Ghanaian Life Coach Gives Advice on How To Build a House Without Struggling
- TikTok influencer and motivator, Doctor Contract, advised Ghanaians that staying within your means and avoiding copying friends or neighbours is key when seeking to complete building a home
- He advised that treating building as a personal goal that matches your lifestyle and finances is the best way to go about it
- His advice was well received by Ghanaians, who said the information would come in handy when they start building
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Building a home is one of the most significant expenses a person will face in their life, anywhere in the world.
Many Ghanaians, right from a very young age, dream of residing in a quiet and nice neighbourhood. However, seeing this vision come to life is most often very challenging.
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While negative sentiment can at times be projected as the gospel truth, people with experience in the construction industry say it is possible to build a good home affordably.
Doctor Contract, a popular TikTok influencer, motivator, and adviser, has shared insights on how to build a house within budget, which is achieved by avoiding common mistakes.
According to Doctor Contract, one reason many people struggle to finish building their homes is that they often break their budget and aim for things beyond their financial capacity.
Many Ghanaians tend to imitate what their peers or colleagues are doing, even when it is not feasible for them.
For example, while one person may comfortably afford a three-bedroom house, another may only have the resources to construct a one- or two-bedroom home.
He emphasises that building a house is not inherently difficult; rather, the challenges usually arise as a result of the decisions made by the builder.
Doctor Contract also warns that starting a project without considering one’s actual budget can lead to problems later.
He said
“A person may start building, but if they are attempting something beyond their financial strength, they will not be able to complete it,” he explained.
Many families have faced this situation, with parents starting construction but being unable to finish the project, leaving it for their children to complete.
Avoiding competition is king- Doctor Contract
Doctor Contract also cautions against viewing construction as a competition. Many individuals build large homes, such as five-bedroom houses, simply because their friends are doing so, without properly evaluating their own financial situation.
He believes that construction should match a person’s lifestyle and finances, rather than being influenced by what others are doing.
By building within their means, homeowners can avoid the stress of lengthy construction processes and prevent the worry of having an unfinished home.
Careful planning is the recipe for success
In summary, the goal of building a house is to create a structure based on careful planning and financial responsibility.
When Ghanaians build according to their budgets instead of trying to match the homes of friends or family, they are more likely to complete their houses sooner and with fewer complications.
Doctor Contract’s advice serves as a positive reminder for Ghanaians to plan carefully, set realistic expectations, and practice financial discipline to turn their dream homes into reality.
Watch the video of Doctor Contract giving building advice below.
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Three-bedroom house costs detailed
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Master Builders & Contractors provided a detailed guide for building a strong and stable foundation for a three-bedroom house.
They outlined costs and considerations for the superstructure, roofing, and finishing touches like plastering and flooring.
For finishing and miscellaneous, the company also broke down expenses for windows, doors, plumbing, electrical work, ceiling, painting, and other unforeseen needs.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
