Real Estate

TOURISM IN UGANDA The distinctive attraction of Uganda as a tourist destination arises from the variety of its game stock (Including the rare tree climbing lions of Ishasha White Rhinoceros, Gorillas, elephants and its unspoiled scenic beauty including forests hills and Mountain Rivers and lakes. 51% of the world’s population of mountain gorillas lives in Uganda. Uganda is home to 11% of the...

6 Questions to ask when choosing a Real Estate Agent to sell your property in Uganda Deciding to sell a property, whether it’s an investment or your own home, is a big step. Evolution of the real estate agent You might be planning to upside, downsize, relocate, or let go of an investment; regardless of your motivations, selling your property comes with a lot of considerations. Choosing the Best...

  Buying off the plan can be trickier than a regular purchase, but thousands of Ugandans do it every year. Buying off the plan is when you sign a contract to buy a dwelling before it has been built. If done correctly, it can deliver big rewards, namely in terms of location and price. But, as you might expect from a process that involves buying something that doesn’t yet exist, it’s also...

Estate Packages: Plots For Sale. Selecting a neighborhood, a block and builder can prove daunting, so to help get you started here is our new home buyers guide. The right estate To get an insider’s view on how to choose the right estate or ‘community’, I spoke with Senior Estate Developer in Uganda. When it comes to selecting the right community, start with your lifestyle and make sure...

Selling by Auction vs. private treaty ? If you're preparing to sell your home, are you better off selling via auction or private treaty? We outline the pros and cons of each option. Selling via private treaty A standard residential property transaction is known as a Private Treaty sale. This is when you set the price you’d like your house to sell for, and your real estate agent negotiates...

AGRICULTURE & AGRIBUSINESS IN UGANDA The Agricultural Sector continues to be the most important sector in Uganda; it employs approximately 69% of the population and contributed about 26% to the GDP. The Government has increased the allocation to the agricultural sector budget to 65% increase. The main agricultural crops include grains, sugarcane, cotton, tea and Coffee which accounts for 20% of...

Modern Mud Homes: A New Take on Building In Africa It's a problem of expectations; when concrete and steel symbolize modernity, how does a humble mud home become architecture that's desirable? It's an important issue since new concrete construction, which relies on imported resources, often strains the budgets of middle-class families and results in dwellings unfit for the tropical environment. The...

How to Buy a House in Uganda Buying your very first home can be both an exciting and daunting process. Navigating the maze of finance, home loans and the property market can be challenging for even seasoned investors. So how are the newcomers meant to get their foot into the property market? The good news is there are lots of options and support out there for first time home buyers. The...

Many real estate investors think that money will make or break a real estate deal. A lack of funds can stop a potential purchaser from bidding on a property. However, it is possible to purchase real estate with no money from the buyer's pockets. If the deal is right, the funding can easily fall into place. Although there are many ways an investor can purchase real estate without handing over a down...

The real estate industry is well known for being exciting, engaging and full of highly valuable assets. It provides entrepreneurs with grounds for establishing thriving enterprises. Many people have delved into it and made a fortune. Therefore, it attracts investment regularly. For you to perform well in the real estate industry, it is important to get some real estate advice about these high value...