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Understanding the Ghana Real Estate Agency Act, 2020 (Act 1047)
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Understanding the Ghana Real Estate Agency Act, 2020 (Act 1047)

This article provides an overview of the Ghana Real Estate Agency Act, 2020 (Act 1047), highlighting...

Mar 18, 2026 • 1 min read
INCOME TAX ACT, 2015 (ACT 896) AS AMENDED
Tenant Education

INCOME TAX ACT, 2015 (ACT 896) AS AMENDED

A comprehensive overview of the Income Tax Act, 2015 (Act 896) as amended, highlighting its key prov...

Mar 18, 2026 • 1 min read
Ghana's Rent Control Law of 1986 (PNDC 138)
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Ghana's Rent Control Law of 1986 (PNDC 138)

Explore the key aspects of Ghana's Rent Control Law of 1986, including its implications for landlord...

Mar 16, 2026 • 1 min read

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Ghana Rent Bill, 2023
Rent Mar 16, 2026

Ghana Rent Bill, 2023

Explore the 2023 Rent Bill and its implications for tenants and landlords. Download the PDF for detailed insights.

Emmanuel Preko Boamah • 1 min read • 108 views
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Ghana Rent Act 1963 (Act 220)
Rent Mar 15, 2026

Ghana Rent Act 1963 (Act 220)

The Ghana Rent Act 1963 (Act 220) plays a crucial role in regulating rental agreements, protecting both landlords and tenants. This article delves into its key provisions and implications for the real estate market.

Emmanuel Preko Boamah • 1 min read • 122 views
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Rent Commissioner Warns Agents: Charging Double Commission Is a Crime in Ghana
Rent Mar 7, 2026

Rent Commissioner Warns Agents: Charging Double Commission Is a Crime in Ghana

I heard from someone that Ghana’s Acting Rent Commissioner, Frederick Opoku, has issued a stern warning to property agents: charging tenants double commission or demanding illegal fees is a criminal offence under Ghana’s Rent Act. The law clearly states that agents can only charge 5% commission, payable by landlords—not tenants. This warning is meant to protect renters from exploitation and ensure fairness in the housing market.

Emmanuel Preko Boamah • 2 min read • 88 views
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The Landlord, the Agent, and Ghana Rent Link
Rent Feb 1, 2026

The Landlord, the Agent, and Ghana Rent Link

He trusted an agent with his house — and unknowingly, with his son’s life. A landlord agreed to rent his property at GHS350 per month so he could pay his sick son’s medical bills. But the agent secretly increased the rent to GHS600, delaying the deal until it was too late.

Emmanuel Preko Boamah • 3 min read • 109 views
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