A mix of confusion, panic and general widespread disbelief has spread amongst landlords and apartment operators in recent weeks, with the announcement of the new Thai Rental Law. This new set of regulations was announced in the Royal Gazette on Feb 16 and will come into effect on May 1st of this year. Thus leaving the Thai real estate industry…Read More
Bangkok is a bustling and vibrant metropolis, unfortunately when it comes to accommodation and housing the City has become a victim of its own success. Space comes at a premium in Bangkok, especially in the most popular neighborhoods (I.e. Phrom Phong, Thonglor, Silom, etc…). This is largely the result of Developers compromising on spacious layouts in return for higher return-on-investment.…Read More
With even 1-Bedders, in the trendiest neighborhoods such as Thonglor, Phrom Phong and Silom fetching up to 35,000 THB++ per month… Let’s face it, renting a condo in Central Bangkok can be surprisingly expensive. So is it possible to find cheaper rentals in Central Bangkok? Most, definitely! Bangkok’s accommodation options are extremely diverse and rental prices are not always dictated…Read More
Starting a property search in Bangkok can be a daunting and nerve racking experience. The city covers approximately 1500+ Square Kilometers, with hundreds of neighborhoods and literally thousands of condos and houses to choose from! Whether you are looking for an investment or simply a rental property, starting you search online is probably the wisest and most time efficient way…Read More
Central Bangkok, offers an incredibly appealing lifestyle from luxury malls, world-class eateries, to an eclectic collection of leisure venues such as hip cafes, trendy bars and clubs. Unfortunately living in the Capital’s prime areas such as Phrom Phong, Asoke, Ploenchit, and Silom does not come cheap. “Space comes at a premium” in the Capital, with 1-Bed Rental Condos in the…Read More
Pet Owners beware! Despite being an exciting and vibrant city to live and work, Bangkok offers notoriously limited Pet Friendly housing options. Usually due to their affordable nature and the convenient lifestyle they offer, Condos or Apartments are the obvious first choice for anyone looking to live in Central Bangkok. However, a vast majority of these buildings have strict restrictions…Read More
With its global presence in a total 65,000+ Cities, 191+ Countries and a total of 3+ Million Vacation Rentals, Airbnb is a phenomenon taking Thailand by storm! The simplicity of the turnkey service is proving incredibly attractive for condo landlords looking to generate extra-income. However Airbnb’s disruptive business model has placed it in direct opposition with several stakeholders notably the…Read More
Bangkok offers renters an overwhelming amount of choice! With literally hundreds of condos, apartments and neighborhoods to choose from, it is important NOT to get carried away. During your Property Search, stay calm and collected at all times; making sure not to throw “common sense” out of the window. Here are common pitfalls that you may come across in the…Read More
Bangkok’s unique lifestyle and charm, is in large part because of the City’s “Sois” (Thai word for Side Streets) that develop in webs alongside major commercial roads (I.e. Sukhumvit Road and Sathorn Road). These Sois often harbor tight-knit communities, relaxing environments and offer great work-life balance to its residents. This unique urban arrangement inadvertently produces residential pockets and even peaceful…Read More
Renting in Bangkok can be incredibly confusing, especially with the language gap, the dazzling multitude of accommodation options and lack of fixed rental standards! This guide was carefully edited and curated with the aim to give expats a complete overview of the rental process from “A-Z”. Peppered throughout this article, are links to additional resources that will help relocating expats…Read More