Villas in Bali: a Guide for Investors and Digital Nomads. How to Buy, Sell, or Manage Your Property in a Tropical Paradise.

Villas in Bali: a Guide for Investors and Digital Nomads. How to Buy, Sell, or Manage Your Property in a Tropical Paradise.

Margarita
This guide is perfect for those who want to own a villa in Bali but don’t know where to start. What you will learn from the guide: • Efficient and secure real estate transactions in Bali. • Legal and financial aspects. Real ROI figures. Taxes and fees. • How the transaction process works + practical tips for choosing your ideal villa. In this guide, I share my personal experience of buying and selling a villa in Bali. Bonus: reliable and personally verified real estate agencies and management companies you can trust with your villa.
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Introduction

Hi! My name is Margarita Kulam.

I’ve been living in Asia for almost 10 years, combining immigration with entrepreneurship. In 2022, I moved from China to Bali and became interested in purchasing a villa for investment purposes. I spent several months studying the local real estate market, comparing different types of villas, areas, and offers. Eventually, I chose a promising project from an Italian developer and made a deposit. The villa was completed right on time, and I handled the interior decoration and design. A few months later, it was purchased by a French couple. It was their fifth property on the island, and they didn’t even fly over for the transaction, completing everything through a power of attorney at a notary. Over the 14-month cycle, I earned a 23% profit after taxes and commissions.

Through this sale, I gained invaluable experience, which has now provided me with the best contacts and a solid understanding of the key principles of the real estate market in Bali. I saw the entire process from the inside. I learned how to negotiate lower prices and secure better terms for myself. For months, I observed other projects, interacted with agents, and, based on personal experience, understood which developers are worth working with and which are not.

Today, I’m excited to share this valuable information with you, so your journey of investing in villas in Bali can be as safe and profitable as possible.

Module 1: Essentials of the Real Estate in Bali

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Margarita
Hi, I'm Margarita! Immigrant, creator, and entrepreneur. I’ve been living in Asia since 2015. Seven of those years I spent in Guangzhou, in the south of China. During that time, I launched my own trading company, built strong relationships with factories, and gained invaluable experience in sourcing, logistics, manufacturing, and international trade. Afterward, I moved to Bali and spent two amazing years on the island. While there, I jumped into the world of investment real estate, built my own villa, designed it myself, and eventually sold the finished property. I collaborated with 15 real estate agencies and got to know the entire process inside out. In 2024, I relocated to Singapore, where I now offer consultations to entrepreneurs, investors, and travelers. I’d be happy to share my experiences with you too! I’m also a professional hotel guest who creates high-quality content for luxury hotels. You can check out my portfolio and services on my website https://www.margarita-kulam.com/
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