The commission charged by estate agents varies, the national average ranging between 5 and 7.5 percent plus Value Added Tax (VAT), which is invariably paid by the seller.
With 12 years of experience in Namibia’s real estate industry, Maritza Stephansen of Step Up Properties has built a reputation not just as a skilled commercial property agent but as someone who truly understands the dreams behind each deal. Her journey into the property world was driven by a desire to help people - to be part of the moment when business owners take the next step in growing their legacy.
How to make your offer stand out in a competitive property market
02 Jul 2025
In Namibia’s most sought-after suburbs and estates, properties are often snapped up shortly after hitting the market. For buyers, this means you may be competing against multiple offers for the same home, and to succeed, your offer needs to rise above the rest.
Whether you're buying your first home in Windhoek or selling an investment property along the coast, there's no shortage of property myths doing the rounds in Namibia. Many of these ideas have stuck over time, often treated as unquestionable truths.
Bank of Namibia Holds Repo Rate at 6.75% to Support Currency Peg and Economic Growth
19 Jun 2025
The Bank of Namibia has once again opted to keep its main interest rate steady at 6.75%, marking the second consecutive meeting without a change to the repo rate. The decision, announced after the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) bi-monthly meeting held on 16–17 June 2025, reflects the central bank’s cautious approach amid persistent global uncertainties and a still-recovering domestic economy.
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