The Ghanaian rental market gives you two clear paths: move into a furnished apartment and start living immediately, or take an unfurnished unit and build your space over time. Neither choice is universally better. The right one depends on how long you plan to stay, what you own already, and how much you want to spend upfront. This guide breaks down the real costs, trade-offs, and decision factors so you...
Buying Property
Property lawyer fees in Ghana add 3-10% to your purchase price. Transaction costs including legal services, stamp duty, and registration typically total 8-23% above the listing price. These percentages sound steep until you compare them against the alternative: complete loss of your investment through fraud, invalid titles, or litigation lasting years. Ghana's real estate market thrives with 5.9%...
Property inspections before buying in Ghana aren't a luxury, they're your primary defence against fraud, structural failures, and legal nightmares costing buyers thousands annually. With Ghana's Supreme Court documenting cases where the same 50 acres had 13 different sellers over 30 years, and the Property Fraud Unit receiving over 40 cases weekly, comprehensive inspections represent the difference between...
The real estate landscape in Ghana continues to evolve rapidly in 2025, with off-plan property purchases becoming increasingly popular among savvy investors and homebuyers. Purchasing a property before it's completed offers significant advantages, including lower initial costs, the potential for appreciation during the construction period, and the ability to customise certain elements of your future home....
In Ghana's dynamic real estate market, understanding your tax obligations is crucial for a smooth property transaction. Value Added Tax (VAT) is one aspect that often confuses property sellers, leading to unexpected costs or compliance issues. This guide clarifies when VAT applies to property sales in Ghana and how different types of sellers are affected. Who Pays VAT When Selling Property in Ghana? The...
A house is one of the most important and most expensive purchases the average person will make in their lifetime. This means that before you purchase a house, or for that matter any kind of landed property (house, land, apartment, etc) you must make careful considerations about the purchase. This may involve a lot of prior planning, searching, frustration and annoyances. However if you play your cards...
