David DELHANTY

AI-driven luxury real estate trends in 2025 – futuristic digital technology enhancing high-end property marketing

The Future of Real Estate: How AI is Transforming Luxury Living

The Future of Real Estate: How AI is Transforming Luxury Living AI: Already Embedded in Everyday Life Artificial intelligence is not a distant concept; it is already deeply integrated into everyday life, often without people even realising it. From personalised recommendations on social media to AI-powered search engines, intelligent algorithms shape much of what we …

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Thailand casino legalisation: Potential impact on Phuket’s real estate market and investment opportunities.

Thailand Moves Towards Legalising Casinos: A Game-Changer for the Economy

Thailand Moves Towards Legalising Casinos: A Game-Changer for the Economy Recently announced on many reputable news outlets including Reuters, Thailand is on the verge of a major economic shift as plans to legalise casino-entertainment complexes move closer to reality. With the government approving a bill in principle, these large-scale projects are set to transform key …

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Luxury villa with ocean view in Koh Samui, Thailand – ideal for rental investment

Koh Samui Property: A Guide to Rental Investment

Koh Samui is one of Thailand’s most desirable locations for property investment, particularly for those seeking rental income. With its picturesque beaches, warm climate, and growing tourism sector, the island presents strong opportunities for investors who choose the right properties and manage them effectively. This guide explores the key factors that influence rental returns, from …

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Luxury villa for sale, Phuket

Phuket Luxury Villa for Sale: Key Points for Investors

Phuket Luxury Villa for Sale: Key Points for Investors Phuket’s rise as Thailand’s premier luxury real estate destination has been shaped by consistent infrastructure development, excellent international air connectivity, high-net-worth investment, and a resilient tourism-led economy. In this article, we highlight the key points for investors looking for luxury villas for sale in Phuket. Phuket’s …

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Exit strategy for overseas property

Overseas Property Investment: The Importance of Exit Strategies

Overseas Property Investment: The Importance of Exit Strategies When investing in overseas property, most buyers focus on entry—choosing the right location, securing the best price, and maximising rental yield. However, equally important is planning an effective exit strategy. Whether you intend to sell for profit, pass the property to heirs, or liquidate assets in a …

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Property ownership in Thailand, a house and a condo building

Thailand Property Sales: Why Many Transactions Are Not Officially Recorded

Thailand’s residential resort property markets, including Phuket, Koh Samui, and Pattaya, are dominated by foreign buyers, yet official real estate transaction statistics fail to reflect the true volume of sales. This is primarily due to the widespread use of corporate holding structures, which have long been the preferred method for foreigners to acquire property in …

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Phuket and Samui market dynamics

Phuket and Koh Samui: Property Dynamics (2024-2025)

While both Phuket and Koh Samui are thriving real estate markets, recent, more strict enforcement of the law, specifically the Land Code Act, has caused a noticeable divergence in property ownership dynamics. In 2024, the Thai government intensified its crackdown on non-compliant Thai companies used to hold the freehold of villas, a move that has …

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Phuket building

Phuket: Construction Now Permitted on Land at an Altitude of 80 Metres

Recent changes to Phuket’s building regulations, which took effect on December 14th, 2024, have created new possibilities for hillside development across the island. A Cabinet decision has repealed the longstanding restriction on construction above 80 metres, allowing developments in designated areas up to 140 metres above sea level. This move is expected to create significant …

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