The government of the Kingdom of Thailand has erected many protectionist economic measures. One of the most prevalent legal restrictions imposed upon foreigners in Thailand is the de facto prohibition on land ownership under Thailand Real Estate Law . There is a common misconception that foreigners are not allowed to own land. Technically, this is not the case. In reality, the law states that a foreigner may purchase Thai Real Estate if he or she obtains approval from the Minister of the Interior of Thailand.

Beginning with my introduction today by real estate broker extraordinare and Boston.com blogger, Rona Fischman , I will be guest blogging on Boston.com’s Real Estate Blog. I will be answering questions on timely topics affecting Massachusetts real estate law, including home improvement projects , condominiums , landlord-tenant issues, and more.  I am thrilled for the opportunity.  Stay tuned for more. Rich

Leases and Bankruptcy from a Landlord’s Perspective – pepperpodcasts.com 07/22/2009 In this podcast with Vicki Harding, a member of Pepper Hamilton’s Real Estate Practice Group and resident of the firm’s Detroit office, she discusses leases and bankruptcy from a landlord’s perspective, including what options are available concerning leases during a bankruptcy and what a landlord can do to protect their rights.