Desmond Hughes explains the issues that can occur if you assume that even with a 50:50 agreement between you and your Thai wife/husband that various rules relating to condominiums and financing a purchase can result in you being forced to forego all of your legal interest in a condominium unit. Most people assume property law restrictions are designed to protect land, however, there are other restrictions such as these which further prevent foreigners from benefitting from what may be a legitimate and legal contribution to the marriage.