- Getting an apartment in Lagos can be quite frustrating and this is where agents come in.
Lagos is the centre of excellence with a population estimated to be about 14,862,111 with a forecast of it increasing to more than 15 million by 2022.
Despite the almost crippling population of Lagos, more and more people move to Lagos every day.
Due to this, there’s the never-ending demand for apartments for people to rest their heads and ultimately live in.
Before renting an apartment in Lagos, we propose that you consider the following:
Location
Location plays a huge role in helping pick an apartment. What with the insane traffic in Lagos, you might want to get an apartment that is easily accessible and also close to your place of work.
Agents
Getting an apartment in Lagos can be quite frustrating and this is where agents come in. Agents help in getting you an apartment of your choice. However, most agents are tricky and are only after the agent fee you would and as such it is advisable to make a negotiation about refund in the case that they don’t get what you want.
Unpaid Utility Bills
More often than not, most apartments have unpaid utility bills running into thousands and thousands of naira. As on paying for the apartment, you automatically inherit the unpaid debts of former tenants. Always ask to see the utility bill of the house you’re moving into. ask questions. Lucky for you if the house uses a prepaid metre.
Avoid Apartments Close To Religious Areas
If you love serene environments, having a house close to a religious centre is a no-no.
Read The Agreement Thoroughly
It’s common sense to read the agreement of a house thoroughly before paying. As it would make you see clauses inserted by the landlord which you aren’t comfortable with.
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Erosion Prone Areas
Someone once suggested looking for a house during the rainy season and the reason isn’t far fetched. During the rainy season, you’d assess whether the apartment you intend to move into is prone to flood, leakage and the likes.
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