7 Essential Steps for Buying Litigation-Free Land in Ghana.
Victor Owusu Asante, a legal and real estate expert, has outlined seven crucial steps to ensure a litigation-free land acquisition in Ghana. In an interview with Graphic Online, he emphasized due diligence and professional assistance to avoid common land disputes.Identify the Seller: Confirm the seller's identity and status—individual, company, foreigner, or Ghanaian.Engage a Licensed Surveyor: Visit the land with your own surveyor to confirm coordinates and generate an independent site plan.Conduct Official Searches: Use the Lands Commission's consolidated search system to check the land's status, whether public, family, or stool land.Litigation Search: Investigate the land's legal status at local courts to confirm it’s free from disputes.Check Land Zoning: Verify the land’s zoning with the Land Use and Spatial Planning Authority (LUSPA) to ensure compatibility with your intended use.Review Search Reports: Hire a real estate lawyer to analyze reports before proceeding.Finalize […]
