Renting in Tanzania: a tenant's checklist
- Visit in person (or by video call) and check water, power and security.
- Ask how many months of rent are due upfront and what the deposit covers.
- Get a written lease that states rent, due date, notice period and repair responsibilities.
- Record the property condition with photos at move-in.
- With Tanzua, pay and track rent and repairs in your tenant portal.
Buying property: steps to a safe purchase
- Confirm the seller's title and search the land registry before paying anything.
- Agree the price, payment plan and handover date in writing.
- Use an advocate for the sale agreement and transfer.
- Budget for transfer costs, stamp duty and registration fees.
- Ask us about instalment plans on selected properties.
Investing from abroad (diaspora guide)
- Work with a registered company that can show the property on a live video walkthrough.
- Insist on title verification and written agreements before transfers.
- Choose a manager who sends monthly statements and pays out on time.
- Track your property online — no need to travel for every decision.
- Compare gross yield with management fees, tax and vacancy periods.
Letting your property: maximise income
- Price to the market — empty months cost more than a small discount.
- Screen tenants properly and use a written lease.
- Fix small issues quickly to keep good tenants longer.
- Collect rent on a fixed date and follow up arrears immediately.
- Let Tanzua handle all of it for 15% of collected rent.
These guides are general information, not legal or financial advice. Ask our team about your situation.
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