Last updated April 8th, 2022. The process of opening up and liberalizing a developing nation is never an easy task. It's especially hard for Myanmar, a Southeast Asian country which was closed off from the world economy until 2008... and then underwent a coup barely a...
Best Countries to Invest in 2021
Update for January, 2023: We’ve finally entered a new decade as 2023 begins. Here’s our updated article with the top countries to invest in 2023. 2020 was a particularly interesting time where many investing myths were tested. A year ago, we were talking about...
Resort Property Investments Are a Big Mistake
Last updated January 26th, 2024. On the surface, buying real estate that caters to tourists seems like a fantastic idea. Not only are the locations and buildings beautiful but the tourists often have a higher disposable income than the locals. And with that thought...
Why You Shouldn’t Buy Vietnam Real Estate
Last updated February 4th, 2025. Imagine this: you buy a beautiful house in Vietnam, where you plan to spend the rest of your life with your loved ones. But a few decades later, somebody comes up to your property and says that the time's up: your dream house is no...
Buying a Condo in Phnom Penh: The Ultimate Guide
Last updated May 13th, 2025. Condos in Cambodia tend to fly under the radar when it comes to foreign real estate investment in Asia. Many who aren't familiar with Cambodia, or its property market, tend to think of it as a war-torn nation that lags behind its neighbors...
Buying a Condo in Ho Chi Minh City: The Ultimate Guide
Last updated May 10th, 2025. Real estate in Vietnam is booming - especially in the nation's largest metro area. And buying a Ho Chi Minh City condo is an increasingly popular way to invest in Vietnam's stellar economy. Thanks to rapid economic growth, a rising middle...
Buying a Condo in Manila: The Ultimate Guide
Last updated April 3rd, 2025. If you've never visited the Philippines, you may ask: why would anyone ever want a condo in Manila? Real estate in Manila is a relatively sound long-term investment. The Philippines is a beautiful country with a rich culture and heritage,...
Best Countries to Invest in 2020
Update for January, 2022: We’ve finally entered a new decade as 2022 begins. Here’s our updated article with the top countries to invest in 2022. We’re finally beginning a new decade! At the same time, we’re also continuing the longest bull market in modern...
Buying Armenia Property: Asia’s Most Obscure Market?
Last updated March 29th, 2024. Oftentimes, the countries where you normally wouldn't think of investing are the best ones to purchase in. The Armenia real estate market certainly qualifies as overlooked. This small, landlocked nation that bridges Asia and Europe...
Freehold vs. Leasehold Property Ownership
Last updated April 6th, 2025. We've mentioned many times before that buying property in Asia can be confusing for a foreign investor. The differences between freehold and leasehold real estate in some countries certainly complicate matters. When buying your first...