Rent and buy safely
Most people on Yobaai are honest. These habits protect you from the few who are not.
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Never pay any money (including "viewing fees") before seeing the property in person.
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Meet the owner or agent at the property, preferably in daylight, and bring someone with you.
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Confirm the person renting is the owner or has written authority from the owner.
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Get a written agreement and a receipt for every payment, including advance rent.
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Prefer listers with the green Verified badge.
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Report suspicious listings — our team reviews every report.
Buying land or a house?
Ask to see the title deed or lease documents and verify them with the land registry before paying anything. Use a lawyer for the sale agreement.