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Apartment Ownership in Kenya: What Does a Sectional Title Actually Give You

By admin July 3, 2025

Apartment Ownership in Kenya: What Does a Sectional Title Actually Give You? Customized for WKA Advocates – Kenya’s Leading Experts in Sectional Titles, Real Estate Law, and Property Transactions Introduction: Understanding Apartment Ownership in Kenya With Kenya’s urban population booming—particularly in fast-growing cities like Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret—apartment living has become the go-to […]

Navigating the Legal Requirements to Initiate Title Conversion for Apartments in Kenya

By admin July 3, 2025

Navigating the Legal Requirements to Initiate Title Conversion for Apartments in Kenya Customized for WKA Advocates – Kenya’s Leading Experts in Sectional Title Conversions and Real Estate Law Introduction Kenya’s urban real estate market—particularly in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, and Kisumu—has seen a surge in apartment developments. However, many property owners still hold outdated long-term leasehold […]

How to Ensure Compliance with the Sectional Properties Act in Kenya

By admin July 3, 2025

How to Ensure Compliance with the Sectional Properties Act in Kenya Customized for WKA Advocates – Experts in Apartment Law, Sectional Titles, and Real Estate Transactions in Kenya The Sectional Properties Act, 2020 fundamentally transformed the real estate landscape in Kenya, particularly in the management, sale, and ownership of apartments, maisonettes, gated communities, flats, and […]

Why You Need a Property Lawyer When Buying Property in Kenya

By admin June 7, 2025

Why You Need a Property Lawyer When Buying Property in Kenya Buying property in Kenya is a significant investment—whether you’re purchasing a residential plot for your dream home, investing in commercial real estate in Nairobi, or acquiring agricultural land in rural counties. However, the land acquisition process in Kenya is often complex and riddled with […]

Understanding Title Deeds and Land Ownership in Kenya

By admin June 7, 2025

Understanding Title Deeds and Land Ownership in Kenya Land ownership in Kenya remains one of the most valuable assets for individuals, families, investors, and institutions. Whether you’re purchasing property for residential development, agriculture, commercial real estate projects, or long-term investment, securing legitimate land rights is essential for wealth protection and economic growth. However, navigating the […]

The Role of Advocates in Secure Property Transactions in Kenya

By admin June 3, 2025

The Role of Advocates in Secure Property Transactions in Kenya Secure property transactions in Kenya are essential to protecting your investment, whether you’re a local buyer, diaspora Kenyan, real estate developer, or foreign national. In a landscape where land scams, title disputes, and illegal transfers are not uncommon, engaging a qualified property lawyer in Kenya […]

A Step-by-Step Legal Guide to Property Purchase in Kenya

By admin June 3, 2025

A Step-by-Step Legal Guide to Property Purchase in Kenya Buying property in Kenya—whether it’s land, a house, a commercial unit, or an investment property—is not just a financial commitment but also a complex legal process. Proper guidance is essential to ensure the transaction is legally valid, secure, and free from risk. At WKA Advocates, we […]

Avoiding Real Estate Scams in Kenya

By admin May 10, 2025

Avoiding Real Estate Scams in Kenya How a Lawyer Can Safeguard Your Property Deal Avoiding real estate scams in Kenya is crucial for anyone looking to buy land, a house, or invest in property development. Kenya’s booming real estate market has drawn thousands of local and international investors eager to take advantage of residential, commercial, […]

Matrimonial Property Disputes in Kenya

By admin April 23, 2025

Matrimonial Property Disputes in Kenya: Legal Insights and Resolutions from WKA Advocates Matrimonial property disputes in Kenya are becoming increasingly prevalent due to the evolving dynamics of modern relationships, shifts in economic power, and the continuous accumulation of assets during marriage. These disputes often arise during divorce proceedings, legal separation, or even within the course […]

Common Real Estate Scams in Kenya and How to Protect Yourself Legally

By admin April 12, 2025

Common Real Estate Scams in Kenya and How to Protect Yourself Legally Common Real Estate Scams in Kenya can turn what should be an exciting investment into a costly nightmare. From fake land titles and double sales to non-existent properties and unscrupulous agents, the risks are real—but they’re also avoidable. Purchasing land or property in […]