How it works

Investing in Bali shouldn’t feel like jumping into the unknown.
This is the simple, three-phase process Santiago uses to guide you from first idea to finished villa.

Phase 1 – Clarity & Strategy

Before looking at land, we make sure you’re clear on what you really want and what’s realistic in Bali.

We talk about:

  • your goals (lifestyle, investment, or both),
  • how much time you plan to spend in Bali,
  • your budget and risk tolerance.

Santiago explains:

  • how land ownership works for foreigners
  • the difference between buying land vs. an existing villa
  • what typical timelines and budgets look like.

Together you build:

A simple, realistic plan that feels right to you.

If you want to dig deeper into legal structures and common mistakes, see:

If you want to see how this phase looks in practice, check Vincent’s architect-led project.

Phase 2 – Deal Sourcing & Legal Safety

Once you’re clear on your direction, Santiago helps you find real opportunities and protect your rights.

You only see land or villas that:

  • match your agreed criteria,
  • come through Santiago’s trusted local network,
  • have been pre-filtered for obvious red flags.

Santiago:

  • negotiates based on real costs, not inflated “foreigner prices”,
  • connects you with notaries and lawyers he has already worked with,
  • makes sure contracts are explained in plain language.

You move at your own pace, with space to say no or pause if something doesn’t feel right.

You can read more about how Santiago approaches safety in:

See how this phase looks in practice in a Belgian couple’s three-villa retirement plan.

Phase 3 – Project Coordination & Management

After securing the land or villa, Santiago stays with you so the project doesn’t become a source of stress.

He connects you with:

  • architects, builders, and engineers he already knows,
  • specialists for permits and licenses,
  • property managers if you plan to rent the villa out.

He helps you:

  • align budget, design, and timeline before work starts,
  • keep communication clear between all parties,
  • avoid small misunderstandings that become expensive problems.

If you’re not in Bali during the project:

  • you receive regular updates,
  • you always have someone local looking out for your interests.

See how this looks in practice in these projects:

What working together actually looks like

  1. First conversation

    You share your story, goals, and questions. Santiago listens, asks clarifying questions, and gives you an honest first impression of whether your plan is realistic.

  2. Follow-up summary

    After the call, Santiago sends a simple summary of what you discussed and what the next steps could be — with no obligation to move forward.

  3. You decide if you want to continue

    If it feels right, you move into Phase 1 officially. If not, you still walk away with clarity and a better understanding of the Bali landscape.

Questions people often ask

  • It depends on your goals, budget, and what you want to do with the property. In Phase 1, Santiago and the legal team help you understand the options and whether a company structure makes sense in your case.

  • There’s no single number. Some people start by securing land in an emerging area; others go straight into a full villa build. The first call is used to understand your situation and see if there’s a realistic path that fits your budget.

  • Santiago does not earn commissions from sellers. His role is to represent you. His compensation comes from you as the buyer, agreed transparently before work starts, so his incentives stay aligned with yours.

Ready to see if this could work for you?

You don’t have to decide anything today. The first step is simply a conversation to see whether investing in Bali makes sense for you right now.

Talk to Santiago

One simple conversation. No pressure.

Santiago wearing a white tshirt standing and looking straight to the camera, with plants in the background