Kalinka Thailand Blog
Expert articles on the Thai real estate market, investments, legal matters and life in the Kingdom
Thailand Nominee Company Crackdown 2026: 46,918 Firms Under Investigation
Thailand is investigating 46,918 companies for nominee ownership. Learn the legal risks, penalties, and safe investment structures for foreign buyers in 2026.
How Foreigners Can Buy Property in Thailand: 5 Legal Ownership Structures
Freehold, leasehold, Thai company or usufruct — discover all 5 legal ways foreigners can own property in Thailand, with risks, costs and key rules explained.
7 Real Estate Scams in Thailand — and How to Protect Your Investment in 2026
Foreign buyers lost 12 billion baht in 2024. Learn the 7 most common Thailand property scams and how to protect your investment with our expert checklist.
Foreigners and Property in Thailand: 7 Legal Ownership Structures in 2026
Can foreigners buy property in Thailand? Discover 7 legal ownership structures — freehold, leasehold, Thai company and more — with risks and costs explained.
Gross vs Net Yield in Phuket: Real Numbers for 2026
Discover real gross and net rental yields in Phuket for 2026. Compare returns by area, avoid costly mistakes, and learn how to calculate true investment income.
Bank Account Freezes in Thailand: What Every Property Investor Must Know in 2026
Thailand is freezing bank accounts linked to suspicious transfers. Learn how BoT reforms affect property investors and how to protect your funds in 2026.
Leasehold vs Freehold in Thailand: What Is Better for Investors in 2026
Leasehold or freehold in Thailand? Compare ownership structures, risks, costs, and rental yields for foreign investors in Phuket in 2026.
Phuket Property ROI in 2026: Real Rental Yields by District
Gross vs net rental yields, occupancy rates, and exit liquidity by Phuket district in 2026. Real figures for condos and villas across Patong, Bang Tao, Rawai.
Price-to-Rent on Phuket: Where Rental Yields Exceed 7% in 2026
Phuket rental yields by district in 2026 — gross vs net returns, price-to-rent ratios, top areas, key risks, and a full comparison table for investors.
Leasehold vs Freehold in Thailand: What Works Better for Investors in 2026
Freehold vs leasehold in Thailand explained for foreign investors. Legal rules, risks, taxes, and yield comparison for condos and villas in Phuket and beyond.
Business in Thailand 2025: Tourism and E-Commerce for Foreign Investors
Thinking of starting a business in Thailand? Learn ownership rules, BOI benefits, and e-commerce regulations for foreign investors in 2025.
Starting a Business in Thailand as a Foreigner: 5 Real Pathways in 2025
Learn how foreigners can legally start a business in Thailand in 2025 — BOI, FBA rules, 100% ownership options, and key sectors like IT and medical tourism.