The Kenyan Landlord Blog

Your resource for property management in Kenya. Discover how to track rent payments, manage tenants, and prepare tax-ready reports with ease.

MMitchel Kelonye

Property Manager Fees in Kenya: What to Expect and Negotiate

Guide to property management costs in Kenya. Fee structures, what's included, negotiation tips, and when professional management makes sense.

Sep 1, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Managing Multiple Rental Properties in Kenya: Systems That Scale

How to organize and manage multiple rental properties efficiently. Systems, delegation, and tools for Kenyan landlords scaling their portfolio.

Jul 28, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Best Property Management Software in Kenya: 2026 Comparison

Comparing top property management software options for Kenyan landlords. Features, pricing, and which one fits your rental portfolio size.

Jun 2, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Year-One Landlord Report: What I Wish I Knew About Rent Tracking

One year as a landlord. Here are the lessons I learned the hard way about tracking rent, managing tenants, and staying sane.

Apr 16, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

How Property Managers Track Rent for 10 Different Owners

Managing properties for multiple owners is complex. Here's how professional property managers handle it.

Mar 23, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

What Every First-Time Landlord Gets Wrong About Rent Collection

I made every beginner mistake in my first year as a landlord. Here's what I wish someone had told me.

Mar 19, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Why I Switched from Excel to Rent Tracking Software

I loved my Excel spreadsheet. Until it cost me KES 40,000 in missed rent. Here's what happened.

Mar 5, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Month-End Close for Landlords: A 15-Minute Checklist

End every month with clean books. This checklist ensures you never miss a payment, expense, or tax deadline.

Mar 2, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

I Manage 12 Properties. Here's How I Track Everything in 10 Minutes

Multi-property management doesn't have to be chaos. My system for tracking rent, expenses, and tenants across 12 buildings.

Feb 16, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

5 Red Flags I Missed When Screening My Worst Tenant

My worst tenant cost me KES 80,000 in damages and 3 months of unpaid rent. Here are the warning signs I ignored.

Feb 5, 2026Read

The Kenyan Landlord Blog

Your resource for property management in Kenya. Discover how to track rent payments, manage tenants, and prepare tax-ready reports with ease.

MMitchel Kelonye

Property Manager Fees in Kenya: What to Expect and Negotiate

Guide to property management costs in Kenya. Fee structures, what's included, negotiation tips, and when professional management makes sense.

Sep 1, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Managing Multiple Rental Properties in Kenya: Systems That Scale

How to organize and manage multiple rental properties efficiently. Systems, delegation, and tools for Kenyan landlords scaling their portfolio.

Jul 28, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Best Property Management Software in Kenya: 2026 Comparison

Comparing top property management software options for Kenyan landlords. Features, pricing, and which one fits your rental portfolio size.

Jun 2, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Year-One Landlord Report: What I Wish I Knew About Rent Tracking

One year as a landlord. Here are the lessons I learned the hard way about tracking rent, managing tenants, and staying sane.

Apr 16, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

How Property Managers Track Rent for 10 Different Owners

Managing properties for multiple owners is complex. Here's how professional property managers handle it.

Mar 23, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

What Every First-Time Landlord Gets Wrong About Rent Collection

I made every beginner mistake in my first year as a landlord. Here's what I wish someone had told me.

Mar 19, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Why I Switched from Excel to Rent Tracking Software

I loved my Excel spreadsheet. Until it cost me KES 40,000 in missed rent. Here's what happened.

Mar 5, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

Month-End Close for Landlords: A 15-Minute Checklist

End every month with clean books. This checklist ensures you never miss a payment, expense, or tax deadline.

Mar 2, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

I Manage 12 Properties. Here's How I Track Everything in 10 Minutes

Multi-property management doesn't have to be chaos. My system for tracking rent, expenses, and tenants across 12 buildings.

Feb 16, 2026Read

MMitchel Kelonye

5 Red Flags I Missed When Screening My Worst Tenant

My worst tenant cost me KES 80,000 in damages and 3 months of unpaid rent. Here are the warning signs I ignored.

Feb 5, 2026Read