I don't think tiles are a new construction material for most people. Regardless of where you live, you have interacted with tiles at some point. You have likely encountered tiles in areas such as swimming pools, bathrooms, kitchens, or your living areas. Tiles have gained a lot of popularity over the years because of how aesthetic, durable, and affordable most of them are compared to previous flooring...

When you hear about Tatu City, what comes to mind? For many people it is often a city with many rules; to some it is a safe haven for local celebrities. But for the majority of people, they just don’t know, and I don’t blame them. Tatu City has been sort of hidden to many, as it is nestled within the outskirts of Nairobi. There are no public service vehicles passing in Tatu City, and so, it has been...

Nairobi’s population is seeing a sharp growth. This growth is primarily due to the abundance of job opportunities, robust infrastructure, and convenient accessibility. This has made many people urbanize, and with that comes a sharp demand in housing. Over time, this increased demand has led to price increases that have priced out many people from buying land within Nairobi. Moreover, the...

Rent is a term that many of us know well about, especially when the end of the month approaches. However, what many people don’t know is that the arrangement between them and the landlord is legally binding. This means that if any issues arise, the law could take precedence. After the Landlord and Tenant Act, we have other legislation guarding tenancy. One of them involves the rent tribunal. Let us dive...

REITs are regulated investment vehicles that allows people to collectively invest in Real Estate. By regulated, I mean that their activities and functions are controlled by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA). This is done to protect investors or Beneficiaries. The relationship between the trustee (which is normally a bank or financial institution) and beneficiaries (who are the investors) is called a...

strategies to land banking Land is something that most Kenyans are in love with. I am convinced that if Moses had been leading Kenyans to the promised land. It would have just taken 2 days. With all jokes aside, there is a growing concern about how we are doing it. Most people buy land for speculation, and while it is a valid way to invest, you guys are doing it wrongly. In this blog, I will be...

Investing is the surest way to build wealth for anyone regardless of their age. And while there are many investment vehicles, real estate stands out as one of the most stable and most rewarding ones. Stick with me as I convince you why I think you should invest in real estate despite the massive discouragement by many “uninformed” persons. And because there are always two sides to every coin, we are...

Why understand Real estate taxes Investing in real estate needs knowledge in some key areas. This includes understanding the construction process, laws surrounding real estate, financing structures & TAXES! Most people I have met understand all key areas apart from taxation. For many, it feels like being robbed by the government. And it is the reason most people shy away from educating...

Defining Sectional Property Sectional property refers to a unit that is part of another larger unit. For example, an apartment that is part of a block. It could also include a maisonette or bungalow that is part of a development. For those buying apartments, this topic is a must-know for you. It could depend a lot on how you enjoy your property. The Sectional Property Act was amended in 2020. This...

A title deed is a document that gives legal ownership to the owner of a property. In Kenya, title deeds are used as proof of ownership and to authenticate property transactions. In our view, buying land that has a genuinely proven title deed is one of the safest ways you could ever acquire land in Kenya. That said, there are several types of title deeds according to the Kenyan law. This is because the...