Let’s all face it; the cost of living has been rising sharply of late. If you are on a budget, saving even Ksh. 1,000 on rent can significantly help cover other bills. 1,000 on rent would go a long way in sorting other bills. That is why most Kenyans are looking for affordable housing options anywhere they can get one. Bedsitters happen to be a popular choice for students, first-time workers, or young...

We all have to start from somewhere and for many Kenyans, it is always at the bottom. That is why the market recognizes this and in many areas, you will find a house typology called a bedsitters. The term is derived from the fact that you can sit a bed in such a unit and continue with life. Anyone starting out their early career, in campus or wanting to save money but live decently always gravitates to...

Syokimau is one of the most popular satellite towns outside Nairobi. It is located in Machakos County and is adjacent Mombasa road. The area has really grown with infrastructure expansions such as the express-way and dualling of the road network in the area. Syokimau borders Nairobi to the west, Mlolongo to the East and Nairobi National park to the South.    History of the area This area...

Over the past decade, the term "climate change" has been flung around in nearly all conversations related to environmental issues. The term seemed like the answer to every issue that could not be explained in any sector. However, amid the confusion, one thing I respect about this is the fact that environment-related issues gained the much publicity they needed. By being engrained in all our conversations,...

Buruburu is one of Nairobi’s most known and historical estates dating back to the 1960’s. It is located within Embakasi West Sub-County, Nairobi County. Locally referred to as “Buru”, it has earned a spot as Eastland’s crown jewel with its gated estates and well-to-do inhabitants. The controlled development in the area has also made it attractive especially for families seeking a secure home for...

History of Utawala Utawala is one of the localities located in Embakasi, east of Nairobi. Being about 16 kilometers from Nairobi CBD makes the area very accessible and has attracted many inhabitants over time. Utawala got its name from the Administrative police college in the area. The area begun like any other satellite town near Nairobi, with scattered houses, poor infrastructure and scarce...

Umoja is one of Nairobi’s suburb that is located about 8 km from CBD in the Eastlands area. It is part of the larger Embakasi sub-county and is divided into three localities: Umoja 1, Umoja 2, and Umoja Innercore. People often move here due to its proximity to Nairobi and the affordable housing options available. History of Umoja Umoja’s history dates back to the times when Nairobi was a...

One of the unavoidable costs that comes with owning a house is definitely the electricity bill. And while most places have access to power, the cost of electricity has really gone up. I remember a time when my friend received a monthly bill of Kes 120,000 for his 3-bedroom home. You see, the current state of monopoly in power companies as well as high demand for power has led to a spike in the cost of...

Installing solar panels is a long-term investment. However, small mistakes during installation can lead to poor performance, damage, or higher costs later. What is quite shocking is the fact that most customers are not aware of such faults until it is too late. For this blog, we have decided to highlight some of the common issues installers make, as well as how you can easily spot them. Here are some of...

What are land rates? Land rates is simply a form of property tax paid yearly to the local county government by a land owner. It is based on the unimproved value of your land and the amount varies depending on; your location, land size and amenities provided. Unimproved value means, the value of the land without buildings or any improvement – when bare.    Rates are paid as a statutory obligation...