by Desh Nautilus Ltd 💬 Introduction: “Your Uncle’s Friend Said It’s Genuine…”
Let’s talk about that guy.
You know him, the smooth talker who said, “This land is going fast, bros. No story. Just bring money.”
He even dropped some Latin words like C of O, Survey Plan, and allocation, and before you could say “Let me inspect,” your ₦2.5 million had disappeared faster than your pounded yam at Christmas lunch.
Welcome to the world of the Real Estate Scam, where naivety meets bold packaging and receipts vanish faster than land titles in a shady registry.
At Desh Nautilus, we’ve met buyers with trauma, stories, and scars. That’s why today, we’re handing you a radar system for sniffing out scams before they eat your savings.
Let’s dive in.
🔍 What Exactly Is a Real Estate Scam?
A real estate scam is any dishonest, fraudulent or misleading transaction that results in a buyer being cheated out of their money, property, or rightful ownership. It could be through fake documents, non-existent land, double allocation, or rogue agents parading as property “consultants.”
And in cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, the streets are not just talking, they’re yelling. Too many Nigerians are falling for sweet talk without doing due diligence.
🧠 How to Tell a Real Estate Scam from a Legit Property Deal
Let’s now break it down, signs you should be running instead of buying.
🚩 1. If It Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Probably Is
“Buy 3 plots, get a goat and a solar panel free!”
“₦800k for 600sqm in Lekki, title is Global XYZ Plan.”
My brother and sister in the Lord, cheap doesn’t mean legit.
While there are affordable estates, prices must make sense for the location, infrastructure, and title. If the pricing sounds like Black Friday madness, pause. You might be buying frustration wrapped in granite.
🧾 2. No Proof, No Peace – Ask for the Documents
The real ones show you:
- Survey Plan
- Title Documents (C of O, Gazette, Excision, etc.)
- Deed of Assignment (template)
- Layout Plan / Allocation layout
If all they have is “the word of my boss” or “na family land” and they hiss when you say due diligence, just know you’re being prepped for breakfast.
🗺️ 3. No Site Visit? That’s a Setup
Always. Inspect. The. Land.
Don’t buy land you’ve never seen. Even if the seller sends 15 drone shots and promises to Uber you in December, go there.
Touch the soil.
Check the fencing.
Talk to the neighbors.
See if it’s swampy or under powerlines.
Find out if the place exists beyond Google Maps.
📞 4. They Avoid Written Communication
WhatsApp only. No emails. No official receipts. “Let’s just meet and talk, bro.”
Legit companies give you paper trail, payment acknowledgment, client service lines, and even NDAs in some cases.
If they’re avoiding documentation like someone dodging NEPA bills, that’s a red flag on a red carpet.
🏢 5. Is There an Office, Website, or Brand?
A trusted real estate company has:
- A registered company name
- Visible social presence
- Client reviews
- A physical office (yes, even if small)
- Google listings, testimonials, etc.
They’re not hiding in an uncompleted building with one plastic chair and a table fan.
🔐 What Makes Desh Nautilus a Legit Property Company?
At Desh Nautilus, we believe in educating before selling.
Here’s why you’ll never fall victim to a real estate scam when you work with us:
- ✅ We provide verified titles on every property we sell
- ✅ All inspections are free and coordinated
- ✅ You get receipts, contracts, and legal documents
- ✅ We have an actual office (no disappearing agents)
- ✅ Our buyers get after-sale support – not ghosted once they pay
We won’t pressure you.
We won’t trick you.
We won’t sell land we wouldn’t buy ourselves.
Our mission is simple: Buy land, not regrets.
📣 Still Worried About Getting Scammed?
Good. Fear is valid. But ignorance is expensive.
Before you make any payment, message us. Let’s run the paperwork. Let’s do the inspection. Let’s give you a transparent walkthrough.
We’re not just a sales team, we’re your real estate intelligence partner.
💼 Bonus – Quick Checklist: How to Avoid a Real Estate Scam
| ✅ Step | Why It Matters |
| Visit the property | Confirm existence & condition |
| Verify the title | Ensure legality |
| Ask for layout & survey | See what’s allocated |
| Check seller’s RC/registration | Confirm company legitimacy |
| Pay to company account only | Avoid individual scams |
| Demand receipt & agreements | Keep paper trail |
🧩 Conclusion
In Nigeria, land is wealth, but only if it’s truly yours.
The next time someone tries to rush you into “urgent payment,” remember this post.
Take a deep breath. Ask the right questions. And if you’re unsure, walk away. Because at Desh Nautilus, we believe:
Owning land should bring peace, not panic.
📞 Ready to buy land with confidence?
DM us today or book a free inspection.
Let’s secure your future, no scams attached.
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +2349028316625
📧 Email: deshnautilusltd@gmail.com
