Cambodia’s most outstanding mixed-use development is soon to overlook the Mekong River with three 55-storey buildings, set for completion in 2020. The two towers of The Peak will be reserved for residential uses, while the third commercial tower will be the home of 20-storeys of the world-renown Shangri-La hotel, with 35-storeys of Grade A office space below it.Learn More: Get in touch with The Peak’s friendly team today! With the upcoming ASEAN Economic Community, increasingly international corporations are entering the Cambodian market, and high grade office space and luxury residential units are rising in demand every month. Over 50% of registered companies in the Kingdom are majority foreign owned, and this trend is set to continue as Cambodia rises as an interconnected manufacturing, resource, agriculture and logistics hub for regional firms looking to expand, outsource or diversify. With an additional 5-storeys of prime retail space, The Peak also caters to Cambodia’s rising middle class, who are proving to have a taste for shopping and international brands. The developer is the renowned Oxley-WorldBridge Cambodia, a joint venture between Singaporean-based Oxley Holdings and WorldBridge Land Cambodia, which first launched in Cambodia in 2013. Oxley-Worldbridge’s The Peak is the second major residential development undertaken by the conglomerate. The Bridge, the joint venture’s first Phnom Penh project, marked a turning point for the entire Cambodian’s property sphere. With the release of The Bridge, the world took notice of the Cambodian market, the huge project bringing a new standard of construction and architectural flare to the capital. The Bridge, coming online in 2018, has now sold 96% of the projects 762 apartment units and 71% of 963 SoHo units. The Peak is perfectly located minutes walk from Phnom Penh’s largest AEON Mall, Nagaworld 1 & upcoming Nagaworld 2, and just 2 minutes drive to Business Convention Centres on Diamond Island. And of course, the 5-Star Shangri-La Hotel will be right next door.Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of Cambodian history; get in touch with The Peak’s friendly team today!

Within the confines of Cambodia, there lies a paradise known as Sihanoukville, the nation’s premier beach town. For years, this gem was overshadowed by the interest of tourists who only visited Cambodia for a few days to experience the temple complex and Angkor Wat in Siem Reap. However, with an eye for great investment opportunities, the developer Camhomes – part of the Singaporean Corporation, the HLH group – looked in the opposite direction toward the majestic views of the Sihanoukville coastline. This prompted the conceptualization and the progressing construction of D’Seaview, one of Cambodia’s grandest property investments. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY NOW!Standing tall with a 28-storey foundation, this project offers buyers a flexible finance scheme for purchase. With interest rates starting from only 9% per annum for up to 25 years, Maybank gives you the chance to own not only your own modern beach condo in Sihanoukville, but a chance to own part of Cambodia’s beautiful skyline. Not only that, but Maybank will allow you to loan up to 70% of the property purchasing price for local Cambodian and up to 50% for international buyers.  Even with its state of the art facilities and Singaporean-inspired design, Camhomes – through its unique partnership with Maybank – still allows third party guarantees and accepts soft title deeds with no loan approval fee, no renewal fee and no amendment fee.   A well-equipped gym and lap pool will be available for those who need their daily health fix; and D’Seaview will also provide 24-hour manned security for individuals and families alike. A 24-hour car park for residents and guests, with ample space, is ideal for those who planned to extend their hours into the morning. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY NOW! Peaceful gardens also await investors as they make their way through to their units, ensuring fresh and breathable air. Walk paths along the waterfront property will also provide them ease of access and an enjoyable sightseeing experience as they look upon the great architectural design of the buildings surrounding them. The modern and eco-friendly aesthetic and function of D’Seaview definitely takes into consideration the livability of this project - for each and every beach condo. That’s why it also has a playground, so that the whole family can enjoy. And when you don’t feel like going to the beach, you know that you always have the option of staying in the confines of Sihanoukville’s first ever mixed use development where it will always feel like home. Don’t worry though, the beach and views are not the only things that make this piece of Sihanoukville worthwhile. It also boasts of a convenient and strategic location where international and traditional Khmer dining is available just a few minutes away from your unit for when you decide that you’re just too tired to cook. And if some partying and retail therapy is your idea of fun, bars, discos, night markets, spas and shopping plazas are just a few minutes away.  So, you see, there’s no shortage of things to do in Cambodia, especially in the town of Sihanoukville. Whether you want to get a tan or immerse yourself in local culture, D’Seaview by Camhomes will get you that perfect balance. If you’re retiring, moving to work in Sihanoukville or just looking to start a new phase of your life, why not consider this as an investment property for a beautiful future that just so happens to come with a beautiful view as well?FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY NOW!

Many westerners who move to Phnom Penh for work, long-term holidays or retirement often arrive with expectations that don’t add up to reality of the 2016 Cambodian real estate market situation.For example, many have dreams of living in an opulent french-style villa at a rental or sale price that is just a fraction of what they might expect for a similar property in their home market.READ OUR ULTIMATE EXPATS GUIDE TO CAMBODIA Others think that their money will go a long way in Cambodia in terms of budget rentals, even in the big city’s hottest corridors. However, Phnom Penh, and in particular the expat-friendly suburbs, is a beast that is changing beyond the recognition of expats that settled here for work, pleasure or retirement 5-10 years ago. Some commonly-held expectations are becoming unrealistic in the 2016 Cambodian real estate market, and especially in Phnom Penh. In fact, the city is no longer full of the inexpensive, charming villas that many expats blithely assume will be readily available. So too is it beginning to see a shortage of affordable options for renters in central locations, as demand rises and landlord understand the underlying value of their locales. Desmond Yap, general manager of Yong Yap Properties in Phnom Penh, notes that this is only a natural result of supply and demand trends in the capital. “As wealthy property developers continue to find prime land for their developments in the central city districts, villas are getting snapped up due to the size of their surrounding land. The villas are then knocked down and the land is developed in a condo complex, hotel or commercial venture. Over time, this has limited the supply of villas and therefore prices have increased dramatically,” says Yap. The reality is that Phnom Penh has grown dramatically in the past ten years. Like any high growth city, this has caused two things to happen: 1) Housing prices have gone up dramatically and 2) no matter how much gets built, it is rapidly filled by buyers and renters, leaving a scarcity of supply for the most desirable kinds of developments. Yap also notes that as the standard of living rises in Phnom Penh, the cost of living also increases: “You can give example of how workers salary in Phnom Penh is rising – it’s a lot tougher now to find a waiter working for $100/month compared to 5 years ago.” Many expats coming to Cambodia are misinformed as to the true affordability of property, suggests Yap. Yap gives the example of The Lonely Planet guide. This highly popular travelers resource says that expats can get small flats for around $200 with internet and wifi in central Phnom Penh, “yet they need to take this into context; are they referring to inner city Phnom Penh? How long ago did they write it? etc. We actually have had people that come into the Yong Yap office quoting lonely planet and how we should be able to find them a western place for $200 inclusive of x,y,z… If they expect western qualities in their new apartment, this proves a very hard ask!” More realistically, western style luxury apartments with all the amenities, and also serviced apartments — such as a pool, gym and security — can be had for $500-$3000 per month. Check out properties available NOW! Alternately, more authentically Cambodian digs can be rented for around $300 per month. As the city has grown, the city has done what so many cities do: Converted housing on busy streets to businesses and demolished low density housing to replace it with high-rise apartments or commercial skyscrapers. When high-rise buildings go up, the villas next door to them are negatively impacted by the noise and dust of construction. They often never really recover. For the villas that remain, the demand is not only from residential property seekers but also F&B operators. This means home buyers and renters are having to compete with commercial enterprises who place a high value on the architecture, parking space and also the prime locations. The reality is that, at this point, there is a fairly small pool of highly desirable, Western-style homes in good locations. And unsurprisingly, these homes are rarely up for grabs. Either the owner knows they have a sweet deal and is not going anywhere any time soon, or these prime locations get sold to people who have connections of some sort, such friends of the family or coworkers. There are a lucky few expats who do enjoy this situation because they locked low rental prices some time ago with a 5-10 year lease. But for new signees, prices remain consistently high. For those new comers looking for a villa for rent in BKK1 - you might be on a waiting list... Some areas popular with expats include BKK1, Tonle Bassac and Southern Daun Penh. They do have a limited supply of villas, but not as many as they once had. Toul Kork remains a relatively good choice for an expat seeking a villa, however. But this may mean a longer commute for workers. Tuol Kork is a neighborhood about 30 minutes out of the center of the city that is increasingly attracting ex-pats. As with other large cities, commuting to a suburb outside the densely developed downtown area is a good way to find places renting for much less money. Learn more about expat rentals in Phnom Penh! Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that Cambodia is not a Western country. Although the West has had a substantial influence upon the architecture of developed cities the world over, like any Eastern country, Cambodia has its own history and culture, including its own architectural tastes. Even for homes that are built in a largely Western style, it is common for some details to just seem odd to the Western eye. The colors may seem not quite right. They may seem bolder than you expected. The trim may also seem in some way unusual. The finishing quality too may differ from western expectations. Yap notes that “western products/services generally will cost more as many products need to be imported. Quality window frames, light fittings etc. all need to be imported, and this naturally raises expected costs for renters and buyers.” Therefore, advice for those moving to Phnom Penh is that you will be well served by arriving with more realistic expectations concerning the style, price and availability of housing in the city where you plan to live out your expat experience. You may need to go with an apartment instead of a villa. You may need to have a longer commute. 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The first annual Real Estate Market & Outlook Conference 2016 (REMOC2016) was held this April at the Phnom Penh Hotel, with a host of the local and regional real estate industry leaders giving their outlooks on the state of the Cambodian real estate market. Realestate.com.kh caught up with James Padden, Commercial Agency Manager at CBRE Cambodia at REMOC 2016 to get his 2 cents on the state of the current and future Cambodian property market prospects and to learn about strata title office space in Cambodia: What makes you optimistic and what worries you about the Cambodian real estate market? CBRE are optimistic about the office market. Exchange Square is due for completion in Q4 16 and has seen strong interest locally and regionally highlighting growing demand for grade A space in Phnom Penh. Increasingly we are seeing interest from companies in office space in secondary cities such as Sihanoukville, Battambang and Siem Reap highlighting that Cambodia is not all about Phnom Penh but these provincial cities are seeing strong economic growth in their own right. I think there is a need for caution regarding the residential market and we are yet to see strong domestic owner/occupier demand that is required for condominiums to really drive the market forwards. Existing investment is predominantly by overseas investors looking for capital growth. This market will be driven long term by Cambodian occupiers and this has been slowly changing but is yet to become a clear segment of demand. What significant changes are you anticipating for the Cambodian real estate market over the next year? We have seen the announcement of strata title office space in Cambodia for the first time in 2014 and this is a welcome trend with this asset being a popular investment in other markets such as Hong Kong and Bangkok. There will be further segmentation of the office market as Exchange Square adds to grade A office stock. High prices and limited availability of land in prime, central areas is likely to continue the trend for development in secondary locations such as Sen Sok and Chroy Changvar. Strata title office space in Cambodia is a good step forward for the investor market. I think we will also see continued development and investment activity in provincial cities such as Sihanoukville, Battambang and Siem Reap. Overall we expect 2016 to be a year of a lot of activity driven by Cambodia’s continued strong economic growth and further bolstered by the movement towards ASEAN integration as there is continued intra-ASEAN investment and regional expansion of businesses out of their home markets.

នៅពេលដែលទីក្រុងត្បូងឃ្មុំ កំពុងទទួលបានអភិវឌ្ឍខ្លួនក្លាយជាទីក្រុងរណបគំរូមួយរបស់ប្រទេសកម្ពុជា តម្លៃដីនៅជាយក្រុង ដែលស្ថិតក្នុងតំបន់គម្រោងអភិវឌ្ឍបានឡើងថ្លៃយ៉ាងខ្លាំង ដោយសារក្រុមអ្នកវិនិយោគ បានប្រមើលឃើញពីសក្តានុពលនៃកំណើនឆាប់រហ័សក្នុងខេត្តថ្មីមួយនេះ តាមរយៈការទិញលក់ដីធ្លី ដែលនៅជាប់ផ្លូវ ធំ/ផ្លូវជាតិ ដើម្បីធ្វើពាណិជ្ជកម្ម និងរបរលក់ដូរមួយចំនួននៅក្នុងពេលអនាគត។ ទីក្រុងត្បូងឃ្មុំ គឺជាទីប្រជុំជនមួយក្នុងខេត្តត្បូងឃ្មុំ ដែលបានបង្កើតឡើងកាលពីចុងឆ្នាំ២០១៣ ហើយវាក៏ជាទីក្រុងថ្មីមួយក្នុងប្រទេសកម្ពុជា ដែលមានតំបន់ចម្រុះ និងគម្រោងអភិវឌ្ឍន៍ហេដ្ឋារចនាសម្ព័ន្ធពិសេសៗដែលត្រូវបានពិភាក្សារួច មុនពេលការសាងសង់ជាផ្លូវការចាប់ផ្តើម។ លោក ស៊ន ស៊ាប នាយកប្រតិបត្តិនៃក្រុមហ៊ុនអចលនទ្រព្យ Key Real Estate បានធ្វើទស្សនកិច្ចនៅការដ្ឋានផ្ទាល់នៅថ្ងៃឈប់សម្រាកនាទិវាបុណ្យចូលឆ្នាំខ្មែរ ដើម្បីពិនិត្យលើការវិវត្តនៃគម្រោងសាងសង់នឹងសិក្សាពីឱកាសក្នុងការវិនិយោគលើដីធ្លីទាំងនោះ ដោយលោក បាននិយាយថា គម្រោងសាងសង់ផ្លូវនោះត្រូវបានដំណើរការហើយ។ ការចែកផ្តាច់តំបន់ជាផ្នែកៗត្រូវបានសម្រេច និងចុះហត្ថលេខានៅនឹងកន្លែងរួចរាល់ហើយ ដែលក្នុងនោះរួមមានទាំង តំបន់ពាណិជ្ជកម្ម ឧស្សាហកម្ម លំនៅឋាន និងតំបន់រដ្ឋបាល។ លោក ស៊ាប បាននិយាយថា ៖ «បណ្តុំនៃតំបន់ផ្សេងៗគ្នា ទីវាលទំនេរពណ៌បៃតង និងទីជម្រាលក្នុងទីក្រុងនោះ នឹងបង្កើតបានជាទីក្រុងមួយ ដែលស្រដៀងគ្នាទៅនឹងទីក្រុងនៅប្រទេសលោកខាងលិច»។ ចៅហ្វាយខេត្តត្បូងឃ្មុំ លោក ប្រាជ្ញ ច័ន្ទ បាននិយាយនៅសប្តាហ៍នេះថា គម្រោងថ្មីនេះ នឹងបញ្ចប់សកម្មភាពសាងសង់ផ្លូវធ្វើដំណើរគោលរបស់ខ្លូននៅក្នុងទីតាំងភូមិសាស្ត្រនៃគម្រោងអភិវឌ្ឍន៍ មុនពេលរដូវវស្សាចូលមកដល់ ទន្ទឹមនឹងនោះប្រព័ន្ធផ្គត់ផ្គង់ទឹកប្រើប្រាស់ គឺនឹងត្រូវបញ្ចប់ជាស្ថាពរក្នុងឆ្នាំ២០១៧។ យោងតាមប្រសាសន៍របស់លោក ច័ន្ទ មិនទាន់មានក្រុមហ៊ុនឯកជនណាមួយ ធ្វើការវិនិយោគទុនក្នុងគម្រោងសាងសង់អគារថ្មីនៅឡើយ។ លោកបានបន្តថា ៖ «ទោះបីជាយ៉ាងណា តម្លៃដីនៅទីនេះ នៅតែមានតម្លៃថោកដដែល ហើយវាផ្តល់ឱកាសល្អសម្រាប់អ្នកវិនិយោគនាពេលអនាគត»។ ទោះបីជាដីដែលស្ថិតនៅក្នុងព្រំប្រទល់ នៃតំបន់អភិវឌ្ឍន៍ខេត្តត្បូងឃ្មុំ មិនទាន់បានដាក់លក់នៅឡើយ ក៏ដីមួយចំនួននៅតាមបណ្តោយព្រំប្រទល់នៃភាគខាងកើត នៃផ្លូវជាលេខ៧៣ នៅតែជាទីតាំងពេញនិយមសម្រាប់វិនិយោគិនក្នុងស្រុក ធ្វើការវិនិយោគទុន។ អ្នកវិនិយោគ នៅក្នុងទីក្រុងសួង គឺជាទីក្រុងធំជាងគេក្នុងខេត្តត្បូងឃ្មុំ ដែលបំបែក ចេញពីផ្នែកមួយនៃខេត្ត កំពង់ចាម ដែរនោះ បាននិងកំពុងតែប្រជែងគ្នាដើម្បីវិនិយោគលើដីមួយចំនួនស្ថិតនៅក្នុងតំបន់ទីក្រុងថ្មីនោះ។ ទោះបីមានការផ្តាច់ចេញ ពីតំបន់ដែលមានអចលនទ្រព្យពិសេសក៏ដោយ ក៏ដីធ្លីនៅតាមបណ្តោយផ្លូវលេខ ៧៣ នៅមានតម្លៃថ្លៃដដែលជាមួយនឹងតម្លៃ ៤ ០០០ ដុល្លារអាមេរិក ក្នុងមួយម៉ែត្រក្បាលដី សម្រាប់ផ្ទៃដីមានទីតាំងនៅខាងមុខជាប់នឹងផ្លូវសំខាន់ៗ។ លោក ស៊ាប បាននិយាយថា ៖ «ដីទាំងនោះត្រូវលក់ជាម៉ែត្រការ៉េ ប៉ុន្តែការលក់ត្រូវយោងតាមប្រវែងម៉ែត្រ ពីដីដែលជាប់ផ្លូវធ្វើដំណើរ»។ លោកបានបន្ថែមថា ក្រុមអ្នកវិនិយោគ ទិញដីទាំងនោះ ក្នុងគោលបំណងបង្កើតជាទីតាំងពាណិជ្ជកម្ម និងកន្លែងលក់ឥវ៉ាន់តែប៉ុណ្ណោះ។ «ដីដែលទើបតែដាក់លក់ថ្មីៗនេះ ត្រូវបានលក់អស់ហើយ ហើយក៏ត្រូវបានកាត់ជាប្លង់តូចៗ ដោយម្ចាស់កម្មសិទ្ធជាអតិថិជនដើមផងដែរ»។ ខណៈដែលដីដែលខណ្ឌជាផ្នែកធំៗ នោះត្រូវគ្រប់គ្រងដោយអ្នកមកតាំងទីលំនៅថ្មី ឬក៏ម្ចាស់កម្មសិទ្ធិដំបូង លោក ស៊ា បាននិយាយថា តាំងពីគម្រោងនៃការអភិវឌ្ឍក្រុងត្រូវបានដាក់ចេញរួចមកគ្រប់ដីធ្លីទាំងអស់អាចធ្វើការខណ្ឌចែកត្រឹមទំហំ១០ម៉ែត្រ ជាអតិបរមា ពីផ្លូវជាមួយនឹងទំហំ៣០ ទៅ៥០ម៉ែត្រ នៃចំនួនដីសរុបនៅពីខាងក្រោយ៕ Co-written by James Whitehead and Siv Meng

The first annual Real Estate Market & Outlook Conference 2016 (REMOC2016) took place April 1st at the Phnom Penh Hotel, with a host of the local and regional industry leaders giving their outlooks on the state of the Cambodian real estate market.Realestate.com.kh caught all the action with the speakers of REMOC2016 to get their 2 cents on the state of the current and future Cambodian property market prospects.Here is what Sorn Seap, ceo of Key Real Estate had to say...What topic will you speak to at REMOC2016, and why is it a key consideration for the Cambodian Real Estate sphere? At REMOC-2016, I’m going to present about the most updated Phnom Penh land market, going in-depth into market prices, zoning and development trends in the future. Phnom Penh land market prices continue to rise up by 10 to 20 percent a year. Nevertheless, the whole Phnom Penh land market has many areas that see different price growth rates depending on many factors, including zoning, planned infrastructure, and location special features. Over the last 10 years, I’ve seen that Phnom Penh has expanded quickly. Residents not only concentrate in central business zones but also spread out to form new clusters of housing in the outskirts – with some areas are now home to tens of thousands of residents. Other locations, furthermore, will also have the same experiences in the next few years.

Want to start living in Phnom Penh? You should. Over 80,000 expats have already moved to the Kingdom and life is good! The ULTIMATE Expat Guide to Phnom Penh covers all things you need to know before moving to the kingdom of wonder, thanks to Realestate.com.kh, Cambodia's home of real estate. Real Expat Reviews:Firstly, let’s see what some expats currently living here in Phnom Penh have to say:Daniel Santantoniou, an Insurance Broker originally from Geneva, Switzerland, who has lived in Cambodia for 20 months, says that “the best thing about living in Cambodia is the cost of living, business opportunities, overall growth in all sectors, proximity to the beach and the influence of Buddhist culture.” Daniel lives in a one bedroom apartment, local Khmer style, with a view of Royal Palace and the National Museum. This costs just 430$/month, including water and cleaning once a week, which Daniel says is “good value for money given the location and view. However, we found serviced apartments way overpriced in Phnom Penh compared to Bangkok.”Alexander Evengroen, a Netherland’s native and a business developer, real estate professional and motivational speaker by trade, has lived and worked all over the world, including China, Singapore, Thailand, Ghana, Malawi, and now Cambodia... “I have stayed in beautiful Cambodia for around 5 years. The best thing about living here is my beautiful Cambodian wife,” says Alex. In terms of advice for new expat residences, Alex says that, “someone moving to Phnom Penh soon needs to be open-minded and go further than the tourist attractions. Dare to explore more provinces and meet the fantastic people of Cambodia. The amazing food, the culture and so much more. Meet other expats to share experiences and join events to learn from each other - but don’t only hang around them! See and feel the beauty of this great country.” Alex lives in a beautiful spacious 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom villa home with “all the needs and facilities you can dream of - Seldom do we get power cuts, and fully air-conditioned - in the Attwood area of Phnom Penh.”Filipino native Carmela Torres, a real estate marketer by day, band vocalist by night, has resided in Phnom Penh for 1 year and 3 months. She says, “The best thing about living in Cambodia is the affordable yet high quality of life (cheap cost of living). Also, the unique freedom to start a business and not get killed with taxes.” “My advice for an expat moving here,” says Carmela, “would be shop around to find the best deals on property and to always try to barter the price. Do not be overly anxious about safety and security when moving in Phnom Penh, and when it comes to healthcare I think the medical care facilities here have greatly improved, and many ailments can now be treated in Phnom Penh by foreign doctors and foreign-trained Cambodian doctors. Dental care is also professional and affordable. But have medical insurance in your home country in case of the worst! Finally, beware the heat!” Carmela lives in a stand alone apartment in the BKK1 area, which she says is “definitely good value for money: Centrally located, easy access and very close to everything.”Hayley Flack, a student instructor from London, has lived in Cambodia almost fourteen years. Hayley comments that, “I enjoy my job and the easy going lifestyle of Phnom Penh. On weekends, the hardest thing is deciding where to eat - as there are so many great restaurants, and which gigs to go to. We are generally spoilt for choice. A piece of advice I would give is to stay calm and do not lose your temper. A smile will go a long way even when you get frustrated, which will happen.” In regards to where you should live, Hayley explains that, “I have lived in the same apartment for nearly ten years. The rent is very good and the landlord is very hands off, apart from when we need help. We live behind the University of Fine Arts. It is very good value for money. However, one thing I will say is the apartment next door and many others in our area lie empty. Why? Because the rent is more than double than ours. I don't understand why the landlords keep the rent high and therefore the apartments empty. I have had friends look at them and try to haggle the price, but they won't budge.”Adolfo Perez-Gascon, a Spaniard who has lived in Cambodia for 2 years already working as a journalist, thinks that, “the best thing about living in Phnom Penh is the fact that you have access to a big and vibrant community of expats, while also having the opportunity to interact with a very friendly and open local population. Living in Phnom Penh, you'll find that you have access to almost all western commodities and activities that you enjoy back home, but you are still in a foreign and exciting country; a country that you'll feel compel to explore and learn more about. In this regard, Phnom Penh strikes an almost perfect balance.” Adolfo notes that, “a lot of people move to Phnom Penh without a plan; they don't really know what they want to do here, and, of course, do not have a job waiting for them. They are lured to the country by lax visa requirements and the prospects of an easy life. My advice to any person planning the move to Cambodia is to come here with a job. Do your research, find an employer that you'll like to work for, and don't board that plane until you are sure of what you are going to be doing. Having a concrete plan of action will help you enjoy your experience in the Kingdom a lot more. Starting work right away will help you integrate into the community. I shared an apartment (with 2 other people) on the second floor of a traditional Khmer building located in the vicinity of the Genocide Museum. Rent is extremely cheap (we pay 400$/month for the whole apartment). Compared to my home country, this is an amazing deal. Put bluntly, you'll never find such cheap accommodation in Spain. The apartment is nice, spacious and comfortable. We have all the amenities that you'd expect of a modern house, including wifi and aircon.” A Little History That Ex-Pats Should Know:Cambodia has a rich history going back at least five thousand years. However, it was an experiencing a Dark Age from the 1400s until 1863. This Dark Age ended when the French came in and established a protectorate. Over time, this situation changed and Cambodia became a French colony. In the early 1940s, events that occurred during World War II weakened the French Colonial Empire. In 1953, Cambodia established itself again as an independent kingdom. Thus, from the 1940s through the 1960s, development in Cambodia was comparable to what was occurring in Vietnam and Thailand at the time. Unfortunately, the war in neighboring Vietnam negatively impacted Cambodia, resulting in sections of Cambodia being bombed by various parties, including the USA. This helped bring a group to power known as the Khmer Rouge. Most likely, you have heard the term "Khmer Rouge" and are aware that it has negative associations. They came to power in Cambodia in the 1970s, and, during their relatively short reign of terror, killed approximately a third of the country's population. These events affected everyone in the nation and still do. But this era was particularly hard on educated professionals, such as doctors, lawyers, and teachers. They were targeted first. Although these events are history, they are not yet resolved. The country is still struggling to heal its wounds from these events. The trials of the Khmer Rouge leaders for their atrocities started relatively recently and are still ongoing in The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) located outside Phnom Penh. Additionally, the country developed the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek Killing Fields in Phnom Penh. These are tourist sites aimed at educating the world, as well as a form of national therapy, helping the country to come to terms with these recent events. History and The Ex-Pat Community:Modern Cambodia was established in 1993. Thus, it is a relatively young nation, yet it has a long and rich history. The recent events detailed above have some of the following impacts on the ex-pat community today: 1) The tremendous recent loss of so many educated people is the primary reason that Cambodia has such a thriving ex-pat community. The country needs far more educated, skilled professionals to fill vital roles than it can supply internally. So, if you are an ex-pat living in Cambodia, you have been welcomed here to help with the recovery process that the country is still undergoing. 2) If you want to fit in and be comfortable in your interactions, it helps to understand the culture a bit. One of the take-aways from this short history lesson is that there is a significant French influence in Cambodia due to the years that it was a French colony. Another is that Cambodia is right now undergoing a process not unlike The Nuremburg Trials from some years ago, when European leaders were similarly tried for war crimes from World War II. 3) The country still has a lot of landmines and other visible scars from being embroiled in conflict for decades. It is wise to be mindful of potential danger in some parts of the country when you travel. Phnom Penh for Expats:As the capital and the largest city in the nation, Phnom Penh is a locus of the ex-pat community. Not only are there a lot of jobs here that are well-suited to attracting ex-pats, it has development more comparable to that of many western nations. This gives ex-pats the chance to find their comfort zone, anywhere from largely recreating a life similar to what they had in their country of origin to living much like a local for an especially broadening personal experience. The ongoing influx of foreign investment and foreign workers living here has brought with it western style businesses and amenities, plus international school amenities geared to the needs of ex-pat families. As with any big city, more development tends to lead to higher prices. However, going local can give you an exotic experience on the cheap, if you so desire it. Western style luxury apartments with all the amenities, and also serviced apartments -- such as a pool, gym and security -- can be had for $500-$3000 per month. Check out properties available NOW! Alternately, more authentically Cambodian digs can be rented for less than $300 per month. If your comfort zone involves organic, upscale food stores, you can find that for prices comparable to what you would pay at home. Or you can shop the local outdoor vendors (similar to western Farmer's Markets) for substantially less, often about half price. A western style coffee from a foreign chain can be had for around $3, while a cup of coffee from a local stall is typically well under $1. In fact, the first Cambodian Starbuck's recently opened in the Phnom Penh International Airport. If you just must have a taste of home, it can be found there at typical Starbuck's prices. There is plenty to do and see within the capital, including fine dining, live music, movies and other entertainment venues. But, living in Phnom Penh also gives you easy access to the recently expanded international airport and bus services, making regional travel very do-able for the more adventure-minded types. All of this means that an ex-pat living in Phnom Penh can live what would be a very upper class lifestyle in most large western cities, but on a relatively modest income. A housekeeper can be hired for about $5 per visit, making it affordable to have one come once or twice per week. A mid-price restaurant meal for two is approximately $15-20, about the same as or not much more than you would pay for fast food in many western cities. Plus, simply being here means that when you take a day trip or a weekend jaunt, it is invariably to see things that many westerners would only dream of visiting if they were incredibly rich. The Ex-Pat Work Scene:Most ex-pats in Phnom Penh live on anywhere from $12,000 to $60,000 per year. They are employed in NGOs, the hospitality and tourism sector, education, tech and business. Some are hired to come here. Others choose to simply show up and look for work. Simply showing up is not as crazy as it might sound. Cambodian visas have some of the most lax rules in the entire world, and being here allows one to find jobs via word of mouth that won't ever be advertised online. You can also check newspaper listings if you are here. Some people start by looking at online job listings. The two most popular Cambodian job sites are Bong Thom Dot Com and HRinc. How to Get a Visa:There is a low bar to entry here. Many people get a standard E-class visa by simply showing up. Airports and border check points both allow you to get one by filling out very nominal paperwork and paying a few extra dollars above what a tourist visa costs. For about $300, you can extend it to a year. However, in 2014, Cambodia passed a new law that requires foreign workers to have a government issued work book. This is really a responsibility of the employer, not the employee, and, so far, enforcement has not been stringent. Currency:It may surprise you to learn that US Dollars and Cambodian Riel are the predominant currencies here. In fact, most ATMs dispense US Dollars only (unless otherwise noted). With the exchange rate in the neighborhood of 4000 Riel to $1 US, it is typical for transactions to be made primarily in dollars, with "change" given in the form of Riel instead of US coins. Popular Ex-Pat Neighborhoods:A popular area for ex-pats is Boeung Keng Kang 1, 2 or 3. Don't worry: Everyone just abbreviates this as BKK 1, 2 or 3. The Russian Market and the Riverside area also have many ex-pats. BKK 1 and 2 are more upscale, with more amenities geared specifically towards foreigners. BKK 3 and the Russian Market both offer an attractive mix of western and local shops. Learn more about these popular areas! Search for your new home away from home now! The Riverside area is popular with tourists and has a number of bars and nightclubs. It is, perhaps, less family friendly than the other neighborhoods, but a good place to go if you love the nightlife. More recently, Tuol Kork is a neighborhood about 30 minutes out that is increasingly attracting ex-pats. As with other large cities, commuting to a suburb outside the densely developed downtown area is a good way to find places renting for much less money. Learn more about expat rentals in Phnom Penh!  Housing:In addition to the aforementioned luxury apartments and local style rentals, Phnom Penh also has French colonial architecture and western style homes tucked away on tree-lined streets. Single ex-pats who choose to share an apartment can find accommodations for as little as $150 per month. Those who choose to live on their own may pay up to $500 for an apartment, depending upon its size, location and amenities. Couples or families are typically looking at costs between $250 and $1000. Should i opt for a long or short term lease in Cambodia? Here are some pros and cons.  If you go through a real estate agency to help you find a place, it shouldn't cost you anything as they are typically getting paid by the landlords. They can help you understand what is available and what is in the lease. Just like you would in other countries, it is not uncommon to sign a lease for a set period of time, pay a security deposit and your first month's rent prior to moving in. Here’s how to choose the right Cambodian real estate agent for you! Utilities:Although some landlords cover utilities for you, such as cable, water and trash, they typically charge you for electricity. The typical rate is around $0.25 USD/kilowatt. Read your contract before you sign. Some landlords may try to pad that. Make sure you understand your contract before you sign! English is Common:As with many countries, a lot of the locals speak English. This makes it easier to shop, dine and make friends than you might expect. Many shops and restaurants can assist you in English, even with local goods. Petty Crime:If you look like a well-heeled foreigner, you may find yourself the target of petty crime. This is pretty normal in less developed countries, but Phnom Penh is actually safer than Vietnam and Bangkok. Crime levels have gone up recently, but if you take reasonable precautions, this shouldn't be particularly more concerning than in any big city. Bag snatching is a minor issue in downtown areas at night, especially for western women. This also occurs from the side of Tuk Tuks at night, perpetrated by thieves on motorbikes. To be sure, make sure you keep your bag on the inside of you at all times. Learn more about home and personal security in Cambodia. The State of Medicine in Cambodia:Perhaps you have heard that you should "Go to Thailand" if you need medical care while in Cambodia. It was not that long ago that this was the standard wisdom in the ex-pat community, but medical care has come a long way in recent years. Increasingly, Phnom Penh has first rate doctors available, whether foreign doctors who came here to practice or Cambodian doctors who were trained abroad. Dental care is also comparable to that in more developed nations, while costing far less. None the less, some kinds of procedures may not be available locally. Thus, it is not uncommon for people to go elsewhere if they require certain things. Thailand is still popular, followed by Singapore and Malaysia. Bangkok is particularly popular for OB care. However, even after you factor in travel expenses, you will find that medical care in this region will generally be less expensive than what you would pay in the USA. To give you a general idea of the price range: Visiting a local emergency clinic for stitches, plus two follow-up appointments, can cost less than $300. Getting Groceries:Ex-pats can shop at modern grocery stores for many of the same amenities they would find in a western country, often at prices that are not substantially different, though there are certainly some notable exceptions. For example, apples and are not native fruits here. Since they are imported, they may be surprisingly expensive compared to the prices in your country of origin. However, many ex-pats enjoy checking out the numerous open air markets that dot the city. Similar to Farmer's Markets, these are a great place to get great prices on locally grown produce. Bonus: You may get a chance to learn some of the local language (Khmer) and it puts you directly in touch with local culture in a low risk, comfortable manner. You do not have to be too adventurous to partake of this ex-pat experience, while collecting charming stories to tell back home someday. Ex-pats may love the local outdoor markets with their fresh, surprisingly cheap in season produce, but for more perishable items, like meat and dairy, many ex-pats prefer to shop at stores geared towards western sensibilities. These are western style grocery stores with air conditioning and refrigeration for perishables. Unsurprisingly, they are more readily available in some of the same neighborhoods where ex-pats tend to concentrate, such as BKK 1 and 2 or the Russian Market. You may especially enjoy the lingering French influence that is clearly present at such places. Their bakeries routinely carry croissants, baguettes and other authentic French style baked goods. Most ex-pats can find all their familiar favorites, just like back home. If you are feeling a bit homesick, you can just stock up on all of your "normal" foods and cook at home, giving some of the local eateries a rest for a bit. Then dip back into Cambodian culture again at will, whenever you feel like it. Wine and Spirits:If you are fond of good alcohol, it is surprising how readily available and affordable such things are in Cambodia. Many familiar brand names, such as Absolut Vodka, are readily available, usually for under $20. You can find wine shops and craft beers. There are bars and restaurants that will serve you cocktails. Happy Hour often means cocktails are half price. A can of local beer from a local shop is astonishingly cheap. You can also find experiences such as weekly rum tastings. Local Transportation:Within Phnom Penh, ex-pats and locals mostly travel by hiring tuk-tuk and "motos" (local slang for motorbikes). Tuk-tuks are carriages pulled by a motorbike. Going across town via tuk-tuk should cost around $5. Shorter trips within the city will be less. If you are traveling alone, you can catch a ride for a small fee on a moto. This will be cheaper, but more of an adventure. They are not particularly regulated here, thus most drivers are engaging in a casual form of unregulated entrepreneurship. Pretty much anyone who owns a motorbike can hire themselves out. They do not usually provide helmets for their passengers. Of course, they typically do not wear a helmet themselves either. Taxis can be found, but they mostly service the airport. If you really want a taxi, you should call and arrange one. They do not typically cruise the city looking for passengers, so it is not realistic to assume you can readily flag one down. In 2015, local bus service was established in the city. Unsurprisingly, given how new the system is, routes are limited and service is not yet reliable. This is something to look forward to for the future, but not something you should count on for basic transportation just yet. Travel Outside of the Capital:Phnom Penh’s International Airport is still being upgraded. Its ongoing expansion has added more international flights, both to and from the capital. There are multiple daily flights to Bangkok, Thailand, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for less than $100. For about $50, you can take an Air Asia flight to their Kuala Lumpur hub, and from there go on to other parts of Asia. Although the local bus service is in its infancy, regional bus service has been around for some time. Thus, it has had the opportunity to mature. Typically for less than $20, you can find air conditioned buses to most parts of the country via Giant Ibis. For not much more money, it is also possible to find buses that will take you to a bordering country, such as Thailand. If you wish to go someplace not on an established bus route or you wish to retain additional control over your schedule, for a bit more money, you can also hire a car and driver to take you anywhere you wish to go. A Magnet for Foreign Nationals:Phnom Penh has much of the charm and opportunity that our parents found in so many places around the world, but which is nearly non-existent these days. This unusually low cost cosmopolitan city offers ready access to relatively obscure, exotic regional destinations. Plus, it has economic access to major markets, such as India, China and Australia. This makes it one of the few places left in the world where educated people from more developed nations can find abundant career opportunity while living like they are on a permanent vacation. Retiree’s Mecca:InternationalLiving.com’s Annual Global Retirement Index has just named Cambodia as 1 of 3 top retirement destinations worldwide. The retirement index seeks to compare and contrast retirement destinations around the world – all of which are exhibiting relatively low costs of living by global standards. Retiring in weaker economies is becoming a global trend for expats from more expensive, developed economies, as the relative costs of living in cheaper retirement destinations guarantees a better quality of life for pensioners. In the past 10 years the Kingdom of Cambodia has become one of Southeast Asia’s most up-and-coming destinations for tourists and expats looking to enjoy the exotic charm of a country that also offers the most attractive cost of living in Asia. Cambodia has flexible visa requirements for citizens of Western countries who can obtain annual long-stay visas with a minimum of paperwork and a processing fee of just $285 per year. When you get there, everything from entertainment to renting is very affordable in Cambodia. Meanwhile, the Cambodian government looks set to make it even easier to retire in the Kingdom… Meanwhile, the government has released plans to increase Cambodia’s attractiveness as a destination for foreign retirees, according to a draft policy from the Ministry of Tourism obtained by the Cambodia Daily. “The draft includes a range of proposals to extract more income from Cambodia’s tourist industry by encouraging foreigners to buy property and stay longer in the country, with involvement from the ministries of tourism, finance and land management,” said the Cambodia Daily report. The proposed policies are said to include measures such as the development of “special residences” throughout Cambodia with commercial tourist properties and a wide range of useful facilities. “Special tourists” such as retirees would have the right to buy, rent or sell property in these special residences, and also be entitled to longer-term and more flexible vi­sas, according to the draft of the policy.Enjoyed the Expat guide to Phnom Penh? Learn more about foreign property ownership in Cambodia!

The first annual Real Estate Market & Outlook Conference 2016 (REMOC2016) took place April 1st at the Phnom Penh Hotel, 8:30am until 5:00pm, with a host of the local and regional industry leaders giving their outlooks on the state of the Cambodian real estate market.  Here is what Kuy Vat, chairman, CVEA; chairman and ceo, Century 21 Cambodia, had to say...What topic will you speak to at REMOC2016, and why is it a key consideration for the Cambodian Real Estate sphere?At REMOC-2016 to be held on the 1st of April, we’re going to talk about general views on real estate sector, addressing opportunities and challenges for this year and the years to come.Bolstered by a gradual growth of our economy, we’ve seen that the real estate market is growing bigger and bigger, as it is so to meet the rising demand for housing, office space, retail space as well as industrial amenities, just to name a few.  With lots of improvements in this industry so far, the year 2016 sees many opportunities despite emergence of some challenges that might somewhat cool down the market heat, for example, the condominium market. So far we’ve heard that there’s some sentiment over the condominium market, for instance, that has come with too many, resulting in stiff competition for developers to sell off their projects.But to me, I’ve got a different point of view. First, this will create jobs for local agents who are asked to help developers sell off their units. Second, through numerous available suppliers, it offers an opportunity for foreign investors to come over to our country and enjoy the newly available infrastructure and amenities currently or to be soon in place.

Welcome to another real estate news recap, from Realestate.com.kh - your leader in property information! Keep up to date with market changes, and be an investor with FORESIGHT! Cambodia Microlending Industry Expands:As the consumer economy grows, many foreign investors are thinking it wise to establish businesses that would be mutually beneficial for both them and Cambodia. One of the interested companies who want a slice of the pie is Japanese-owned Mothers Financial Japan Plc. The microfinance institution aims to give Cambodia’s microlending industry a competitive edge as it introduces lower monthly interest rates of 1 to 1.8 per cent. This will provide access for 20 to 30 per cent of the 3.4 million families who are still in need of financing.Five More Protected Forests in CambodiaFive forests that were previously owned by the ministry of fishery, agriculture and forestry are set to be made into protected forests as part of Cambodia’s efforts toward biodiversity. Minister Say Samal said that this plan was developed roughly two-and-a-half years ago but had only been approved recently.  Though environmentally geared towards biodiversity, this also means that there’s one less area where infrastructural developments can be made. Will the government decide in the long run that this wasn’t such a good idea and will this affect major investment in potential businesses? We hope not.Cambodia Gives Multilevel Marketing a Chance?Multiple advisories were released before by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Cambodia regarding MLM scams and abuse, but it seems that Malaysian-owned company Zhulian Corp Bhd may be able to convince them otherwise. With plans of business expansion, Zhulian Corp Bhd is eyeing on Cambodia and Laos as another location for investment. With the decline in demand in Thailand, the company suffered substantial loss but ultimately gained thrust once more when they decided to make a few more investments with outside entities and business partners. Zhulian Corp Bhd carries items like jewelry and gadgets. Having said this, it may not be far off too that they would adjust their business model and profit from the country’s growing real estate industry.Preview of Stars of Kovan While Cambodia has had its fair share of profits and loss, Singapore is making headlines as they finally unveil their first commercial development that’s British-inspired. Though a new development concept may not appeal to the general public, it’s estimated to have a grand total of 390 condominium units, five strata houses and 46 strata shop units that will ensure profit for its developers who plan on completing the project by 2020. From Cambodia to Thailand  It’s been no secret that there is tension between Thailand and Cambodia, most especially with regards to Preah Vihear where Cambodian officials had closed the Thai entrance to the Hindu temple complex. This is one of the reasons why Thai soldiers decided to create a scale model of the complex along their side of the border. They hope to attract more tourists to their side as the months go by. Though Thailand may have waged a big game of tug-of-war against Cambodia with its tourist population, Cambodia is still a force to be reckoned especially when it comes to real estate. Research shows that there was a 60 per cent increase in condominium prices since 2009 in Thailand but is still relatively cheap while Cambodia remains to be competitive in terms of its real estate financial affordability.

Talks of the conflict in South China Sea remain to be one of the most important issues Asia is facing right now. As the battle for land and resources rage on among ASEAN countries who are staking claim on it, Cambodia remains to be by China’s side while claiming to have a neutral stance on the issue. The conflict was apparent in yesterday’s presidential debate in the Philippines when the candidates presented their case for the ongoing dispute. One candidate, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte said of the issue, “I won't go to war with China, but if they don't cooperate I'll stake claim.” Should the conflict escalate, can Cambodia retain a neutral stance or will it stand with its long time partnership with China? Will this affect any potential and outstanding dealings between Cambodia and the Philippines? We may have to wait for the decision for the arbitrary case filed by Manila against Beijing to find out. Meanwhile, China – along with Brunei, Laos and Cambodia – asserts that the conflict should not affect ASEAN relations.

In an interview with The Nation, a major Thai publication, the director-general of The International Trade Promotion Department Malee Choklumlerd said that after the success of their first Proactive Project which helped 2,602 SMEs generate a combined income of THB8.89 billion, it is now willing to invest THB400 million more to for SMEs that will focus on innovation and the environment.They intend to break into overseas markets most especially in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam from 2016 to 2018 which is also the duration of the project. SMEs will be able to apply by proposing marketing plans through institutions such as the Federation of Thai Industries and the Thai National Shippers Council. Can this mean quirky and innovative infrastructures for Cambodia and the other CLMV countries? We’re remaining hopeful.

With a long standing history of close business and investment relations with China, Cambodia may have more to look forward to as China climbs through the economic ladder. Co-founder and chairman of the Cambodian Institute for Strategic Studies Chheang Vannarith, in an interview with Khmer Times, has mentioned that with China being one of the primary countries to set up the Asian Infrastructure and Investment Bank, developing Asian countries such as Cambodia will have sufficient investment for economic development so long as it “defines its national interest in terms of economic development and poverty reduction.”

ក្រុមហ៊ុន SUPREME HOLDINGS & HOSPITALITY (INDIA) LIMITED គឺជាផ្នែកមួយនៃក្រុមហ៊ុន JATIA GROUP នៅប្រទេសឥណ្ឌា នឹងមកដល់ ព្រះរាជាណាចក្រកម្ពុជា ដើម្បីស្វែងរកឱកាសវិនិយោគលើវិស័យអចលនទ្រព្យ និងសណ្ឋាគារដែលមានគុណភាពល្អជាងគេនៅកម្ពុជា។ ក្រុមហ៊ុន Supreme Holdings បានចាប់ផ្តើមសហដំណើរការកាលពីឆ្នាំ១៩៨២ ហើយបានក្លាយជាក្រុមហ៊ុនពាណិជ្ជកម្មភាគហ៊ុនជាផ្លូវការក្នុងឆ្នាំ ១៩៩៤។ Supreme Holding មានចំណាប់អារម្មណ៍យ៉ាងខ្លាំងទៅលើ ជំនួញ និងការគ្រប់គ្រងអភិវឌ្ឍសណ្ឋាគារលំដាប់ផ្កាយប្រាំ និងការអភិវឌ្ឍអចលនទ្រព្យ (រួមទាំងការផ្តល់ជូននិងឥណទានរបស់ធនាគារ) ការធ្វើពាណិជ្ជកម្មអាហារ និងភេសជ្ជៈ រួមទាំងការ បណ្តាក់ទុនជាច្រើនផ្នែកទៀតផងដែរ។ ការវិនិយោគធំៗរបស់ពួកគេរួមមាន Asian Hotels Limited ជាប្រតិបត្តិករគ្រប់គ្រងសណ្ឋាគារលំដាប់ផ្កាយប្រាំ ដែលត្រូវបានបង្កើតក្នុងឆ្នាំ ១៩៨០ រួចចាប់ផ្តើមប្រតិបត្តិការតាំងពីឆ្នាំ១៩៨៣មកម្ល៉េះ។ រហូតមកដល់ពេលនេះមានសណ្ឋាគារលំដាប់ផ្កាយប្រាំធំៗចំនួនប្រាំ បានស្ថិតនៅក្រោមការត្រួតពិនិត្យ និងគ្រប់គ្រងដោយ Asian Hotels Limited ក្នុងនោះមាននៅទីក្រុង Delhi, Mumbai និង Kolkata ជាសរុបមានបន្ទប់រហូតដល់ចំនួន ១២៣៤បន្ទប់។ Asian Hotels ជាក្រុមហ៊ុនពាណិជ្ជកម្មភាគហ៊ុនសាធារណៈ ដែលមានឈ្មោះនៅលើបញ្ជី Bombay Stock Exchange។ Asian Hotels ក៏ជាប្រតិបត្តិករសណ្ឋាគារដំបូងគេដោយធ្វើការសហការជាមួយ Hyatt International Hotels ផងដែរ។ លំនៅឋាន Belmac គឺជាគម្រោងចុងក្រោយរបស់ The Jatia Group ដែលជាគម្រោងអភិវឌ្ឍន៍លំនៅឋានកម្រិតកំពូលនៅទីក្រុង Pune នៃប្រទេសឥណ្ឌា។ ការសាងសង់នៃគម្រោងលំនៅឋាន Belmac ទាំងអស់ ទើបតែត្រូវបានចាប់ផ្តើមហើយគេគ្រោងថា នឹងបញ្ចប់រួចរាល់ក្នុងរយៈពេល ៣០ខែ។ តម្លៃនៃគម្រោងសាងសង់គឺត្រូវបានគេប៉ាន់ប្រមាណជាទឹកប្រាក់ INR ៤ ២០០ លាន (៧០ លានដុល្លារអាមេរិក)។ គម្រោងលំនៅឋាន Belmac នឹងមានរួមបញ្ចូលផ្ទះល្វែងបែបបូទិក ចំនួន ២៤០ យូនីត (ខ្នងផ្ទះ) ស្ថិតនៅក្នុងអគារដែលមានកម្ពស់៦ជាន់ ខណៈអគារទាំងមូលនីមួយៗមានកម្ពស់៥០ម៉ែត្រ។ ការអភិវឌ្ឍនឹងរំលេចចេញនូវការទទួលបានភាពឆើតឆាយនៃជីវិតរស់នៅដ៏ទំនើបមួយ ដោយរួមបញ្ចូលនូវផ្ទះក្លិប មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលកីឡា អាងហែលទឹក និងភាពលម្អទេសភាពដ៏សុខសាន្ត នៃពហុមណ្ឌលនៅជាន់ផ្ទាល់ដី។ លើសពីនេះអគារទាំងអស់នៅក្នុងគម្រោងលំនៅឋាន Belmac នឹងរួមបញ្ចូលនូវការបញ្ចប់ និងការតុបតែងផ្នែកខាងក្នុងដែលមានគុណភាពខ្ពស់បំផុត។ Supreme Holding មានដីអភិវឌ្ឍន៍ដ៏ល្អមួយកន្លែងនៅចំកណ្តាលទីក្រុង Pune ដែលមានចម្ងាយប្រហែល ១៥០ គីឡូម៉ែត្រ ភាគខាងត្បូងទីក្រុង Mumbai។ ទីនេះនឹងក្លាយជាទីតាំងនៃគម្រោង Belmac Residences។ ទីក្រុង Pune ជាទីក្រុងធំទី២ នៃរដ្ឋ Maharashtra, ដែលជាមជ្ឈមណ្ឌលអប់រំ និងវប្បធម៌ នៃប្រទេសឥណ្ឌា ហើយក៏ជាទីក្រុងដែលល្បីខាងផ្នែកបច្ចេកវិទ្យាព័ត៌មាន និងមានការអភិវឌ្ឍឧស្សាហកម្មនៅជាយក្រុងនេះផងដែរ។ អតិថិជនដែលទិញគេហដ្ឋាននៅគម្រោងលំនៅឋាន Belmac ដោយគ្រាន់តែតម្រូវឲ្យបង់ប្រាក់២០ភាគរយ ជាមុននៅពេលចុះហត្ថលេខានៃការសម្រេចទិញ។ ចំណែកចំនួននៅសល់ ៨០ភាគរយទៀត គឺនឹងត្រូវបង់នៅពេលការសាងសង់ត្រូវបានចប់រួចរាល់ ដើម្បីទទួលសិទ្ធិពេញលេញរបស់អ្នកទិញ។ គម្រោងនេះផ្តល់នូវសក្តានុពលសម្រាប់អ្នកទិញ ដែលជាជនជាតិឥណ្ឌា ជាមួយនឹងទុនវិនិយោគទាបរយៈពេលខ្លី និងគួរឲ្យមានទំនុកចិត្ត។ ទុនទាំងនេះត្រូវបានការពារដោយក្រុមហ៊ុនអភិវឌ្ឍន៍ដ៏ល្បីល្បាញមួយ។ Supreme Holdings ក៏ផ្តល់ផងដែរនូវជម្រើសហិរញ្ញវត្ថុដ៏ប្រកួតប្រជែងមួយ។ សម្រាប់អ្នកដែលកំពុងពិចារណានូវកម្ចីទិញផ្ទះនៅប្រទេស ឥណ្ឌា ដើម្បីគាំទ្រដល់ការវិនិយោគរបស់ពួកគេ ហើយ Supreme Holdings ផ្តល់នូវជម្រើសហិរញ្ញវត្ថុជាច្រើនជាមួយនឹងដៃគូធនាគារផ្សេងៗ ដូចជាស្ថាប័នហិរញ្ញវត្ថុ ICICI, HDFC, SBI, AXIS និង LnT ជាដើម។ យើងសូមស្វាគមន៍ចំពោះប្រជាពលរដ្ឋឥណ្ឌារស់នៅប្រទេសកម្ពុជាទាំងអស់ ដើម្បីចូលរួមជាមួយរាត្រីអ្នកវិនិយោគជនជាតិឥណ្ឌា។ នាយកគ្រប់គ្រងរបស់ SupremeHoldings ក៏ទទួលការណាត់ជួបពិភាក្សាផ្ទាល់ជាលក្ខណៈឯកជន នៅរវាងថ្ងៃអង្គារ ទី១៥ ដល់ថ្ងៃអាទិត្យ ទី២០ ខែមីនា៕ NEED MORE INFO ABOUT BELMAC RESIDENCES OR THE JATIA GROUP?Please contact Ivanna Investments Ltd., the local sales partner for Belmac Residences in Cambodia. Email: ipanjwani42@gmail.com; Office Address: Canadia Tower, 18th Floor, Room #1808.

Singapore has been one of the leading countries in terms of business and culture during the past years, but it seems that an economic downturn may spell trouble for architects and engineers. It was reported that there were 940 professionals who were released from their contracts, mostly coming from small architectural firms who are struggling to survive during this rough economic time. One other option these firms are taking is expanding or transferring to countries that have better economic and social conditions. This Architecture and Engineering Upset in Singapore may be bad news for Singapore, but this can also mean new ventures for other nearby countries in terms of real estate and infrastructure.

The theme of this year’s AVA congress shall be “One ASEAN, One Valuation Standard.”"The 2016 AVA Congress in Phnom Penh will build a stronger, clear and transparent relationship with the government to make sure that we will become the leading center in future ASEAN,” said Kim Heang.SIGN UP NOW AVA was established in 1981 with five founding members: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. AVA has expanded its membership to include Brunei in 1990, Vietnam in 1997 and Cambodia in 2009. Laos and Myanmar, the last two ASEAN countries yet to have been brought into the fold, are not officially members yet as they have no formal valuation profession in their countries. For this year’s congress, Laos and Myanmar retain an observer status in AVA. SIGN UP NOW

ជម្រាបសួរ!សូមស្វាគមន៍មកកាន់គេហទំព័រអចលនទ្រព្យប្រចាំសប្តាហ៍ដែលនាំមកជូនដោយ Realestate.com.kh និងជាគេហទំព័រអចលនទ្រព្យនាំមុខគេហើយក៏ជាកន្លែងដែលល្អបំផុតសម្រាប់អ្នករកផ្ទះថ្មីផងដែរ។១. ទីតាំងនៃ The Penthouse Residence៖The Penthouse Residence មានទីតាំងនៅទីប្រជុំជននៃតំបន់អភិវឌ្ឍសេដ្ឋកិច្ចនៃរាជធានីភ្នំពេញ។ The Penthouse Residence ជាអគារលំនៅស្ថានខ្ពស់ (Condominium) ដែលស្ថិតនៅមហាវិថីសុធារសនៅជិតផ្សារទំនើប Aeon សណ្ឋានគារលំដាប់ផ្កាយប្រាំ (Sofitel)ស្ថានទូត, សាលារៀនអន្ដរជាតិ។ល។ ជាពិសេសអាគារកំពស់ ៣៦ ជាន់នេះក៏មានទីតាំងស្ថិតនៅជិតមាត់ទន្លេ ចតុមុខនិង មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលពាណិជ្ជកម្មកោះពេជ្រផងដែល។២. តើគម្រោងអភិវឌ្ឍន៍ The Penthouse Residence ធ្វើឡើងដើម្បីអតិថិជនប្រភេទណា?សម្រាប់ជនជាតិខ្មែរ និងបរទេសដែលមានបំណងចង់វិនិយោគឬរស់នៅបែបទាន់សម័យដោយសារ The Penthouse Residence សាងសង់ឡើងតាមការរចនាបែបលោកខាងលិច (Western Contemporary Design) និងមានទីតាំងចំកណ្ដាលបេះដូងនៃរាជធានីភ្នំពេញជាមួយតំលៃសមរម្យ។ សំរាប់ការទិញឬកក់ជាង ៥០ភាគរយដំបូងយើងសង្កេតឃើញមានភ្ញៀវភាគច្រីនជាជនជាតិខ្មែរ កាណាដា បារាំង អូស្ដ្រាលី ជប៉ុន និង អាមេរិច។៣. លក្ខណះពិសេសនៃ The Penthouse Residence៖ក្រៅពីទីតាំងដ៏ទាក់ទាញយើងក៏មានការរចនាដ៏ល្អឥតខ្ចោះដូចជា៖ ការតុបតែងខាងក្នុងដោយក្រុមហ៊ុនដ៏ល្បីឈ្មោះថា Sangiorgio របស់អ៊ីតាលី។ ផ្តល់ជូនសេវាកម្មដូចជា៖ សន្ដិសុខ24ម៉ោង កន្លែងហាត់ប្រាណ សូណា ស្កាយបារ អាងហែលទឹក Infinity Poor។ល។ អគារទាំងមូលបំពាក់ដោយកញ្ចាក់ថ្លាដែលអាចឲ្យលោកអ្នកអាចទស្សនាទេសភាពក្រុងភ្នំពេញ ដែលអាចមើលឃើញ៖ ព្រះបរមរាជាវាំង ទន្លេសាប ទន្លេមេគង្គ ទន្លេចតុមុខ និងវិមានឯករាជ្យជាដើម។ ក្រៅពីនេះទៀតនៅជាន់ខាងលើបង្អស់នៃអគារយើងមានភោជនីយដ្ឋានវិលជុំដំបូងគេបង្អស់នៃប្រទេសកម្ពុជា ដែលអាចឲ្យអតិថិជនទស្សនាទេសភាព៣៦០ដឺក្រេក្នុងទីក្រុងនិង អាចវិលបានមួយជុំក្នុងមួយម៉ោង។៤. បច្ចេកទេសសាងសង់និងការរចនា៖យើងមានក្រុមអ្នកបច្ចេកទេសសំណង់ដ៏ជំនាញទាំងក្នុងស្រុកនិងក្រៅស្រុក (ស្ថាបត្យករ និងវិស្វករខ្មែរនិងបរទេស)។ចំពោះផលិតផលដែលមានគុណភាពនិងការរចនាយើងក៏មានការនាំចូលនូវផលិតផលដែលមានគុណភាពខ្ពស់ដូចជា Sangiorgio (អ៊ីតាលី), HAFELE(អាល្លឺម៉ង់), Cotto (ថៃ) ជាដើម។ The Penthouse Residence និង បញ្ចប់ការសាងសង់នៅចុងឆ្នាំ2018 ជាមួយគុណភាព និង ស្តង់ដាថ្នាក់ផ្កាយប្រាំអន្តរជាតិ។  សូមទាក់ទងដើម្បីទទួលព័ត៌មានបន្ថែម៥. ប្រភេទ Condo/Apartment និង តំលៃ៖ យើងមានខុនដូច្រើនប្រភេទសំរាប់អតិថិជនដែលមានដូចជា៖ Comfort (បន្ទប់គេងមួយ)Suite (បន្ទប់គេងពីរ)EmbassyPresidentThe Penthouse/ Richmond ដែលប្រភេទទាំងអស់នេះមានតំលៃចាប់ពី $៨០,០០០-$៩០០,០០០! ៦. សក្ដានុពលនៃការវិនិយោគលើ The Penthouse Residence៖គំរោងអភិវឌ្ឍន៏នេះមានការរីកចំរើន និងទាក់ទាញយ៉ាងខ្លាំងដោយសារទីតាំងនិងតំលៃសមរម្យ។ នៅខាងយើងខ្ញុំធានា និងជួលCondoដែលអតិថិជនជាវមកវិញក្នុងតំលៃ១៨ភាគរយនៃតំលៃសរុបក្នុងរយះពេល៣ឆ្នាំដំបូង។៧. ចំនុច ៣ សំខាន់របស់ The Penthouse Residence៖តំលៃសមរម្យ (ប្រកួតប្រជែងលើទីផ្សារអចលនទ្រព្យ)ទីតាំងភូមិសាស្រ្ដ ល្អឥតខ្ចោះគុណភាព ស្ដង់ដារថ្នាក់ផ្កាយប្រាំ (Five Stars) អន្ដរជាតិ ។លើសពីនេះយើងក៏មានការចុះតំលៃពិសេស៥ភាគរយ ចំពោះគ្រប់អិថិជនរហូតដល់ថ្ងៃទីថ្ងៃទី ២០ ខែមេសា ឆ្នាំ២០១៦ ដើម្បីអបអរពិធីបុណ្យចូលឆ្នាំខ្មែរ ប្រពៃណីជាតិ ខាងមុខនេះ។   ស្វែងយល់បន្ថែមអំពីគម្រោង The Penthouse Residence

Grand Phnom Penh International City has just unveiled their wet and wild Water Park, the biggest and best water park that the Kingdom has ever seen!With an enchanting medieval theme, the 8000 square meter water park has a series of slides, inner-tube rides, mechanized water buckets, forts and play areas, and is surrounded by a slow moving moat. If you get tired splashing around, take a break in the café, work out in the gym or, if you really don’t like getting wet, just enjoy the wide open, natural grounds of Grand Phnom Penh International city. Thousands have already visited the water park over Khmer New Year, an oasis during the long hot days of the nation’s biggest festival. The Grand Phnom Penh water park is now open to the general public every day! With tickets costing $4 for children and $5 for adults from - Monday to Friday; and $5 and $7 on the weekends. The park is open to the public from 9am to 6pm.Learn more today!

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