Why Going Off-Platform is a Recipe for Disaster - A Word of Caution

Let's talk about money - specifically, how our pricing model at Dyallo works and why it's a win-win for everyone involved.

Let me share a personal story. When I was building my home in Ghana, I relied on recommendations for finding artisans, as that was the only option available. Despite getting these artisans through "trusted" recommendations, I faced numerous challenges that cost me dearly. That experience is exactly why I built Dyallo - to solve these persistent problems that every diasporan faces.

Here's the harsh truth about relying on direct dealings with artisans, even those who come highly recommended

• Once you step outside a managed platform like Dyallo, you're walking into a jungle without a map. That artisan who seems professional during your initial meeting can transform dramatically when they know there's no oversight. Let me explain why this happens.

Think about your workplace. You likely perform at your best because there are systems in place - performance reviews, quality checks, and consequences for poor work. Now imagine if all that disappeared overnight. That's exactly what happens when you deal directly with an artisan without any oversight system.

"But I'll save money!" you might think. Let's break down why that's usually an illusion:

• Project cost: 100,000 GHS
• Platform fee (8%): 8,000 GHS
• Total: 108,000 GHS
• Result: Quality guaranteed work, with funds protected in escrow

• Initial cost: 100,000 GHS
• No platform fee (seemingly saving 8,000 GHS)
• BUT...
  • Artisan demands more money midway: +20,000 GHS
  • Poor quality work requiring fixes: +35,000 GHS
  • Your emergency trip to Ghana: +18,700 GHS (flight + accommodation)
• Real total: 173,700 GHS

See how that "savings" turned into a 65,700 GHS loss?

For artisans joining our platform, consider this: How many times have you completed work only to struggle getting paid? Or had clients disappear when it's time for payment? Our escrow system ensures you get paid for quality work, every single time. Is saving 10% worth risking 100% of your payment?

Here's what you risk when you go the traditional route:

• No Quality Assurance: No professional oversight
• No Payment Protection: No escrow system protecting both parties
• No Dispute Resolution: No mediator when things go wrong
• No Documentation: No record of agreements or progress
• No Professional Standards:: No incentive for artisans to maintain high standards
• No Legal Protection: No Legal Protection: No platform-backed agreements or contracts

I've personally lost money when recommended artisans disappeared after receiving advance payments. Others delivered such poor quality work that sections needed to be demolished and rebuilt. These experiences taught me valuable lessons that I've built into Dyallo.

Remember, our platform fees aren't just for processing transactions. They pay for:

• Rigorous vetting of all professionals
• Continuous project monitoring
• Quality control inspections
• Secure payment systems
• Dispute resolution services
• Legal documentation
• Project management tools

Think of Dyallo as your insurance policy. Would you drive a car without insurance just to save money? Would you build a house without property insurance? Then why risk your entire construction project to save a small percentage in fees?

The choice is yours, but remember this: The platform fee you're trying to avoid might be the very thing standing between you and a construction disaster. At Dyallo, we're introducing the first structured system to bring transparency and accountability to construction projects in Africa. We're not just another platform - we're revolutionizing how diasporans build their homes.

At Dyallo, we're not just another platform collecting fees. We're your partners in ensuring your construction project succeeds. We've experienced the pain points firsthand, and we've built a solution that protects both clients and artisans.

Build smart, build secure, build with Dyallo. Because some savings are just too expensive. Join Dyallo today.

The Dyallo Team
Empowering the African Diaspora to Build with Confidence