Legal

For many Kenyans dreaming of owning a home, the biggest obstacle is price. However, in recent years, an increasing number of property seekers have turned their attention to houses below 1 million in Kenya. These homes, often located on the outskirts of urban areas or in peri-urban growth zones, offer a realistic pathway into homeownership for first-time buyers, middle-income families, and young...

In Kenya’s fast-evolving property landscape, buyers are increasingly encountering situations where the seller is acting under a Power of Attorney (PoA). While this legal tool can facilitate smooth transactions especially when the actual landowner is unavailable it also introduces a new layer of risk if not handled with care. Whether you’re buying a residential plot in Nairobi, a holiday home in...

As cities around the world grapple with rapid urbanization, one of the most critical but often overlooked issues is security of tenure. In Kenya and many developing countries, access to safe, adequate housing is often undermined by a lack of legal or formal recognition of land and property rights. What is Security of Tenure? Security of tenure refers to the degree of certainty that a person or household...

Public auction notices are a crucial part of the legal and property landscape in Kenya and many other jurisdictions. Whether you’re a prospective buyer looking for a great deal or a borrower trying to understand the implications of defaulting on a loan, public auction notices offer important insights into property sales conducted under statutory or court-sanctioned authority. But what exactly are...