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Tips, guides, and market insights for Kenyan landlords.

A Landlord's Guide to MRI & Rental Income Tax in Kenya (2026)
Tax & Compliance

A Landlord's Guide to MRI & Rental Income Tax in Kenya (2026)

Everything Kenyan landlords need to know about Monthly Rental Income (MRI) tax, filing deadlines, deductible expenses, and how to stay compliant with KRA requirements.

15 Feb 20264 min read
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Understanding eTIMS for Rental Properties in Kenya
Tax & Compliance

Understanding eTIMS for Rental Properties in Kenya

A complete guide to KRA's Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) for Kenyan landlords — who needs it, how it works, and how to set it up for your rental business.

12 Feb 20265 min read
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Understanding Rental Yield in Kenya's Key Markets
Market Insights

Understanding Rental Yield in Kenya's Key Markets

Learn how to calculate rental yield, what good returns look like in Nairobi's suburbs, and how to benchmark your properties against market data.

10 Feb 20262 min read
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How to Write a Bulletproof Tenancy Agreement in Kenya
Legal

How to Write a Bulletproof Tenancy Agreement in Kenya

Essential clauses every Kenyan landlord must include in their lease agreement — from rent escalation and deposit handling to notice periods and dispute resolution under Kenyan law.

8 Feb 20265 min read
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How to Legally Evict a Tenant in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide
Legal

How to Legally Evict a Tenant in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide

The complete legal process for tenant eviction in Kenya — valid grounds, required notices, court procedures, and common mistakes landlords must avoid.

5 Feb 20266 min read
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5 Tenant Screening Best Practices for Kenyan Landlords
Tenant Management

5 Tenant Screening Best Practices for Kenyan Landlords

Reduce risk and find reliable tenants with these proven screening strategies tailored for the Kenyan rental market.

3 Feb 20262 min read
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Rent Arrears in Kenya: Prevention Strategies That Actually Work
Finance

Rent Arrears in Kenya: Prevention Strategies That Actually Work

Practical strategies for Kenyan landlords to prevent rent arrears, manage late payments, and recover outstanding rent — including legal options, communication templates, and automation tools.

1 Feb 20265 min read
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Setting the Right Rent Price: A Data-Driven Approach for Kenyan Landlords
Market Insights

Setting the Right Rent Price: A Data-Driven Approach for Kenyan Landlords

How to price your rental property competitively using market data, comparable analysis, and yield calculations — with specific benchmarks for Nairobi, Mombasa, and satellite towns.

28 Jan 20265 min read
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How to Streamline Rent Collection with M-Pesa
Finance

How to Streamline Rent Collection with M-Pesa

From paybill setup to automated reconciliation — a complete guide to collecting rent via M-Pesa for Kenyan property managers.

27 Jan 20262 min read
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The True Cost of Vacant Units (And How to Minimize It)
Operations

The True Cost of Vacant Units (And How to Minimize It)

Calculate the real financial impact of property vacancies in Kenya and learn proven strategies to reduce vacancy rates, retain tenants, and fill units faster.

25 Jan 20266 min read
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Digital Onboarding: Why Paperless Tenant Management Wins
Operations

Digital Onboarding: Why Paperless Tenant Management Wins

How Kenyan landlords are saving time and money by switching to digital tenant onboarding — from electronic lease signing to automated M-Pesa collection and tenant portals.

22 Jan 20266 min read
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Controlling Maintenance Costs Without Cutting Corners
Maintenance

Controlling Maintenance Costs Without Cutting Corners

Smart strategies for managing property maintenance expenses while keeping tenants happy and properties in top condition.

20 Jan 20263 min read
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