condotel the future of the real estate industry

Condotel—the future of the real estate industry

The public is largely divided over condotel—a new type of property appearing in Vietnam and promising yields to buyers. Michael Piro, director of Indochina Strategic Services, from Indochina Capital shares some of his thoughts about this new sensation.
why do real estate developers want to legalize condotels

Why do real estate developers want to legalize condotels?

Real estate experts believe that selling condotels can bring huge profits to investors and savings in fees that apartment developers usually pay.
real estate results transfer to bourse

Real estate results transfer to bourse

Real estate stocks are expected to return to the spotlight in 2018, as the sector recovers from its chronic issues and firms gear up for major merger and acquisition deals.
driving the evolution of real estate standards

Driving the evolution of real estate standards

With deep and broad industry knowledge and unrivalled practical experience in the investment and development of the best real estate projects in Vietnam, Michael Piro, director of Indochina Strategic Services, shares his views on what could be considered as “a standard property” in Vietnam.
real estate firms urged to list

Real estate firms urged to list

The HCM City Real Estate Association (HoREA) has recommended real estate companies transform themselves into publicly listed joint-stock businesses so they are able to seek greater funding to improve business performances in 2018.
capital drawn to real estate market

Capital drawn to real estate market

Good liquidity and high yield have kept Vietnam one of the most attractive destinations for foreign investors in the real estate market. Bich Ngoc reports.
real estate dynamics in year ahead

Real estate dynamics in year ahead

2017 ended with mixed insights on market dynamics in the following years. Developers, buyers, and lessors are chasing after investment opportunities before the market shifts. Vietnam continues to be a promising land for foreign investors, while other neighbouring countries have become mature and thus less attractive.
real estate inventories taper off over 16

Real estate inventories taper off over 16%

Real estate inventories nationwide saw a reduction of over 16 per cent as of November 20, from the same time last year.
real estate needs more foreign investment experts

Real estate needs more foreign investment: experts

The number of foreigners buying real estate products in Viet Nam has increased, but the domestic property market needs policies to attract more foreign investment, according to experts.
real estate deals stall in february

Real estate deals stall in February

Real estate transactions slowed down in February because of the Lunar New Year holidays, the construction ministry’s Management Agency for Housing and Real Estate Market has said.
60 real estate projects under investigation

60 real estate projects under investigation

60 real estate projects on the list (see below) which has been submitted to the prime minister (PM) are going to be investigated for signs of violations. 
real estate ma growth continues

Real estate MA growth continues

The number of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Việt Nam’s real estate market will continue growing this year and beyond, according to Savills Việt Nam Ltd, Co.
real estate firms breaking the mould

Real estate firms breaking the mould

2016 was a successful year for the real estate market. However, with the fast growth of the economy in general and the real estate market in particular, real estate developers are being forced to diversify products and apply more advanced technologies to anticipate the market of 2017. Bich Ngoc reports.
real estate developments abandoned in hanoi

Real estate developments abandoned in Hanoi

Despite high demand, and swathes of poor quality and over-priced housing in the city, in the west of Hanoi is a supposed luxury residential area with hundreds of houses, which has become a ghost town as no one moved in for over three years.
hospitality drives real estate sector

Hospitality drives real estate sector

Foreign investment into the hotel and resort sector has seen stable growth recently, with the increasing presence of established international firms. Mauro Gasparotti, executive director of Alternaty Real Estate, gives VIR an exclusive look into international interest in the market.