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The correlation between noise pollution and property prices in Kenya
Definitions of noise pollution (a) time of the day; (b) proximity to residential area; (c) whether the noise is recurrent, intermittent or constant; (d) the level and intensity of the noise; (e) whether the noise has been enhanced in level or range by any type of electronic or mechanical means; and, (f) whether the noise […]
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FAQs For First-Time Home Buyers
For first-time buyers, buying a house is one of the largest investments most individuals make in their lifetime and one that requires much thought and input. You can’t afford to make a wrong investment and acquire a property you wouldn’t give a second glance at! If you’re like most people who make their first property […]
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7 reasons why you should buy a home
7 reasons to buy your home + insights about what people will be looking out for to buy/rent a home in future
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7 reasons why you should build a home
For most of us, the dream of owning a house is well and alive in us. However, most of us are stuck on fulfilling the dream by buying a house or building. Why should you build a home and yet you can easily buy one? Here are some of the reasons why you should consider […]
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Is it cheaper to buy or build a home?
Is it cheaper to buy or build a home? When first-time buyers set to make that investment and purchase property, they are faced with two conflicting questions “should I buy or build?” To best help answer your question about whether it’s cheaper to buy or build a home, let’s delve into the advantages and disadvantages […]
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Is buying property a good investment?
Is buying property a good investment? Which is better: buying a car for an Uber business or purchasing land? According to Trading Economics, the inflation rate in Kenya as of July 2022 was 8.3% the highest recorded increase since 2017. Investing in both land and or a car for Uber business is both profitable since […]
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Investing in real estate in a recession
Is investing in real estate in a recession a possibility? Recessions are no new thing in the country and the world at large. Recessions are characterized by high unemployment rates, falling stock prices, high-interest rates, and loss of consumer confidence. In 2007 when Kenya faced election violence, house prices took a steep, stock prices reduced, […]
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How to Invest in Real estate in Kenya from Diaspora
Most Kenyans living in the diaspora spend most of their finances on the purchase of land. However, the question begs how does one invest in real estate from the diaspora? According to a survey done by the Central Bank of Kenya in 2021, the remittance from the diaspora amounted to USD 3,718 million with most […]
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7 New Trends in Real Estate
The real estate sector remains a major player in the country’s economy. Over the years, its contribution to the overall GDP has grown exponentially. According to the Kenya Bureau of Statistics, it grew from 10.5% in 2000 to 12.5% in 2012, in 2016 it was at a whopping 13.8% and even with the recession, it […]
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Kenyan real estate sector during elections
The Kenyan real estate sector before the elections has enjoyed tremendous growth. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, in 2021, the real estate industry in Kenya contributed 8.9% of the country’s GDP. This improved record in the sector is supported by the focus on the development of infrastructures such as housing, water, and […]
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Questions to ask when buying a house off-plan
The concept of off-plan buying has gained traction in Kenya in recent years. The majority of investors are attracted to off-plan buying owing to the promise of property appreciation. When buying off-plan, it means you’re purchasing a property that is not yet complete or started. Buying property on off-plan offers great investment opportunities as you […]
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