The shortlet market in Nigeria is growing fast — and so is the competition between booking agents. The agents earning the most on HomefairyTech are not necessarily the ones with the most clients. They are the ones who have mastered a few simple habits that compound over time.
Respond within the first hour
When a new listing goes live on HomefairyTech, the first agent to make a strong impression wins. Owners notice response time. Agents who reply within 60 minutes close deals at more than double the rate of those who wait until the next day. Turn on push notifications and check the app during peak hours — typically weekday mornings and Sunday evenings when owners are most active.
Let your review score do the talking
Your rating is visible on every bid you submit. Owners shortlist agents with consistently high scores before reading anything else. Keep yours above 4.8 by communicating clearly, following up after every stay, and resolving any issues quickly through the deal room rather than avoiding them.
Use AI Search to find deals before others do
HomefairyTech’s AI search lets you describe exactly what your client needs in plain English. Type something like “3-bedroom shortlet in Lekki under ₦250,000 with a pool” and get verified matches instantly. Agents on the Pro plan get access to AI search — it is the fastest way to find the right listing for a client brief without scrolling through dozens of results manually.
Build relationships with owners, not just transactions
The agents earning the highest commissions on the platform are the ones owners call first when a new property is ready to list. Every booking is an opportunity to become someone’s preferred agent. Leave a professional impression in every deal room conversation and you will find that repeat business starts to come to you.