Resources
Know your rights. Keep your money.
Short, honest guides to renting and deposits in Nigeria — no legal-speak.
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Guides
Guide
How deposit protection works
What 'custodial' means, and why it's safer than handing your landlord cash.
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Guide
What can fairly come out of a deposit
The difference between fair wear and tear and damage — with examples.
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Guide
Your end-of-tenancy checklist
The small things that make your deposit come back faster.
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Guide
Moving in? Do these five things first
Half an hour now will protect you for the whole tenancy.
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What landlords should know about deposits
Why protection isn't a tax on landlords — it's a quiet upgrade.
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