NovCambodia real estate: guides & breakdowns
Laws, taxes, Phnom Penh districts, yields and deal mechanics - no marketing fog.
Cost of living in Phnom Penh for a family in 2026
A family budget with one child: housing, school fees, food, transport, insurance and healthcare.
Living: daily lifeGroceries and food in Phnom Penh
Where to buy groceries and what food costs: markets, supermarkets, delivery and imported products.
Vetting a developerHow to vet a developer in Cambodia
Which documents to request, how to check licences, permits and the track record, and how to do it remotely.
SPA contractSPA contract in Cambodia: what to check
What the sale and purchase agreement fixes, which clauses to check, and where the risks usually hide.
PaymentsHow to pay for an apartment in Cambodia
What currency the deal is in, how payments to the developer work, and how to transfer money safely.
Yield and guaranteesGuaranteed rent and buy-back: what to check
How GRR and buy-back work, how total return differs from net profit, and where the risks hide.
Owner costsApartment upkeep in Phnom Penh: the costs
What the owner’s recurring costs consist of: service charge, tax, utilities and rental management.
Living: housingStudio vs one-bedroom in Phnom Penh
Studios vs one-bedroom apartments compared: entry price, tenants, layouts, costs and liquidity.
City livingLiving in Phnom Penh: pros and cons
An honest look at housing, costs, transport, healthcare, schools, climate, safety and who the city suits.
City livingPhnom Penh or Siem Reap for living
The two cities compared for everyday life: costs, jobs, housing, healthcare, schools, transport and pace.
Visas & statusLong-stay visas for Cambodia in 2026
Type E, EB, EG, ER and ES extensions, documents, work permits, travel and family status.
WorkWorking in Cambodia as a foreigner
How foreigners find work: in-demand skills, salaries, contracts, visas, work permits, tax and risks.