Buyers

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...

Marriage is a union that binds two individuals into one. Or as they say, he whom God has joined together, let no man separate. However, life does get complicated, and unfortunately people get divorced. When it comes to dividing property in the event of a divorce, matters can become complex and messy. This is where the Kenyan Matrimonial Property Act of 2013 comes in. It aims to bring clarity to the...

Let us be honest, land and property buying is always a high risky transaction. Especially because you're spending a lot & the seller in most cases is a stranger. I totally get you, transacting huge amounts of money when you are new to buying can be stressful. However, there are safety checks that have been put in place to protect you and your hard earned money from swindlers. This is the land search...

From many stories that we have heard and read, it is clear that many Kenyans are losing millions to land scams. With the popularity of land as an investment choice, many people are sacrificing a lot to own that piece. And I understand them completely. Land as an asset can give you crazy returns if done right. Moreover, it provides security to your money against economic reversals such as banking...

Buying land is one of the best vehicles of investment, especially here in Kenya. If you pay attention while driving on the Thika Superhighway, you will notice many billboards advertising land and property. I am even sure that you, yes, you, are aching to buy land as soon as you get the money. However, buying land is not like buying potatoes. (Please forgive me for the blunt choice of words.). But in a...

The off-plan model refers to buying a house that is not ready for occupancy. It could either be before groundbreaking or bought during construction of the unit. This model is a great way of addressing the homeownership gap in Kenya. It has helped many people become homeowners in a very short period of time. However, it has also led to a lot of pain. Especially where no due diligence is done by...

Owning a home is the dream of most Kenyans, if not all. There is a spot that renting does not seem to hit in the hearts of many. A thirst that is only quenched with homeownership. I am even 100% sure that you who are reading this article are thinking of the same. Having that space to raise your kids, retire to, and even chill on the weekends. All without the strain and worry of making monthly rent...