David DELHANTY

When I was recently discussing with an agent on the ground in Phuket about the most suitable options for a villa client with a mid-range budget, the crux of the conversation was that he would be better off exploring freehold condominium options as an alternative, due to the uncertainty and complexities of corporate holding structures, …

Phuket Condos: A Secure Asset in Unpredictable Times Read More »

As another clear indication of the totally unpredictable nature of the current U.S. administration, yesterday (just halfway through the 90-day pause on its proposed global tariff increases, a period that was supposed to keep any changes in check) the government threatened to impose a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union. Blaming a lack …

Koh Samui Property in a Changing World Read More »

Even before the United States launched its sweeping new tariffs in early April, 2025 was already emerging as a year defined by instability. The foundations of investor confidence were under pressure well before trade disputes escalated. The tariffs, while dramatic, are just the latest expression of a broader trend – a world in which volatility …

Phuket Property in 2025: Tariffs, Economic Shifts, and Legal Uncertainty Read More »

Since returning to office in January, Donald Trump has taken a radically aggressive stance on global trade. He named 2 April “Liberation Day” and announced sweeping reciprocal and protective tariffs targeting every major trading partner. Although tariffs had long been discussed as a cornerstone of the US administration’s policy, few analysts expected the enacted measures …

US Tariffs and Mallorca Property: What Will It Mean for Prices? Read More »