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Property Due Diligence Checklist Before Purchase in Kenya

A concise checklist for buyers and investors to verify title, approvals, and transaction documentation.

Property Law 24 February 2026 5 min read

Title and Ownership Verification

Title checks should confirm legal ownership, encumbrances, caveats, and consistency of records. Buyers should verify whether the seller has full authority to transfer the property.

Where land history appears unclear, further registry and transactional review is advisable before commitment.

Transaction Documentation

Sale agreements must clearly define completion timelines, conditions precedent, and remedies in case of breach.

Completion documents, tax obligations, and registration steps should be mapped in advance to avoid costly delay.

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Leticia Mwavishi

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