Laws That Should Protect You From Rent Increment
Kenyans have for the longest time been victims of exploitative property owners who hike rent whenever they like with no regard, what-so-ever, to their tenants. There have been attempts to safeguard tenants from such exploitative landlords, but these attempts have been frustrated by the procedures entailed…
Sigh Of Relief for Tenants
The recent move by the Tax-man to tighten his grip on defiant landlords who have been evading property taxes will see rent increased as landlords pass on this additional costs to their tenants. Click here to read more on…
Three Months Notice?
Imagine having to give your Landlord three months notice before you can vacate a house. Well, this will be the case when the Landlord and Tenant Bill, which is yet to be discussed by cabinet, is passed. Finding that ideal house to rent today…
The Landlord and Tenant Bill, How Practical Is It?
A proposed bill by Housing Minister, Soita Shitanda, that affects you as both a tenant and a landlord.
Bill to Protect Tenants From Unexplained Rent Hikes to be Discussed
Should the Landlord and Tenant Bill before parliament be passed, landlords will have to get a permit from authorities to increase their rent. The bill which is before parliament seeks to to protect both landlords and tenants to ensure that both parties have an agreeable business relationship. Housing minister Soita…
Housing Finance to Develop Affordable Houses in Komarock
Mortgage financier, Housing Finance is set to construct 162 maisonettes and a commercial centre. The firm, through its subsidiary, Kenya Building Society, will put up the structure on a13-acre piece of land in Komarock, Nairobi, at a cost of Sh800 million, making a grand return to property…
Own Land in Nairobi for as Little as KES 54,000
It is everyone’s dream to one day own a piece of land somewhere and as land prices increase, such dreams slowly die. Well, you can still hold on to your dreams of owning land in Nairobi, better still, at a fraction of the price. I stumbled…
Home Owners Get Title Deeds from NSSF
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has confirmed that a strategy to reduce its real estate portfolio to align with the national regulatory requirement is well on course. As part of the strategic effort, NSSF has now stepped up the issuance of title deeds to homeowners who…
House Rent is not Your Enemy
In a decisive resolve to own a family house, a couple who reasoned they wanted to stop paying rent and live in their own house, arranged for a Ksh 47,000 per month 25 year mortgage plan with a Ksh 475000 down payment on a property valued at Ksh…
What to Consider Before Moving to a New Neighbourhood
There are dozens of things to consider when looking for a new home. Everyone has their ideal house in mind, whether it is a specious kitchen or huge living room. As exciting as such features might be, finding the right neighbourhood can make the difference between a good…
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