THE BUYDANANG JOURNAL

A little insight.
A clearer next chapter.

Practical reading for finding your place in Vietnam. Understand the costs, explore the neighborhoods, and ask the right questions.

10 in-depth guidesFor international readersEnglish · VND
Illustrative coastal neighborhood with colorful buildings, a bay and green hills
START WITH THE PLACE

Where could you
feel at home?

From Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the central coast, highlands and islands: find the setting that suits your everyday life.

9 min read · LivingExplore the regions

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10 guides

Illustrative bright coastal apartment with a balconyRenting
10 min read

Cost of Renting a House or Apartment in Vietnam: A Foreigner’s Guide

Understand Vietnam rental costs, deposits, utilities and lease terms, with dated market context and a practical budget checklist for foreigners.

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Illustrative residential buildings beside a coastal gardenBuying
9 min read

Cost of Buying a House or Condo in Vietnam: A Foreigner’s Budget Guide

Understand Vietnam home prices, purchase costs, running expenses and foreign-buyer eligibility before budgeting for a house or condo.

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Illustrative keys and a blank document folder on a wooden tableBuying
9 min read

Can Foreigners Own Property in Vietnam? Benefits, Limits and the Ownership Term

Understand foreign housing ownership in Vietnam, eligibility, the certificate term, ownership limits and the practical benefits and drawbacks.

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Illustrative café scene with coffee, fresh produce and a bicycleLiving
9 min read

Cost of Living in Vietnam for Expats: Build a Budget That Fits Your Life

Plan an expat budget for Vietnam covering rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, work, travel and the cash needed to move.

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Illustrative coastal neighborhood with colorful buildings, a bay and green hillsLiving
9 min read

Best Places to Live in Vietnam: Regions, Cities and Neighborhoods for Expats

Compare Hanoi, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, coastal cities, highlands and islands through the everyday needs of an expat household.

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Illustrative apartment balcony overlooking residential buildingsBuying
8 min read

Rising Rents in Vietnam: Is It a Good Time to Buy a Home?

Evaluate a rent increase against real purchase costs, your length of stay, foreign ownership conditions and the flexibility you need.

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Illustrative plain navy document cover and keys without identity detailsResidency
8 min read

Buying Property in Vietnam and a TRC: What Foreigners Need to Know

Does buying a home in Vietnam give you a temporary residence card? Understand TRC categories, investment claims and accommodation declarations.

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AI illustration of adults chatting at a coastal café; not an actual tourTours
8 min read

Da Nang Group Housing Tours: Explore Homes, Neighborhoods and a Social Finish

Explore BuyDaNang’s proposed group housing-tour concept: neighborhood orientation, representative homes and an optional café or drinks finish.

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Illustrative floor-plan sketch, measuring tape and keysBuying
8 min read

Buying Property in Vietnam: A Foreign Buyer’s Due-Diligence Checklist

A step-by-step foreign-buyer checklist for eligibility, title, seller authority, costs, contracts, inspection, handover and future ownership.

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Illustrative balcony with two coffee cups overlooking the coastBuying
8 min read

Rent or Buy in Vietnam? A Practical Decision Guide for Foreign Residents

Compare renting and buying in Vietnam through full costs, ownership rights, residency plans, maintenance and the flexibility your household needs.

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Published by BuyDaNang. Costs use clearly dated sources; illustrations do not show available properties. Legal and immigration guides provide general information and need professional review for your circumstances.