Introduction: How Fuel Prices Influence Real Estate in Kenya In recent years, fluctuations in fuel prices have had a profound impact on various sectors of the Kenyan economy, especially real estate. From property values to rental demand, rising fuel costs are quietly reshaping how and where people live and invest. In a market like Kenya, where urban commuting is heavily reliant on road transport, fuel...
Kenya’s Finance Bill 2025 marks a pivot away from broad-based tax increases toward strengthening compliance, sealing loopholes, and optimizing existing revenue streams. Following the backlash from the 2024 protests, which led to the withdrawal of planned tax hikes worth KES 346 billion, Finance Minister John Mbadi announced that this year’s bill will introduce no new taxes, focusing instead on...
Introduction Kenya’s ambitious Affordable Housing Programme (AHP) aims to address the country's significant housing deficit by constructing one million housing units over five years. This initiative, a cornerstone of President William Ruto’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, seeks to provide decent, affordable housing to low- and middle-income Kenyans while simultaneously stimulating economic...
Introduction The United States government has expressed growing concern over the rampant issue of fake title deeds in Kenya. This alarming trend, which has plagued Kenya’s real estate sector for years, not only threatens investor confidence but also undermines land ownership security, economic development, and the rule of law. As a key development partner and investor in Kenya, the U.S. is calling for...
It can be exciting and intimidating to search through the thriving real estate market in Nairobi's vibrant urban city estates and find your dream house. With neighborhoods full of possibilities and an overwhelming number of listings competing for attention, it's critical to equip yourself with what we think is basic knowledge and approaches necessary to successfully navigate this dynamic...
Finding one's way into the sphere of real estate investment or renting is a crucial stage in life, and opting for a sound real estate agency will guarantee smooth sailing or a successful try. With so many agencies trying to compete for your attention, it becomes necessary to critically evaluate varying factors before making a decision. This guide seeks to demystify vital traits one ought to contract...
On June 21, 2022, Kenya’s President signed the Finance Act, 2022, into law, setting in motion several key amendments to Kenya’s tax framework. One of the most notable changes was the increase in the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rate from 5% to 15%, effective as of January 2, 2023. This hike is expected to affect Kenyan real estate investments significantly, especially for property management companies,...
No matter what types of apartments you’re looking at – short-term rental or long-term lease – there are pros and cons for them all. And corporate housing isn’t exempt from those pros and cons. Pros of corporate apartments Flexible: Corporate housing is more flexible than traditional apartments, offering short-term leases ranging from day-to-day, weekly, to monthly. If you’re only going to be...
The first thing that probably pops into your mind when you hear the word “corporate housing” is a businessperson decked out in their professional suit, briefcase in one hand and a plain black suitcase in the other, obviously on a business trip and checking into an apartment. Corporate housing isn’t just for working professionals, it also provides those looking for a short-term rental, whether...
