Buying land is one of the biggest investments you can make. Unfortunately, cases of fake titles and double allocations are common. As a surveyor, I’ve seen buyers lose millions due to poor due diligence. Here are 5 simple checks to protect yourself.

i) Visit Ministry of Lands (title search).
ii) Verify seller’s ID with land records.
iii) Check survey map (mutation form & RIM).
iv) Confirm with local authority (county).
v) Always work with a licensed surveyor.