The money and legal side of Ghana real estate is where most people get caught out. Mortgage products that barely exist. Lease agreements written to protect the landlord. Land title disputes that drag on for years. Finance & Law covers what you need to know about home loans, rental law, property rights, and the legal frameworks that govern buying, selling, and renting in Ghana — in plain language, not legalese.
Ghana’s New “Real Estate” VAT Act 1151 Is Live. Here’s What It Actually Means If You’re Buying Property
If you signed a property purchase agreement in 2025 and your developer has since sent a revised invoice with a...
Cedi or Nothing: Real Estate Developers Comply with BoG Pricing Directive
From discounts to flexible plans, the housing sector is adjusting but the bigger test is whether buyers and top developers...
Soaring House Prices in Accra: An Analysis by Cedi Talk
Ever wondered about house prices in Accra and if you or most people would ever be able to afford to...
How to Easily Spot and Avoid Real Estate Scams
Real estate scams are devastating. There are many red flags that are easily missed by victims. Hopefully, the tips here...
Top Mortgage Providers in Ghana You Should Know
Ready to own a home but low on cash and need help? Consider a mortgage or in layman terms, a...
Digitising Land: The Way Forward for Efficient Property Registration in Ghana
This article was first published by Ghana Web on October 20, 2020, titled, “Experts detail ways govt can end challenges...
How To Acquire A Mortgage or Home Loan In Ghana
Buying a home is a dream come true for many people. However, not everyone can comfortably finance their dreams outright....
Home Finance in Ghana: Everything You Need to Know
Ready to own a house but not sure about your home finance options? There are four main financing options when...
Why Medical Practitioners Should Invest in Real Estate in Ghana
Medicine is one of the noblest professions in the world and it is generally assumed that doctors and health workers...
Coronavirus in Ghana: Implications on the “Booming” Real Estate Market
This post on the real estate implications of coronavirus in Ghana originally appeared on Traverse on March 29, 2020. It was penned...
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6 Months’ Ghana Rent Advance Is the Law. Your Landlord Doesn’t Care. Now What?
For someone who makes about GHS2,500 monthly, having to cough up GHS12,000 for rent every year is crazy. You already...
Accra’s Transformation: Boon, Bane or Just Darn Old Gentrification for Residents?
Accra’s cityscape is undergoing a metamorphosis. Modern, upscale apartment towers are replacing older structures, seemingly emblematic of progress. However, a...
Important Update: Potential Real Estate Scam Alert Regarding SuCasa Properties Ghana
Homebuyers and renters in Ghana, be vigilant! There have been concerning reports about a real estate company called SuCasa. Several...
Housing Wahala #1 – Refused Rent Because of Hair
Finding an affordable place to rent in Accra that is perfect in every way for you can be stress. Imagine...
Ho Called Itself the Oxygen City. Now It’s Losing the Oxygen
Ho lost 33% of its vegetated land between 1985 and 2020. Its built-up area expanded sevenfold since 2000. The Oxygen...
Looking Beyond Accra Developments: The Real Estate Outside Accra Worth Watching
Less than 2% of Ghana’s developers build real estate outside Accra or the Greater Accra region. This piece looks at...
Real Estate Careers in Ghana: What You Should Know
Considering real estate careers in Ghana? The number of young people who can’t find jobs in Ghana is staggering”, an...
Register for the Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo 2021
The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo (GPLE) returns for its fifth year and second virtual edition. This year’ theme is...
In Love We Trust
Came across this beautiful ad by a real estate company in Singapore which strums several heart strings. It revolves around...
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Epic List of Estate Houses in Ghana with Prices & Locations (2022)
You generally have two options when buying residential property in Ghana; estate houses or apartments. Housing estates are highly desirable...