{"id":3690,"date":"2025-05-26T02:00:32","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T02:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gravitybali.com\/?p=3690"},"modified":"2025-05-27T02:08:51","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T02:08:51","slug":"how-to-avoid-scams-when-buying-property-in-bali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gravitybali.com\/en\/how-to-avoid-scams-when-buying-property-in-bali\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Scams When Buying Property in Bali"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3690\" class=\"elementor elementor-3690\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a569da7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7a569da7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3eb09b1b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3eb09b1b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"270\">A dream island\u2026 but a market that must be understood before buying<\/h2><p data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"516\">Buying a villa in Bali can seem like <strong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"332\">an accessible dream<\/strong>: idyllic climate, attractive rental yields, favorable tax conditions\u2026 But behind this postcard image, there are also <strong data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"515\">legal grey areas, unclear practices, and sometimes real scams<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"695\">Every year, foreign investors lose tens of thousands of dollars \u2014 not because of the property itself, but because of a <strong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"694\">lack of preparation, verification, or proper guidance<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"811\">Here\u2019s a <strong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"738\">clear and complete checklist<\/strong> of the most common pitfalls in Bali real estate \u2014 and how to avoid them.<\/p><hr data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"816\" \/><h2 data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"884\">1. Understand the difference between \u201cFreehold\u201d and \u201cLeasehold\u201d<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"933\">It\u2019s the foundation \u2014 and many get it wrong<\/h3><p data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1057\">In Indonesia, <strong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"999\">foreigners cannot legally own land in Freehold<\/strong> (Hak Milik).<br data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1015\" \/>However, they can purchase property under:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1226\"><li data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1148\"><p data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1148\"><strong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1074\">Leasehold<\/strong>: a <strong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1102\">25- to 30-year lease<\/strong>, often renewable (sometimes up to 90 years)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1226\"><p data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1226\">A <strong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1187\">foreign-owned company (PT PMA)<\/strong>, with strict legal structure and usage<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1325\">\ud83d\udea9 <em data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1325\">If someone offers to sell you \u201cFreehold\u201d under your personal name \u2014 it\u2019s illegal. Walk away.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\" \/><h2 data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1377\">2. Always go through an independent notary<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1445\">Don\u2019t rely solely on the seller\u2026 or their \u201crecommended notary\u201d<\/h3><p data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1550\">A local notary is <strong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1498\">required to validate the sale<\/strong>, but some work closely with agencies or developers.<\/p><p data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1565\">\u2705 Be sure to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1820\"><li data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1659\"><p data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1659\">Choose an <strong data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1600\">independent notary<\/strong>, ideally recommended by a legal firm or trusted investor<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1723\"><p data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1723\">Have them <strong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1721\">verify land certificates and ownership rights<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1820\"><p data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1820\">Request a <strong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1775\">fully translated bilingual contract<\/strong> (English\u2013Indonesian) before signing anything<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1927\">\ud83d\udca1 <em data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1927\">A good notary costs around 1% of the sale price. A legal mistake can cost you the entire investment.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\" \/><h2 data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1992\">3. Verify the seller\u2019s identity and all legal documents<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2046\">Identity fraud and double-selling happen in Bali<\/h3><p data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2067\">Before any payment:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2347\"><li data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2128\"><p data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2128\">Request a copy of the <strong data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2107\">SHM or SHGB<\/strong> (land certificate)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2184\"><p data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2184\">Ensure the <strong data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2166\">name exactly matches<\/strong> the seller\u2019s ID<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2247\"><p data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2247\">Ask to see <strong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2220\">original documents<\/strong>, not just phone pictures<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2347\"><p data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2347\">Check that the land is <strong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2313\">free from debt, dispute, or mortgage<\/strong> (verified at the BPN Land Office)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2420\">\ud83d\uded1 <em data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2420\">Many scams start with a \u201cseller\u201d who doesn\u2019t legally own the land.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2425\" \/><h2 data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2488\">4. Never sign or transfer funds without full due diligence<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2523\">No \u201cquick deals,\u201d no pressure<\/h3><p data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2559\">Some pushy agents will ask you to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2691\"><li data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2602\"><p data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2602\">sign a draft agreement without review,<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2645\"><p data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2645\">pay a deposit without valid documents,<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2691\"><p data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2691\">\u201creserve the land\u201d with no legal commitment<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2779\">\u2705 You should always complete full due diligence <strong data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2751\">before<\/strong> signing or paying anything:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"3009\"><li data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2844\"><p data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2844\"><strong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2808\">Legal background check<\/strong> by a notary or real estate lawyer<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2896\"><p data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2896\">Physical <strong data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2875\">site inspection<\/strong> and boundary check<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2959\"><p data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2959\"><strong data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2920\">Permit validation<\/strong> (IMB or PBG \u2014 local building permit)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"3009\"><p data-start=\"2962\" data-end=\"3009\">Verification of <strong data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3009\">access roads and servitudes<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3064\">\ud83d\udd0d <em data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3064\">If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3069\" \/><h2 data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3135\">5. Use a PT PMA structure if you want stronger legal standing<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3174\">For serious, long-term investment<\/h3><p data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3191\">If you plan to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3307\"><li data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3222\"><p data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3222\">make multiple acquisitions<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3261\"><p data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3261\">operate commercial rentals legally<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3307\"><p data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3307\">resell the property later with more options<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3309\" data-end=\"3389\">\u2026 the best solution is to create a <strong data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3389\">foreign-owned Indonesian company (PT PMA)<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3403\">This allows:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3551\"><li data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3474\"><p data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3474\">ownership of property under <strong data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3455\">Hak Guna Bangunan<\/strong> (right to build)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3512\"><p data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3512\">legal operation and rental income<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3551\"><p data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3551\">easier contract execution and resale<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3639\">\ud83d\udccc <em data-start=\"3556\" data-end=\"3639\">Note: This requires a clear business plan, local office, capital, and accounting.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3644\" \/><h2 data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3703\">6. Work only with qualified and verified professionals<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3742\">Your team is your best protection<\/h3><p data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3849\">Many \u201cbrokers\u201d in Bali operate <strong data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3815\">without licenses or legal protection<\/strong> \u2014 they work purely on commission.<\/p><p data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3874\">To secure your project:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"4109\"><li data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3936\"><p data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3936\">Hire a <strong data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"3934\">real estate lawyer fluent in English or French<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3937\" data-end=\"3993\"><p data-start=\"3939\" data-end=\"3993\">Use an <strong data-start=\"3946\" data-end=\"3968\">independent notary<\/strong> with strong references<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4045\"><p data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4045\">Partner with a <strong data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4043\">professional inspection team<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4109\"><p data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4109\">Work with a <strong data-start=\"4060\" data-end=\"4097\">legit property management company<\/strong> for rentals<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4111\" data-end=\"4199\">\ud83c\udf10 <em data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4199\">At Gravity Bali, we only work with <strong data-start=\"4150\" data-end=\"4197\">licensed, insured, and vetted professionals<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"4201\" data-end=\"4204\" \/><h2 data-start=\"4206\" data-end=\"4255\">Real case: how an investor almost lost $50,000<\/h2><p data-start=\"4257\" data-end=\"4430\">In 2022, a Belgian client contacted us after transferring $50,000 to a \u201cland seller\u201d in Bali for a Freehold plot.<br data-start=\"4370\" data-end=\"4373\" \/>Turns out, the person had <strong data-start=\"4399\" data-end=\"4417\">no legal claim<\/strong> to the land.<\/p><p data-start=\"4432\" data-end=\"4534\">With the help of a local lawyer, we managed to stop further damage, but the money was never recovered.<\/p><p data-start=\"4536\" data-end=\"4663\">\ud83d\udc49 <em data-start=\"4539\" data-end=\"4663\">Today, this same client bought a fully compliant Leasehold villa through our network \u2014 and it\u2019s generating strong returns.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"4665\" data-end=\"4668\" \/><h2 data-start=\"4670\" data-end=\"4740\">Conclusion: yes, Bali is an opportunity \u2014 if you&#8217;re properly guided<\/h2><p data-start=\"4742\" data-end=\"4963\">Bali is full of potential, but also full of pitfalls for the unprepared.<br data-start=\"4814\" data-end=\"4817\" \/>By following these steps and working only with qualified professionals, you\u2019ll transform a risky purchase into a <strong data-start=\"4930\" data-end=\"4962\">solid, profitable investment<\/strong>.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A dream island\u2026 but a market that must be understood before buying Buying a villa in Bali can seem like an accessible dream: idyllic climate, attractive rental yields, favorable tax conditions\u2026 But behind this postcard image, there are also legal grey areas, unclear practices, and sometimes real scams. 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