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In our Guest Blog Post by Jamie Moulton from Just Property, you’ll get 14 vital tips to keep in mind when buying your first investment property. 14 Tips When Buying Your First Investment Property Buying your first investment property is a daunting and overwhelming process on its own. And diving right into it without having the required knowledge will cost you a lot of time and money. Which is why we...

Choosing the right mandate for your property is crucial, especially in a slow or downward market. With properties taking longer to sell or rent, working with the right agent and entering into the appropriate mandate agreement can significantly impact your property's success. When considering a mandate agreement, here are the types of mandates commonly available in the Zambian real estate market and their...

Extension for Existing Water Borehole Registration - WARMA The Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) would like to inform the general public that the deadline for registration of boreholes which is scheduled for 30 September 2018 has been extended to 31st March 2019. The extension has been necessitated by an overwhelming response in the last two weeks close to the deadline and the need to...

Property Transfer Tax in Zambia: Special Cases So now that you understand your tax obligations on a property for sale, you need to also have an idea of the special cases that may apply with regard to property transfer tax (PTT) in Zambia. In a few special cases, you may be exempt from paying property transfer tax in Zambia. The following are some special cases that provide for exemptions at the time of...

BCA Properties invites you to the ZamReal property forum 2018 The ZamReal property forum is an international annual event focused on the Zambian real estate market. This year’s conference will be held at the Taj Pamodzi on the 21st of August, 2018 in Lusaka, Zambia. ZamReal is a conference centred around the Zambian real estate market and trends. The conference is a one-day forum at which delegates...

Types of Real Estate Investments in Zambia When it comes to real estate investment in Zambia, there are several types of opportunities available to both local and international investors. Here are the common types of real estate investments in Zambia. 1. Residential Real Estate Investment Residential real estate investment is a popular choice in Zambia. As a residential real estate investor, the first...

Deciding between renting and flipping a residential investment property is an important choice for real estate investors. To determine the best strategy for your needs, it's crucial to understand the key differences between these two investment objectives. If you opt for flipping, you'll purchase a property at a discounted price to make quick improvements to increase its value. The goal is to resell the...

When considering a neighbourhood for your property investment, there are several factors to take into account before consulting with your broker. Here are some valuable tips to help you choose the ideal neighbourhood for your property investment. 1. Neighborhood Characteristics The neighbourhood itself plays a crucial role in attracting quality tenants and determining vacancy rates. Investing in an...

NOTE: 2022 Update here: 2022 Budget Changes on Rental Income Taxation 14th February 2018 Issued by Topsy Sikalinda Corporate Communications Manager Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) ZRA CALLS ON ALL TENANTS AND LANLORDS TO REGISTER FOR WITHHOLDING TAX ON RENTAL INCOME The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has given an opportunity to all landlords and tenants that are not registered and are not...

Your Prospects for Success in Zambian Real Estate for 2018 What are your prospects for success in Zambian real estate for 2018? Can you increase your potential success? Are you interested in real estate? Most likely YES right... Are you interested in Zambian Real Estate? Well, you should be! Come join BCA Properties as we host key industry stakeholders in the real estate sector to discuss trends,...