22/08/2023
Factors to Consider When Buying Land in Kenya: A Beginners Guide & the Legal Process Tips.
Step 1
The Nature of the Land
It's crucial to understand whether a piece of land will be used for agricultural, residential, commercial, or industrial reasons before deciding to purchase it.
Step 2
Understand typography
You'll likely conduct an online search or consult with friends or family when you initially start looking for land to purchase. You won't be able to see the actual undeveloped land to get a sense of the neighborhood.
A great feature of Google Earth allows you to visualize and examine the area you want to invest in.
Step 3
What amenities does the property have?
The availability—or absence—of utilities like water and electricity is a significant factor to consider before purchasing undeveloped land. The seller has already put these in place on the property in some places.
Step 4
Are There Riparian Areas There?
You've probably seen or heard tragic tales about residents who lost their homes to flooding during the rainy season because they lived close to a river or water stream.
Step 5
Does the Property Have Road Access?
After constructing your home, you don't want to find yourself in a scenario where you have to relocate. Recall that it is unlawful to construct on riparian land in Kenya.
Is the property in question accessible via a road or a path? Although it may seem obvious, there are some locations where there isn't a road, so a route must be made to reach the land. You shouldn't put money into a location that is difficult for you to get to.
Step 6
Take Care Not to Be Conned
Do not pay for something you have not seen. We cannot emphasize this enough. This con is perpetrated on so many people. They have presented images of vacant land, but because they didn't do their homework, they ended up buying land that actually belonged to someone else. Think about the terror!
To find out if the land has had a previous owner, request the title deed and make sure to conduct a title search.
Take Care Not to Be Conned
