The Do's And Don'ts of Renting
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ส.ค. 2024
- Finding a place to rent in Ghana can be pretty challenging to say the least. This video will give you some tips on how to go about looking for a property and avoid some of the pittholes.
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Don't worry about "rambling". Love love love all the info you give in your videos. Keep 'em coming!
+ladybug513 Thank you :)
btw, its so true about the double renting, happens a lot with buying land as well:( We fell into that, but luckily we managed to get our money back... Though, it would be good if people when buying land would consider using the authorities at hand to double triple check who is the true owner of the land.. Anyways, Im' off the topic, lol! Thanks again, such good advice, you will be saving people some serious bucks!/A
I love your stories! Thanks for taking us down memory lane of your renting journey...such helpful information! Ayyyyye Ghana lol
Thanks girl. There are so many stories trust me!
I love your videos they are so helpful as I prepare for my move
Thank you, glad you like it!
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i just came back from GH and you are right regarding rent. i rented a place for 1 month in Osu area and i spent my entire time calling regarding water that was not running, the toilet not working, and other things. that is why its important to own property in ghana
I agree with you, if you can have your own place all the better. However I am not surprised by the problems you faced in the house, I'm more surprised that you managed to rent a place for only one month.😊
yeah but for 500 USD furnished to me that is much because the livingroom and kitchen was very small
Executive is the operating word. Got it. 😀😀😀
Great information! Really enjoyed your video. So glad I came across you in TH-cam's recommended videos :). x
Thank you😊
Another great video sis thinking of moving to Ghana so your videos real eye openers
Oh great, glad its helping!
Very good information, before my move👍🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽that’s the thing you have to be careful, there scams in Africa!
You should do more hair videos as well. Your videos are very informative, I will love to come to Ghana
Hi! I know I should do more hair videos, I just need to find a good angle for them as they don't seem to go down as well.
Lol, thanks so much for this advice! We have just decided to rent, which is something we didn't consider earlier, so it's awesome to get your advice! Lol, hotcake :) and the fact that you have to take them everywhere to pick up keys and pick them up and all, so you wonder a bit what that fee is really suppose to cover :) thanks a lot for sharing!
+Teodora Dora its crazy! Glad you found it helpful😊
Thanks for this wonderful info and insights
No problem!
thanks for these tips. i really appreciate it.
No problem, glad to help.
Always great information!
+Islandrose4ever Thank you :)
Executive property lol, nice video. Keep it up. God bless you.
Thank you!
great info. your videos are extremely, informative for seeking a move to Ghana.
ups and downs for all moves to Mama Africa.
in addition, I would say never make any such move alone; by oneself.
nonetheless there are many experience seekers on their own. perhapes, you agree; yes?
Yes I agree, many people travel alone.
LOL! haha ur so funny! Very informative thank-you
I really enjoy your videos! Very informative. Can you please give more insight on the weather there in Ghana? Does it ever get cool or cold there and does it flood every year and in what part of Ghana? Thanks.
+Ahrayalah Yasharahla Hi! Ghana is usually very hot. You have to acclimatise very quickly otherwise you'll spend your whole day looking for shelter in air conditioning. Raining season is much cooler, in fact this year I found myself wearing a cardigan sometimes. I'm not sure if it's because I'm used to the weather now or if it is indeed cooler. I'm doing a video on the flood next so keep a look out!
Thank you so much for your prompt response. I'm originally from the islands so I actually prefer the hot climate, but not a fan of some bugs that comes with that including mosquitos. Can't wait for the flood video. Have a Blessed day/evening.
thank you for this video
No problem at all
Your so beautiful ❤️
Yea do as the Africans do...everything on BULK!...make the currency stretch
true
LOL @ waking up 2 'circle circle circle!' yes!
+Natural Ghana Girl My company in America allows me to work remotely and I am thinking of moving to Ghana for about 6 months to see if I like it. Do you think it would be a good idea to put a lawyer on retainer to help navigate all the unexpected issues that might arise?
Hi. I don't think that would be necessary. Its just a part of life here. I always tell people that when you come to Ghana you will by all means get ripped off to some degree buts its just by how much. Most of the time just go with your gut, if something feels bad don't do it. If you know people here just let them guide you a bit until you are comfortable to manage things alone.
So much thanks for the information
let me ask, Is East Legon are a nuce and calm place to live ? , how does it cost to rent a single room apartment in East Legon area?
+Ahmad Shaarawy east legon is really nice but can be quite expensive. Most of the prices are usually quoted in the dollar equivalent.
Natural Ghana Girl
I saw some places on websites rented for 500 Ghs and less, what about those ??
+Ahmad Shaarawy you can definitely check them out but make sure you are happy and comfortable with the area. All that glitters is not gold, I have learnt that the hard way.
This is scary ,how can I find out if he's the owner? I heard stories about a lot of people getting scammed by these people. These stories makes me change my mind about leaving the USA. Work too hard for my money to be scammed by these people.
what agencies do you recommend for renting and buying?
+Alexis Keys I wouldn’t particularly recommend any. Ghana doesn’t really work that way. It’s best to find an area that you like, see a house that you like and go from there. You can find people that can take you to look at houses but quite frankly you will waste your whole day. If you watch my video about renting it will explain more.
How do you check to see /or verify if they are the owner?
I'ts difficult but you have to ask around, especially the neighbours
Hi, Ghana girl, I am Nigerian and I stay in Canada but would want to move to Ghana Accra I need a 3 bedroom house in a safe neighbour hood. How much in cedis will that cost for 1 year rent. Please could you also refer me to an agent.a good one.
Hi! It really does depend a lot on your budget as to the area you can move to. You can email me at naturalghanagirl@gmail.com and we can talk more there. Speak soon!
I really dont want to leave a negative comment but i find it hard to believe that i just watched a 20 min video about rent in Ghana and not once do you mention any prices. how hard is it to say a one bedroom will run you this much per month with a year of paying in advance
+DEVRIN ALLEN hi. I deliberately don’t mention a price because there are no fixed prices for anything here. A landlord can charge what they like. To give you a little example of price. If you watch my house tour video, that cost us roughly $500 a month. A one bedroom self contained could be 300 cedis or $300 depending on the area. Prices are very different from the Uk or US. There’s no regulation here and no estate agents that command prices of areas.
Haha!!! you're so funny. I swear, u can't stop laughing. ☻😂😢😭😅😁
you mentioned an area really nice to move to in the city in Ghana but unable to find information online bcuz of ur accent unable to understand you it was something like the kentamin area or something like that can you give me the correct spelling please thanks again
Hi! Yes I mentioned cantonments. It's quite an expensive area but very nice if you can afford it.
I want to rent a house is having an agent really helpful in renting?
Not particularly its not something that you can't do yourself.
Wish I had come across this post sooner. Currently in this predicament 😒
+Lola Augustus ahh bummer!
Did you stay in a hotel and or family before you was able to find a place rent?
Hey! We stayed with family for the first couple of months
If it is not too personal question what area do you live in ? My friend who is Ghanaian & I rent a 1 bedroom in Tema the owner is very good but it is a little way out so traffic is a problem.We pay 1500 Ghana a month (12 months in advance) I think you told me you have 3 children so I guess your property is bigger.The other question I have is did you buy the membrane for the house you are building to stop rising damp in Ghana ? If so can you tell me where please.Thanks.
Hi. I live in Adenta. It's a 4 bedroom house with an outhouse, we pay 1500ghs a month which is not too bad. We got our DPM from the UK it's quite hard to find a quality one here. Most of what we have seen here can be torn by hand meaning that it won't last very long so won't do the job required.
+Natural Ghana Girl Thank you very much for the information.
Haha!!! "HOTCAKE"
noooo. one lady who was interviewed in Ghana has a three bed room home over looking the mountains for $266.00 a monthI heard other people who live their say how inexpensive it is .. however , I have seen condos In Ghana and other expensive realty
+marty mart you can get very low rents depending on where you want to live, the further out you go the more you will get for your money.
Can a person have a home built?
Yes of course, you can build yourself if you have the know how or you can hire a contractor to do it for you. If you know you will be permanently living here then I would build over renting.
name some areas "uptown" u were speaking on as im not familiar with the terminology
Some other nice but expensive areas are East Legon, Airport Area, cantonments, trassaco. There are a few of them but do stress they are expensive unless maybe you do a flat share if you are single or something like that. If you can afford it they are really beautiful places.
+Natural Ghana Girl i found cantonment online very beautiful thanks i subbd
+Mz Renee Thank you
why didn't you hookup with the different ex pat services for all this?
+VICTOR SAMUDA YAW ANKH RA AKAN There are some expat services around but to be honest expat services cost expat prices. I'm Ghanaian so I feel that I could negotiate better services myself. All due respect to everyone but when it comes to these things locals will have more respect for another Ghanaian they can relate to.
Oh, I see. This is the one area...along with the land isue...that I am nervous of.
Lol @ 16:11 - 16:14. You sound just like a tro tro mate. Haha! Thanks for sharing!
Lol, I'm not sure if I should be offended or not😂
Haha, No at all. You were really good at impersonating their call. I had others listen to you and they laughed and agreed that you were pretty good They only wished that you would have included Accra, Accra, "Round about" and Junction. lol
On a more serious note, I actually believe a Tro Tro mate is one of the most honorable jobs a person can do in Ghana. I have observed many mates. I have found that most are REALLY smart, fast at math and have an EXCELLENT memory. I have seen so many people try to cheat mates on crowded Tro Tros. They will look away from the mate and pretend that they have already paid. None have ever succeeded. lol They have all been able to recall where they "picked them". lol Kudos to all of the hard working Tro Tro mates. Thanks for sharing dear. I am loving your channel. Shalom
Lol thanks. I agree with you, tro tro mate is not the easiest job at all!
Appreciate info. But this video has been a bit depressing. Had plan on moving to Ghana next fall. Given whom you've married; appear more like girl from southern Calif. valley; and attract many whites on here, do you find many immigrants like you? No offense, but maybe I should try another country. Thanks.
+Shakkka Y. What do you mean by “given whom I’ve married?”
LOL
hahahahaha excused!
Lol, it's terrible I only realised after I finished recording!
hahahaha pound cake properties....stodgy and dark!
$1500 ghs is so cheap....Wow
It may seem cheap when you convert currency but you really shouldn't do that. You have to look at the money as in its worth here otherwise you will get ripped off. Trust me I've been there done that got the t-shirt! 😊
+Natural Ghana Girl ...ohh I get it
Renting in Gh can be nightmare for landlords too. My mum has a house in Adenta but she is based in the uk. The rent she was charging for a 3 bedroom house in that area was dead cheap. The last two tenants have been a nightmare. One was a distant relative and the other a friend/ex work colleague of her brother in law. At one point they both stopped paying rent. The friend of the family hasn't paid rent for 5 years. Both refused to leave the property when asked. Didn't look after the property. Major work needed to be done to the house before renting it out again. Both tenants told people that they property belonged to them when people came round. In the long run my mum is out of pocket. She has now found a new tenant via an agency.
My two cousins rented a house for their elderly mother in Ghana. The landlord gave them a renting period of 50+ years. We have the paperwork. The landlord died and his children have tried to force my Aunty out by all means.
They took two of the bedrooms in that house. No running water.
When my mum's distant relative tried to move in 2004. The care taker also didn't want to move out. When he left he locked all the doors in the house. Once we forced the door open (which needed to be replaced) he had left all the lights and fans on.
+Beauty Stick wow that's awful. I didn't look at things from that perspective. I guess a system needs to be in place to protect both the landlord and the tenant. Thanks for sharing your story.
+Natural Ghana Girl I could tell you so many stories. You're right they do need to look into the system because it doesn't work. I will be in Gh in two weeks time with my sister and I can't wait.
+Beauty Stick I would love to hear how your trip goes!☺️
Damn, every time I turn on you channel you have something bad to say about Ghana...lol I mean, if it's that bad, why stay there if you continually have something bad
to say about where you lay your head...? If it's not the mosquitoes, it's people breaking into your house, if it's not people breaking into your house, the rent is too high.
I just recently subscribed to your channel, and I don't think that you said anything good about Ghana on not one of them. You make me not even want to come to
Ghana...lol
It seems as though when I watch other vlogs, they seem to love Ghana, but then again they are guys so that might make a diff; I don't know...
I'm crying, the guy who scammed 5 people out of their money. That is a true horror story.
Said you have right to marry whomever; before I continue to make plans I was just concerned how much Ghana has changed in last 15 years. If it is flooded with a lot of mixed couples like yours.....
+Shakkka Y. Sorry I don’t understand what you mean by mixed couples like mine. I’m not even trying to be funny about it, I don’t get it.
Natural Ghana Girl Well, I thought I read in your replies that you married a non Black. Your choice but, personally, some of us are not looking to invest in an Black area that is flooded, defined by white capital. Look at S.Africa and other places globally.
+Shakkka Y. My husband is black.
Natural Ghana Girl I figured I had made a mistake. He certainly got a beauty in you! You're gorgeous, intelligent...and personality!!!!
+Shakkka Y. Thank you 😊
💎💎💎...Great info!!! Thank u.