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After the beach boom
Spectrum, Surachet Kongcheep, Published on 22/07/2018
» The condominium market in Cha-am and Hua Hin has yet to recover from the over-exuberant building frenzy of a few years ago. Although some projects by listed developers have sold well and attracted a high degree of interest in the two beach towns south of Bangkok, they are relatively small in number.
Shaky law on Airbnb rentals
Spectrum, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 17/06/2018
» A court ruling on Airbnb in Hua Hin was meant to weaken sentiment among condo buyers who buy units to rent out on a daily basis. Yet the data shows the number of daily-leasing units continues to rise.
Townhouse revival
Spectrum, Surachet Kongcheep, Published on 27/05/2018
» The Bangkok residential market continues to be a lively one, with condominiums attracting most of the attention from developers and buyers alike. And while it's true that the market for single detached houses has been slowing, there will always be people who want a dwelling with some land, even if it's only a small plot. This helps explain the steady popularity of townhouses among price-conscious consumers.
Charm in the river bend
Spectrum, Aliwassa Pathnadabutr, Published on 13/05/2018
» Bangkok has no shortage of options when it comes to purchasing a condominium for use or investment, but the riverside has always been a favourite spot for both occupants and investors alike.
Second time around
Spectrum, Aliwassa Pathnadabutr, Published on 01/04/2018
» Residential condominium prices in prime downtown locations of Bangkok have been reaching new highs almost every six months for the past two years. The increases have driven the cost of ownership beyond the reach of many buyers, which has led to a renewed interest in well-located and well-maintained older buildings in comparably prime locations.
New leasing law: who wins, who loses
Spectrum, Bunthoon Damrongrak and Dexter Norville, Published on 18/03/2018
» An announcement in the Royal Gazette on Feb 16 created widespread panic among condominium owners who rent out their assets, condominium developers and apartment operators across the country. It detailed the government's plan to enact a law that will turn residential leasing into a contract-controlled business from May 1.
Capital's original CBD set to rise again
Spectrum, Surachet Kongcheep, Published on 11/03/2018
» Large mixed-use developments now under construction or scheduled to start in the future are creating new buzz in Bangkok’s original central business district (CBD). When completed sometime between now and 2025, they will add even more value to already prime locations. The focus of all this activity is around Sathon and Silom roads, and Lumpini Park.
Condo market on a rollercoaster
Spectrum, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 25/02/2018
» Drive past Sukhumvit-Asoke intersection and you may notice a new billboard has come up in the past few days advertising a special discount for buyers of a high-end condominium project on Sathon Road that until recently was being touted as having been 100% sold out.
Millennials point new way to work
Spectrum, Aliwassa Pathnadabutr, Published on 18/02/2018
» The millennial generation has a higher percentage of people starting their own businesses or freelancing their skills thanks to the convenience of online and mobile technologies. In addition, more employees are telecommuting and working remotely, with the blessing of their companies. These shifts in technology, the growth of small and medium enterprises and freelancing have led to the growth of a new kind of office known as co-working space. Many are wondering if this is a threat or any opportunity in the office business.
Second time around
Spectrum, Bunthoon Damrongrak & Dexter Norville, Published on 04/02/2018
» There has been continued demand for used high-end condominium units in older buildings in Bangkok, where prices have risen at a much slower pace than in new projects. While older condominium developments offer many advantages, there can be pitfalls too.