Famyard’s Guide to Buying Your First Plot: From Site Visit to Title Deed

Buying land for the first time can feel like a maze of unfamiliar steps. Stripped down, though, the process follows a consistent path — here’s how it typically unfolds when working with an established seller like Famyard Enterprises.

Step 1: Define What You’re Looking For

Budget, location, plot size, and purpose (residential, agricultural, investment) all shape which listings make sense to consider. Being clear on this upfront saves time later.

Step 2: Book a Site Visit

No plot should be bought sight-unseen. A genuine site visit lets you confirm access roads, surrounding development, and the general feel of the area — not just what’s described in a listing. Famyard offers free site visit bookings for exactly this reason.

Step 3: Verify the Title

Before committing, confirm the plot’s title status independently — see our full title deed verification process. This applies whether you’re buying from an established company or an individual seller.

Step 4: Agree Terms and Pay a Deposit

Once satisfied, agree on price and payment terms in writing. Make sure you understand exactly what your deposit covers and what happens at each subsequent payment milestone — our list of questions to ask before paying a deposit is a useful checklist here.

Step 5: Complete the Transfer

This stage involves the formal transfer process — including stamp duty (see our stamp duty guide) and registration — culminating in the title deed being registered in your name.

Step 6: Decide What’s Next

Whether you build immediately, farm the land, or simply hold it as it appreciates, the plot is now yours to use as you see fit — see our passive income ideas guide for options if you’re not building right away.

Talk to Famyard

Famyard Enterprises has guided buyers through this process across Nyeri and Laikipia counties from its offices in Nyeri and Jikaze. Browse current listings or call +254 119 222666 to start with a free site visit.