Ghana Courts Diaspora: Real Estate as the Best Investment Bet.
At the inaugural Ghana-Diaspora Home Purchase Expo held in Accra, Ghanaians and Africans living abroad were urged to consider real estate investments as a top financial opportunity. Speakers emphasized that owning property in Ghana provides better returns compared to traditional investments like bonds or stocks.The two-day expo, themed “Our Homes, Our Investment, Our Heritage”, aimed to connect diaspora investors with experts in property development, financial institutions, and legal advisors. Companies such as Devtraco Woodlands, Jade Homes, and Royal Golf View Luxury Apartments were among the exhibitors.Tax consultant Fred Awutey highlighted that property investments in Ghana come with significant tax benefits since properties are not taxed until sold. Meanwhile, finance expert Felix Kyei-Mensah noted that Ghana’s stable economy, favorable business climate, and high rental yields—ranging between 7% and 12% annually—make it an unmatched choice in West Africa.Legal expert Alex Osei-Owusu emphasized […]
