LAZARUSDAL
American expat in Thailand
Forum posts
56
About me
American
Lives in Saraburi, Sara Buri
Speaks english
Registration: 27 January 2019
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Secure your financial assets as an expat in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Thailand, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We’d love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: how ...
I use Etrade mutual funds and Coinbase for digital coin investment ... have for years , only have local bank accounts for paying for day to day expenses , invest in Thailand ...lol .. other than having bought a house outright for cash 6 years ago ... Read More
Using an agent for retirement Visa by wozzlegummich
I been watching videos and reading a lot about using an agent to get an AO retirement visa. It's expensive but it looks like they circumvent the need to put a large sum of money in a Thai bank. Also, they do all the leg work.Are they legal and ...
you can not change or circumvent the rules .. it is against the law for the agent and you ... they set the rules and you should obey them ... 800,000 baht season 3 months is the rule as they don't want dead beat retirees on the national health care ... Read More
Utilities and cost in Jomtien by midge6262
Hi we are moving to Jomtien in June and would like to have a rough idea of utility and service costs for a large 2 bedroom condominium, there will be two people living there I understand that we cannot be given an exact cost but would appreciate an ...
in Saraburi with 2 AC units running on low for 1/2 a day's for the one and all night for the other , both set at 28 we paid 3500 baht for the month but very hot and humid so had to do ... still far less than what I would pay for heating in upstate ... Read More
Your first days in your home in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Do you remember the first time you set foot in Thailand? One of your main concerns must have been the settling down process in your new home. Share your experience and tell us what it was like to find your new home in Thailand ...
@Cheryl my mother in law was on the look out for a place for us in a quiet secluded neighborhood where her sister lived , we first rented a row house just down the street and when a row house became available we bought it , cash with no negotiation ... Read More
Buying a house in Thailand by scbrock
Currently, I own a condo in Phuket but it is a studio so rathersmall and noisy during high season.So a friend a Thai lady introduced me to her best friend thathas a house for sale. As most people know foreigners cannotown property here but can own ...
@scbrock well enjoy ... but I am a retired engineer and have no use for beaches ... sand and salt ... not my thing ... warm balmy breezes and great cheap food and , almost no traffic are my thing .. I have extensive hobbies that keep me plenty busy ... Read More
Buying a house in Thailand by scbrock
Currently, I own a condo in Phuket but it is a studio so rathersmall and noisy during high season.So a friend a Thai lady introduced me to her best friend thathas a house for sale. As most people know foreigners cannotown property here but can own ...
another thought ... why live in Phuket one of the most expensive places in Thailand ... just to say ... I live in Saraburi 90 km north of BKK a 1100 sq ft house 2 bed 2 bath in a nice Thai neighborhood in the town with city water and sewage and ... Read More
The cost of Living in Thailand in 2023 by Mickael
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience on the evolution of the cost of living in the region or city where you live in order to answer future requests for information from new members of the site who would like to ...
@williebafc yes I have several million baht in the bank locally for health care ... piss on insurance paid for it for 40 plus years and never used it should have self insured from the beginning and invested the monies in the market ... I would be ... Read More
The cost of Living in Thailand in 2023 by Mickael
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience on the evolution of the cost of living in the region or city where you live in order to answer future requests for information from new members of the site who would like to ...
So living in Saraburi 90 km north of Bkk, own a house 1100 sq/ft 2 bedroom 2 baths concrete row house , cost 800,000 baht cash, so no rent or mortgage .. we do our own cooking for the most part from local stuff at the open air markets so food costs ... Read More
If you take thaiwife to western country, how much providing? by expatfan1111
Hi.So if you travel to thailand to find a wife, and bring him back home to a western country, how much you should provide money for the wife?im figuring out something like, when you are in the thailand, something like 300usd a month will be enough ...
I am married now 10 years and have retired to Thailand after we wed and lived in the US for 8 years ... no problems , 26 year difference , large family here for social support , and I certainly make my monthly contribution , to every thing for 3 ... Read More
Bank card in Thailand by Barladak
Hello!Can I get a bank card in Thailand without being a resident of the country? (I'm from Russia).If yes, which bank?
@kschindl you do realize a work permit and earnings statement indicate you are a resident ... did you not read the question ? Read More
Purchase insurance from Thailand or U.S.? by vinster
Hi all,I'm moving to Thailand from the U.S. in a few weeks and have some insurance questions.1. I'm guessing that Thai providers would be much cheaper than American companies. Should I buy insurance from Thailand or buy international insurance while ...
retired living in Thailand full time , preexisting heart condition , stable and controlled with medication, and eating right and daily exercise, as for health insurance , easier and far cheaper to self insure and pt the monthly money in to Etrade ... Read More
Good news! Entering Thailand as a nonvaccinated visitor/tourist by Aidan in HCMC
A friend Of mine visiting from Canada returned to Vietnam tonight from his air-border run to Bangkok, Thailand.His only requirements to enter Thailand (without enduring a quarantine), were 1) a PCR negative test result taken within 72 hours ...
@Aidan in HCMC why would anyone travel unvaccinated and put the local population at risk ... mind boggling Read More
Is 1 million Thai baht too much for Sin sod Thailand by Dazzling Racoon
Hi friends, I’ll explain my circumstance and appreciate any constructive advice. Try not to judge me too much or tear me apart if you do. I’ve done my research on the topic and understand the sliding scale on expected sin sod ie. 100k - ...
I was asked for Sin Sod and we worked out the expenses for the modest 100 person wedding and other expenses then the family put up gold and cash from the bank to make a good show at the wedding ... so family attending think I am decently well off ... Read More
volunteering anywhere in thailand without paying some organization? by johnscrochet
Hi! My wife and I will be in Thailand indefintely. Some time in Bangkok and some up north. Is anyone aware of a way we can get involved with community projects on a local level? We recently spent time in some Favelas in Rio de Janeiro hanging out ...
And if they catch you .... they will deport you they are very serious about their visa system .... do not play stupid that will win no points ... you will have to find an organization that will support your volunteer visa application first ... then ... Read More
Writing a book about my life in pattaya. by pussygaloresports
I have lived here in pattaya since 1996 until present running successful businesses. Now I'm writing a book about my life and how I came to pattaya and how I never left. I owned pussy galore sports bar for 18 years. I am looking for anyone who ...
wow talk about ego ... writing a book about exploiting young vulnerable woman ... nice ... glad you were so successful ... were they ? well paid ? safe ? encouraged to go on to better things ? I guess the name of the bar says it all .... ... Read More