Building a House in Ghana (And Buying Land in Ghana) Key Tips to a Hassle-Free Experience

Ghana is the place to be and tons of people are looking to move to Ghana. Part of that master plan is buying land in Ghana and then building a house of their dreams. That can easily be a dream come true or a nightmare come to life! When it comes to buying land in Ghana, we have some top tips for you, things you need to know before buying land in Ghana, and how to buy land safely in Africa.
Got questions like 'Can foreigners buy land in Ghana?' or 'Why do I have a land lease?' and 'How do I not get ripped off?'... well, we have answers to ALL these questions and more! We're sitting down with Kweku Essein of Seso Global to get your biggest questions answered.
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[@zeplumber]

When I come to Ghana, I will rent first to get adjusted to the culture and the Ghanaian way of doing things.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Interesting idea @Alfonso Pugh

[@KwakuAmaniampongKyerefo]

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[@huniaskitchen5420]

I would advise that to anyone.

[@ekoansah]

As a Ghanaian, my best advise to anyone wanting to own a property or house in Ghana is to do it through the estate developers. This goes for my one who wants to buy just the land and build themselves, buy a finished house, or buy a land and have developers assist with buying it to your specifications. Please do not buy land through chiefs and individuals. Always do it through estate developers, that way, you can easily get a building permit, land documents and site plan, plus any other documents needed to own the property outright without hustle.

[@joeachie4676]

The only way.

[@kehindeemiabata4032]

I think your information is misleading. You can buy through individuals, you just have to do your due dilligence. Most land that is available are from individuals. Ive bought land here in ghana on a number of occasions and they have all been through individuals and one chief.... ive had no problems.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Edwin Owusu-Ansah -We think it is the best way for anyone not familiar with a new countries rule of ownership and thanks for the comment 😊! You may get lucky buying from a chief or an individual but not everyone will have the same luck...

[@ekoansah]

@@kehindeemiabata4032 My intension is not to mislead people, but rather to make it stress-free for people from the diaspora who are not familiar with the system. Even Ghanaians who know the system have challenges when dealing with "some" chiefs and individuals, how much more foreigners. When you deal with developers, they have already done the hard part of dealing with chiefs, etc, and have acquired all the documents to sell to you legally without further stress. Am not saying dealing with chiefs and individuals is bad, its most often is too stressful and complicated for most. You were lucky you got to deal with trust worthy people.

[@ollymcdonald6318]

@@ekoansah You forgot to mention that the developers will sell you a $150,000 house of basic quality that only cost $90,000. Also, they hire the same "small boys" (tradesmen) that you yourselves would've hired to build your house.

[@katherinemcconico982]

Yes ma’am! A Developer is the way to go! I ❤️ peace of mind! Great interview Ayo ! Oh yeah, 👋🏾 Tony!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Katherine McConico -Piece of mind is right and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@debneal]

Ayo (sp) for a professed introvert you are an amazing interviewer!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Deborah Neal - She shines when to spot light is on and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@gladys7095]

I just bought a land in Akuse 100×100 and it took 3 months to get all my paperwork. I Will be building.

[@leosismenz347]

Please Gladys how much did you buy your land? I need a plot there please

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Gladys - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@stephenreggio42]

Akuse is not high demand place and its good to buy lands there,i cant wait to own land there

[@ollymcdonald6318]

@@gladys7095 What's the name of the community please?

[@leosismenz347]

Please Gladys can you connect me to the one who sold you the land?

[@PrimoniousP]

Planning on buying at least 5 acres and hand building with earth. Growing 1000% of our food, creating a fully self sustainable space. Much love

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Born To Create - That is a great plan and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@KwakuAmaniampongKyerefo]

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[@kingshomes8546]

🚨Thanks for affirming the fact ! It’s not easy , these you tubers running around posting things like it’s easy come, move and it’s a dream. Ghana is beautiful but Without a plan and research you will regret it !

[@paulsimon137]

Thank you so much for that information 👍🏿

[@kimberlymensah5063]

We have built our house 🙌🏽🙌🏽🇺🇸✈️🇬🇭

[@leosismenz347]

Am also Mensah and would luv to meet you guys. Am in N.Y

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Kimberly Mensah - Good for you guys and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

Hallelujah you are building a house .I thank God you are building a house

[@andreaknight2199]

Very good information. Thanks!

[@ladiosanegra393]

I like how you guys introduce us to credible Ghanaian resources. I also like how Ayo pauses to reinforce and/or clarify keypoints. This allows me to make more sounds decisions as my family and I relocate to Ghana. You're a blessing and your content is appreciated.

[@AjaJanga]

Ghana is Lit Lit

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Eeytsa Sunko! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@hamiltona7]

This was very informative . Thank you

[@tequishamcdearmon9152]

Great video... This came at the right time... Thank you so much for the content!!!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@michellehaze2375]

Thank you so much for sharing all this valuable information💜

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Michelle Haze - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@juanc711]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, this is vital information for those who don't know 🕊️

[@pamelamcneil6864]

Thank you 😊 for the information. I have watched other videos on buying land and property but you summed it up. You have helped me get a little closer to my dream 😀

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Pamela Mcneil! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@Afrikaislife]

Your video was more than helpful. Thank you for helping us on our journey to returning home.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Afrika 4 Life! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@sunirchandaria9357]

Outstanding!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@samuelkyei2888]

As always looking glam!!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for that comment @Samuel Kyei, appreciate it 😉!

[@kf3665]

Important topic. We’ve built a house in Accra. However, I have the advantage of living in Accra as a child, unlike my husband. Research research. research before building or buying. 🤔

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@K F - Well said and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@maleblackman6305]

Thank you both. I love the videos. You make Ghana especially Tema look very appealing!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Male’ Blackman - Tema we dey!! It really is a nice place and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ericbandar944]

this was super helpful...thank you guys

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @eric bandar! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@naijastateofmind7254]

Excellent information! We appreciate y'all for keeping us in the loop with solid and sound info on how to live right in Ghana! ❤🖤💚

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for that comment @LOVE I ONE, appreciate it 😉!

[@mickeylee2339]

We are planning on building. Thanks for y'alls advice.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Mickey Lee! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@ebperry68]

Great information! Thank you.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@maxdminimalist715]

Happy Friday Family! Love your videos and the wealth of information you provide. 🥰

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @maxdminimalist 715! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@Nextphaseblack]

Awesome interview and definitely a needed service!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marciamann2945]

Thank you for this very informative video! You guys are the best!!xx

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Marcia Mann, really appreciate it 😉!

[@eliseburkhardt-lawson6054]

Thank you, great information!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Elise Burkhardt-Lawson! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@ctorenbeek6398]

An important topic, very helpful information provided. Love your outfit Ayo.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @C Torenbeek, really appreciate it 😉!

[@poetauthor4952]

INFORMATIVE VIDEO LOVE YOUR TASTE OF CLOTHING👍

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Poet Author - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@maxinerobindon4158]

This is great information

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for that comment @Maxine Robindon, appreciate it 😉!

[@ekowdaniels1837]

Thanks for sharing and it is very informative for those of us in diaspora.Once again thank you.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Ekow Daniels, really appreciate it 😉!

[@ritasimmons6964]

Well done! I'm in...🖤🙏🏼💛💚❤️

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@akwasiowusuansah6329]

My admirable and beautiful couple 💑😍❤♥💕💖. I love you guys

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Aww... @Akwasi Owusu Ansah - Thanks for the love ❤️️!

[@Beyond100x]

Nice to see you family ♥️♥️♥️

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Ant Nature’s Beauty -Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@evieo3320]

aaawww, you two are glowing. Lovely family. Very informative. Love your contents. Thanks❤❤

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Evie O, really appreciate it 😉!

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

Hi I love this interview, God bless you all

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Beatrice Owusu Achaw, really appreciate it 😉!

[@meenafree9984]

Shalom, very informative!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Meena Free, really appreciate it 😉!

[@loriannrichardson7644]

What an informative video. Great interview👍👍👍

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Loriann Richardson! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@agoogo5026]

I'm building my own, but from what I have been through I wish I had bought one from Estate Developers.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Agoogo -We can only imagine and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@pagashow1]

Another nice video as usual. I'm building my house in Akuse, right by the Volta Lake.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Awe -Good for you, when's the bar-b-que by the lake and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@satarfarouk1744]

I mean what Essien is saying correct but there’s also a way you can get the job done. That’s if you have a trustworthy Ghanaian whether it’s a friend you just met or anyone you can trust.

[@ufookoro1]

Very informative. The developers are the way to go.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Ufuoma Okoro! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@joanncahn541]

Awesome information Family

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Jo Ann Cahn - Thanks aunt Jo and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@gandhibaffour405]

Hi beautiful people 💕 😍 💗 thanks for the informations.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Aww... @Gandhi Baffour - Thanks for the love ❤️️!

[@savannahwilson1295]

Another great video....very insightful and intelligent young man! No one should be in the dark regarding acquiring or building houses in Ghana......thanks for the info....love this channel!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Savannah Wilson - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@alterego924]

wow seriously? thats great! Im even more excited, thank u

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Alter Ego - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@nogomo19]

First of all my Brother, I like to complement you on your shirt. As always you and your Queen provided us with some good information very informative. I would consider both options houses already built and building my own house and maybe purchasing or building some rental income property’s too. Thank you for the informative video.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nogomo - Appreciate the compliment. Glad to hear it was helpful and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@nefertemur8951]

Greetings Expat Life Ghana, thank you both for sharing as this is very valuable information. I mean, It's so profound and treasured information on many levels for those needing insight into building and buying land in Ghana. As well, the commentary was just so awesome.. Now I don't agree with the lease hold policies as land ownership and citizenship is our ancestral right as an ascendant of the enslaved of Ghana, however no worries as I will only be visiting Ghana. Thanks again for sharing.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nefertem Ur - The lease can be transferred to a family member to get around that. We are glad it was helpful and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@BuildVisions4Africa1]

Great video!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @BuildVisions4Africa, really appreciate it 😉!

[@SM-mm3kg]

Chale these your shirts are lit...I am buying with developer right now but I will built later. Already have the land.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@S M - Thanks for the compliment and good idea going with a developer. Thanks for the comment 😊!

[@sharettehasan4701]

Medaase! I appreciate this video and all the information. I will be using this service, God's will. #Blessings 🙏🏽

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Sharette Hasan - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@sharettehasan4701]

@@ExpatLifeGhana You're welcome😊

[@lionelreesable]

Thank you for the eye-opening video. A+ to you. I now have a new attitude towards the practice of due diligence. It seems like there is a lot of loot to be made by some industrious person in the mortgage industry there in Ghana. Maybe I will start a new career. Best wishes.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@L Rees -It's great you recognize opportunities and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@amytremper5416]

Its a good thing i married a Ghanaian definitely some benefits for living in Ghana. I

[@SpadeFungi]

I definitely agree with the emphasis of using a lawyer. It made the process soo easy. They even sent me my paperwork via DHL so I was able to look over the paperwork and sign. I also opted for the estate developers land purchase route.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@SpadeFungi - Smart choice and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@1871kwame1]

Can you recommend any good lawyers that deal with this ?? Please 🙏🏾🙏🏾.. I’m born 🇬🇧 but from Ghana 🇬🇭 and travel back home often so want some property

[@SpadeFungi]

@@1871kwame1 Hi Kwame, yes I can, what will be the best way to message you?

[@quansettecanady9066]

OMG, this tutorial was wonderful! It’s nice to know that people don’t have to get scammed. 😂 Ayo, you look fabulous; I love the pattern! Thanks, to Seso VP, for giving you a wonderful interview! Stay blessed!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Quansette Canady - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@ollymcdonald6318]

​@@ExpatLifeGhana European owned company using a black face as the front man...smh

[@claywilson4984]

I found your videos completely by accident. As a result, I sat here and binged on your funny, fascinating, and informative series. I am planning a visit especially since my niece has been all over the continent educating various groups and governments on how to deal with "Western countries" wanting to invest in Africa. Do you know folks in Gabon and Nigeria?

[@DestinationSokeye]

Good information

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Tamara Dantzler McCants! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@mznaturaldiva67]

Very informative am loving your content keep you the good work. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏾 definitely i bought mine with regimanuel Estate ❤

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@mznaturaldiva67 - The piece of mind going with a developer is worth it and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@howardcash8301]

Great Info Ayo! Tony I like your shirt! Where are the pants? LOL! YEAH!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Howard Cash -Not there yet on the pants and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@gladstonefuller953]

Thank you for a most informative video. I found it immensely useful as I have been toying with the idea of moving to Ghana one day in the not-too distant future. I think it is time enough that the government of Ghana too, definite steps to make service delivery less cumbersome for native Ghanaians and those from the diaspora. Why can’t there be a one-stop office to deal with resettling needs? I love almost everything that I am learning about Ghana and it’s people, but it seems like service, generally, could be improved. Regarding mortgage, I do not think there is any country that would give a mortgage to anyone who just got off a plane. With no history or business/banking relationships I fail to see how this could be done, so Ghana is much like other countries in that respect. My needs for a home is not much. All I need is a two bedroom house with kitchen, bath, living/dining, laundry, storeroom and of course a porch and some yard space. I am wondering if the cost of this would break the bank? Also, Your son is growing nicely! Again, good job guys!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@rhogan7312]

Can't believe I'm the first person here today! Akwaba guys (probably spelled it wrong). You guys are helping us better plan out our trip and hopefully future investment in Ghana. Thanks for sharing and hope to see you guys soon. From Chicago (Chi-town)💞💞💞🤲🏾

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@R Hogan - Appreciate the attempt, it's spelled akwaaba. Good to know it helped you out and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@1871kwame1]

Hello 👋🏾 from 🇬🇧

[@shushannataylor7324]

Thank you for creating informative information..... my question is what about the yearly property taxes..

[@msbarb1]

You're beautiful, and such a great interviewer...you belong on TV !

[@ZZ90755]

do not buy or transact with anyone in Africa without a lawyer and the police department of the town. scammers in Africa is just like a 7/11 meeting every morning,

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Dan Z - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@derysebastian4883]

Yh it depends were u want to build ur for instance u can build four bedroom with fence wall in sunyani Brong Region with 60 thousand dollars

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@alicehamilton4585]

This is a very important issue.... Base on my personal experience with buying and building, I tell my husband that next time we're buying a property we should go through the appropriate developer. Good job!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Alice Hamilton - Very wise idea and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@evansbempong3502]

The struggle is mostly in Accra the capital It's more easy acquiring land outside Accra

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Interesting idea @evans bempong

[@loreed8815]

Like this❗️video. Sharing 🤗

[@selfella]

Very helpful, thank you. I'm about to get immersed in some land matters and I'm a complete novice... apparently the chief wants to see all of the children of the former landowner before handing over the land! Not sure what I'm getting into.

[@drucella5581]

Thanks to my favorite couple. Excellent presentation and information. Also thanks for the link. You guys are great!😷🤗🔥

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Drucella - Only the best info for our viewers and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@DestinationSokeye]

Hi family. Looking good

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Tamara Dantzler McCants, really appreciate it 😉!

[@DestinationSokeye]

Hey family looking good

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@Yahuda8]

Hello Tony and Ayo. We enjoyed the program as always. We will be there the first week of June looking into the different communities where we will be purchasing a home. I will contact you closer to the date for different information. I will email you. Peace

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Delim Jamar -Sounds great, see you in Ghana soon and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ssello8406]

Thank you Expat Life. I intend to retire in Ghana and plan to visit in Fall (if Covid permits) then I will be looking for land in the Prampram area to build. I value your advice and will be following it to the letter. I will be using a Developer.

[@florencesenya1506]

Please be careful and certainly use a developer. Prampram lands are not that available now.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@ssello -I don't understand the "if covid permits" of your comment. By the numbers Ghana is safer than the US regarding covid and has had stable leadership to keep it's infection rates very low. Good luck with your building, Pram Pram is very nice and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@benjaminjackson6686]

Good job

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Benjamin Jackson -Thank you for the comment 😊!

[@glennwinston9239]

Both buy and then build my dream house.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@GeecheeWoman]

Building and Buying ..😚😚😚

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@clipitgrooming2982]

My partner and I are in the process of buying land in Ghana. We are from the UK and we are defiantly using a lawyer!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Clipit Grooming -Hope you meant definitely and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@nimrod1673]

My family's expert. Very good infor To get land in ghana try be on the ground patient in ghana connect with locals best.Don't rush to pay anything by full or half money.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nim Rod 1 - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@marciamann2945]

Planning on building

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@christophergibson4449]

VERY HELPFUL VIDEO!!!! THANK YOU!!! I would (Research) > Rent > (Research) > Buy > (Research) > Build > (Research)...

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Christopher Gibson - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@joelallette1060]

Hi Ayo and Tony, thanks for all the information you are sharing, it's very helpful. My wife and I intend to buy, following your advice, we're planning to visit in December, to check out some of the housing projects. Do you have any advice/recommendation on finding good housing developers? Joel and Jenny.

[@ubiatv8391]

The maestros are at it again. Superb handling of such an important topic. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE NEVER EVER EVER EVER send money to ANYONE and I mean ANYONE on the continent to buy you land, a house or to build you a house. Thousands of people have been burnt. Your best bet if you are not a Ghanaian is to be on the ground and buy a finished house from a reputable contractor. They sell at very high mark ups but at least you will get something as opposed to sending money to people you meet on the internet. The land owners or chiefs except in the remote areas usually sell the same plot of land to 2 to 4 people. Usually the strongest or the one with the deepest pocket wins out and develops the land. The others lose out and have to spend years fighting to recoup their losses. AGAIN NEVER SEND MONEY TO ANYONE YOU MEET OR BEFRIEND ON THE WEB UNLESS ITS A GIFT.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Totally agree @Jack berber! And thanks for adding this to the conversation 🤗.

[@Ehav4Ever]

Great videos. I have enjoyed watching your videos. One question I have. Years ago I heard about Fihankra. Then a few years ago I heard that a few of the women who founded it died due a land dispute over how land rights work. Do you know anything about this? It would be interesting to hear your take. Thanks.

[@GhanabaKwaku]

I am currently building. It takes finding the right people.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Eric Anku! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@ubiatv8391]

You mean like finding a unicorn right

[@GhanabaKwaku]

@@ubiatv8391, lol. Not quite. There are some reliable people in Ghana if you have the time to look. I understand that path is not for everyone but I will not write it off completely if you have time and not enough money to buy from a developer.

[@africanmindsetseries]

@@ubiatv8391 there are still some dependable people out there. Please don't write everyone off.

[@ubiatv8391]

@@africanmindsetseries So happy for you that you found some dependable people. Still would never advise a non Ghanaian to send money to anyone in Ghana to build a house, buy a house or buy land for them.

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

Land and house is a big case in Ghana How to get it people should take care

[@asantewaa391]

My husband and myself are building in Kumase, for over 10 years now, because it's from our own income, no loans

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@abena boaitey - 10 years?? That is a long time for building but understandable and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@asantewaa391]

@@ExpatLifeGhana We live in England, and building in Ghana, that is why it's taken so long, we are now tiling

[@KwakuAmaniampongKyerefo]

Good luck 🍀

[@asantewaa391]

@Shalena Nikiema Amen and thank you!

[@tequishamcdearmon9152]

I will be building!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@tequisha mcdearmon - We will see you soon and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@tequishamcdearmon9152]

@@ExpatLifeGhana I can't wait... See you in a few weeks!

[@joannanderson2982]

Love your videos...always wanted to move there, but I have lupus, so I don’t think my health would stand up there.

[@latishatoogood605]

❤

[@rolandhayes2000]

Interested in building a house. Seriously looking at moving our telecom/wireless company to Ghana. Would love to partner with tech professionals in Ghana.

[@EB-fy5zr]

Years ago, my husband bought land from his brother's friend in the village and now the case is in court because the guy tried to take the land back and sell it again! My husband lives here in the states, so his nephew has POA to represent him in court; the case has dragged on for 2 years even with supporting documents of the sale.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Debby Bryant Duodu - Makes sense to use an attorney and developer and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@EB-fy5zr]

@@ExpatLifeGhana I totally agree!

[@co7898]

I like Reo or Leo 👌😄

[@dm3622]

Very nice content- have you been to Green Leaf Cafe located in Tema where you live - sorry for the spelling- owned by Vera Asante from Atlanta also Ghanaian-

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Donna g -The next time we are around community 25 we will have to check her out and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@addokwabina3096]

I have started building in Afienya

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@addo kwabina -Nice area and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ben777154]

Building