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Faulu Microfinance Bank is preparing to launch a suite of new financial solutions designed to bridge gaps in services for landlords, agents, and stakeholders in real estate development and management.
These offerings will feature expedited processing for unsecured loans, tailored financial products for property development and enhancements, flexible payment plans aligned with rental income, simplified application procedures, and funding options for property expansion.
Additionally, Faulu Bank plans to introduce performance-based incentives for agents and promotional opportunities for emerging developments.
According to CEO Julius Ouma, the initiative aims to establish Faulu as the preferred financial partner for landlords and agents by providing customized solutions that cater to the unique demands of the housing industry. “By engaging with these groups, we seek to tap into a significant market, delivering financial solutions tailored to the specific needs and challenges within the housing sector,” Ouma stated.
He emphasized that landlords and agents are vital to the real estate market, facilitating rental and sales transactions. “Their collaboration is crucial for efficient property management, tenant placement, and overall market stability,” he added.
This announcement comes as Kenya’s housing sector increasingly contributes to the national economy, accounting for approximately 10% of GDP. Urbanization is accelerating at a rate of 3.7% annually, with 29% of the population now residing in urban areas, driving demand for rental properties—especially affordable housing options such as single rooms, bedsitters, and one-bedroom apartments.
In 2019, Nairobi witnessed the construction of 3,940 one-room units, marking an 84% increase since 2015, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
Despite the sector’s rapid growth, challenges persist in offering flexible products and accessible financing for borrowers and potential homeowners. The KNBS report underscores advancements in construction technologies and processes for buying, selling, and renting properties as key factors in the transformation of the real estate sector.