David DELHANTY

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 A Cabinet decision has repealed the longstanding restriction on construction above 80 metres, allowing developments in designated areas up to 140 metres above sea level.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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Choosing Between Phuket and Koh Samui for Your Property Investment

Phuket and Koh Samui are two of Thailand and Asia’s leading resort destinations, each offering unique opportunities for property investment. Both islands are renowned for their tropical charm, but they differ in infrastructure, property types, buyer preferences, and maturity. If you are considering buying a holiday home, rental investment, or a permanent residence, understanding the …

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