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Are you looking to move into the country of smiles and buy a property? Before to purchase a property in Thailand you need to be aware of few points

So far, with less than 3500 cases and only 56 deaths, Thailand is amongst the countries the least impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Part of the reason is that people have been wearing masks and practicing social distancing since the very start of the Coronavirus outbreak. As a result, a lot of European of american customers are willing to take the leap and come to live in Thailand.

Legend has it that if one drives on Sukhumvit Road from Nana straight east, one can go all the way to Pattaya. However truth is stronger than fiction as Sukhumvit Road stops 400km beyond that, right at the Cambodian border! The Sukhumvit area as we know it though is mostly located between the Nana & Bangna areas of Bangkok. We chose for you 6 amazing and reasonably priced properties along Sukhumvit!

The current economic circumstances affecting worldwide property markets have also had an impact on Bangkok, resulting in slowing demand. New developments offering high-end condominiums in price ranges exceeding 250,000 THB / Sq.m (about 7,500 €) and featuring small unit sizes (35 Sq.m for a 1 bedroom, 55 Sq.m for a 2 bedrooms) have been particularly affected by this downward trend. Therefore, the resale property market has become a realistic opportunity for investors.

According to a 2014 study conducted by researchers of the University of Canterbury in New Zealand, living in a property with a sea view has a positive impact on your physical and mental health. The study even shows that people who live by the sea are less stressed than those living in large cities and even in the countryside!

The second-hand property market is a vibrant one and can be a good opportunity for astute investors. These 4 apartments are all located in well-maintained old buildings close to a subway station and offer great value for money.

The PhromPhong district has become one of Bangkok's most popular and dynamic areas. Investors can expect a 3% to 5% capital gain per year and a yearly rental yield of around 5%. Phromphong is popular with all expatriates, especially the Japanese community and the Thai middle class.

Globally renowned for its unparalleled tourism offer, Thailand is also a land of exceptional business opportunities, in particular regarding real estate in Bangkok, a vibrant capital that counts on bricks and mortar investments to fuel its future economic growth.

It is well-known in real estate, haste makes waste. Buying a property requires to plan and to think about it. This is all the more true when it comes to purchase abroad. Thailand is no exception. It is therefore recommended to be well-advised to avoid any disappointment. Here are a few tips and traps that you should keep in mind to get you started.