Are you looking to buy land in Kenya? Well, whether it’s in Juja Farm, Matuu, Kangundo Road or Nanyuki, one of the most important steps in the land buying process is conducting a search, so that you don’t get scammed when you are about to purchase a piece of Land.
Within this blog, you’ll get to understand what a search is, why it’s important, and how to conduct it! Without further ado, let’s get into it.
What is a search?
A search is a legal document that confirms the ownership and status of a piece of land. Moreover, it provides information on any prevailing disputes, court orders or loans taken against the land.
Advantages of conducting a search.
First, a search will help identify the current owner of the piece of land. Second, it helps provide further information about the property such as legal land disputes, charges, court orders and whether it is leased. This information is essential in helping an investor to avoid losing their hard-earned money.
How to conduct a search.
The search process is simple and direct:
- Obtain a copy of the property’s title deed from the seller.
- Take it to the relevant government office i.e the Ministry of Lands, to request a search.
- Fill out the form provided and wait; depending on the location, the waiting period is 2 working days to a week.
- Once the search is complete, you’ll receive a report that details the property’s ownership and other relevant information.
Now that you know what a search document is, why it’s important and how to conduct it, you’re ready to start your land buying journey!
Don’t Get Scammed!!!