The construction of the Thika Super Highway brought with it a huge real estate boom along the areas it passed through. From it one of the most notable development along the highway has been TRM. Opened in 2013, after the completion of the Super Highway, TRM was targeted to serve the adjacent neighborhoods. This included Zimmerman, Kasarani, Ruaraka, Roysambu, and Thome. Since it was opened, it has hosted a...
The rental business can be a rewarding way of making passive income if well executed. With the growing rate of urbanization, housing will only continue to be in demand. Moreover, Kenya has got a huge population of youth with over 75% of the country being below the age of 35. The cost of land and construction has only gone up, meaning fewer and fewer people are capable of owning homes. This presents a great...
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...
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...
Taj Mall has been quite a contentious topic in the recent past following its demolition. Prior to its demolition, the mall was renamed AirGate Center. Which was the beacon of modern commercial centers in the late 2000s. The mall was owned by Rameshchandria Govin Gorasia, who is an Indian businessman in Kenya. It sat on a 4-acre parcel of land adjacent to the Outer-Ring road and is said to have cost...
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...
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...
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