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Luxury Villas for Sale in Phuket vs. Koh Samui: How Do the Finest Compare?

When it comes to luxury villas for sale in Phuket and Koh Samui, both islands offer stunning high-end villas. In this article, we conduct a direct price-based comparison, evaluating the most expensive villa in Koh Samui (Villa Amaze) against Trisara Villa 17 in Phuket, which falls within the same price bracket. This ensures a fair, …

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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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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 A Cabinet decision has repealed the longstanding restriction on construction above 80 metres, allowing developments in designated areas up to 140 metres above sea level.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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Phuket Real Estate

Thailand’s Proposed Tax on Foreign Income: Predicted Impact on Phuket Real Estate

In this article, we will explore Thailand’s proposed changes to its tax laws, which may require individuals residing in Thailand for over 180 days to pay tax on foreign income, even if that income is not brought into the country. While the draft law is still in the early stages, we will focus on its …

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Thailand property

Update on Proposed 99-Year Land Lease Law for Foreigners in Thailand

According to the Bangkok Post, the Thai government’s proposal to extend land lease periods for foreigners to 99 years is currently under review, with key legal amendments needed before any significant progress can be made. On June 18, 2024, the Ministry of Interior, which oversees the Department of Lands, was authorised to study the feasibility …

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Koh Samui

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin Promises New Cruise Terminal in Koh Samui

During his visit to Koh Samui from April 7th, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin promised that a new cruise terminal, with a total investment of 12.172 billion baht, will be approved by the Cabinet this year. This visit is part of his official trip to Koh Samui and Nakhon Si Thammarat, which spans from Saturday to …

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Spain

Proposed Ending of the Spanish Golden Visa Scheme

On April 15th, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the winding down of the Spanish Golden Visa scheme, sparking a wave of discussions and concerns about its impact on potential expatriates and property investors, especially Britons, interested in relocating to Spain. This decision, framed by the government as a move to quell property speculation and …

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Mallorca

New Regulations for Real Estate Agents in the Balearic Islands

New Regulations for Real Estate Agents in the Balearic Islands Mandatory Register Introduced to Enhance Transparency After years of advocacy by COAPI (Official Association of Real Estate Agents in the Balearics) and ABINI (Association of National and International Real Estate Agents), a new law has been passed to enforce stricter regulations in the Balearic property …

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Phuket

Phuket’s Special City Status: A Game-Changer for the Property Market?

Proposal for Phuket’s ‘Special City’ Status Phuket is on the path to becoming a ‘Special City,’ a transformation that could bring it in line with Bangkok and major economic hubs like Rayong, Chon Buri, and Chachoengsao. Mayor Saroj Angkanapilas has presented a compelling case to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, advocating for a governance structure that …

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