Q&As

Getting StartedWhat is Pado Real Estate?Pado Real Estate is Nigeria's trusted property platform connecting buyers, renters, sellers, landlords, and professional agents. We offer free property listings, verified agent badges, comprehensive buying guides, and innovative paid services that help agents market properties more effectively. Our mission is to make Nigerian property transactions safer, faster, and more transparent.Is Pado Real Estate really free to use?Yes. Searching for properties, contacting agents, and creating listings are completely free. We operate on a freemium model: the core platform is free for everyone, and we offer optional paid services for agents who want extra visibility. There are no subscription fees, no hidden charges, and no recurring billing.How is Pado different from other Nigerian property platforms?Five key...

Searching and BrowsingHow do I search for properties?Use the search form on our homepage. Filter by location, property type, price range, bedrooms, and more. Use map search for visual browsing by area.What does the Verified Listing badge mean?A Verified Listing badge (green checkmark) means Pado Real Estate has authenticated this specific property. Our team has confirmed the agent is genuine, the property exists at the stated location, the photos are of the actual property, and the price and description are accurate. Re-verified every 90 days.What does the Verified Agent badge mean?A Verified Agent badge means the agent has passed our Tier 2 verification: government ID verification, BVN database cross-check, address verification, professional reference checks, and a phone interview. Premium Verified...

Listing PropertiesHow do I list my property on Pado?Create a free account, go to your Dashboard, and click List your property. Fill out the listing form with property details, upload photos, set your price, and publish. Your listing goes live immediately. There is no limit to how many properties you can list. Read our How to List Your Property guide for detailed tips.How many listings can I create?There is no limit. Professional agents managing dozens or hundreds of properties can list their entire portfolio for free. Our wallet system makes it easy to purchase paid services across multiple listings.How do I edit or update my listing?Go to Dashboard then My Listings then Edit. You can update photos, description, price, and...

Payments and SecurityIs my payment information secure on Pado?Absolutely. We do not store your card details or banking information. All payments are processed securely through Moniepoint, a PCI-DSS compliant payment processor regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria. Your payment data is encrypted end-to-end.What payment methods are accepted?We accept all major Nigerian payment methods through Moniepoint: debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Verve), bank transfers, and USSD payments. You can also use your Pado Wallet balance for instant purchases.Does Pado handle property sale payments between buyers and sellers?No. Pado Real - - we do not process or escrow property sale payments. The actual property transaction happens directly between buyer and seller through their lawyers and banks. We strongly recommend all...