21/09/2026
15 Important Land Tips Every Buyer Should Know. 👇
1. If there is a caveat emptor sign (Let the buyer beware) placed on the land, do not make payment.
2. Find out who actually owns the land. The person selling it may not be the real owner. If the person is selling on behalf of another person, ask for the power of attorney granting the person authority.
3. Ask for the title documents.
Don’t assume that having only a receipt is enough.
4. Carry out a search before you make payment. A proper search can reveal important information about the property.
5. Be careful with cheap land. Find out why the price is so low before paying.
6. Find out whether the land is under government acquisition.
This is something every serious buyer should investigate.
7. If there is mortgage on the land, do not make payment.
8. Find out if there is any dispute over the land. A cheap piece of land can become very expensive when litigation begins.
9. Be extra careful when buying family land. Confirm that those selling have the authority to do so.
10. Don’t allow pressure to make you skip verification.
11. Keep evidence of every payment. You may need it someday.
12. Check the names on all documents. Errors in names can create problems later.
13. If the property is jointly owned ensure the other co-owner is involved.
14. Let a lawyer review the transaction at the early stage before you make payment.
15. As much as possible avoid oral transaction. Ensure the transaction is well documented.
All the best.