I am a home – owner who wants to sell my house myself without going through and agent. How advisable is this?

The process will take longer than what one would think… this is unlike using agents who have ready clients.

What is the most important thing for a property owner when choosing an estate agent to sell or manage their property on their behalf?

Reputation of a firm (this can be through referral or past experience with the firm), in terms of efficiency in service delivery and high level of professionalism.

As a buyer, what is the one most important thing that I should be concerned with when deciding on which house to buy?

One of the most important considerations is the Quality and Workmanship that has been put into the finished of the house.

There have been questions raised about the level of professionalism in the industry and the involvement of some quacks. Especially from the Kenyan community abroad who are at a loss on who to trust for their real estate dealings? What’s your take on this?

One should be very careful with which companies they are dealing with and possibly use local contact person to foresee the transactions.

The shortage of housing in Kenya is an ongoing topic. What is the solution in your opinion and what are the respective roles for the Private Sector and the Government in this?

The government has a big responsibility to the common wananchi of reducing stamp duty and reduction of taxes on import for raw material. In return, prices for houses will be lower than it is now this will also encourage more people to venture into building business. 

What is the way forward for the real estate industry in Kenya?

We expect the market to continue growing so that we cab housing shortage. These will also enable us to stay in business.

In one sentence, why should I go with TYSONS LIMITED?

We are your link to all Property / Real Estate Solutions.

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