In equal measure, being 30 can feel like a champagne toast and a reality check. Having climbed the ladder, a routine and maybe even having a special someone in your life. But in between starting out 29 and celebrating already being 30 there’s the dilemma of “Where should I Invest? ” or “Should I Have…
As property prices continue to rise and mortgages remain out of reach for the average Kenyan, thanks to high interest rates and tough qualification criteria. Even with all its appeal, buying off-plan isn’t without risks and many of those risks show up in the fine print or get hidden behind flashy brochures and site visits….
Let’s be honest, everywhere you look, house prices in Kenya seem to be skyrocketing. From flashy billboards to endless social media posts, most homes seem to start at Ksh 8 million and above. But is it really impossible to buy a home here with less than Ksh 5 million? Not quite. While it won’t be…
Buying a house is among one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. While homeownership can be a great investment, it’s essential to ensure that you’re truly ready before taking the plunge. Here are five signs that indicate you might be prepared to buy your first home. 1. You Have a Stable Income One…
In Kenya’s real estate market, increasing the value of your property can seem like a slow, costly process. However, there is one simple yet highly effective hack that could boost your property’s value almost overnight — Professional Home Staging. Home staging involves preparing and presenting a property in a way that maximizes its appeal to…
Once a quiet patch of land just beyond the city, Syokimau has quickly become one of the fastest-growing residential areas in Nairobi’s metropolitan region. Not all projects are created equal, and some buyers have learned this the hard way. If you’re investing for the long haul, whether as a homeowner or landlord, there’s still value…
Getting a home loan in Kenya can be a crucial step toward owning property, but many applicants face mortgage rejection due to easily avoidable mistakes. While mortgage lenders have strict criteria, understanding these requirements and preparing adequately can significantly increase your chances of approval. Lenders are now using a risk-based approach to calculate interest rates,…
As Kenya’s capital, Nairobi holds an energy that’s hard to replicate anywhere else in the country. People come here to grow, to build businesses, careers, families, networks, and futures. The Nairobi of 2025 is not the Nairobi of a decade ago. Malls, cafés, creative hubs, dining culture, fitness studios, and curated weekend markets are now…
On June 10, 2025, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) cut its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points, reducing it from 10% to 9.75%. This rate cut comes at a time when high inflation, elevated loan costs, and reduced liquidity have put pressure on households and businesses alike. Investors, whether purchasing rental properties or…
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