Author: Peris Gachago

Doing a title deed search in Kenya should be the first thing to consider when planning to buy land for residential or commercial use. A title deed is a document that outlines the details of a landowner. There are two ways you can run a title deed search in Kenya. You can manually search in the Ministry of lands office. Second, you can search via the eCitizen app/website for the title details you need, thanks to the technology. Remember that you must be vigilant before committing your funds to some piece of land. That’s why you need to do due…

Real estate investment could be the next big thing to try out in Kenya. Indeed, you can be the next millionaire if you successfully invest in this booming business. You should know that you need lots of patience when investing in real estate. That’s because you will not get the returns immediately or after a short while. However, you need to make excellent decisions before making your investment. That’s why you need this guide to make nice moves in the business. What is Real Estate? Real estate can mean developed or undeveloped land. A developed real estate means you are…

Investing your funds in commercial real estate can make you the next millionaire. Research shows that the global commercial real estate market is worth $30 trillion. It’s such a big market indeed. In Kenya, real estate is growing at an alarming rate. The market is currently contributing more than 20% of Kenya’s GDP. Among the types of real estate, commercial real estate seems to increase faster. However, before you invest in this business, you need an actionable guide to help you out. Now, let’s dive in to understand more about commercial real estate. What is Commercial Real Estate? Commercial properties…

The real estate investors you see around started from a point, and it was much tougher in their days than it is currently. As a first-time real estate investor, you should be glad because a lot of free information is available with just a few clicks. A good real estate investor should also be an excellent researcher and a reader. This blog explains ten tips you should have before investing in real estate. Remember that you need adequate knowledge to invest in real estate. People who follow the tips here have all it takes to succeed in property investment in…

When it comes to renting a property, there are a few different options available to tenants. One option is to enter into a rent-to-own contract. This type of agreement can be beneficial for both the tenant and the landlord, as it allows the tenant to eventually own the property while the landlord receives a higher rent amount. If you’re considering entering a rent-to-own contract for a property in Kenya, it’s essential to understand how these agreements work. This guide will provide an overview of what you need to know about rent-to-own contracts in Kenya. There are a few things to…

Saving for a house in Kenya can be difficult, but it is possible to do with the right planning and budgeting. To save for a house, you should first understand your financial situation and what you can realistically afford to save. Once you know your budget, you can start saving by setting aside money each month into a savings account. Make sure to shop around for the best saving interest rates in banks and financial institutions and look for any government schemes that can help you save. It is also important to have a realistic timeframe for purchasing a house,…

Are you worried about how you can be the new home/property owner in town today? Well, mortgage loans are a good way to help you achieve your property ownership dreams. You can access a 15-year or 30-year mortgage loan in most Kenyan banks. Indeed, it’s fast and more convenient to own property through a mortgage than saving enough money to buy your desired property. Mortgages have helped millions of people to own homes and income properties in Kenya. And the fascinating thing is that you can be the next property owner with the help of a 15-year or 30-year mortgage…

Thousands of real estate investors in Kenya rely on the best property managers to benefit from their business. That calls for more property manager vacancies across the real estate sector. This blog explains what a property manager is, the skills you need, the process, and the benefits involved in property management. Once you follow everything in this blog, you’ll become a go-to property manager everyone loves to hire. Keep reading. Who is a Property Manager, and What Do They Do? A property manager is a professional who is responsible for the day-to-day management of a property, including its maintenance, repair,…

Having a retirement plan can save you from old age frustrations. Indeed, nothing hurts, like being old and weak and unable to work to make money. Remember that the older you get, the more you’ll be weak to work, and for some, diseases begin to trickle in, making the demand for money more intense. That’s why you need to plan your retirement as early as your 20s when you are strong enough to work and invest. There are just a few investments you can make to enable you to retire by 40, and one of them is real estate. Real…

You will agree with me that there is no more significant purchase an ordinary person will make than that of a house. Talk of personal cars or land, nothing exceeds the buying price of a home. But why is it so? Why are houses so expensive?Well, in this post, you’ll know the reason behind the tremendous price of houses. Over the decades, homes have been a bit cheaper compared to current times. So, what has happened over the last decades that has made houses very costly?Prices of single homes have greatly increased over the years. If you want to be a…