Kampala and its suburbs see constant buying, selling and renting of land and houses. Real estate agents connect buyers and sellers and earn a commission. The best agents build a reputation for honesty in a market where fraud is a real fear.
What real estate agents do
- List properties for sale and rent
- Show properties to clients
- Help with price negotiation
- Coordinate searches, surveys and lawyers
- Follow through to handover
Skills you need
Local market knowledge, negotiation, marketing and photography, and an understanding of land tenure: mailo, freehold, leasehold and customary land.
Register and stay compliant
Register your business with URSB and keep up with any licensing requirements for real estate practitioners. Working professionally builds trust.
Due diligence protects your name
Encourage every buyer to do a land search at the Ministry of Lands, confirm boundaries with a surveyor, meet neighbours and LC officials, and use a lawyer for the sale agreement. Never handle a deal you suspect is fraudulent.
Commission
Agree your commission in writing before you start. Sales and rentals often have different rates; agree who pays.
Marketing listings
Use good photos and video tours on property websites, Facebook groups, TikTok and WhatsApp. Respond fast and keep listings updated.
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