DOCUMENTS AND PROCEDURES FOR BUYING A CONDO IN THAILAND

Having plenty of great offers for buying a condo in Thailand, an investor may be puzzled about the documents and procedures needed to make a deal according to the government regulations. If interested in this type of residential property, the most common choice is purchasing a freehold unit. By Thai law, foreigners can’t exceed a [...]

SIX TYPES OF HOUSES IN THAILAND: WHAT MAKES THEM DIFFERENT?

In Thailand there are mainly six types of residential properties available to Thais and foreigners. A condominium, or condo, is a building that can be separated into units for individual ownership and which include personal and common properties. Usually, the units are also called condos. They can be bought or rented from the owners or [...]

TRENDS AND TIPS TO RENT OUT A CONDO IN BANGKOK

The residential type of condominiums in Thailand is continuingly growing in popularity for more than 10 years now. The market is appealing not only to Thais but also to foreigner buyers. Despite the USA-China trade war, the Thai Baht’s strengthening and the oversupply in Bangkok condo market, investing in real estate is still a good [...]

HOW TO CHOOSE A CONDO IN BANGKOK? – PART 2

Note: For those who have missed part 1, click here After deciding which project to choose, a buyer needs to consider the floor of the unit, whether on low-rise or high-rise condominium. The higher, the more it will cost. Higher floor units offer a better view and have less street noise pollution. Rents are more [...]

HOW TO CHOOSE A CONDO IN BANGKOK? – PART 1

Bangkok is an international metropolis constantly reshaping itself due to economic and infrastructure development. Alongside progress, a multitude of condo projects scattered throughout the city is creating immense opportunities for Thai and foreigner property investors. When it comes to buying a condo, it is commonly said that location is of paramount importance in ensuring a successful [...]

Chiang Mai an Equally Favorable Destination for Thais, Foreigners & Retirees

Ranked as one of the most livable cities in Asia, Chiang Mai is located on the northern part of Thailand surrounded by mountains and wild nature. It is one of the most inexpensive and cooler regions of the country. People who settle here tend to prefer a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle in a pure inland region. In [...]

Pursuit of Education Appeals Chinese Buyers to Invest in Thailand

People’s Republic of China (PRC) is an emerging superpower whose global presence and influence become sufficiently more noticed in recent years. Bilateral relations with many countries are being anchored by massive Chinese investment, which is leading to a global economic shift from West to East. Furthermore, the project “One Belt One Road”, or the Chinese [...]

Thailand a Safe Haven for Affordable Housing Investments Abroad?

“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now,” Confucius say. Applying this old Chinese proverb to the real estate market, one perceives it’s never late to get into the business. In other words, it would be better if buying a property long ago, because it would [...]

Pros & Cons of Investing in High-Rise vs. Low-Rise Condominium Projects

Whenever someone wants to buy a condo in the city, he or she may need to choose between a high-rise and a low-rise building. Some people buy for their living. Others buy for investment. High-rise condominiums offer a broad array of living options than their low-rise counterpart. On the other hand, purchasing in a low-rise [...]