Alternatives to Hiring an International Law Firm to Buy Property in South Korea
Most foreigners don't need a $5,000 law firm to buy property in Korea. Here are the four approaches — what each costs, what it covers, and which one fits your situation.
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Average Apartment Price in Seoul (and What Gangnam Really Costs in 2026)
Current average apartment prices in Seoul and Gangnam in 2026 — real figures, district breakdowns, and what they mean for foreign buyers navigating Korea's market.
Beopmusa vs International Law Firm for Korea Property Purchase: Which Do You Actually Need?
For most foreign buyers in Korea, a beopmusa handles the title transfer for under ₩1.2M. Here's when that's enough — and when an international lawyer earns their fee.
Buying Property in Busan as a Foreigner: What the Permit Zone Exemption Actually Means
Busan is outside Seoul's Foreign Land Transaction Permit Zone. Here's what that exemption actually changes for foreign buyers — and what it doesn't — in 2026.
Korea's Foreign Exchange Transaction Act and Housing Lease Protection Act: What Foreign Buyers Must Know
How Korea's Foreign Exchange Transaction Act and Housing Lease Protection Act affect foreign property buyers — capital transfers, tenant rights, and compliance traps.
How to Buy an Apartment in Seoul as a Foreigner: The 2025 Permit Zone Process Step by Step
The complete process for buying residential property in Seoul as a foreigner under the 2025 Foreign Land Transaction Permit Zone rules — from permit application to title registration.
Jeonse vs Wolse: Korea's Two Rental Systems Explained for Expats
Jeonse vs wolse — what they actually are, how they differ, and what the 2025 jeonse collapse means for expats deciding whether to rent or buy in Korea.
Korea Acquisition Tax for Foreign Buyers: Why the Rate Jumps From 1% to 8% to 12%
Korea's acquisition tax for foreign buyers isn't flat — it jumps from 1% to 8% to 12% based on how many properties you own and where they are. Here's the full breakdown.
Buying Property in Korea on an E-2, E-7, or F-4 Visa: What Each Status Actually Gets You
Your visa type determines your mortgage access, permit zone obligations, and lending limits when buying property in South Korea. Here's what each status actually means.