49 articles found for Real Estate

Residential and commercial leases in Jordan are mainly governed by the Landlords and Tenants Law No. 11 of 1994 (as amended), plus the Civil Code, with older pre-31 August 2000...

Indonesia does not have a single "real estate ownership" concept but a hierarchy of land rights (Hak Milik, HGB, Hak Pakai, etc.) regulated mainly by the Basic Agrarian Law (Law...

Most real estate in Peninsular Malaysia is governed by the National Land Code 1965, with separate land laws in Sabah and Sarawak. Always verify which regime applies to your property....

Non-Qataris can own freehold or long-term use (up to 99 years) of property only in specific zones designated by Law No. 16 of 2018 and related Cabinet decisions. Property purchases...

Always verify the title with the Registry of Deeds and check for liens, disputes, and unpaid taxes before paying any substantial amount. Foreigners generally cannot own land in the Philippines...

Foreigners can freely buy real estate in Spain, but you must obtain an NIE (foreigner tax ID) and usually open a Spanish bank account before completion. Total purchase costs typically...

Foreigners can own real estate in Mexico, but coastal and border properties usually require a bank trust (fideicomiso) or a Mexican company under the Foreign Investment Law. Every valid transfer...

Always check the title deed (tapu), zoning status (imar durumu), and building permits at the Land Registry and municipality before paying any substantial amount. Buying property in Turkey usually takes...

Buying property in Portugal typically involves a reservation, a promissory contract with a 10-30% deposit, then a final deed and registration at the Land Registry and Tax Office. Key upfront...

Foreigners cannot normally own land in Thailand, but can own condominium units (up to 49% of the building area) and can legally register 30-year leases and other long-term rights over...

Real estate law in Canada is mostly provincial, so rules on land registration, landlord-tenant rights, condos/strata, and land transfer tax differ by province and territory. For a typical home purchase,...

Foreigners can own freehold property only in designated areas of each emirate (for example, Dubai freehold zones under Dubai Law No. 7 of 2006); elsewhere you may be limited to...

Real estate law covers land, buildings, and permanent structures, plus the rights to use, sell, lease, develop, or restrict that property. Buying or selling property usually follows a standard lifecycle:...

Most real estate in Saudi Arabia is now tracked and transferred electronically through the Ministry of Justice's Najiz platform, using official title deeds (Sak) that should always be verified before...

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have emerged as an attractive investment vehicle for those seeking to gain exposure to the real estate market without directly owning or managing properties. In Thailand,...

For individuals and families navigating the legal system, it may seem challenging. Whether your concerns are with a landlord-tenant conflict, divorce is on your mind, or you want to know...

Nestled within the paradisiacal landscapes and burgeoning economic dynamism of Thailand lies a high-stakes real estate market rife with both rapturous potential and formidable legal complexities. This idyllic Southeast Asian...

For foreigners considering property ownership in Thailand, understanding the process and relevant laws is crucial. These laws are not typically compared to the property ownership laws of other countries, as...

You might be an expat in Thailand hunting for your next property investment, and interested in buying a condo in one of the world’s fastest-moving cities, Bangkok; or perhaps you’re...

As a foreign investor considering real estate opportunities in Thailand, it's crucial to explore all available options for property ownership. For international investors contemplating real estate ventures within Thailand's dynamic...