Should I wait for later new launch phases to see if the developer will give more discounts?
Such a question is indicative of a purchaser who has not made up his or her mind on whether to purchase a certain property during its launch. For clarity's sake, we are referring to new launches. This is where a developer has obtained a plot [...]
Why is it that foreigners cannot obtain a mortgage from a local Thai bank when purchasing Thai property?
If you are a foreigner, not a Thai local resident, and were to purchase a Thai property, the options to obtain a mortgage are limited. Your only option is to obtain a mortgage with a foreign bank. Moreover, the number of foreign banks granting mortgages [...]
When it comes to investing, nothing travels in a singular direction
There is a concept called contrarian investing. It is an investment style where investors go against the prevailing market trend. While it is simple to understand, it is very difficult, and in almost all cases, impossible to execute. The difficulty presents itself not from the [...]
Soft-lending for soft-landing in China
The Chinese government is aiming to achieve a soft-landing in its economy by bringing down [...]
Markets are Fed-up: Hawks vs Doves
An article by Elwyn Chan of Stirling Fort Capital. The recent global markets selloff [...]
Is hiring a real estate agent necessary?
There has been much talk about whether a real estate agent is truly necessary. With [...]