How to find reliable house agents in Lagos
One of the problems with house hunting in Lagos is that many licensed agents liaise with people (often unregistered) to help them find house hunters as they are more connected with the local community.
In Lagos, acquiring the services of a reliable house agent can improve your chances of getting a quality apartment. But falling victim to an untrustworthy agent during your house-hunting journey could expose you to the ugly side of Lagos’s housing industry. To help you navigate this thorny endeavour, we compile a guide to finding reliable house agents with hope it makes your house hunting process smoother.
Seek out house agents registered with reputable associations
Although there are many associations representing house agents in Lagos, not all are reliable and accessible. Ikeja Record can independently verify the following agencies to protect you from scams and fraud in your house search.
Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA): This is the only government agency in the state responsible for “identifying persons eligible to be licensed as Real Estate Practitioners and provides for the issuance or renewal of annual permits, as well as co…
