Real estate insights
Guides on verified rentals, neighbourhood living, and what to check before you move in across Kenya.
26 Oct 20266 min read
How to budget for rent, deposit, and service charge in Kenya before you move
Learn how to budget for rent, deposit, and service charge in Kenya with a practical move-in checklist. Compare the full cost before you choose a verified rental.
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15 Oct 20266 min read
Why verification should be repeated: how reverification protects renters and landlords
Condition checks should not be one-and-done. Learn why reverification matters for renters and landlords, and what to confirm before you sign or move in.
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8 Oct 20267 min read
Furnished vs unfurnished rentals in Nairobi: how to compare the real costs before you move
Trying to choose between a furnished and unfurnished rental in Nairobi? Compare rent, setup costs, flexibility, and what to check before you move.
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5 Oct 20266 min read
When a unit fails verification: what Nairobi renters should know
If a rental unit fails verification, what does that mean for you as a renter? Learn how to respond, what questions to ask, and how to avoid avoidable surprises before you pay.
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16 Sept 20265 min read
What a Makao Homes verification report includes for renters
A practical guide to what a Makao Homes verification report includes for renters, from on-site photos and walkthrough videos to infrastructure checks and neighbourhood context.
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15 Sept 20265 min read
Service charge and utilities in Nairobi: what rent usually covers and what it does not
Learn what Nairobi rent usually covers, how service charge works, and which utilities to confirm before signing. A practical renter guide for comparing monthly housing costs.
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13 Sept 20266 min read
Viewing verified homes vs unverified listings: what changes on site
Learn what changes when you view a verified home versus an unverified listing in Kenya. See how Makao Homes’ physical checks, photos, walkthrough videos, and site checks help renters compare homes with more confidence.
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11 Sept 20266 min read
Why bait-and-switch listing photos hurt landlords more than renters
Misleading rental photos can cost landlords more than a few disappointed viewings. Learn how bait-and-switch listings weaken trust and why accurate, verified photos work better.
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7 Sept 20266 min read
What property managers should prepare before listing on Makao Homes
Before you list a rental home on Makao Homes, prepare the unit, documents, utilities, and media so verification is smooth and renters get clear, trustworthy information.
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5 Sept 20268 min read
First viewing checklist for Nairobi renters: what to ask about water, power, internet, and access
Use this first viewing checklist to ask the right questions about water, power, internet, and access before renting in Nairobi. Practical advice for renters planning a move in the next 1–3 months.
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3 Sept 20266 min read
Rainy-season rental upkeep in Kenya: what to check for drainage, damp, and water leaks before you sign
Before you sign a rental in Kenya, check drainage, damp, leaks, and moisture risks. A practical rainy-season checklist for renters comparing homes this season.
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29 Aug 20266 min read
How walkthrough videos help renters choose a home with confidence
Walkthrough videos help Nairobi renters assess layout, condition, and real-life fit before a viewing. Learn how verified videos support a more confident rental search.
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