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Navigating Nairobi’s Real Estate Landscape

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...

Choosing the right real estate agency

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...

Understanding the 2022 Finance Act’s Impact on Kenya’s Real Estate: A Deep Dive into Capital Gains Tax

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,...

Pros and cons of corporate/ furnished apartments

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...

What is a Corporate Apartment? Short-Term Housing with All the Amenities

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...

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