Bank To Auction Properties

PHUKET: A number of local properties will go under the hammer at the Patong and Chao Fa Road branches of Siam Commercial Bank from January 22 through 24. They include 16 townhouses, 20 detached homes, several condominium units, 26 shophouses, and land. Prices for some of the properties are expected to reach 40 million baht, while others will change hands for as little as 270,000 baht, a bank spokesman said. Bids can be placed at the bank between 9:30 am and 6 pm.