Buying land in Benin City is very easy and simple. It is also cheap. To get land in Benin City, you can buy it directly from the Community Leaders, Registered Estate agents, and trusted individuals. But there is a dilemma!
How do you know if the land you are buying is genuine? How do you know if or not the land has been sold to another person before now? This is the same reason that has led many to become homeless after building their houses.
You don’t want to get caught in such an act. Here are some things you need to consider before buying land anywhere in Edo State or Benin City at large.
- Ensure to buy land directly from the right community leaders like Enogie, Odionwere, etc., as others may be scams.
- When you buy land, ensure you are given the original documents.
- Always follow the legal process when buying your land, this includes visiting a lawyer, preparing legal documents, and conducting a survey, amongst others.
- Never buy land where there is disagreement, whether family disagreement, community disagreement, etc.
- Never buy land at the border of two communities. unless you have enough money to settle both communities.
- Survey the area properly before buying land, as some areas could be flooded by erosion.
- It is important not to buy land under a power line. This is strictly prohibited.
- Never buy land near moat, riverside drainage, etc. The area can be flooded without your knowledge.
- Avoid buying land that encroaches on the road. When the government finally have your time, they will destroy your property easily.
- Make sure to verify the originality of the documents given to you after the purchase has been made.
In Conclusion
Always visit the Ministry of Survey before you decide to buy that land. it might be cheap but you will end up paying for the consequences. Have you bought land that has had issues before? Share your experience in the comment area with us, we would love to engage.
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