Purchasing properties in Thailand may be surprising and frustrating for some expatriates who are looking for a new home in the Kingdom. The restrictions on foreign freehold ownership somehow keep them off from engaging in the Thai property market.

Although there are other venues for property ownership like the right of superficies and leasehold, some foreign nationals are discouraged with these because they cannot own the land where the house stands outright.

Investing on real estate holds a significant promise. Great hoards of people are always in the look for a place to stay, either through ownership or by renting these houses. This reality awes a lot of real estate investors, especially those who are novices of this corner of the investment world.

But, even with the great deal of promise it holds, real estate investment is a risky piece of business like all other investment ventures out there.

Thailand’s property market is bullish. Development is on a swing across the country. Together with the fact that the country is much endowed with attractive tourism spots and very amiable people, Thailand is fast becoming a top retiree and tourist destination in Southeast Asia.

But since expatriates are not allowed to own land on freehold (except on condominiums), property lease is the best option for a foreigner who is looking for a long term stay in the country.