By John Ntende I have seen some heated online debates on whether it is better to invest in treasury bonds or real estate. Proponents on either side had compelling reasons to support each viewpoint. For instance, the people in preference of treasury bonds pointed out that bonds are fairly safe, liquid and provide a passive income stream. They also demonstrated that real estate is capital intensive, not...
By Ed Mugisha Head of Under Writing Kampala Property Associates Many investors have watched short-term rental (STR) / airbnb investing from the sidelines. They’ve heard the success stories and know there are high returns to be made, but often come back to some form of the following questions:-Is it worth the risks?-Is it worth the hassle to set up and operate an STR?-How much more money...
Author: John Ntende I recently grappled with a decision of whether to buy a piece of land or to put the cash in a unit trust or mutual fund instead. This article is inspired by this conundrum. Ultimately whatever you decide to do will depend on your unique goals and circumstances.Deciding between buying land or investing in a unit trust depends on several factors, including your financial goals,...