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Affordable Housing in Kenya: The Government's Housing Program, Levy Controversies, and What Buyers Need to Know

Kenya faces a housing deficit of over two million units, with the gap growing by 200,000 annually. The government's Affordable Housing Programme, funded partly through the controversial housing levy, ...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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Kenya's Construction Industry: Regulations, NCA Licensing, and the Building Boom Reshaping Cities

Kenya's construction industry is one of the economy's most dynamic sectors, reshaping the country's urban landscape through a building boom that spans residential towers, commercial complexes, and mas...

Feb 20, 2026 5 min read
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The Complete Guide to Wills, Succession, and Inheritance Law in Kenya

Death is certain but its timing is not, making estate planning one of the most important yet most neglected aspects of financial management for Kenyan families. The Law of Succession Act provides a fr...

Feb 20, 2026 8 min read
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The Complete Guide to Kenya's Real Estate Market: Trends, Hotspots, and What Smart Investors Need to Know

Kenya's real estate market offers some of the most compelling investment opportunities in Africa, combining robust urbanization-driven demand with a maturing market infrastructure. From Nairobi's evol...

Feb 20, 2026 6 min read
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The Housing Crisis in Kenya: Government Programmes, Affordable Housing Levy, and What It Takes to Own a Home

Kenya faces a housing crisis of staggering proportions, with a deficit of over 2 million units and growing. The government's Affordable Housing Programme, funded partly through the controversial Affor...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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How to Start a Real Estate Agency in Kenya: Registration and Operations

Starting a real estate agency in Kenya offers lucrative opportunities in one of the country's most dynamic economic sectors. With property transactions involving significant values and commissions, a ...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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How to Start a Rental Property Management Business in Kenya

Professional property management is one of the most underserved yet high-demand sectors in Kenya's booming real estate market. With thousands of property owners seeking reliable management for their r...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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Understanding Stamp Duty and Capital Gains Tax on Property Transactions in Kenya

Property transactions in Kenya attract significant taxes including stamp duty (2-4% paid by buyers) and capital gains tax (15% on profits paid by sellers). Understanding these taxes, along with recurr...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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How to Apply for a Death Certificate in Kenya: Process, Requirements, and Legal Implications

Death registration is a legal requirement in Kenya that triggers essential administrative and legal processes including estate administration, insurance claims, and pension benefits. Yet nearly half o...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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