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Venice's Tourist Tax May Reshape Bali: South Lombok Could Win
Venice raises daily tourist taxes to manage overtourism. If Bali follows, South Lombok's +40–50% growth and lower costs position it to capture Bali overflow, boosting villa yields for property investo
Bali's Wave Warning: Why Investors Are Looking South to Lombok
High wave warnings disrupt Bali tourism. How Bali's congestion and weather volatility are driving investor interest toward Lombok's younger, less crowded, higher-yielding market.
Bali's Border Tightening Opens Doors for Lombok's Investment Case
As Bali implements stricter entry controls amid COVID-19 concerns, property investors are redirecting capital to Lombok, where lower prices, rising tourism, and MotoGP infrastructure offer steadier re
Property Taxes and Transaction Costs for Foreign Buyers in Indonesia
Foreign buyers in Indonesia pay BPHTB transfer duty of around 5% of the assessed value at the point of sale, plus a modest annual land and building tax called PBB. New-build villas attract VAT at 11%. Sellers pay a 2.5% income tax on the transaction. A tax ID number (NPWP) is required throughout.
How to Sell Property in Lombok as a Foreigner: Exit, Resale and Capital Gains
Foreigners selling Lombok property transfer either a leasehold agreement, a PT PMA company share package, or a Hak Pakai right. Indonesian law levies a 2.5% final income tax on the gross sale price, paid by the seller. Repatriation of proceeds is permitted through authorised foreign-exchange banks.
Indonesia Second Home Visa and KITAS: A Practical Guide for Property Owners
Indonesia's Second Home Visa (E33) offers five or ten-year multi-entry residency without requiring a property purchase, though qualifying property ownership can satisfy the financial-proof requirement. Holders of a KITAS or KITAP residency permit can register land under Hak Pakai, the only personal
The PPAT Notary Process: PPJB, AJB and Title Transfer in Lombok
Buying property in Lombok involves two notarised deeds: the PPJB, a binding conditional agreement signed before funds fully clear, and the AJB, the deed of sale that actually transfers legal title. A licensed PPAT notary executes both. BPN registration of the AJB then updates the land certificate in
Financing a Lombok Villa: Mortgages, Payment Plans and IDR Currency Risk
Indonesian banks do not lend to foreign buyers, so financing a Lombok villa means paying cash, releasing equity at home, or spreading payments across a developer's staged plan. Currency risk is real: the rupiah fluctuates against the euro, pound and dollar, and most running costs on the ground are q
Rupiah Under Pressure: How Capital Flight Reshapes Lombok Values
President Prabowo links rupiah weakness to capital flight. For Lombok property investors, weaker rupiah lowers entry costs but signals macro instability—requiring careful currency hedging.
Bali's Security Burden Signals Overtourism—Lombok Investors Should Take Note
With Bali's police patrolling peak crowds, overseas arrivals discover South Lombok's quieter resorts and strong appreciation. Tourism up 40-50% YoY, yields 7-12% net. Your entry point?
Is Lombok a good investment in 2026? An honest verdict
Quick answer: yes, for a patient buyer with a five-year-plus horizon. South Lombok entry prices sit 40 to 55 percent below comparable Bali assets, honest net yields run 7 to 12 percent, and infrastructure is compounding. The trade-offs are lower liquidity and shallower rental demand than Bali.
Java's Grid Crisis Drives Tourism Capital to Lombok
Government efforts to stabilise Java's electricity grid highlight infrastructure gaps across Indonesia's tourism zones. South Lombok developments, built with modern power systems, are positioned to ab
Bali's Arts Boom Is Redirecting Investors to Cheaper Lombok
Bali's arts festivals are booming, but villa prices now run USD 400–800K. Investors are turning to Lombok, where comparable properties start at EUR 95K and yields hit 7–12% net.
Bali's LRT Plans Expose Infrastructure Strain: Here's Why Lombok Investors Are Smiling
Bali's new Light Rail Transit plans signal the island's growing congestion. For property investors, the message is clear: early-stage Lombok is where the overflow demand is heading.
Why Bali's Thriving Entertainment Scene Is a Wake-Up Call for Lombok Investors
When Pandji Pragiwaksoko hosts international stand-up talent in Bali, it underlines the island's tourism maturity. But for investors, Lombok's emerging infrastructure presents a compelling counter-pla
MotoGP's $278 Million Wake-Up Call for Lombok Property Investors
MotoGP's US$278 million economic boost validates Lombok's tourism maturity. Villa investors gain from occupancy recovery, 40-50% annual tourist growth, and 14-22% net yields in Mandalika zone, now up
Why Bali's Crowded Tourism Boom Is Driving Investors to Lombok
Bali's tourism infrastructure is now complete—and expensive. Lombok, meanwhile, is in its growth phase: foreign arrivals up 40-50% YoY, villas at 1/3 Bali's price, yields 7-12% net. Smart investors ar
Rupiah Strength: What Indonesia's Foreign-Capital Surge Means for Lombok Investors
Foreign capital inflows into Indonesian rupiah securities are stabilising the currency and anchoring Lombok's property outlook. Here's why macro stability matters to your villa investment.
How Rupiah Weakness Is Redirecting Investors from Bali to Lombok
As the Indonesian Rupiah weakens against the dollar, Bali's rising costs are creating unexpected advantages for property investors eyeing South Lombok's emerging alternative.
Beyond the Summit: How Mount Rinjani's Trekking Boom Powers Lombok's Real Estate Growth
Lombok's Mount Rinjani trekking surge signals rising adventure tourism and longer visitor stays, directly driving accommodation demand and supporting investment-grade property yields across the island
Mandalika MotoGP Generates $278 Million Economic Impact: Lombok's Catalyst Delivers
Official figures confirm MotoGP Mandalika generated US$278 million in economic impact, validating Lombok's infrastructure thesis and reinforcing rental momentum across six investment zones.
Bali's Hidden Gems Paradox: Saturation Signals South Lombok Opportunity
As Bali reaches saturation, South Lombok's early-cycle villas—EUR 95K–350K—offer the authenticity and yield Bali tourists now chase. Entry price 50% lower; zone growth +22–47% YoY; net yields 7–12%.
When the Rupiah Holds: Foreign Confidence Signals Firmer Ground for Lombok Investors
Rising foreign inflows into Indonesian rupiah securities signal strengthening macroeconomic confidence in Indonesia. For Lombok villa investors, that means reduced currency volatility and sustained to
Bali's Event Economy Boom Is Pushing Smart Investors to Lombok
Bali's tourism boom compresses yields. Lombok grows 40–50% annually, entry prices 60–70% lower, and yields 7–12% net. Why timing matters for early-cycle investors.