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How to get a Building Construction & Homeowner Insurance in Ghana

February 6, 2014 - By 
How to get a Building Construction & Homeowner Insurance in Ghana

Building is a part of our everyday lives, which we cannot do without. The homes in which we live, the offices in which we work, recreational centres, hotels, and all other facilities came into being through building.

In Ghana, as in any part of the world, there are many building contractors and construction firms who undertake building projects. Unfortunately, not all of them are accredited; and lesser; would they even think of introducing their clients to insuring their construction projects or properties.

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Interest Rates on Mortgage Loan in Ghana and Its Impact on The Average Ghanaian

January 31, 2014 - By 
Interest Rates on Mortgage Loan in Ghana and Its Impact on The Average Ghanaian

If acquiring mortgage loan is a challenging and an exasperating option for many average Ghanaians, the interest rates that come with it is proven to be a catastrophic burden to all. In Ghana, many people have decried the rates at which interests are being charged by financial institutions and mortgage brokers, describing them as outrageous!

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Do You Know How Many Bags of Cement Can Build a Standard Single Room? Find Out

January 28, 2014 - By 
Do You Know How Many Bags of Cement Can Build a Standard Single Room? Find Out

In Ghana, a standard single room must be approximately 14 by 14 feet and comprise a toilet, a bathroom, a kitchen, and in some rare cases, a porch.

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The Cost of a Bag of Cement in Ghana within the Last 3 Years

January 23, 2014 - By 
The Cost of a Bag of Cement in Ghana within the Last 3 Years

Cement is the most commonly used building material in Ghana. Many commodities, goods, and services including petroleum products, have seen price hikes over the years with cement not being an exception. The price of cement within the last three years has been increased by almost 120%, causing controversies.

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Ghana’s Shortage of Affordable Housing

December 17, 2013 - By 

Accra (Ghana) – When filmmaker Leslie Amponsah was shown round a squalid and waterlogged property up for rent in a suburb of Accra, Ghana, she was quoted a monthly rate that was barely affordable, even on a decent income, and was told that the landlord wanted two years up front. The estate agent would also be charging a 10% commission, she was reminded, and was already being paid a fee for every viewing.

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Energy Problems in Ghana: Learn How to Buy the Right Backup Generator for Your Home

November 12, 2013 - By 

Power outages have become a major challenge with most businesses and homes in Ghana. When the lights go off unexpectedly, you become stressed out having to live in darkness and work without electricity. Communication is distorted as cell phones go off and the kitchen gets unfriendly with food getting spoilt every now and then. This has prompted most people to look for a solution and the obvious power alternative is a backup generator.

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7 Best Ways to Give New Life to Your Old Home in Ghana

November 12, 2013 - By 
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After staying in your home for a long time, the place seems to get boring and monotonous. You get tired of seeing the same colours and furniture over and over again. Sometimes going through the same spaces time and time again can be dull and unexciting. What you need is a house face lift. You have to give your home a revamp so it obtains a fresh and new look which will bring about a delightful stay again. Renovating you home does not have to be expensive, here are simple and economical ways to give a new look to your old home.

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7 Questions to Consider Before Building Your Dream Home in Ghana

November 5, 2013 - By 
7 Questions to Consider Before Building Your Dream Home in Ghana

Building your dream home can be very exciting but financially draining as well if proper measures are not considered. For a lot of people, you actually envisage your home in your dreams before physically starting the foundation. If you want to forever love, cherish and enjoy living in your dream home, take time to think through and answer these seven questions before starting any construction.

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5 Steps to Acquire and Protect Your Land in Ghana

October 29, 2013 - By 
Land Expert’s Secret Guide To Types of Lands In Ghana

Land is a good investment and a valuable asset. It does not depreciate but rather appreciates with time. This means your land will be worth a double or triple or even quadruple of its current value in the next five to ten years. A lot can be done on the land to bring in income and satisfaction such as real estate, agriculture and recreational activities.

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4 Things You Should Know about The Ghana Town & Country Planning

October 22, 2013 - By 
eatures: Six independent agencies, three ministries*: * Five under the Ministry of Lands, Forestry and Mines; Ministry of Environment supervises Town and Country Planning at National/Policy level, Ministry of Local Government at Local/Implementation level. Image source: fig.net

What Do You Know About The Ghana Town & Country Planning?

Well planned communities not only beautifies an area but instills discipline and orderliness amongst the community members. It is amazing the extent to which countries go to plan and design their communities and cities in order to strengthen and boost their national architecture and encourage tourism.

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