Useful articles about real estate, investments and life in Phuket. No fluff, just practice.
Legal9 minIrina Korotkaya's detailed guide: how a booking fee differs from a deposit, the refund rules built into the OCPB standard, when the fee is refunded in full, plus a contract checklist before you pay.
Legal9 minCommon area fee and sinking fund are two different owner payments in Thailand. Formulas, worked examples, the impact on rental returns and a checklist to verify a project before booking.
USS George H.W. Bush and the destroyer USS Delbert D. Black arrive at Cape Panwa on October 5, 2026: 5,000+ sailors, reinforced patrols in Patong and millions of baht for the island economy.
guides6 minComparing two new projects on Phuket's west coast: KUARTZ in Karon (400 m to the beach, 180 apartments) and FIZZ in Kata (700 m to the beach, 130 apartments). Vote — and be among the first to get prices and floor plans.
Market7 minThe key Phuket market news for September 22–28: 13,779 new properties worth ฿176.5 billion, a push into the Middle East market, air taxis and drones, and the undecided fate of the Mai Khao Expo site — and what it all means for a property buyer.
guides7 minBang Tao or Layan: where is it better to buy a new development in Phuket? An honest comparison of both areas — infrastructure, tenants, rental yield — and why "quieter and more expensive" does not always mean "more profitable".
Investment7 minUsing a concrete example, we break down what hides behind a developer's "7% guaranteed rental yield" promise: the calculation base, hidden conditions and what must be written into the contract.
Investment5 minTwo new projects are launching soon on Phuket's west coast: KUARTZ in Karon (400 m to the sea, 180 apartments, sea views from the 6th floor) and FIZZ in Kata (700 m to the sea, 130 apartments). Why the first allocation matters most at launch — and how to get layouts and prices first.
Investment8 minKaron is one of Phuket's popular areas, but proximity to the beach doesn't guarantee a successful rental. We break down what really matters: actual walking access, your target guest, the short-term rental licence, net economics and an exit plan.
Investment7 minLake Residences has launched a long-term installment plan running until 2032: 60% is paid during construction, and 40% after completion in equal quarterly installments. We break down the program terms (25% + 35% + 40%), who it suits, and what to check in the contract before signing.
Investment7 min"30% down, the rest interest-free until completion." Why a baht-priced unit can still get more expensive for the buyer: currency risk, bank fees, and what to check in the payment schedule before booking.
Legal8 minTwo identical apartments in a price list: one Foreign Freehold, one Leasehold and cheaper. What legally separates the two deals: the 49% quota, documenting your money transfer, the 30-year lease and the 30+30+30 scheme.
Market8 minRussians bought 842 condos in Thailand in six months, becoming the second-largest foreign buyer group. Foreign buyers turned more cautious, Bali and Phuket got a direct flight, and the island welcomed nearly 7 million visitors. Here is what all of it means for a property buyer.
Market14 minOff-plan condos in Phuket are usually cheaper; completed ones are more predictable. We break down the real differences: instalment plans and unit choice versus verifying the property before the deal, handover delay risks, the hidden cost of waiting, and 7 criteria for a fair comparison of two properties.
guides11 minWhy two nearly identical condos in one Phuket project differ by ฿2M — and what actually protects that premium: protected sea views, the land in front of the building, the 2026 draft city plan and the risk of losing the panorama.
guides8 minFive cost items buyers often forget before paying a booking: title transfer fees, maintenance, the sinking fund, furnishing and banking costs. How to calculate the full budget of buying a Phuket condo.
Market14 minA closer look at VIBE Residence Karon as a tourist-rental asset: location, management, running costs, competition and personal use.
Legal14 minHow Freehold and Leasehold differ in Thailand, how condos, villas, land and buildings are titled, and which documents to check before signing the deal.
guides15 minWhy two condos in Bang Tao can offer a completely different quality of life and investment outcome. We break down beach access, traffic, future construction, infrastructure and competition.
Living in Phuket5 minJungle House clients get a free private transfer from Phuket Airport. We meet you on arrival and arrange a comfortable ride to your accommodation.
Investment13 minThe Title Cielo Rawai is 97.1% complete, with handover stated for September 2026. We analyse what is more interesting for an investor: buying at launch or almost at handover — risks, prices, rental and liquidity.
Market11 minWhat changes in Thailand in September 2026: visa-free entry, Phuket's development, wellness and infrastructure. What property buyers should consider.
Legal10 minWhich documents to check before a deposit for a condo or villa in Phuket: land, permits, the SPA, the form of ownership and the investment model.
guides10 minWhy budget alone is not enough to select property in Phuket. We break down four buying scenarios: investment, living, second home and resale.
Market8 minNew projects on Phuket rose by 44.8% while completed apartments fell by 56.8%. We break down six market news stories and what they mean for a buyer.
Living in Phuket3 minOn August 30, the main day of the Phuket round of Toyota Gazoo Racing Thailand 2026 takes over Sapan Hin park: five One Make Race heats, exhibition runs and an evening concert.
Living in Phuket3 minUntil September 10, Por Tor — the Hungry Ghost Festival — takes place in Phuket Town: red Ang Ku cakes, ceremonies, Por Tor Kong shrine, and event dates.
Living in Phuket13 minHow to choose an apartment in Phuket for a specific scenario: a vacation, a family relocation, or combining personal use with rental.
Investment12 minWhy promised yield, cashback, and quick resale sometimes don't work — and how to check the calculations and terms before buying property in Phuket.
Investment14 minHow to assess apartment liquidity in Phuket before buying: competition with new builds, assignment, the secondary market, and the investor's exit scenario.
Investment16 minA close look at Laya Resort in Phuket: what the Radisson brand gives you, how Rental Pool works, why a hotel licence matters, and what to check before buying.
Market12 minForeign demand, Christie’s, hotel prices, nominee checks and EDC Thailand: what the week's Phuket news means for property buyers.
Living in Phuket15 minWhy Phuket stops being a holiday and becomes a place for permanent life. We examine how the tourist view gives way to a resident's view, when the thought "I want a place of my own here" appears, and how to choose property for real life.
Investment16 minWhat to do if a developer delays the handover of your Phuket apartment? We break down the buyer's options: waiting, replacing the unit, ready property, and contract termination.
Investment16 minWe break down the hidden costs of buying an apartment in Phuket: CAM Fee, Sinking Fund, management, utilities, vacancy, taxes, and repairs. We calculate the real cost of a 6-million-baht property.
Investment16 minA breakdown of the Rental Pool 70/30 formula: what actually determines an owner's income, which costs are deducted before distribution, and what to verify in the contract before buying.
Investment13 minWe break down AYANA Heights in Phuket: the value of a sea view, the Layan location, price per m², infrastructure, costs, rental and resale prospects.
Market9 minForeign demand, Indian tourists, a low-season programme, the wellness trend and beach safety. The week’s key points on the Phuket property market — and what they mean for a buyer.
guides12 minPrices and layouts are easy to find online. Here is what a local agent actually knows about districts, developers, yield, management and resale of property in Phuket.
Investment9 min18% looks convincing. But behind one number may hide very different income models, risks and costs. Here's what to count instead of the advertised percentage.
guides11 minA client wanted to invest in a Phuket apartment for the yield. But the right questions showed he really needed a second home that also generates income. How to avoid buying the wrong property — a breakdown of the key criteria.
Living in Phuket11 minHow to choose a district and property in Phuket for a family: school, commute, infrastructure, layout, seasonality and surroundings.
Legal12 minA glossy render shows what a project could look like. The documents show whether it can actually be built as promised. A breakdown of the 5 groups of documents Jungle House verifies before a client pays a deposit: land, permits, EIA, contract and ownership form.
Living in Phuket4 minOnly one sea-view one-bedroom apartment remains in Vibe Residence Karon. The price is exactly 10,000,000 THB. Once it is sold, no comparable listing will be left in the complex.
Market12 minLayan Verde is easy to sell on emotion: biophilic architecture, scale, a location near Layan beach. We look at what remains once you remove the renders — and what to check before booking: ownership form, full cost of ownership, the management model and realistic income after expenses.
Market5 minRising supply, resilient luxury segment, pickier rental market and a new Phuket Town park — the week's key Phuket real estate news.
guides12 minThousands of new condos hit Phuket every year. We break down how to vet the project, developer, yield and liquidity before you buy.
guides10 minReceiving the keys is not the end of the deal — it is the start of operations. We break down what apartment management in Phuket actually involves: preparation, presentation, pricing, tenant relations, and financial reporting. Plus seven questions to ask a management company before signing.
Investment9 minA closer look at "up to 18%" advertising: which base the percentage is calculated on, gross vs. net yield, what the contract actually guarantees, and which questions to ask the developer. An investor checklist inside.
Investment4 minНовый комплекс в Сурине от Sansiri. Старт стройки — май 2026, сдача — конец 2027. Вся иностранная квота на фрихолд уже распродана. У Jungle House есть один юнит по переуступке с сохранением статуса foreign freehold.
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