Free Live Phuket Property Masterclass

PHUKET 2026
The 5 Big MistakesFirst-Time Buyers Make

— and what smart investors know instead.

Considering property in Phuket from Australia? Learn how ownership structures, developer due diligence, realistic net returns and total acquisition costs actually work — before committing your capital.

Thursday, 13 August 202660 minutes · Live Q&ALive via Zoom
7:00 PM
Sydney · Melbourne · Brisbane
6:30 PM
Adelaide
5:00 PM
Perth
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Phuket · AU

13 Aug 2026 · 7:00 PM AEST

Live Phuket Investment
Masterclass

MC
SW

Mario Costa & Sam Weeks

Founder · Sales Director

Independent property advisory

Local Phuket market access

Developer and legal due diligence

Support from selection to handover

What First-Time Buyers Often Miss

The 5 Mistakes That Can Turn a Promising Phuket Property Into the Wrong Investment

Buying property overseas can offer attractive opportunities — but the details matter. These are five of the most common mistakes first-time buyers make when evaluating property in Phuket.

01

Not Understanding What You Actually Own

Foreign buyers often hear the terms freehold and leasehold without fully understanding the legal structure, remaining foreign quota or renewal conditions. Before committing, you need clarity on exactly what is being purchased and for how long.

02

Chasing the Cheapest Price, Not the Best Asset

A lower entry price does not automatically mean better value. Location, rental demand, construction quality, management and resale potential can matter far more than the initial asking price.

03

Trusting a Developer With No Track Record

Off-plan property can carry additional risk when the developer has limited experience, weak finances or no reliable delivery history. Proper developer due diligence is essential before funds are committed.

04

Buying Without a Clear Strategy

A property selected for personal use may not be the best property for rental income or long-term capital growth. The right decision begins with a clear investment objective.

05

Forgetting the Total Cost of Ownership

The advertised property price is only part of the calculation. Transfer costs, furniture, common-area fees, sinking funds, management and periods without tenants can materially affect the final result.

Learn How to Evaluate Phuket Property With Greater Clarity

Join Mario Costa and Sam Weeks for a practical live masterclass covering ownership structures, developer selection, realistic returns and the true cost of buying.

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Thursday, 13 August 2026 · Live via Zoom

What You'll Walk Away With

A Clearer Framework for Evaluating Phuket Property

In 60 minutes, you will learn the key questions to ask before selecting a property, developer or ownership structure in Thailand.

01

The 5 Costly Mistakes

Understand the mistakes first-time international buyers commonly make — and the practical steps that can reduce avoidable risk.

02

Leasehold vs Freehold

Learn how the main ownership structures work, what foreign buyers may be able to own and which details should be legally reviewed.

03

Gross Yield vs Net Return

See how management costs, vacancy, maintenance and ongoing fees can affect the return that ultimately reaches the owner.

04

How to Assess a Project

Learn what to check regarding location, developer experience, payment plans, management, rental demand and potential resale.

No hype. No guaranteed returns. Just a clearer framework for making a more informed decision.

Who This Masterclass Is For

Different Goals Require Different Phuket Properties

The right property depends on what you want it to achieve. This live masterclass is designed for Australian buyers considering Phuket for income, long-term growth, personal use — or a combination of all three.

01Rental-Yield Investor

You Want the Property to Produce Income

You are primarily looking for professionally managed property in an established rental location. Your focus is occupancy, realistic net income, operating costs and long-term rental demand — not simply the best-looking view.

Primary goal

Cash flow

02Capital-Appreciation Investor

You Are Investing for Long-Term Growth

You are looking for a strong location, a reputable developer and an asset with lasting demand. You understand that the cheapest entry price is not necessarily the strongest long-term investment.

Primary goal

Growth

03Lifestyle / End-User

You Want a Property You Can Actually Use

You are considering a holiday home, future retirement base or part-time residence that may also be professionally rented when you are not in Phuket.

Primary goal

Lifestyle

Not sure which profile fits you? The webinar will show how location, ownership structure and property type should change depending on your objective.

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Why Phuket

More Than a Holiday Destination

Phuket combines an internationally recognised lifestyle destination with established tourism demand, limited prime coastal locations and several property structures available to overseas buyers.

01

Tourism-Driven Demand

Phuket attracts international visitors throughout the year. In established locations, this creates demand for professionally managed holiday accommodation and high-quality residential property.

02

Limited Prime Locations

Phuket is an island with finite land supply. Established west-coast areas such as Bang Tao, Surin, Kamala and Layan cannot be expanded indefinitely.

03

International Buyer Access

Foreign buyers can access selected property through structures such as condominium freehold or professionally reviewed leasehold arrangements, depending on the project and individual circumstances.

04

Lifestyle and Long-Stay Appeal

For many buyers, Phuket is not purely an investment decision. It can combine rental potential with personal use, retirement planning or extended periods in Thailand.

The opportunity is not simply to buy property in Phuket. The challenge is identifying the right property, in the right location, with the right structure and a realistic financial plan.

Your Advantage

Independent Guidance From Shortlist to Handover

Cross-border property requires more than an attractive brochure. Our role is to help buyers compare the structure, developer, location, costs and practical ownership journey before making a decision.

01

Buyer-Focused Guidance

We begin with your objective — income, growth or lifestyle — and compare projects against that goal rather than simply promoting the lowest-priced unit.

02

Ownership and Legal Review

The relevant ownership structure, title and contractual terms should be reviewed by qualified Thai legal counsel before funds are committed.

03

Developer Due Diligence

We consider delivery history, financial standing, build quality, payment structure, after-sales service and potential resale demand.

04

Realistic Net Numbers

We look beyond advertised gross yields and account for management, vacancy, maintenance, fees and the wider cost of ownership.

05

End-to-End Support

From the first shortlist through project comparison, legal coordination, handover and rental support, the buyer journey is managed step by step.

On the Ground in Phuket

We Inspect Projects Beyond the Renderings

Our team visits selected developments, reviews the location and available units, and captures real viewing footage for overseas buyers. You can understand what is actually being built without relying solely on sales brochures or computer-generated images.

  • On-site project visits
  • Real location and surroundings
  • Current construction progress
  • Live viewing footage
  • Coordination with local professionals

You should not have to fly in blind.

Real Client · Australia

From No Phuket Experience to His First Overseas Property

An Australian buyer approached Costa Global Capital with no previous experience in the Phuket property market and uncertainty about where to begin.

  1. 01

    Clarifying the Objective

    We first identified what the property needed to achieve and explained the differences between income, growth and personal use.

  2. 02

    Creating a Relevant Shortlist

    The available options were narrowed down according to his priorities rather than simply presenting the cheapest property.

  3. 03

    Explaining Ownership and Costs

    The buyer was guided through ownership structures, total acquisition costs and the difference between advertised gross yield and realistic net return.

  4. 04

    Independent Legal Review

    Thai legal counsel was involved to review the relevant title and contractual terms before payment.

  5. 05

    Buying With Greater Clarity

    He proceeded with his first Phuket property after being supported through the selection and review process.

A first-time overseas buyer should never be expected to navigate the market alone.

Free Live Masterclass

Before You Buy in Phuket, Know What to Check

Join the live session and learn how experienced international buyers assess ownership, developers, locations, costs and realistic return expectations.

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Free registration · Live Q&A · Replay for registered attendees

13 August 2026

Sydney · Melbourne · Brisbane7:00 PM
Adelaide6:30 PM
Perth5:00 PM
Live via Zoom · 60 minutes

Meet Your Hosts

The People on Your Side of the Table

Founder & CEO

Mario Costa

Founder of Costa Global Capital, an international property advisory operating across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Phuket. Mario leads investment strategy, developer relationships and cross-border client advisory.

Sales Director

Sam Weeks

Sam leads client advisory and supports buyers throughout the Phuket property journey — from the initial strategy discussion and project comparison through to handover and rental coordination.

Independent, buyer-focused guidance from the first conversation to the final handover.

Free Live Phuket Property Masterclass

Find Out Which Phuket Strategy Fits Your Goals

Join Mario Costa and Sam Weeks for a practical 60-minute session covering ownership structures, investor profiles, developer checks, realistic returns and selected Phuket projects.

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Free registration · Live Q&A · Replay for registered attendees

13 August 2026

Sydney · Melbourne · Brisbane7:00 PM
Adelaide6:30 PM
Perth5:00 PM
Live via Zoom · 60 minutes

Featured in the Live Masterclass

Two Phuket Projects. Two Different Investment Strategies.

During the live masterclass, Mario Costa and Sam Weeks will walk through two selected Phuket developments — including their locations, ownership considerations, payment structures and the type of buyer each project may suit.

Sun Hills Lakeside exterior with tropical landscaping and swimming pool
Sun Hills Lakeside — image 1 of 3
Top Pick 01
Laguna / Bang Tao
Project visualisation

Sun Hills Lakeside

A lakeside development positioned within the wider Laguna and Bang Tao area — close to established resorts, golf, hospitality and long-stay demand.

  • Lakeside setting
  • Established Laguna location
  • Hotel-managed concept
  • Staged payment structure
  • Completion currently indicated for Q3 2027
  • Ownership options subject to unit availability and legal review

Why It Is Being Featured

Sun Hills illustrates how entry price, location, professional management and the wider destination ecosystem can influence an investment decision.

Full numbers shown live
Rhea by Sansiri residential buildings surrounding a landscaped waterfall pool
Rhea by Sansiri — image 1 of 3
Top Pick 02
Surin / Cherng Talay
Project visualisation

Rhea by Sansiri

A branded residential development located approximately 600 metres from Surin Beach, combining beach access, services and a staged route to completion.

  • Approximately 600 m from Surin Beach
  • Branded developer
  • Furnished residential concept
  • Concierge and shared amenities
  • Staged payment structure
  • Ownership subject to availability and legal review

Why It Is Being Featured

Rhea demonstrates how developer reputation, beach proximity, services and resale considerations can affect the quality of an overseas property decision.

Price list and payment plan covered live

Project details, prices, payment structures and availability may change. Current information will be presented during the live session and should be independently reviewed before any purchase decision.

Attendee-Only Bonus

Leave With More Than Just the Presentation

Live attendees will receive additional material to help them compare the projects and understand the available routes more clearly.

01

Current Project Shortlist

A concise overview of selected Phuket projects matched to income, growth and lifestyle objectives.

02

Exclusive Price Lists

The latest available project pricing supplied for informational purposes and subject to availability.

03

Payment-Plan Guide

A clear overview of how staged developer payment plans may work from reservation through to handover.

Bonus materials are provided for educational and informational purposes and do not constitute financial, legal or tax advice.

Free Live Phuket Property Masterclass

Reserve Your Place for the Live Session

Join Mario Costa and Sam Weeks for a practical 60-minute masterclass designed for Australian buyers considering property in Phuket.

Date
Thursday, 13 August 2026
Format
Live via Zoom
Times (AU)
7:00 PM Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane
6:30 PM Adelaide · 5:00 PM Perth
Duration
45-min masterclass + 15-min live Q&A

Hosted by

Mario Costa & Sam Weeks

Ownership structures, developer selection, realistic returns, total cost of buying — plus a walkthrough of two current Phuket projects and an attendee-only bonus pack.

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Thursday, 13 August 2026

Make Your First Phuket Decision an Informed One.

Join the live masterclass and learn what to check before comparing locations, developers, ownership structures and potential returns.

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7:00 PM Sydney · 6:30 PM Adelaide · 5:00 PM Perth · Live via Zoom

Free registration · Live Q&A · Replay planned for registered attendees