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Condo buyers switch priorities post-quake
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 26/06/2025
» Since the March 28 earthquake, construction standards and developer accountability have become the top priorities among homebuyers, with prospective condo buyers wishing to establish whether a potential home is able to stand up to a quake while seeking to identify the contractor.
Quelling the tremors of March 28
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 07/06/2025
» The earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28 sent tremors through many high-rise buildings in Bangkok, shaking not just the structures but also buyer confidence, if only briefly.
Call for free insurance to restore condo confidence
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 24/04/2025
» Condo developers should offer free insurance for unsold inventory or units scheduled for transfer to restore buyer confidence and lift revenue, as the earthquake last month shook consumer trust, according to property analysts.
Condo buyers appraise developers following quake
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 21/04/2025
» Condo buyers have become more cautious, selecting developers that act responsibly and respond effectively to crises after the recent earthquake raised safety concerns in Bangkok's high-rise condo market.
Sena to extend LivNext scheme
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/04/2025
» SET-listed developer Sena Development is planning to extend its rent-to-own scheme to low-rise houses and rebuild buyer confidence in high-rise condos in the aftermath of the earthquake, which severely impacted Bangkok's condo market.
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.
Construction sector faces post-quake challenges
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 08/04/2025
» The construction sector, one of three industries affected by the March 28 earthquake, may benefit from post-quake repair work, but faces stricter bidding rules and a slowdown in condo development, according to a research centre.
Sansiri supports several projects
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 03/02/2025
» Sansiri Plc has reinforced its leadership in sustainable property development by earning an AAA SET ESG rating in 2024, building on its consistent inclusion in the Thailand Sustainability Investment index since 2020.
Condo association pushes for added state assistance
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 16/01/2025
» This year should be a challenging one for the residential property market, carrying over from a sluggish 2024 as insufficient domestic demand and a lack of structural support for foreign demand persist, says the Thai Condominium Association.
Developers look to shareholders for loans
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 05/08/2024
» Listed residential developers have sought to retain and raise cash by avoiding new costs, borrowing short-term loans from major shareholders, and selling assets to mitigate risks amid difficulties in the financial market and limited mortgage loan approvals.