Fake property agents in Nigeria often look convincing because they use real property photos and confident language. What exposes them is their process.
Red flags
- No live inspection option
- No clear office, company identity or track record
- No document access before payment
- Pressure to pay a commitment fee immediately
- Changing stories about seller, title or price
How to test an agent
Ask for a live walkthrough, title document summary, seller authority, exact location and whether your lawyer can verify before payment. A fake agent usually becomes aggressive or evasive.
What a credible agent does
A credible agent provides real access, explains the property clearly, allows verification and documents the transaction. Mansa Luxe Realty follows this approach for buyers in Asaba and Abuja.