Bali’s Property Taxes Will Rise, Who Wins, Who Looses

Bali’s Property Taxes Are Rising , Here’s What Infrastructure Has to Do With It Infrastructure expansion in Bali , from toll road plans to new tourism zones and improved access roads, has significantly increased land values. As land prices rise, NJOP (Government Assessed Property Value) follows, directly impacting annual property tax (PBB). This article explores […]
Gianyar Pangkas Pajak, Cara Cerdas Menjaga Sawah Bali Tetap Hijau

Pemerintah Kabupaten Gianyar di Bali resmi menerapkan pembebasan Pajak Bumi dan Bangunan (PBB) untuk rumah tinggal dan lahan pertanian/tegalan mulai tahun 2026, langkah yang dirancang untuk meringankan beban ekonomi masyarakat dan melindungi fungsi lahan produktif. Dengan kebijakan ini, warga tidak perlu membayar PBB untuk hunian dan tanah pertanian, sementara sektor usaha mendapatkan PBB baru dengan tarif yang jauh lebih tinggi sehingga diharapkan bisa mendukung pendapatan daerah. Kebijakan ini juga menjadi bagian dari upaya yang lebih luas untuk mempertahankan lanskap hijau Bali dan memastikan pariwisata budaya tetap kuat di masa depan. Berikut tinjauan lengkapnya serta apa artinya bagi pemilik tanah, investor, dan masa depan Bali.
This is Why Due Diligence Is Critical in Land Transactions

Land is often considered one of the safest investments. However, without proper due diligence, land transactions can quickly turn into costly legal disputes. This article explains why due diligence is essential in land purchases, what should be examined, common hidden risks, and how proper due diligence protects buyers and investors—especially in emerging markets like Indonesia and Bali.
How to Convert Old Land Documents into a Legal Land Certificate in Indonesia

Many landowners in Indonesia still rely on old land documents such as girik, petok D, or village letters. While historically recognized, these documents do not provide full legal certainty. This article explains how to convert old land documents into official land certificates, the legal process, costs, timelines, risks, and how certification significantly increases land value and investment security.
Important Things to Consider in Land Transactions if the Owner Dies

Land transactions often become legally complex when the registered owner has passed away. The risks increase significantly if the land certificate is outdated or the land is classified as duwe tengah (joint family ownership). This in-depth article explains whether leasing or selling inherited land is legally possible, the required procedures, essential documents, and when a family lineage statement and Deed of Inheritance are mandatory. A practical legal guide for landowners, heirs, investors, and tenants in Indonesia.
What Is RDTR And Why Does It Matter So Much?

ali’s RDTR zoning system is designed to bring order and sustainability to spatial development. Yet on the ground, investors and landowners often face a very different reality. This article explores the growing conflict between zoning regulations and real-world conditions in Bali, its impact on property investment, and the overlooked opportunities hidden within these tensions.
Peringatan: Dokumen Tanah Anda Mungkin Tidak Bernilai Setelah Tahun 2026

Mulai 2 Februari 2026, berbagai dokumen kepemilikan tanah tradisional seperti Girik, Letter C, Petok D, Landrente, dan sejumlah lainnya akan tidak lagi diakui sebagai bukti kepemilikan sah di mata hukum Indonesia. Kebijakan ini merupakan bagian dari program modernisasi sistem pertanahan nasional berdasarkan Peraturan Pemerintah No. 18 Tahun 2021 dan Peraturan Menteri ATR/BPN No. 16 Tahun 2021. Artikel ini menjelaskan secara lengkap daftar dokumen yang tak berlaku lagi, risiko yang mungkin dihadapi pemilik tanah, serta langkah yang harus dilakukan agar hak atas tanah tetap kuat secara hukum.
Bali’s Mangroves at a Crossroads: Green Tourism or Clever Greenwashing?

Bali’s mangroves are more than coastal forests they are the island’s last natural defence. Yet amid the global push for “green tourism”, these fragile ecosystems face growing pressure from development dressed in sustainability language. Is Bali genuinely moving towards responsible tourism, or is greenwashing quietly reshaping its coastline?
Hal Penting Dalam Transaksi Tanah Jika Pemilik Meninggal Dunia

Transaksi sewa menyewa maupun jual beli tanah sering kali menjadi rumit ketika pemilik tanah meninggal dunia. Risiko semakin besar apabila sertifikat masih sertifikat lama atau status tanah adalah duwe tengah. Artikel ini membahas secara lengkap dan praktis: apakah transaksi tetap sah, bagaimana prosedur hukumnya, dokumen apa saja yang dibutuhkan, serta kapan dan bagaimana Akta Waris wajib dibuat agar tidak menimbulkan konflik di kemudian hari. Panduan penting bagi pemilik tanah, ahli waris, dan investor properti.
Bali Is Not Anti-Investment , This Is Where It Says “Enough”

Large-scale investment continues to flow into Bali, fuelling economic growth and rapid development. Yet at the same time, Bali’s global image as a spiritual and nature-based island is under increasing pressure. Must investment and identity collide, or can they be aligned to secure Bali’s future?