Let’s be honest, we have come a long way.
There was a time when buying property in Nigeria was as simple as a handshake and a witness. No long process, no lawyers, no online forms, just trust, respect, and word of mouth.
That era is gone. Today, every generation approaches real estate like a mirror of their times, shaped by culture, technology, and who they trust.
1. Baby Boomers: The Era of Handshakes and “Man Know Man”
If your parents or grandparents bought property, they probably didn’t Google anything. They just knew somebody who knew somebody that had land for sale, and a handshake sealed the deal.
Paperwork? Maybe later. Survey plan? “My brother, we trust each other.” Their superpower is relationships, while their risk is too much trust.
2. Gen X: The Legal Eagles and Land Agreements Era
Gen X came with briefcases, suits, and lawyers everywhere.
They didn’t trust anybody’s uncle’s handshake, they wanted signatures, witnesses, and “certified true copies.” They built systems of caution because they saw what went wrong before them.
Their superpower is Structure and verification, while their risk is bureaucracy, everything took forever.
3. Millennials: The Agent Generation
Millennials grew up with phones in their hands and “contacts” on speed dial. Their version of buying property? “My guy is an agent, he will hook you up.”
They love options, visuals, and negotiation. They check Instagram listings, visit multiple sites, and sometimes get stuck between “is this verified?” and “it looks good, sha.”
Their superpower is research and networking, and their risk is falling for appearances without due diligence.
4. Gen Z: The Digital Deal-Makers
Gen Z buyers are not asking for directions, they are asking for links. They would rather view verified listings online, compare data, chat with sellers virtually, and close deals digitally.
They value speed, transparency, and trust, and they are not afraid to walk away if it feels off.
Their superpower is technology and awareness. Their risk is too many options, and not enough clarity.
So what does all this mean?
Every generation taught the next what not to do. But what unites them all is one simple desire to buy property safely and confidently.
That is why Trustcrow exists, to bridge old-school trust with new-age technology. Whether you are a handshake buyer or a digital explorer, we are built to protect your money, verify your property, and make real estate safer for every generation.
Because the future of real estate in Nigeria isn’t about who you know, it’s about who you can trust.
