If you have rented in Lagos, Abuja, or Port Harcourt in the past two years, you already know the feeling. Your lease renews, and the landlord’s new figure lands like a slap. No negotiation. No warning. Just a new number that is anywhere from 30% to 120% higher than what you paid last year. According …
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This year marks a significant milestone in the journey of one of Nigeria’s most forward-thinking real estate developers—Hontar Projects. As the company celebrates five impactful years in the Nigerian property space, it’s not just commemorating time; it is celebrating trust built, dreams delivered, and communities transformed. A Solidified Mission Founded in 2020, Hontar Projects emerged …
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The completion of the Lekki Deep Sea Port and the planned Epe International Airport are more than transportation projects; they are powerful catalysts driving a surge in land value, population movement, and investor interest across Epe, Ibeju-Lekki, and beyond. These aren’t just government dreams; they’re tangible developments that are already shifting the real estate landscape …
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Secondary Cities Rising: Investment Hotspots Beyond Lagos & Abuja In the Nigerian real estate world, two cities—Lagos and Abuja —have long dominated the spotlight. Their rapid development, infrastructure, and high return potential made them an ideal choice for most investors. But as these markets become increasingly saturated and expensive, a quiet revolution is coming on. …
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For millions of Nigerians, the dream of owning a home is slowly slipping away. The price of land, rising cement costs, and mortgage requirements are becoming out of reach for the average person. Many even wonder if there is such a thing as “affordable housing in Nigeria” Imagine you work so hard, save diligently, and …
Imagine buying a piece of land in Abuja without ever setting foot on it. You were able to do this securely, transparently, and from anywhere in the world. Welcome to the world of PropTech, a blend of real estate and cutting-edge technology that is changing how Nigerians buy, sell, and invest in property. While the …
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Have you ever come across Facebook and Instagram ads promising “dry land, no wahala” or agents offering unbelievable discounts in fast-developing areas in Ibeju Lekki, Epe, or Ikorodu? If so, have you ever wondered if there’s more to those prices? Here is the plain truth: beneath the surface lie hidden costs, legal disputes, and pricing …
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Owning a home in Nigeria is a big deal. It feels like a big dream for many, especially for young professionals and middle-income earners. With skyrocketing property prices and the cost of living on the rise, how are everyday Nigerians expected to afford a decent roof over their heads? That’s where housing fund programs come …
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According to a 2023 report by Jobberman, over 60% of Nigeria’s workforce is under the age of 35, and many of these young professionals cite housing and real estate investment as top financial goals, yet less than 10% of them own property due to affordability constraints and limited access to financing. For many young Nigerian …
Have you ever felt that buying property in Lagos is like you’re paying for the city’s hype rather than its value? Okay, have you ever browsed through Lagos property listings, checked out the prices, then squinted your eyes just to be sure the multiple zeros you were seeing were not a mistake? You are not …
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