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June 29, 2026

• by George

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Register a Tenancy Agreement with Rent Control in Ghana

A tenant in Osu has a signed two-year tenancy and a receipt book. When the landlord doubles the rent six months in, Rent Control turns them away. Why? The tenancy was never registered. In Ghana, an unregistered tenancy is

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June 22, 2026

• by George

Why Ghana’s Rent Control Laws Are Rarely Enforced (And Why That’s Changing Now)

A tenant walks into a one-bedroom flat in Adabraka. The landlord asks for two years' rent upfront. The tenant mentions the six-month legal cap. The landlord shrugs and says, "Go to Rent Control." Everyone laughs. The tenant pays. If

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June 15, 2026

• by George

What Exactly Is Ghana’s Rent Control Law (PNDC Law 138) and Who Must Comply?

A tenant in Osu hears she has to "go to Rent Control" after her landlord raises the rent overnight. A small landlord in Madina gets warned by a neighbour, "Be careful, PNDC Law 138 says you cannot do that."

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June 8, 2026

• by George

Rent Cards Explained: What Every Tenant and Landlord in Ghana Must Know in 2026

Walk into a Rent Control office in Accra today without a Rent Card, and you will likely be turned away. From April 1, 2026, the Rent Control Department made the rent card Ghana directive a hard line: no card,

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June 1, 2026

• by George

How Much Advance Rent Can a Landlord Legally Demand in Ghana?

You find a room in Accra and ask about the advance rent. The landlord names a figure, then adds, "two years upfront." Someone on TikTok says this is illegal. A friend says it is normal. Which is true? The

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January 27, 2026

• by George

Best Restaurants in Labone: 7 Dining Spots That Make This One of Accra’s Coolest Neighbourhoods

If you're searching for restaurants in Labone, you're about to discover why this leafy Accra suburb has become a food lover's paradise. Labone combines the relaxed charm of tree-lined streets with a dining scene that rivals any cosmopolitan neighbourhood

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January 15, 2026

• by George

Labone Area Guide 2026: Schools, Coffee Shops, Nightlife, and Real Estate with Landmark Homes

Labone stands as one of Accra's coolest neighbourhoods, offering a rare blend of residential calm and urban convenience. Tucked between the diplomatic enclave of Cantonments, the vibrant Osu district, and the coastal stretch of Labadi, this tree-lined suburb has

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December 30, 2025

• by George

How to Find the Perfect Neighborhood When Moving to Ghana: Your Step-By-Step Guide

Moving to Ghana opens doors to rich culture, growing opportunities, and vibrant communities across one of West Africa's most stable countries. Yet amid relocation excitement, one decision shapes your daily experience more than any other: choosing where to live.

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December 23, 2025

• by George

The Cost of Living in Accra: What You Need to Know Before Relocating

The cost of living in Accra ranks among the critical considerations for anyone planning to relocate to Ghana's vibrant capital. Whether you are moving for work, returning to your roots, or exploring investment opportunities in one of Africa's fastest-growing

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December 16, 2025

• by George

Your Essential Moving Checklist for New Homeowners in Ghana

Moving into a new home in Ghana marks an exciting chapter in your life. Whether you secured a luxury apartment in Labone or a spacious villa in East Legon, the transition from property purchase to settled homeowner requires careful

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