The largest Pride parade in Phuket's history and the island's selection to host a major international conference later this year say something about the market buyers should understand.
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For anyone who bought land in Phuket without full legal certainty, the minister's statement carries weight: unlawful titles in protected areas are being seized, even when buyers believed the purchase was legitimate.
Thailand Long-Term Visa Options for Property Buyers in 2026: LTR, Elite & Retirement Visas Explained
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Thailand's inflation is heading toward a temporary peak this year, but the central bank plans to hold rates steady. For Phuket property buyers and mortgage holders, the detail worth watching is how long that stability lasts.
Two Thai islands are attracting the kind of developer attention and foreign investment Phuket saw years ago. The question for Phuket property watchers: is this competition, diversification or validation?
A Harvard-affiliated policy scholar has backed Phuket Special Economic Zone status, calling the island 'Pilicon Valley'. The question for property buyers: could SEZ designation bring new incentives or infrastructure?
A beachfront development in Rawai now faces potential demolition as Phuket officials investigate land boundaries, environmental compliance and public access. The case highlights risks coastal property buyers may not see.
What Rental Yields Look Like in Phuket in 2026 Villas Condominiums Land and Other Property Types What Drives Yield Up or Down Location Ownership Structure Management Quality Seasonality Gross Yield vs. Net Yield: The Number That Actually Matters Off-Plan Investment: Higher Potential, Higher Scrutiny Required Capital Appreciation: The Other Half of the Return How to Evaluate a Specific Property Where...
Overnight closures continue through June 14 as Phuket installs automated plate recognition, remote monitoring and connected signage across five major underpasses. The detail worth noting is how infrastructure upgrades connect to property.
Phuket International Airport rolls out automated passport channels from June 13. For buyers flying in to view property, the change could mean simpler arrival and departure processing.
A new residential project in Nai Yang has started construction with a sustainability focus and projected double-digit returns, signaling continued developer interest in Phuket's quieter northwest coast.
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