Most investors don’t lose money because of bad intentions.
They lose it because of uninformed decisions.
- Buying land with hidden legal risks
- Partnering with the wrong developer
- Underestimating construction costs and timelines
- Misunderstanding zoning and regulations
- Overpaying for “opportunities” that look good on paper
- Entering projects without proper structure or oversight
These mistakes are common, and often irreversible. Most of them are avoidable if you ask the right questions before you sign.
Bali’s 2026 rules, explained in plain words.
I sat down with Paras of Theta Law and Alberto Furger of Trident Treehouse to go through what changed this year, who is exposed, and what still works for foreign buyers.
Read the full transcriptThe Honest Briefing: the written guide that goes with it
I’ve spent over 20 years in property, and the last years building in Bali. I keep seeing the same mistakes, made by smart people who were told “yes, you can do that” by someone selling them something.
Shanny Advisory is where I write down what I’ve learned: what the law says, what actually happens on the ground, and the questions to ask before money moves. Everything here is free to read and watch.
The free guide
Ownership, rental rules, real yields, tax and exit, in plain language.
What to verify before you sign
Title, zoning, structure, contract, tax, and the village layer the certificate doesn't show.
Short, specific, no hype
The mechanisms behind the headlines, explained the way I'd explain them to a friend.
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Shanny Advisory publishes general information, not advice on your specific situation. In Indonesia, Shanny Poijes is a director of PT Core Group Indonesia, the developer of Core Villas · Seseh, Munggu, Bali. He has a background in real estate development, executive project management, and advising international buyers and investors.