro, Guzape, Katampe extension, Wuye and Jabi are highbrow areas and prices of properties have continued to soar. On the other hand, some places on the outskirts like Some parts of Gwarinpa, Dawaki, Kubwa, Mpape, Lokogoma, Lugbe, Airport road, Karu, Nyanya, Kurudu, Deidei, Dutse, Gwagwalada etc. are relatively affordable. Even some old properties in Garki, Wuse and some parts of Utako are cheaper compared with such houses in the highbrow areas of Abuja. Patience and a meticulous search with an estate agent with wider reach will help in landing that cheap accommodation for you.

When it comes to buying real estate, anytime is right. What to consider is location, nature of property and price. Once it meets your expectations, go ahead and take the huge step. Properties will rather appreciate over time than depreciate. So once the offer is good, the location and supporting infrastructure ticks all the boxes, chances are that you are making the right decision, no matter the time.

It is common practice for people to assume a price for their property especially when they check the going rate in the neighbourhood. To determine the worth of your property, you need the services of a qualified Estate Surveyor and Valuer. After which you are given a valuation report. The valuation will take into cognizance the amenities, type of property, state of your property and location. This will certainly guarantee that you get the near exact worth of your house.

There are so many areas of real estate to invest in and make a good return on investment (ROI). One such area for those with little funds is land banking. Seek for lands in suburbs or outskirts selling for cheap, but with potential to grow and buy. Resell in about 2 to 5 years and make good profit. Others are;

• buy land, build and sell,
• buy houses off plan (when still in carcass level) and resell when finished,
• Buy rent for 5 to 10 years and sell,
• Co-buy with others, then sell and split profit.

Whichever you want to venture into, choosing the right real estate agency to help you with the process will make a lot of difference.

There is no rocket science in choosing a real estate agent. You can choose by recommendation from a friend or others that have used them. You can also carry out your own due diligence or try out anyone you see and move on to the next one if you’re not satisfied. From our own research, the best way remains carrying out your own due diligence and select one with the best reviews or one with good online and office presence. That way, you can always hold them accountable when the need arises.

Selling your house can be comfortably done from the comfort of your home without any hassles. Firstly, you have to give a valuation to your house. Get a valuer assess the condition and set the right price (competitive price) for your house. Secondly, you take good pictures and list your house. Thirdly, you negotiate and accept offers when they come. Finally, you close the deal with the buyer after the due paper work. With most of the registered real estate agencies having an online presence, this is now as simply as going to the web from the comfort of your home and carry out the following steps. Note that how fast your property sells is determined by; 1) The state of the property, 2) The price, 3) The location, 4) Other factors like the title document, the capacity of the agency handling the sales and the owner’s response to offers.