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5 Things to Consider Before Buying Land in Kenya

  Land ownership is a great form of investment in Kenya today. This is largely because land is a finite resource. For you to legally own land in Kenya, there are various steps that you need to follow – which culminate in the acquisition of a title deed – issued by the Ministry of Lands. The type of land you buy, and the intended purpose will determine whether you will get value for money or not. We take you through 5 main things that, as a land buyer, you need to consider before reaching a final decision to buy land. 1.       Investment goal From the word go, you need to have a clear investment goal. Know why you are buying that piece of land – it will be a guide in decision making. -           If you want to accumulate assets – look for land in areas that you will be comfortable to settle in, in future. -           If growing your savings is your goal – lo...

Areas Land Value Is Expected To Rise Due To Expansion of Eldoret Municipality – Where To Buy Land

  As Eldoret town pushes for its elevation to city status, there are many positive changes that will be witnessed or have already started to being witnessed. To be a city, Eldoret needs to meet what many will call irreducible minimums – luckily to the locals, those minimums have something to do with improved infrastructure. Many have already witnessed new tarmacked roads, improvement of water and sewerage services and for the traders – there is an improvement in the backstreets, opening up business opportunities. Find Property in Uasin Gishu County Baoriat Agencies Call: +254 721-554-937 As the County Government works on improving roads, backstreets, and lighting of the streets among others, there is something else that is also happening, though silently – a rise in land value. For those dealing in land buying, anticipate a further rise in cost of land within Eldoret town especially with the Eldoret Municipal Board seeking to expand its territories beyond the current border...

5 Ways in Which Right to Own Land in Kenya Can Be Lost

  The right to own and use the land, a highly coveted asset, in Kenya, is clearly spelt out and guaranteed in the Kenyan Constitution. According to the constitution, as promulgated in 2010, land in Kenya is categorized as either private, public or communal. Aside from the Kenyan constitution, there are several other legislations that govern land ownership and use. They are; The Land Act, the Land Registration Act and the National Land Commission Act – these three Acts codifies and consolidates all laws relating to land in Kenya. Find Property in Uasin Gishu County Baoriat Agencies Call: +254 721-554-937 As much as land ownership in Kenya is guaranteed and protected by the constitution and several other Acts, there are several instances in which such right can be lost. They include: Non-renewal of the leasehold interest In Kenya, you can own land on either freehold or leasehold. A Kenyan citizen or company fully owned by Kenyans can hold land on a freehold or leasehold...

4 Factors to Consider Before Choosing Between Single and Double Storey House

  A decision on whether to build a single or double-storey house for a home can be reached after close consideration of many factors. Each of the houses has advantages and disadvantages and it will remain an individual’s decision to make depending on his/her preferences. Also Read:  Advantages, Disadvantages of Single and Double Storey House  Aside from looking at the advantages and disadvantages, here are other factors you need to consider before reaching a decision to build a single or double-storey house that you intend to call home; Stage of life The stage of your life you’re in when looking to decide the kind of the house to build is a key factor. Find Property in Uasin Gishu County Baoriat Agencies Call: +254 721-554-937 If you just married or plan to and you’re looking forward to having children, a double-storey building will be ideal. However, if you’re moving towards sunset, with children moving out to be on their own, single-storey should be the best op...

Advantages, Disadvantages of Single and Double Storey House

  Constructing a home is something that everyone dreams and longs for. It is an exciting experience and a major milestone in life. Exciting because you will be the boss – making all the decisions on how the house will look like from its layout to colours. The question that will always crop up, especially for those looking to construct a modern home is – should I go for a big single storey house or a small double storey house? An answer to this tricky but vital question will depend on a number of factors. This article takes you through some of the advantages and disadvantages of building a single storey house and a double-storey house. List of advantages of building a single storey house -          Open Design : Single storey houses have more open designs ie open plan living areas, wider hallways and higher ceilings -          Accessible and safe : If you have family members who are elderly or ...

What to Consider Before Buying Land in Uasin Gishu

  Owning land in Uasin Gishu County or any other part of Kenya is a dream to many. However, getting the best place to build a home or invest in real estate will require careful consideration of many things. At Baoriat Agencies, we walk with you all through the steps involved in acquiring that piece of land, aside from connecting the buyer and seller. Find Property in Uasin Gishu County Baoriat Agencies Call: +254 721-554-937 If you are looking to buy land in Eldoret town or any part of Uasin Gishu County, here are some of the basic, but very important things you need to consider; Zoning Restrictions Once you identify the ideal piece of land/plot that you want to purchase, always research on the area to find out what it is zoned for. Land in Kenya is zoned as either commercial, agricultural, industrial or residential and it will be problematic if you buy land zoned for agricultural purposes yet you want to develop a building for commercial purposes. It is also good to enqu...