3 Common Mistakes People Make When Investing in Real Estate In Ghana

3 Common Mistakes People Make When Investing in Real Estate In Ghana

  • There are several mistakes people make when they are considering real estate investment in Ghana
  • Unquestionably, real estate is one of the best and safest investments anyone can think about making
  • One may be certain of a strong return on investment in real estate due to the steadily increasing demand for high-quality homes in cities

People new to real estate investing should be abreast of common mistakes people make while preparing to purchase a home. It will prevent them from scenarios that could result in a financial loss. YEN.com.gh mentions these errors and why people should avoid them.

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Not Doing Proper Research

Before investing money in any real estate business, you must carefully examine the current property prices in the preferred location. Without enough market knowledge and understanding, dishonest agents may trick you.

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Once you've narrowed your selection of properties, you need to evaluate factors like geographic advantages, land value, rental demand, road accessibility, builder's history, etc.

If factors like a lack of water supply, air pollution, inadequate transportation options, and social amenities are ignored, they may also impact your investment.

Not Estimating Your Financial Capability

Nothing is more crucial when making a new investment than analyzing your financial situation. For example, several hidden costs are associated with investing in real estate, including the purchase of the property, taxes, and registration fees.

When purchasing a home, you must consider maintenance costs, furnishing and interior design costs, potential repair costs, utility bills, etc. Consider your spending thoroughly and determine whether you can afford it.

Not Checking The Developer's Reputation

A reputable and dependable real estate developer you choose will guarantee the legitimacy of your investment. In addition, a reputable real estate company will obtain all necessary legal authorizations and papers for selling real estate.

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A skilled developer will constantly go above and above to please their clients. Therefore, if you purchase a house or apartment from a reputable company, you can be guaranteed high-quality building materials and first-rate customer support.

To check the reputation of the real estate developer, browse their company website and social media profiles. You might also ask for comments from prior clients or purchasers to evaluate the builder's reputation.

3 Important Reasons Why People Must Have Home Insurance In Ghana

In an earlier article, YEN.com.gh wrote about why people must have home insurance in Ghana. Home insurance providers in Ghana is still controversial since many people are unsure how it would help them. However, considering all the unpredictable events around us, acquiring home insurance may help people manage unanticipated expenses.

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Authors:
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Richmond Setrana Richmond Setrana is a real estate editor for YEN.com.gh with 5 years of writing experience. He graduated from KNUST in 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and is currently enrolled in a MA—Mass Communications program with Liverpool John Moores University. He has written for reputable platforms like meqasa.com, Noanyi, Edanra and Yourcommonwealth.org. He can be reached via: richmond.setrana@yen.com.gh