🏡 How to Change the Name on a Title Deed in Kenya: Step-by-Step Guide
Whether you're buying land, receiving it as a gift, or inheriting it from a loved one, changing the title deed to reflect your name is not just a formality; it’s how you protect your legal ownership. Here's a clear breakdown of the steps involved: 1️ Verify Ownership and Gather Core Documents Before you start any formalities, confirm you’re working with a genuine property. 🔍 Get the Original Title Deed – The existing one, still in the seller’s, donor’s, or deceased’s name. 📄 Conduct a Land Search – Visit the Land Registry to confirm current ownership status and check for any: Cautions Charges (e.g. loans or mortgages) Restrictions 📑 Gather Legal Supporting Documents based on the nature of transfer: Sale Agreement (for purchases) Gift Transfer Letter Certificate of Confirmation of Grant (for inherited land) 2️ Secure the Necessary Consents Some transfers require addit...
