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WHAT EVERY PROPERTY BUYER SHOULD LOOK OUT FOR DURING SITE VISIT IN KENYA

It is of great importance for any property investor to carry out site visit before deciding whether or not to purchase the property. Being confident that the property (land) is a good match with what you are looking for, is the key in making successful purchase of whatever kind of property you would like to own. Here are some of the things pay attention to during site visits: Proximity of social utilities/ Public utilities. During site visits, pay attention to the closeness of the available social utilities such as water source and electricity. As much as the map indicates that all these are available, it is very important to go and confirm on your own. Find out whether you’ll face any setbacks in getting electricity or water in your home. Confirm whether the property is a freehold property or a leasehold property. Ensure that during site visit, the property owner has to confirm whether the property is a freehold or a leasehold. What is the difference between a freehold propert

HOW TO PREVENT BEING VICTIMISED OF LAND FRAUD IN KENYA.

Agricultural land for sale. Whilst property fraud comes in various guises, here in Kenya, there are several instances where land owners have had their property fraudulently sold without their consent. Dishonest solicitors, false witnesses, forged signatures in land transfer deeds are the usual ingredients in the mix for property fraud in our country.  Baoriat Agencies    has therefore compiled this awesome piece to enlighten you on how to avoid being a victim of land fraud when buying property in Kenya. 1. Be conversant with your land agent. Knowing your agent or broker is one of the ways to curb land fraud in Kenya. Ensure that the very first person you contact before purchasing your property is the land agent of that particular property. Ask for copies of their proper identity like confirmation of their registration with Real Estate Agent Board and national identification card just to be sure that you are dealing with the right people. 2. Know the land owner/ seller. If the l