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Should Ghana Ban Foreign Ownership of Residential Property? The Debate That Divides a Nation
A Question Every Ghanaian Should Have an Opinion On As property prices in Accra continue to climb, a growing chorus of voices is asking: should Ghana restrict or ban foreigners from buying residential property? The argument is provocative, divisive, and worth examining from all sides. The Case For Restrictions Foreign buyers — particularly from the
1w ago · myPropertyGhana
Water and Power Backup Systems Every Ghana Homeowner Needs
Because “Dumsor” and Dry Taps Should Not Ruin Your Day If you have lived in Ghana for any length of time, you know that reliable electricity and water supply cannot be taken for granted. Whether you call it “dumsor” or just “the lights went off again,” power and water interruptions are a reality that smart
1w ago · myPropertyGhana
Is Ghana’s Government Doing Enough About the Housing Crisis? A Critical Question for 2026
2 Million Housing Deficit, Rising Prices, and Broken Promises — Where Is the Plan? Every election cycle, Ghanaian politicians promise affordable housing. The National Housing Policy exists on paper. And yet, the housing deficit grows every year. It is time to ask uncomfortable questions about whether Ghana’s leadership — across all parties — is truly
1w ago · myPropertyGhana
Are Real Estate Agents in Ghana Worth Their Commission? A Brutally Honest Answer
The Question Every Buyer and Seller Asks — But Few Say Out Loud Let us address the elephant in the room. Real estate agents in Ghana charge 2-5% commission. On a GHS 3,000,000 property, that is GHS 60,000-150,000. Many buyers question whether agents earn this fee — and honestly, the answer depends entirely on the
1w ago · myPropertyGhana
Maintaining Your Home in Ghana’s Climate: The Essential Homeowner’s Checklist
Your Home Is Your Biggest Investment — Protect It Ghana’s tropical climate — with its intense sun, heavy rains, humidity, and harmattan dust — takes a serious toll on buildings. Without regular maintenance, a brand-new home can develop costly problems within just a few years. Here is your seasonal guide to keeping your property in
1w ago · myPropertyGhana
Is Accra’s Real Estate Market in a Bubble? An Honest Analysis for 2026
Property Prices Keep Rising — But Is It Sustainable? If you have been following Accra’s property market, you know the story: prices have risen dramatically over the past decade, particularly in areas like East Legon, Cantonments, Airport Residential, and now Adenta. But when prices rise faster than incomes, a natural question arises — are we
1w ago · myPropertyGhana
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The Affordable Housing Question: Why Ghana Keeps Building Mansions Nobody Can Afford
Ghana Needs 100,000 Affordable Homes a Year. Developers Keep Building Luxury Villas. Why? Walk through any new development in Accra and you will notice something striking: rows of 4-5 bedroom mansions priced at GHS 2-5 million. Meanwhile, the average Ghanaian household earns GHS 30,000-50,000 per year. Who are these houses for? And why is nobody
1w ago · myPropertyGhana