Living in Phuket

Find out about freehold property ownership in Thailand. This article aims to help buyers of property in Phuket differentiate between freehold and leasehold and why, if given the choice, they should always choose freehold over leasehold in Thailand.

This article provides everything you need to know about moving to and living on the beautiful tropical island of Phuket. From shopping, schools, sport and recreational facilities to its wonderful beaches, yachting and diving, this guide has it all.

This article helps to explain the 30+30+30 lease contract. If you are thinking of buying a leasehold property in Thailand, whether a villa or condominium unit, it pays to do some research to find out exactly what you are buying with this kind of perceived ownership.

If you are thinking about buying a condominium in Phuket, this article will guide you through the entire process. From finding the best lawyers, the selection process, what to look out for, advice on paying deposits, how to transfer money and how the purchase procedure works. This guide has everything you'll need to know.

Buying a property in a foreign country can be a daunting task. But if you have a plan then things can go that much more smoothly. Here are some excellent tips to make sure that happens if you are considering a condo investment in Phuket. So here are 8 tips that can help to remove the stress from your condo search, and make everything go more smoothly.

If you are a discerning buyer looking for a solid investment or home in the tropics, here are some excellent reasons why buying a Phuket condo makes sense.

Choosing the perfect area for you is important when considering buying a home or investing in Phuket property. It is all beautiful, but some areas are simply not pragmatic for some people. This guide looks at every possible area available to you and helps you make a logical and informed decision on which area suits you best.

The Kathu Valley has grown in popularity over the last few years. Its proximity to Patong and Phuket Town make it attractive to many residents, and even some tourists. It is probably the best location on the island for golf courses, as well as international schools and shopping malls.

If you have a boat or love the yachting scene, then you'll love living right in amongst it all at one of Phuket's two main marinas. The Boat Lagoon and The Royal Phuket Marina are now firmly established as the island's most popular marinas to live in. There are plenty of choices for anyone seeking a home next to the water.

Nai Yang is one of Phuket's quieter beaches. For anyone looking for a more laid back feel with less people, more trees and is a shorter distance to the airport it is worth looking at some of the new developments taking place in the area.

Patong is Phuket's number one entertainment centre and most certainly has more energy than anywhere else on the island. Its fast pace attracts by far the largest amount of tourists and so investors in property here will always see a good return on their investment.

If you love to be away from people, then Phuket’s Northeast is probably as far away from the crowds you are ever going to find on the island. The pace of development is much slower here but we are seeing the ocasional new condo or villa project appear in the area.