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Buying real estate on a budget
Have you been in a situation where it feels like everyone you know is ahead of you? It can be one of the most frustrating situations anyone can find themselves in. But you don’t have to panic; you too can do it
With these simple tips, you can be the next home owner:
Work within your budget:
Give up wanting to acquire a luxury home when you can afford a reasonable one somewhere else. The beehive areas you are admiring today were once a shadow of themselves. Take Lekki, for instance.
It was not always the best choice of location, but today, it stands as a premium location in Lagos.
Also, evaluate your cash flow and be sure that you are not overestimating your purchasing power. It is safer to use worst-case scenarios in your analysis to reduce possible anxiety.
Do your homework:
Conduct adequate research on your preferred area; identify the landmarks and lifestyle requirements, such as markets and schools.
As they say in our local vernacular, “No go buy land wey you no go sabi find.” Stay guided.
Think value appreciation:
Evaluate the planned and possible growth in the area. Ensure that the property you plan to acquire has the potential to appreciate in value in the event you desire to resell it. In other words, what is the long-term value of the property?
Negotiate where possible:
Negotiation is the act of seeking additional value from a deal. It should be a crime to tell you this, but you should negotiate with your seller. Be sure that you are getting the property’s value. It is also fine to request an inspection of the facility before finalizing payment. Why opt for a one-off payment plan when you can spread the payment?
Stay Disciplined: Finally, all these suggestions will be useless if you don’t stay disciplined. No gree, make anybody whine you. Maintain composure and spend within your means. Your dream home is only an unpurchased aso ebi away.