In this episode of the Ocean Worldwide Real Estate Podcast, hosts Elle and Max discuss a recent finding that only 4 out of 26,000 registered companies in Thailand have been flagged for using Thai nominee structures. This report sheds light on the ongoing scrutiny of foreign ownership regulations and what this means for international investors in Thailand’s real estate market.

In this episode, we cover:

🏢 Thai Nominee Structures Explained
Learn what Thai nominee structures are, why they are controversial, and how they affect foreign investments in Thailand's real estate sector.

📊 Regulatory Overview
We dive into Thailand’s foreign ownership laws and the government’s efforts to monitor compliance, highlighting the challenges of enforcing these regulations across thousands of businesses.

💼 Impact on Foreign Investors
Understand the potential risks and legal complexities faced by foreign investors when navigating Thailand’s real estate and business ownership rules.

🏘️ What This Means for Real Estate
Explore the implications for the property market, including the level of transparency and confidence this brings to foreign buyers seeking to invest in Thailand.

🔍 The Bigger Picture
We discuss whether this report suggests a positive trend toward clearer business practices, or if it raises further concerns about the enforcement of foreign ownership regulations.

Whether you’re a foreign investor, a local real estate developer, or simply interested in Thailand’s evolving business landscape, this episode offers crucial insights into the country’s foreign ownership laws and their impact on the real estate market.

📊 About the Episode:
With only 4 firms found to be using Thai nominees out of 26,000 registered companies, this episode breaks down the significance of these findings and what they mean for foreign investment in Thailand. Are the regulations working, or are there loopholes yet to be uncovered?

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🎙️ About the Hosts:
Elle and Max bring you insightful discussions on global and local real estate trends. With a balance of fresh market analysis and decades of industry expertise, they provide valuable perspectives on the latest developments.

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Disclaimer: This video and description are for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or investment advice.

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