JFTB Real Estate Phuket
Independent Phuket Real Estate Agency Since 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions
JFTB Real Estate Phuket is an independent real estate agency established in 2013 by Jean-François Martel. The agency specialises in condominiums, villas and investment properties, helping international buyers navigate the Phuket property market with personalised advice, negotiation support and legal due diligence coordination.
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Yes. Foreign buyers can generally own condominium units outright under the foreign freehold quota, subject to legal requirements. Land ownership is more restricted, so villa purchases often involve leasehold arrangements or other legally compliant ownership structures. Independent legal advice is essential before purchasing.
Foreign freehold allows eligible non-Thai buyers to own qualifying condominium units directly in their own names, within the statutory foreign ownership limit of 49% of a condominium building's total unit area. Eligibility, quota availability and applicable foreign currency remittance requirements should be verified before purchase.
Foreign buyers can purchase villas in Phuket, but ownership of the building and ownership of the land must be considered separately. Depending on the property, lawful structures may include registered land leases and separate building ownership. JFTB helps buyers understand available options and coordinates verification with independent legal professionals.
Popular locations include Bang Tao, Laguna, Layan, Surin, Kamala, Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai and Nai Thon. The best area depends on your budget, lifestyle, access to beaches, intended property use and investment objectives. JFTB helps clients compare locations based on their individual requirements.
Phuket offers opportunities for rental income, holiday home ownership and long-term property investment. However, returns vary significantly depending on purchase price, location, property management costs, occupancy, maintenance and market conditions. JFTB encourages buyers to evaluate net rental yields, ownership costs and resale potential rather than relying on advertised returns.
Yes. JFTB assists buyers throughout the property selection and purchasing process and coordinates legal due diligence with qualified independent lawyers. Important checks may include title documentation, ownership rights, building permits, contractual obligations, condominium foreign ownership quotas and restrictions affecting property use.
Yes. Price negotiation is an important part of JFTB's buyer support. The agency evaluates asking prices, comparable properties, market conditions and seller expectations to help clients negotiate commercially reasonable purchase terms.
