KRA Tax Amnesty 2026 in Kenya: How the December Deadline Works, What Penalties Are Waived and How to Apply on iTax
The Finance Bill 2026 extended Kenya's tax amnesty to 31 December 2026. Penalties and interest accumulated up to 31 December 2025 are waived in full once the principal tax is paid. This article explains who qualifies, how to apply on iTax, and the trade-offs for diaspora landlords and SMEs.
Land Rates Under the National Rating Act in Kenya 2026: Nairobi's New Structure, County Compliance and What Property Owners Must Pay
The National Rating Act, 2024 took effect on 24 December 2024 and gives the 47 county governments a 24-month window to align their local rating laws. Nairobi began enforcing new land rate charges and penalties from 1 January 2026 after the waiver period expired. This article explains the new framework, the bands, the dispute mechanism and what property owners need to do.
Kenya Rental Income Tax 2026: Why the Rate Rose to 10% and How Resident and Diaspora Landlords Should Respond
The Finance Bill 2026 increases the residential rental income tax rate from 7.5% to 10% of gross rent. The Bill also introduces a 30% withholding tax on rent paid to non-resident persons. Diaspora landlords face a meaningfully different tax bill in 2026/27 and should review their property holding structures.
Managing Rental Property in Kenya from the Diaspora: Collecting Rent, Handling Tenants, and Maintaining Your Investment
Rental property remains one of the most popular investments for Kenyans in the diaspora, offering steady income and long-term capital appreciation. However, managing tenants, collecting rent, and main...
Every Tax a Kenyan Landlord Must Pay: Rental Income Tax, CGT, Stamp Duty, and Compliance Guide
Owning rental property in Kenya comes with tax obligations that every landlord must understand and fulfill. From the monthly rental income tax to capital gains tax when you sell, stamp duty on purchas...
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...
How to Manage a Kenyan Rental Property from Abroad: A Landlord's Handbook
Complete handbook for managing Kenyan rental property from abroad. Covers management options, tenant screening, maintenance, financial oversight, and remote landlording.