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Impact of the Property Transfer Tax Amendment on Zambia’s Property Market The Property Transfer Tax (Amendment) Act, 2024, effective 1st January 2025, introduces notable changes to Zambia’s property market. With the transfer tax rate increased to 8% of the realised value for land transactions, these updates are set to influence property investment and transactions. Here’s a closer look at how this...

How Ride-Hailing Platforms Like Yango Are Transforming Zambia’s Real Estate Market As Zambia continues to urbanise, the rise of ride-hailing platforms like Yango and Bolt is not only transforming transportation but also reshaping the real estate landscape. These services are changing how Zambians think about location, property development, and investment opportunities. For property owners, developers,...

Key Features of Property Insurance In the world of insurance, home insurance policies are often one of the most comprehensive ones. Typically, a home insurance policy will provide all-round protection which covers you, your house, your family members and also any liability which may arise. The case may not be so with other types of policies like auto insurance policies which only cover third party...

Property Insurance for Your Property in Zambia Property insurance is an insurance product that provides coverage for a building structure(s) and its contents against natural or manmade calamities. The coverage provided by the property insurance is not fixed and often varies depending on the type of insurance taken and the needs of the consumer. To begin with, property insurance is essentially...

Profit From Real Estate: A Guide to BRRRR Success The BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) strategy is a popular method used by real estate investors to generate cash flow and accumulate long-term wealth. However, successfully executing this strategy requires a lot of careful planning and research, not to mention strategic decision-making. Today, BCA Properties will provide a step-by-step guide on...

Press Release: Addressing Corruption Vulnerability in Zambia's Land Sector. Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has brought attention to the significant risks and vulnerability to

When it comes to homeownership in Zambia, one of the key decisions to make is whether to buy an existing property or embark on the journey of building a new home. Although building is often the default route taken by most potential homeowners currently, both options have their advantages and considerations that you should carefully evaluate. Let’s explore some of the pros and cons of buying versus...

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22nd to raise awareness about environmental issues and encourage people to take action to protect the planet. The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970, and since then, it has become a global movement with millions of people participating every year. The theme for Earth Day 2023 is "Restore Our Earth", which focuses on restoring the planet's ecosystems...

As the year unfolds, it's crucial to set goals in various aspects of our lives, including education, career, and business. However, one area that should not be overlooked is real estate. Why? Because real estate not only serves as a foundation for financial freedom but also provides a sense of security and leverage. As you embark on defining your goals for the year, take a moment to ponder key questions:...

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...