Buying Property in Bali: The Ultimate Guide

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Bali is one of the most popular resort destinations in the world and is famous for its unique culture and beaches. People from all over the world decide to invest in real estate, or even settle here full-time.

Saying that the Bali property market has performed well in the past decade is an understatement, something we will review later in this article.

However, Indonesia is also notorious for having some of the most unfavorable foreign property ownership regulations in Asia. Before you invest in Bali real estate, you must get your feet wet, learn about local regulations, and work with credible partners.

In this article, we cover the basics when property in Bali.

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Top Real Estate Websites in Hong Kong: An Overview

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Hong Kong has the most expensive and one of the most active real estate markets in the world. Prices have gone through the rough and the average home price is now around USD 1.2 million, which is kind of amazing.

Riding the wave of this growing real estate market, we have seen multiple websites popping up that focus on helping locals. Not only do the portals provide guides and advice, but often list units for sale or rent.

In this article, we take a closer look at the top real estate websites available and what makes each of them unique.

If you have any other recommendations of real estate websites available, feel free to write a comment at the bottom of the article.

1. Squarefoot

real estate portal in Hong Kong is a leading real estate portal in Hong Kong that provides much valuable information to readers that look for real estate in Hong Kong.

Buyer’s guides, first home recommendations, luxury home information, property news, and topics around interior design. Continue reading Top Real Estate Websites in Hong Kong: An Overview

How to Buy Property in Yokohama: The Definitive Guide

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Investors are moving firmly towards the Yokohama property market as Tokyo has gone increasingly expensive over the years.

In fact, Yokohama is an overlooked city that is getting more and more appreciated, not only by locals but also foreigners.

With an increasing population, the demand will stay relatively high, compared to many other cities in Japan.

Before you invest in Yokohama property, you must get your feet wet and learn about the property market and buying regulations for foreigners.

In this article, we share valuable information with property buyers who are interested in the Yokohama real estate market.

Topics covered:

  • The Yokohama Property Market
  • Where should I buy property in Yokohama?
  • Real Estate Agents in Yokohama

The Yokohama property market

Yokohama is the second-largest city in Japan in terms of population, but the most populous in terms of density. Continue reading How to Buy Property in Yokohama: The Definitive Guide

Top China Real Estate Websites: An Overview

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The Chinese are well-known for buying real estate overseas in countries like the US, Australia, Thailand, and the UK, just to mention a few.

Yet, China also has a massive domestic real estate market that has grown remarkably in the past 20 years.

Locals predominantly look for real estate in China, a few foreigners too, primarily for personal reasons.

A question many ask is what the biggest real estate websites in China are. Some believe that Zillor is available in China, which is not.

Instead, you have to turn to local real estate platforms that most foreigners haven’t heard of. In this article, we review the biggest real estate websites in China, explaining what makes them all unique.

1. Fang.com

Fang simply translates to room in Chinese and is one of the leading online real estate platforms. The company focuses on marketing real estate in mainland China and has around 65 offices, covering 658 cities. Continue reading Top China Real Estate Websites: An Overview

How to Buy Property in Nha Trang: A Complete Guide

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Many foreigners buy condominium units or villas for retirement or holiday purposes in Nha Trang.

Compared to Da Nang, the city relies heavily on tourism and doesn’t have as much commercial activity as Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, and Hai Phuong.

Its relaxed vibe, tasty seafood, and low real estate prices make Nha Trang one of the prime options for real estate buyers. Before you buy real estate here, you must get your feet first though.

In this article, we review some of the most important topics for foreign real estate buyers.

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  • Nha Trang as a Tourist Destination
  • Buying Villas in Nha Trang
  • Buying a Condo in Nha Trang
  • Realtors in Nha Trang

Nha Trang as a Tourist Destination

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Nha Trang is slightly smaller than Da Nang and the 6th biggest city in Vietnam with a population of around 600,000. Being located between Ho Chi Minh and Da Nang has other major cities just around the corner. Continue reading How to Buy Property in Nha Trang: A Complete Guide

Buying a Condo in Phnom Penh: A Beginners Guide

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Phnom Penh is the capital and largest city in Cambodia. You can find most real estate investment opportunities here, no matter if you seek to buy condo units or commercial property.

While the real estate market slowed down during the pandemic, some believe that the market has much growth potentials in the coming decade.

In this article, we review the most important topics on how you can buy real estate in Phnom Penh as a foreigner.

Topics covered:

  • Property Ownership Regulations in Cambodia
  • Best Districts to Buy Condominium Units in Phnom Penh
  • Phnom Penh Real Estate Agents
  • Phnom Penh Real Estate Developers

Property Ownership Regulations in Cambodia

Foreigners can only buy strata-titled real estate on a freehold basis. Strata-titled properties can typically be found in branded condominium projects, and sometimes as commercial shophouses.

The same as for most other Southeast Asian countries, you cannot buy land here as a foreigner. Continue reading Buying a Condo in Phnom Penh: A Beginners Guide

Top China Real Estate Agencies: An Overview

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China has a massive real estate market and locals invest as much as two-thirds of their savings in real estate.

By comparison, US citizens invest around one-third in real estate, diversifying investments in different assets.

Due to its vast size, it’s hard to review China’s real estate market as a whole. Instead, many analysts review markets by cities and clusters.

While Shanghai has experienced a significantly overheated real estate market, cities like Wuhan have been promising.

If you’re a foreigner and plan to invest in Chinese real estate, you will most likely work with a local real estate agent.

While there are plenty of multinationals available, you can also find many small-sized agents.

In this article, we primarily review larger companies that help foreign investors with procurements of commercial and residential property. But, we will also review smaller agencies that can be suitable for individual buyers.

1. Savills China

Savills is one of the biggest real estate companies worldwide, having offices in most Asian countries. With 18 offices and more than 9,000 professionals in China, it deserves a top spot in this article. Continue reading Top China Real Estate Agencies: An Overview

How to Buy Land in China: A Complete Guide

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China is the fourth-biggest country in terms of land area, only behind Russia, Canada, and the US.

The country stretches all the way from Kazakhstan to the East China Sea, having everything from desserts, jungles, snow-covered mountains, and vast grass fields.

Over the years, land prices have increased significantly in the bigger cities and since China’s industrialization took off.

Through tendering programs, the government has allocated land plots to large-sized developers and conglomerates to build everything from residential complexes to factories.

Investing in land can indeed be lucrative, but it’s also a challenging task due to complex ownership regulations.

In this article, we will review the basics of how you can profit from China’s real estate market and if it’s even possible to buy land. Let’s get started.

Topics covered:

  • Can foreigners buy land in China?
  • Buying Land Through a Company
  • Property Taxes
  • FAQ

Can foreigners buy land in China?

Few Asian countries allow foreign land ownership and China is not an exception. Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Taiwan are the only options available. Some people count Singapore, and you can actually buy land here. Continue reading How to Buy Land in China: A Complete Guide

Buying Property in Penang: The Definitive Guide

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Malaysia was the only country that qualified into the list “the best countries to retire in as a foreigner”, made by Forbes.

When foreign property buyers look for real estate in Malaysia, Penang is one of the prime options. Here, you have access to newly built condominiums, as well as villas.

Property prices are significantly lower than the major cities in Australia, Mainland China, but also in Singapore and Hong Kong.

Before you buy property in Penang, it’s important that you get your feet wet and learn about local buying regulations, where to buy property, and more.

Topics covered in this article:

  • Minimum Property Investment Requirements in Penang
  • Where should I buy property in Penang?
  • Penang Real Estate Agents

Minimum Property Investment Requirements in Penang

The Malaysian Government has introduced minimum investment requirements as protective measures to protect local property buyers.

As described in my separate article about buying property in Malaysia, foreigners need to pay a minimum amount that differs between states. Continue reading Buying Property in Penang: The Definitive Guide

Top Airbnb Rental Management Companies in Australia: An Overview

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Australia has one of the most active real estate markets in the world, attracting many investors from Asia.

Over the years, the market has performed comparatively well and was less affected after the subprime crisis, for example.

Airbnb has sprung up as the most popular option for short-term rentals, a reason why more investors turn to the website. Yet many don’t reside in Australia or have the time to manage their rental units.

A preferred option is to utilize a third-party, so-called Airbnb rental management company to manage the unit for you.

In this article, we list some of the biggest and most popular companies that manage Airbnb units for property owners in Australia.

1. AirKeeper

AirKeeper is a renowned Airbnb rental management company that is located in Alexandria, NSW. The team comprises ten persons, with a long experience in the buy-to-let industry. Continue reading Top Airbnb Rental Management Companies in Australia: An Overview