Verify the identity of the transaction
Confirm the exact property, the person or entity presenting it and the transaction being proposed. Similar addresses, estate names or document descriptions can create avoidable confusion when records are not tied to a clear property reference.
Treat authority as a separate question
Ownership claims and marketing authority are related but different. The person showing a property may be an agent, caretaker, family representative or intermediary. Authority to market or negotiate should not be silently treated as proof of ownership.
Review documents in context
A document should be assessed for what it actually proves, who issued it, the property it relates to and whether further confirmation is required. A scanned document or photograph should not be treated as verified solely because it looks formal.
Use the appropriate verification channel
Depending on the transaction, verification may require the relevant registry, survey information, professional review, physical inspection or other evidence. The appropriate pathway should be defined before money is committed.
Record unresolved issues
Verification is stronger when the result distinguishes what was confirmed, what could not be confirmed and what remains subject to further work. A simple yes-or-no label can hide important transaction risk.
Keep payment confirmation independent
Payment evidence and payment confirmation are different records. The transaction process should independently confirm receipt and allocation rather than relying on a screenshot or message as final proof.
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