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TYPES OF LAND TENURE IN KENYA.

Photography illustrating Kenyan Land. Land tenure is the relationship that individuals and groups hold with respect to land and related resources. Land tenure rules define ways in which property rights to land are allocated, transferred, used or managed in a particular Society. There are different types of land tenure in Kenya. They include; 1. Freehold. Freehold Land tenure also referred to as Absolute proprietorship is that which allows the owner to hold the land for an indefinite period. This means it gives the holder absolute ownership of land for life. Generally, a  freehold title deed has no restrictions as to the occupation. On the contrary, there are conditional freeholds that restrict the use of the land for example, for agricultural purposes only.  2. Leasehold. Leasehold term confers upon the owner a limited term which can be extended upon expiry. Payment of rates is made to the respective county governments for services rendered. Leases are granted by the Governmen...

FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN RENTING OFFICE SPACE.

  office space in Kenya. Do you want to find suitable, affordable and inspiring office space for your business to run effectively? When looking for office space for rent, you want to find the best possible premises for your business.  The following factors should be consider when renting your office space: Business Type. Consider your company’s type of business always when selecting an office space. Different spaces may cater for different types of businesses. For instance, a downtown spot may not be the best choice if you are expecting frequent shipments of goods. On the other hand, if you’re a startup and are looking at shared offices, then one in a downtown hub may present opportunities for networking. Location of the Business.   The location of your office is important no matter what type of business you operate. Look for an office in a location that’s easy to get to and convenient for both employees and clients. Check to see if the nearby buildings are occupie...

ARCHITECTURAL HOME WALL DECOR IDEAS IN KENYA.

living room wall decor design Are you a Home owner and you wonder how you can achieve attractive  stylish  wall decors to your house? Below are the seven architectural home wall decor ideas in Kenya you can buy: 1.      Paint a Mural. A mural is any piece of artwork painted or applied directly on a wall or an art projector. A pencil is used to trace the image on the wall.  There are various Mural techniques one can use namely: Glazing, sponging, stippling, stenciling and antiquing. Whether you hand-paint your wall or you choose a wall covering, let your wall transport you to another place by adding a mural on it. An eggshell sheen works best for mural simply because it can be easily be cleaned and safely accept layers of paint on top of it. 2.      Hang Mirrors. Mirrors features the perfect blend of style and function. While they serve a decorative purpose they are also essential for making small space feel larger and darker room appear ...

THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING A HOME IN KENYA.

Finding a place to call your own home is totally a great feeling anyone can experience. The following are take-home things you need to put in consideration before buying a home here in Kenya especially for the first time home buyers; 1. The type of a home that suites your needs. When purchasing a residential property, you have multiple options. For example; a townhouse, a condominium, a co-operative or a multi-family building with up to four units. Whichever option you go for, always remember that it comes with its package of pros and cons basing on your home-ownership goals. Therefore, you need to decide which type of property will help you attain your goals. You could also save on the buying price in any category by choosing a fixer-upper. Although the amount of time, sweat equity and money involved to turn a fixer-upper into your dream home might be much more than you bargained for . 2. Features your ideal home will have. You deserve to have a home that fits both your need...

FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING ROOFING MATERIALS.

Picking out your roofing materials deserves careful consideration for something that takes up to 5% of the total construction expenditure. Apparently,  there is a wide pool of choices that are cool and architecturally thrilling. Below are the factors to put in consideration when selecting roofing materials for your house: Durability of the roofing materials . Go for long-lasting materials for your roofing. By this we mean, materials that can withstand very harsh weather conditions such as heavy winds and rains. If you ain't sure of your selection, it is therefore very important to seek experts' advice. Alternatively, you can learn more about the roofing materials by visiting the manufacturer website.    Slate and tile are two of the most durable options on the market today.  They both  don’t get damaged easily and withstand many storms without you worrying about leaks Opt for Visual Appealing materials. Particular architectural styles look great with c...

6 INNOVATIVE WAYS OF CUTTING OFF BUILDING COST.

Every home owner would really like to have a good house that won’t cost them heavily. The following are six innovative techniques that you can use to minimize the building cost; Engage professionals throughout your construction process. This is one of the ways you can cut off your construction cost by engaging professionals for instant, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, and Engineers. These professionals will advise you on how best to carry out your object from the actual planning to implementation. Choose a relatively standard size for your house. Use even numbers like; 0, 2,4,6,8 to minimize wastage of resources. Do away with extra rooms that will barely be used by your family. Reduce the number of windows and doors to cut off construction expenditure. Go for popular/common building materials that have high rate of supply. These materials are less expensive and have high rate of supply. Alternatively, you can do away with unnecessary features that will cost you handsomely. Using common...

WAYS POULTRY FARMERS CAN MINIMISE MORTALITY RATE OF THEIR CHICKS.

  Most Poultry farmers have been wondering what exactly could be the cause of their chicks' death especially when they are at their tender age. The Quality of the birds and feeds you give to your chicks are the major cause of the high mortality rate farmers will experience here. Ensure you buy your birds from a trusted breeder who takes good care of their birds well. Poor breeding is one of the causes of your bird's mortality.  When it comes to feeds, if you have the wrong feeds for your birds, their chances of survival will be very minimal. So, it's very important to get the right feeds for your birds. Solutions to the high mortality rate of your chicks.  Choose the location of your brooders. There are people who would brood their birds from the same room where they're going to raise them. All you need to do is, divide the room into portions for instance, separate their sleeping area from their feeding area. As the birds grow, keep expanding their room. Make a separate...