Get Regular Updates And 2 Other Tips On How To Build A House In Ghana From Abroad

Get Regular Updates And 2 Other Tips On How To Build A House In Ghana From Abroad

  • Ghanaians in the diaspora and foreigners, in general, are eager to stay in Ghana because it is one of the most peaceful countries in Africa
  • Nevertheless, many are afraid of building a house in a country where they are absent for fear of being defrauded
  • There are efficient tips people abroad should know that can help them build in Ghana to avoid coming back to meet a non-existent house

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The Ghanaian diaspora often wants to construct a home back in Ghana. However, anything remotely done is difficult; talk more about building a house when one is not around. Many things need to be handled, which will cause stress. Here are a few practical suggestions to assist you in getting through the procedure.

It is possible to build a house in Ghana while abroad
It is possible to build a house in Ghana while abroad. Photo credit: bojanstory and Hill Street Studios
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Begin the process in person

Even if you might not be able to visit the building site frequently, it's crucial to begin the procedure in person. This guarantees that you have personally met with all the important stakeholders and sets the expectation for what will be done.

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Get regular updates

Make sure you have a method for tracking the development of your project. Depending on the individuals you have on the site or nearby, this may be accomplished in various ways. Make sure to request daily photographs and videos of the construction progress on platforms like WhatsApp.

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Take note of all your costs.

Before providing money for any transaction, request a thorough summary of the expenses. Keep track of your expenses for labour, materials, transportation, permits, and other fees. In addition, keep track of any payments you make for construction, including crucial information such as dates, beneficiaries, intended usage, and payment method.

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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