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Residential index hits record low in Q1
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 15/07/2025
» The Thailand Overall Residential Market Index (TORMI) fell to its lowest level since the index was introduced in 2021 in the first quarter of 2025, even dropping below the levels recorded during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC).
Greater Bangkok property demand surges in Q1
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 04/07/2025
» Confidence among prospective homebuyers in Greater Bangkok surged in the first quarter of this year, reaching its highest level since tracking began in the fourth quarter of 2023, driven by interest rate cuts and the temporary easing of loan-to-value (LTV) rules.
SC Asset Corporation touts extending foreign leaseholds
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 18/06/2025
» With the residential market expected to contract for at least three years, Thailand should restore foreign tourist confidence to drive economic growth and extend leasehold ownership to at least 60 years to attract international buyers, according to SET-listed developer SC Asset Corporation.
Thanasiri retains revenue growth target
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 30/04/2025
» MAI-listed developer Thanasiri Group has maintained its 15% revenue growth target this year, supported by the launch of a new upper-end low-rise housing project that is expected to capitalise on strong demand and high purchasing power in this segment.
US tariffs to keep Thai housing in doldrums
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 29/04/2025
» Despite the reduction in transfer and mortgage fees and the easing of loan-to-value (LTV) limits, the housing market will continue to slow as consumers hold back spending amid economic uncertainties caused by US tariffs.
Banks highlight methods to reduce mortgage rejections
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 17/04/2025
» Clearing debts, disclosing all sources of income, preparing documents and avoiding rushed applications can reduce the mortgage rejection rate, which rose to an average of 45% in the first quarter, according to financial institutions.
Mortgage rejection rates expected to remain high
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 10/04/2025
» Mortgage rejection rates are anticipated to remain elevated due to persistent global economic headwinds, though eased loan-to-value (LTV) limits and lower fees may help support a recovery in the housing market, according to banks and developers.
Thailand approves property fee cuts
Reuters, Published on 08/04/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a cut in ownership transfer and mortgage registration fees to support Thailand's ailing property sector, a deputy finance minister said.
Paopoom: Stimulus to prop up real estate
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/04/2025
» The relaxation of loan-to-value (LTV) measures combined with reduced transfer and mortgage registration fees should help expand both demand and supply in the real estate sector this year, says Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul.
Home loan easing likely to disappoint
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 03/04/2025
» The recent easing of loan-to-value (LTV) limits may not boost residential transfers and sales as much as expected, particularly after last week's earthquake in Myanmar impacted the high-rise condo market.