Rent and buy safely

Most people on Yobaai are honest. These habits protect you from the few who are not.

  1. 1

    Never pay any money (including "viewing fees") before seeing the property in person.

  2. 2

    Meet the owner or agent at the property, preferably in daylight, and bring someone with you.

  3. 3

    Confirm the person renting is the owner or has written authority from the owner.

  4. 4

    Get a written agreement and a receipt for every payment, including advance rent.

  5. 5

    Prefer listers with the green Verified badge.

  6. 6

    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.

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