Can foreigners own land in Indonesia? The 2026 guide.
The honest answer is nuanced — the four structures that actually work for foreign buyers, and the one most agents won’t explain.
Leasehold vs. freehold: what your money actually buys in Bali
Two words that change everything about your purchase — broken down in plain numbers, not legalese.
The PT PMA route: structuring foreign ownership for scale
When leasehold stops making sense, a foreign-owned company is the instrument. Here’s the threshold — and the math.
Why South Lombok is the coast to watch in 2026
Mandalika’s infrastructure is landing. What that means for land values from Kuta to Selong Belanak.
Land prices on the Lombok Riviera: a Q1 read
Where prices moved this quarter, where they held, and the three pockets we think are mispriced.
Building in Bali: permits, PBG and the IMB transition
The permit system changed. What you now need before breaking ground — and how long it really takes.
Due diligence: 11 things to verify before you buy
Title, zoning, access, setbacks, claims. The checklist our surveyors run on every parcel before it’s listed.
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