Understanding the process of transfer and registration of property is critical to property acquisitions in any market. What are the different land tenure, regime systems, the key regulations, players, and professionals you are likely to engage in the process?

What are the due-diligence measures to successfully complete the transfer and registration of property you are acquiring? What is the standard for private ownership of property and what are your rights and responsibilities once the transfer is complete?

Property ownership is secured and administered by law, which also clearly defines ownership, the rights and responsibilities that attach to it. The single greatest threat to property owners rights might just be inaction on their part in securing those rights by duly exercising the obligations created by the mere act of ownership.

Scammers’ typically “hide” in plain sight. However, their intentions are always hidden, making it notoriously difficult to foil their schemes. So what renders seemingly rational individuals hapless to their wiles? What in our human nature makes us susceptible to these schemes?

Why is vacant land so wildly popular in our market? Without clear investment objectives, vacant land acquisitions may not provide the optimal use of resources at your disposal. Knowing what drives growth in property values will help you position your acquisitions strategically

Land banking is a real estate investment scheme that promises above-average returns at a predetermined future date. Equally, for the high returns they promise, they carry significant risk because there is no “real” transfer of the property to the investor. But do they deliver?

What key takeaways would a successful real estate investor offer? Roadmaps are a great tool for providing direction. There isn’t one way to do anything successfully. The knowledge and skill of those more experienced can be helpful in navigating the journey.

Mortgages naturally fall into default when borrowers become financially incapacitated. When this happens, financiers take measures to recover outstanding debts. In this ignominious space, the tenacious property investor can find the opportunity for growth.

Heard about title conversions? Well, if you own land in Nairobi (and eventually across the country) – including an interest in land situated within Nairobi – then you need to be appraised of this recent development. Title conversions are being implemented across the country as part of the social and administrative land reforms.

Are you aware that the law may allow someone who has lived on your property for longer than 12 years in open contravention to your rights to legally challenge your right to ownership over that property? What exactly is adverse possession and as a property owner, how can you protect your assets?