WHY INVEST IN REAL ESTATE?

You tell people to invest in real estate and they say, "I already have a house, why should I buy another?"
Paulson John said, "If you don't own a home, buy one, if you own a home, buy another if you own two homes buy a third and lend your relatives the money to buy a home."
 Armstrong Williams also said "Real estate provides the highest returns, the greatest values and the least risk"





Real estate investment remains the safest and quickest way to make money and it will never be stolen from you. Let me tell you why you need to buy another house.

Mr. Peter and Mr. Paul had 10 million naira each. Mr. Peter decided to buy a house with his own 10 million naira even though he already has a house of his own that he lives in with his family, while Mr. Paul decided to buy his luxurious dream car and go on that expensive vacation he has been dreaming about because he already has a house of his own, and his family is comfortable. Two years later, they had both exhausted the 10 million naira.
 Mr. Peter decided to give his house out for rent and gets back at least 2 million every year as annual returns from the rent. Mr. Peter can comfortably quit his job and go home to sleep knowing that at the end of the year he is going to have 2 million or more from doing nothing. He can also buy that luxurious car and go on that expensive vacation now, all from the returns from his annual rent. Even after retirement Mr. Peter still has something to fall back to yearly, without waiting for his pension.
While Mr. Paul will have to keep working very hard to sustain his family for a very long time. He can no longer maintain that luxurious car, neither can he afford any more vacations. And after retirement all Mr Paul can fall back to is his pension.

What is the difference between Mr. Peter and Mr. Paul?

> Mr. Peter decided to let his money work for him by investing it in real estate, while Mr. Paul decided to keep working for money all his life.
> Even if Mr. Peter dies, his family will keep benefiting from the annual returns from rent.
If Mr. Paul dies, his family are bound to suffer if he was their only source of income.
>  Mr. Peter didn't make an investment that will benefit just him, he created generational wealth for a very long time. While Mr. Paul decided to invest his money on what will benefit him alone for a short term.
> Mr. Peter used his money for investment, Mr. Paul spent his money on liability.
> Mr. Peter was wise, Mr Paul was not wise.

Don't be like Mr. Paul, be like Mr. Peter, you can visit us at WHITE AVENUE GROUP 5th floor, Yobe Investment House, Plot 823 Ralph Shodehinde Street, Central Business District, Abuja.
To make that wise investment in real estate. Or call us on 09099582911 or 08187845406
Visit our website @ www.whiteavenuegroup.com for more information.

Juliet Isa,
Customer Care Representative, 
White Avenue Group.
07038372568

TOP FIVE (5) UPCOMING REAL ESTATE LOCATIONS IN ABUJA.

If you are planning on going into Real Estate business or buying Real Estate in Abuja, then there are five (5) top locations that you should look out for that are fast developing. With the kind of development coming into these locations, in no distant time it will become very famous and really expensive to acquire. 

1. WUYE DISTRICT

Wuye is considered to be in the heart of town and lies along the Nnamdi Azikiwe Express way, it shares boundary with Jabi, Utako and is home to the very famous Jabi Park, Zatech, Family Worship Centre, Wuye Police Station, Wuye Ultra Modern Market and so many estates including White Avenue's Glendale Place Estate.  The National Stadium is about 10 minutes drive to Wuye and within its vicinity is the Central Mosque and Shoprite.

2. KATAMPE EXTENSION

Katampe extension is before Gwarinpa and on the right side of Murtala Muhammed Expressway, it is adjacent to Maitama and Mabushi. With very good infrastructures and security, this location is already becoming homes to some of the high and mighty in Abuja, and it's host to the famous Cadastral zone. It's about 10 minutes drive to the city center.

3. GUZAPE

Guzape is a District in the phase one of Abuja… It is one of the newest of the districts within this division. It’s a hilly area which comes face to face with nature. Guzape shares boundary with Garki 2 and the famous Asokoro and some of its areas are being mistaken for Asokoro District. Its home to the famous Coza and has lots of developing estates, It’s approximately 15 minutes from Guzape to the city centre.

4. KARSANA

Karsana is a new layout in Abuja just after Gwarinpa and close to the Catholic Papa's ground. with the way estates are springing up there, it is definitely a location to look out for. It hosts many estates such as the Efab Metropolis, Mab Global Estate, Ipent 7 Estate, Queens Estate and several others.

5. FO1 DISTRICT

FO1 District is the newest layout in Kubwa, located on the right hand side of the Murtala Muhammed Expressway (From the CBD to Suleja). It's a serene environment, with excellent power supply. It is host to Living Faith Church, The Catholic Daughter's of Charity Hospital and so many new Estates, including White Avenue's Cedarwood City. With the kind of development going on at FO1, this district will be competing with top locations in no time.

Now you know where to look in terms of real estate. If you want to own a home in two of these top upcoming locations Or you are thinking of investment, Visit us now @ White Avenue Group Abuja, Plot 823 Ralph Shodehinde Street, Central Business District, Abuja. Or give us a call on 08187845406 or 09099582911 
For more information about us, visit our website www.whiteavenuegroup.com.


Juliet Isa,
Customer Care Representative,
White Avenue Group, Abuja.
07038372568

FIVE (5) BUYING DECISIONS

As a sales person, you have to know that there are 5 questions your customer is asking him/her self before making a decision to buy your product. Some of them might ask you these questions out loud, while others will just think about the questions silently. It is your duty to answer these questions whether they are asked out loud or not.

1) DO I LIKE OR TRUST THE SALES PERSON?: Your customers are buying you first before buying your product. They have to know you to an extent by conversing with you (This conversation will determine if they will like and trust you or hate you). As a sales person, when talking to your customers for the first time, ensure that you give them the best and honest part of you. Because it will determine if they buy from you or not.

2) DO I TRUST THE PRODUCING COMPANY?: Apart from your customers trusting and liking you as a person, they have to also trust the company that is producing your product. If the producing company has a past record of disappointments and dishonesty, your client might not buy from you, because of the company you represent, and this might affect your personal credibility too. As a sales person, always be conscious of the company you are representing because a dent on their image might affect your image too.

3)WHY DO I NEED THE PRODUCT?: If your clients trust you and your company, the important question they are asking themselves is,"What problem is this product solving for me?" As a sales person, it is your duty to show them and explain to them why they actually need your products and the needs your product is meeting for them. Once a customer can identify the solution your product will be providing for him/her, be sure they are definitely going to buy from you.

4) WHAT IS THE PRICE?: Even if your clients really need your product, the next important questions they will be asking themselves are "Can I afford it? Is the price a good investment for me?" Always give your clients value, quality and excellence through your product, so that no matter what the price is, they will still be willing to buy, because they believe it's a good investment that will give them value in the future and the price is worth it.

 

  5)IS IT A RIGHT TIME TO BUY?: "Is this a good time to buy?" or "When do I really need this product?" this is the last question your client is thinking about. So make sure the product you are selling meets their need at that particular time. You can't sell college note books to a mother who has a child in kindergarten, although the college note book is important the timing is wrong. Know when to sell your products and who needs your product at that time.



Whatever product your are trying to sell, know that your customers are always thinking of these questions and without answers to them, you will lose your customers.
We are at WHITE AVENUE REAL ESTATE are always answering all your questions about housing. Visit us at 4th Floor Yobe Investment House, Plot 823 Ralph Shodehinde street, Central Business District, Abuja. Or visit our website @ www.whiteavenuegroup.com.


Juliet Isa,
Customer Care Representative,
White Avenue Group, Abuja.
07038372568.

10 SURPRISING REASONS WHY MOST PEOPLE BUY HOUSES

The most important reasons why most people buy houses are for Shelter, Investment, Rental and to Get-out-of-rent. But here are some other reasons why most people buy houses that may surprise you.

1. Status: most people buy houses just to prove their status, and live up to the name that they are rich, wealthy and can afford anything they want.

2. Neighborhood: this is one reason that is trending among celebrities, because Mr A bought a house there, I too must have a house in that neighborhood or because the kind and class of people living in the neighborhood where their house is located is top priority to them.

3. Legacy: some people just want something they can be remembered for when they are no more. So what is better than buying a house and leaving it to your children and generations unborn?

4. Gift: some people are just buying that house as a gift to their children, spouse, relatives, Orphanage or NGO. Not because they have use for it, but because they want to give it out.

5. Business: Buying and reselling of house (flip selling) is fast becoming a popular business. People buy houses just so that they can resell it and make profit from it. So to them buying that house is just business.

6. Infrastructure/ Facilities: some people just like the kind of infrastructure and facilities around that house like good road, water, light, gym, football pitch, tennis court, swimming pool, garden etc, and so they have to buy it.

7. Location: This is another important reason why most people buy houses, because they like where it is located. Some people want to live in an island while some want to live in a farm, and some at the beach. So when they see a house around their dream location, they go for it without thinking twice.

8. Quality: some people don't actually care if they house is built in a forest or in the middle of nowhere so long as its in a very good shape, they are buying that house.

9. Affordability: "If I can afford it, then I'm buying it", Some people see houses like clothes or shoes, because they can afford it that's why they buy it.

10. Security: To some people if the house/environment is well secured, then nothing else matters. Because they believe the safety and security of their lives and properties is all that matters to them.

Whatever your reason is for buying that house, always remember that it is the safest and most secured kind of investment.
And our houses at WHITE AVENUE REAL ESTATE meets all your needs and reasons.
Visit us at White Avenue Group, 4th floor, Yobe Investment House, plot 823 Ralph Shodehinde Street, Central Business District, Abuja. 

Visit our website also www.whiteavenuegroup.com for more information about us.

Juliet Isa

Customer Care Representative,
White Avenue Group, Abuja.

07038372568

FIVE (5) PEOPLE TO WATCH OUT FOR IF YOU WANT TO CLOSE THAT SALE.

This is a gift to all sales person, Whether you are selling land, houses, electronics, furniture etc. There are 5 people that you should watch out for while trying to make that sale. These people will determine if you will close the sale or not.

1. THE INITIATOR:These are the people that put ideas of buying a particular product in the mind of the prospective buyer, they bring up the suggestions and make a prospective buyer think. The initiator can be you (The sales person) or someone else that is close to the prospective buyer. But whoever the initiator is, he/she is very powerful, because without him/her the idea of buying your product might not come to the prospective buyer.

2. THE DECISION MAKER: This is the one person that makes all the decisions and calls all the shots. This person is usually the most important person you really need to convince about your product, if you want to make that sale. So know your product very well, and let the decision maker know how it will benefit him/her. Because whatever they decide to do is final.

3. THE INFLUENCER: These are the people the decision makers listens to and often takes advice from them, they can be the wife/husband, the sister/brother, the friend, children, relative or even secretary of the decision maker. They know how to convince the decision maker to buy your products. They may look insignificant but they are a very huge deal, they can help you make that sale quickly and easily or cancel the sale. If you ever notice an influencer behind a decision maker, try as much as you can to be in the infuencer's good books.

4. THE BUYER: this person can still be the decision maker or sometimes a different person all together. This is the one who makes all the payments and makes the transfer. Without the buyer the transactions is incomplete. So always know which pocket the money is coming from, so as to know where you stand. Because if the decision maker and the buyer are two different people, then you have more work to do, if have to convince both the decision maker and the buyer to close the sale.

5.THE USER: who is using my product, who does this product benefits more? Is it the decision maker/buyer or any member of their family? What kind of product does the user need? If you can answer these questions, then you will know how to convince the decision maker and the buyer to make that payment and close the sale.  

As a serious minded sales person these 5 categories of people should always be in your mind, know them, make them believe in you and your product, make friends with them, and get referrals from them.

For more information on real estate visit whiteavenuegroup.blogspot.com

Juliet Isa

Customer Care Representative,

White Avenue Group.

5th floor Yobe Investment House, 

Ralph Shodeinde Street, Central Business District, Abuja.

07038372568

13 QUOTES ABOUT REAL ESTATE THAT WOULD INSPIRE YOU TO INVEST IMMEDIATELY.

Are you thinking of investing in real estate but you are not fully motivated about it? Here are some quotes and sayings by some rich and famous people that would make you wonder why you've not invested in real estate all this while, and will inspire you to start investing in real estate immediately.

1. "Real Estate is an imperishable asset, ever increasing in value. It is the most solid security that human ingenuity had devised. It is the basic of all security and the only indestructible security." - Russell Sage

2. "The best investment on earth is earth." - Louis Glickman"

3. "The best time to buy a house is always five (5) years ago." - Ray Brown

4. "Real Estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, is about the safest investment in the world." - Franklin D Roosevelt

5. "Owning a home is a keystone of wealth... both financial affluence and emotional security." - Suze Orman

6. "Real Estate investing, even on a very small scale, remains a tired and true means of building an individuals's cash flow and wealth." - Robert T Kiyosaki

7. "Ninety percent (90%) of millionaires become so through owning real estate." - Andrew Carnegie

8. "Landlords grow rich in their sleep without working." - John Stuart Mill

9. "Don't wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait." - T. Harv Eker

10. "Buy land they are not making them anymore." - Mark Twain

11. "Real Estate provides the highest returns, the greatest values and the least risk." - Armstrong Williams

12. "Buying Real Estate is not only the best way, the quickest way, the safest way, but the only way to become wealthy." - Marshall Field

13. "If you don't own a home buy one, if you own a home, buy another one, If you own two homes, buy a third. And lend your relatives the money to buy a home." - John Paulson

If you are still not inspired to invest in Real estate after reading this, then you have no dreams of becoming wealthy. It might look expensive right now but "Don't think of cost, think of value and investment."



We at WHITE AVENUE REAL ESTATE can help you start that investment, visit us @ 5th floor Yobe Investment House, plot 823 Ralph Shodeinde Street, Central Business District, Abuja. Or call us on 08187845406, 09099582911

BONUS QUOTE

"Stupidity is when you have a land Rover and a Land Cruiser and still have a Landlord." - Anonymous

For more information on real estate visit whiteavenuegroup.blogspot.com


Juliet Isa
Customer Care Representative,
White Avenue Group.
07038372568

TOP FIVE (5)  REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD LIVE IN ABUJA AND RUN AWAY FROM LAGOS.

I know lots of people must have told you how Lagos is the land of opportunities, it is the city that never sleeps, and the cost of living in Lagos is less expensive. But did anyone ever tell you that living in Lagos can be hell?
If you are thinking of relocating, buying or building a house in Lagos, hold that thought! Because you might not survive Lagos. Here are top 5 reasons where you should relocate/buy real estate in Abuja and not Lagos.


1. POPULATION: Lagos is the smallest state in Nigeria and yet the most populated state in the country, with a land mass of 3,345 km2, and a population of over 21 million people and still counting, you don't need any spiritual help to know that the poor small state is over populated, over crowded and very rowdy. Lagos is definitely over complete and cannot entertain any more guests or people planning to move in permanently, that is why the city never sleeps, because it is full of people who are living under the bridges and at the corners of the street.
Meanwhile Abuja is one of the biggest cities in Nigeria, with a land mass of 7,315 km2, and a population of over 1.4 million people, Abuja definitely has enough room to accommodate guests, and anyone planing to live there permanently. With more beautiful houses sprouting out of the ground everyday and more developments coming in everyday, Abuja is definitely a paradise to live.

2. TRAFFIC! TRAFFIC!! TRAFFIC!!! This is the worst and most popular feature the city of Lagos is known for. These is the major reason why living in Lagos is hell, as small as the city is, it can take you close to 2 - 3 hours to cover a little distances of 30 kilometers.When it comes to heavy traffic, Lagos has no competition. People living in Lagos wake up as early as 4am, just to beat traffic, and get home as late as 10 - 11pm. Because of the rate of heavy traffic, moving around in Lagos has become nearly impossible. No wonder the city is one of the World's top 10 most difficult cities to drive in.
While the residents of Lagos lack good sleeping time, Abuja residents are having enough rest and sleep, waking up by 6am to begin the day and getting home as late as 8pm. Because they don't have to worry about beating traffic. With Abuja being a well planned city, it has good road network, and easy access to any destination of your choice. Moving around in Abuja is always easy and stress free.



3. COST OF TRANSPORTATION: The heavy traffic in Lagos comes with high cost of transportation. Lagos is the only city where the cost of transportation in the morning differs from the cost of transportation at noon and at night, the cost of transportation during sunshine differs from the cost of transportation when it is raining. In Lagos you can not estimate how much you will spend on transport in day, because the same distance that costed you N200 in the morning can cost you N500 at night.
While the cost of transportation in Lagos changes like a chameleon, Abuja cost of transportation remains the same no matter the time or season. This is one of the advantages Abuja residents enjoy when it comes to cost of living compared to Lagos.



4.  SECURITY: This of cause is one sure advantage Abuja has over Lagos, with Abuja being the seat of power, the home of the President of Nigeria, the home to over 101 foreign embassies and high commissions, and with the headquarters of ECOWAS located there, there is no doubt that Abuja is well secured and very safe to move around even at midnight. But you can't say the same for Lagos, a city where all kinds of crime is possible.



5. SANITY: Have you ever heard the term "Everybody living in Lagos is mad"? That's so true. The heavy traffic, the over population and the rowdiness in Lagos, can make any sane person go insane. Due to the over population, heavy traffic and flood during the raining season, Lagosians always find themselves shouting, cursing and pushing each other everyday.
Now that's one thing you cannot find in Abuja, since there is enough space for everyone, residents of Abuja have nothing to drive them insane.



If you are still thinking of relocating to Lagos, then be prepared to be insane, lose your sleep, and risk your security. And one more bonus point why you should move to Abuja:
BEAUTIFICATION AND CLEANLINESS: Abuja is far more beautiful and cleaner than any state you've ever been to in Nigeria, of cos you cannot expect less from the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria. A visit to Abuja will convince you.

If you are thinking of real estate investment or owning a home in Abuja, visit us @ White Avenue Group, 5th Floor Yobe Investment House, Plot 823 Ralph Shodehinde Street, Central Business District Abuja.Or call us on 08187845406 or 09099582911.

visit whiteavenuegroup.blogspot.com for more information about real estate.


Juliet Isa,
Customer Care Representative,
White Avenue Group Abuja.