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Chiang Mai Without China: Myanmar Buyers Up 42.9%, US Up 23.8% in 2026

Chiang Mai Without China: Myanmar Buyers Up 42.9%, US Up 23.8% in 2026

Chinese demand fades in Chiang Mai as Myanmar (+42.9%) and US (+23.8%) buyers rise. Key 2026 data on yields, visas and what it means for Phuket investors.

September 10, 2026
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AI in Real Estate: 80% of Transaction Tasks Are Going to Machines by 2027

AI in Real Estate: 80% of Transaction Tasks Are Going to Machines by 2027

Real Brokerage targets 80% deal automation with Leo 2.0. What AI can and cannot verify for Thailand property buyers, from the 49% quota to yield math.

September 10, 2026
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Thailand VAT Refund 2026: Why 7% Actually Pays Out Closer to 6%

Thailand VAT Refund 2026: Why 7% Actually Pays Out Closer to 6%

How Thailand's 7% VAT refund for tourists really works in 2026: thresholds, fees, and why the real payout lands near 6%. Full guide with examples.

September 10, 2026
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Thailand's August 2026 Circular Targets Nominee Land Ownership: What Foreign Buyers Must Know

Thailand's August 2026 Circular Targets Nominee Land Ownership: What Foreign Buyers Must Know

Thailand's August 25, 2026 circular tightens rules on nominee land ownership. Key facts, risks, and what foreign villa owners in Phuket and Samui must know.

September 10, 2026
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Oil at $101 and US Treasury Yields at 4.84%: What It Means for Asian Property Buyers

Oil at $101 and US Treasury Yields at 4.84%: What It Means for Asian Property Buyers

Oil above $100 and US 10-year yields near 4.84% are reshaping Asian markets. What this means for Thailand property buyers, yields, and timing in 2026.

September 10, 2026
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Don Mueang Condos in 2026: Is 'Luxury' 40% Cheaper Than Central Bangkok Worth It?

Don Mueang Condos in 2026: Is 'Luxury' 40% Cheaper Than Central Bangkok Worth It?

Don Mueang condo prices, Red Line commute times, and 5-6% rental yields explained for 2026, with the real risks brochures leave out.

September 10, 2026
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AI Will Automate 80% of Realtor Work by 2027: Fact-Checking the Promise for Thailand Buyers

AI Will Automate 80% of Realtor Work by 2027: Fact-Checking the Promise for Thailand Buyers

The Real Brokerage's Leo 2.0 targets 80% automation by 2027. What it means for Thailand property buyers, freehold quotas, and due diligence in 2026.

September 9, 2026
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Thailand's 49% Foreign Ownership Quota: Why Buyers Pay 140,000 Baht Instead of 700

Thailand's 49% Foreign Ownership Quota: Why Buyers Pay 140,000 Baht Instead of 700

Thailand's 49% condo ownership quota explained: real 2026 fees, lease limits, and why foreigners pay 2% transfer tax instead of the 0.01% Thai rate.

September 9, 2026
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Oil Near $100 and Yen at 153.65: What Asia Investors Should Watch in 2026

Oil Near $100 and Yen at 153.65: What Asia Investors Should Watch in 2026

Brent at $99.37 and yen at 153.65 per dollar are reshaping Asia's investment outlook. What it means for Thailand property buyers ahead of BOJ's September 17-18 meeting.

September 9, 2026
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Ares Commits $4B to Asian Warehouses: What It Means for Thailand's Industrial Market

Ares Commits $4B to Asian Warehouses: What It Means for Thailand's Industrial Market

Ares Management's $4B logistics fund targets Asia. Learn how foreign investors can access Thailand's industrial REIT market with 7-9% yields in 2026.

September 9, 2026
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Phuket Referral Commissions in 2026: What a $5,600 Payout on a Remote Deal Actually Looks Like

Phuket Referral Commissions in 2026: What a $5,600 Payout on a Remote Deal Actually Looks Like

How Phuket real estate referral programs pay in 2026: commission rates, payout timing, and a full $5,600 deal breakdown for international partners.

September 8, 2026
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Rawai vs Patong 2026: Where Is the Real Entry Point on South Phuket?

Rawai vs Patong 2026: Where Is the Real Entry Point on South Phuket?

Compare Rawai and Patong prices, yields and legal rules for 2026. Villas, condos, taxes and rental returns for foreign buyers in south Phuket.

September 8, 2026
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