Cambodia’s real estate market is gradually entering a more sustainable growth phase in mid-2026, supported by improving buyer confidence, infrastructure expansion, and stronger end-user demand. While the market remains selective, affordable housing and strategic land continue to attract the greatest interest from both local and regional investors.
Economic growth is expected to remain stable at…
Australia’s housing market entered a more balanced phase in April 2026, with national home values rising just 0.3%, the slowest pace of growth since early 2025. While major cities such as Sydney and Melbourne experienced further price declines, market performance is becoming increasingly localised, creating different opportunities across the country.
One of the standout performers…
As global markets navigate economic uncertainty, shifting trade dynamics, and evolving investment priorities, real estate continues to prove its resilience as a long-term wealth-building asset. Across key markets, investors are becoming more selective, favouring opportunities supported by strong fundamentals, infrastructure development, and sustainable demand.
This month’s newsletter highlights how infrastructure and connectivity are increasingly shaping…
TLDR eSPA is Malaysia's mandatory digital Sale and Purchase Agreement, effective 1 January 2026. Homebuyers now sign property contracts online through HIMS using iDsaya for identity verification, making transactions faster, safer, and fully paperless under KPKT supervision.
Buying a house in Malaysia has traditionally involved stacks of paperwork, endless signatures, and multiple trips to a lawyer's…
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The Juwai IQI International Convention 2026 and Juwai IQI Festival 2026, held on 14 May at the Andaman Grand Ballroom, Kuala Lumpur, brought together agents, leaders, and industry voices from across the globe for one powerful purpose: growth.
With participants from around the world, including real estate professionals, business leaders, developers, marketers,…
Mother’s Day often brings to mind flowers, gifts, warm wishes and simple words like, “Thank you for everything, Mum.” But behind every mother is a story much bigger than one day of appreciation.
Many mothers today are not only caring for their families, but they are also building careers, managing responsibilities, supporting household income, leading…
The UK property market is becoming increasingly attractive to Asian investors following proposed reforms aimed at improving transparency, lowering long-term ownership costs, and strengthening market stability. These changes are expected to create a more predictable investment environment, particularly for buyers from Hong Kong and mainland China.
One of the key proposals is the ground rent…
Global investment trends in 2026 are increasingly shaped by geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and energy market volatility. As uncertainty rises across parts of the Gulf region, investors are gradually shifting capital towards markets with stronger long-term growth fundamentals and domestic demand.
One of the biggest beneficiaries is Southeast Asia, which is rapidly evolving into a…
Vietnam’s property market is entering a transition phase in 2026 as rising mortgage rates place pressure on the secondary apartment market. Buyers who purchased during the low-interest-rate period are now facing higher repayment costs, leading to weaker demand and slower transaction activity.
As financing conditions tighten, more sellers are lowering prices and offering discounts of…
Thailand’s residential property market is undergoing a major shift in 2026 as buyers move away from speculative luxury purchases towards more affordable and practical housing options. While the number of Thai condominiums sold to foreigners increased slightly in 2025, the total transaction value declined, reflecting changing buyer priorities and growing budget sensitivity.
Chinese buyers continue…
