The Paddy blog
Straight answers about renting in Ghana, neighbourhood guides, and advice for landlords.
Advance rent in Ghana, explained
What advance rent means, how much landlords can ask for, and how to plan for it.
Paddy · 1 Nov 2026 · 5 min read
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Renting tips
What to check before you say yes to a home
Water, power, security and paperwork: a checklist for every viewing.
31 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
Neighbourhood guides
East Legon vs Madina: where to rent on your budget
Rent, getting around and daily life in each.
30 Oct 2026 · 7 min read
Renting tips
How to spot a fake rental listing
The warning signs, and how Paddy reviews every listing first.
29 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
For landlords
How to take listing photos that rent faster
Light, angles and the rooms renters want to see first.
27 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Neighbourhood guides
Renting near the University of Ghana
Areas, budgets and transport for students and staff.
26 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
For landlords
What happens when Paddy reviews your listing
What we check, what we ask for, and how long it takes.
25 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
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