Super great advise Chuck! When I married my Thai wife, it was my first time to rural Nikhom Nam Un and her family's house was closer to a barn by western standards, but I loved every minute of it. Now when I go back, sometimes it is super hot and there is nothing to do but watch the motor bikes drive by, but it is a life style that is so far removed from the US that I enjoy it. Like you said all about being flexible.
Hey Chuck and Paige, you touched on some of the mistakes I made when I first came to Thailand. I came for 3 months and that was 16 years ago. I did have some difficulty in the beginning but I think I have worked through most of that. So after 16 years I think I'll just stick around and see what happens over the next 16 years. That will put me at 91 young years old. Lol
All good points for anybody, plus you don’t have to restrict yourself to Thailand, SE Asia as a whole is wonderful to explore also, every country is unique and affordable imo!
I think Cha-am is the best place, lovely beach, close to Bangkok but far enough away, good expat community, good restaurants etc, I fully recommend it.
Thanks Chuck very good advice. We've done what you suggested and visited a few different areas before settling in the rural area outside Cha-am. Renting for sure so we have flexibility if things change. We've rented in Australia, where we're from, for the last few years too. Own nothing be happy! I like how you are able to enjoy the best of home and away whenever you like. We'll do some more travelling too as I get itchy feet often.
Will be relocating to Chiang Mai later in the year. I find it's a good mix,not as busy as Bangkok but still lots to do and a decent amount of expats if you need some moral support. Good video today.👍
Hi, Chuck & Paige, I enjoyed your video. Where should I live question, how can you answer that we are all different and want different things? The main thing is not to get hooked into an area, or place because as it is not your home country everything is subject to change. I would only buy if I met someone with kids and I wanted to secure their future. The price of rentals is very reasonable and if you don't like it you can just move on. Nothing is set in stone, go with the flow as you say be flexible and you will have a great time. Kara's place in PKK $2000 initial costs for a year, the next year will be cheaper. So even if things were to go bad to walk away from $2000 it can be absorbed without breaking the bank. I would buy a bike/scooter as it will be well used and you can keep it maintained to a high safety standard. No compromise on safety. Kara's electric vehicle would suit me for local living. As I would not be living in a big city so traffic is not insane. I am impressed with PKK where Mom is. It has everything I am seeking and a little America with Soy America I'm a Brit but I'm sure that would not be an issue. The quiet life for me and everything is subject to change. What more could you want. Take care GOD Bless you and yours. M
Good Morning. Great advice to others. Have a great day. I am late watching this video. Very busy week. My son gets married at the weekend. Exciting times
Good advice. I started off this adventure in Patong about 4 years ago. It was great . . . for about a month! LOL Awesome place to go on a holiday, but for me, not a long-term solution.. I ended up in Maha Sarakham on a farm oustside a small village. I come from a rural part of America, and enjoy the slower Thai-style life. Not for everyone by any means. But it works, at least for now, for me. Don't think that living in a more secluded area of Thailand is always cheap either. It all depends on what you want to do. I have invested about 3,000,000 baht (+/- 90,000 USD depending on exchange rate) in what I have. The main house, guest cottage, hog barns, gardens, car/motorbikes, etc.. It adds up, even in Thailand! And I don't "own" anything, nor can I ever as an expat. It is all based on agreements with the land holder. And as you said, living in a small village presents it's own challenges. Other than the people on the farm, I have only found one other person in the area that speaks somewhat fluent English. The nearest expat community is about 60 km away. So, I am trying to learn Thai, another challenge in itself. And depending on immigration, everything could change to the point I may have to go elsewhere. It is what it is, especially since my long-term status hasn't been determined yet. But the 'risks' are something I am willing to accept to be where I am. Look around. Find a place, or several, that you might want to stay. Live there for a while and see if it is what you want BEFORE deciding to go all in. Saves a LOT of headaches over time. Good stuff Chuck! Looking forward to the next adventure you take us on.
Great information. Thank you for another great video. Lots of good info and really common sense stuff about being in a different country. Different rules, customs, culture. Beautiful people in Thailand. Respect them and you will get it back tenfold. Always be nice and courteous. Understanding and have patience- Thanks for sharing Chuck. God bless and keep having fun! 😎🍺🇹🇭🇺🇸
I’m currently happy and anchored in Korat with my Wife’s parents for now. Korat is a big city. We’re mobile now with a car now and are adventuring out. Going to check out Hau Hin again. I like the idea of a gated community as the racket here never stops. Funerals, marriages, events, birthdays. Every time the HUGE mobile stereo speakers arrive and it’s three says of non stop Boom, Boom, Boom. Now we have homes being build and it’s like living alongside major highway construction. I want something already build, quiet and established.
I prefer to rent as I get older especially in places like Thailand. Why buy? A house or condo is a liability unfortunately. Renting and investing my money in dividend producing ETFs and using dividends to pay for my living expenses.
If i was lucky enough to live in Thailand i'd 100% rent forever ,Love the thought of just moving from one place to another on a whim .Would love to start in Udon Thani because i'd have the time just to live there and relax for awhile and not count the days until my holiday finishes 😒
You Right be Flexible because Thailand have so much to Offers to the People want to live is no matter where are you From definitely this is a Paradise in The Earth 🌎
Chuck, this is one of your best videos ever. I am so happy to farm in Nakhon Phanom, but I also love to travel! I’d love to rent a beach shack just about anywhere. Thank you sir.
As Chuck advices: Don't make the decision to move based on your holiday experience! Living in Thailand is completely different to holidaying here. Do your research first.
hopefully by the end of the year we will be moving there, My Thai wife already has some small units in Bangkok , but we have decided we want to live in the Pak Nam Pran area just below Hua Hin for a year to see if we like it but we have to wait until house is repaired after a burst pipe flooded our house then its on the market and and the process of moving to Thailand begins!
Top of the morning, Chuck !! Well done..great info and insight. So, based on your announcement in yesterdays episode from Udon Thani ….although I am already locked in to my place…I was expecting a recommendation from you of where you think is the best place to settle down in Thailand…generally speaking , of course , as we know everyone’s situation is different. You have said before and even in yesterdays video…that Udon Thani would be your choice for long term residence…..so, that’s your personal choice ? Ok…thanks for the video, as usual…c u on the next one…😊
You should know Ron by now my choice is move around like a tourist. No matter what we do as foreigners and Thailand will always be treated like a Taurus anyway.
Yes…I agree 100%…and still, Chuck, the 64 Thousand dollar question is…..Chuck, all things considered, where in Thailand would you make a home base ? I think many subs/viewers would just like to hear your choice….hypothetically …:-)).
Making a lot of sense. Renting allows for both flexibility and a realistic look at your budgeting needs. Ownership in Thailand is sometimes a false security. What you think your investment is worth can and will change dramatically over time and I'm not saying it will increase either though anything is possible.
Have visited many times over the last 25 years. I have never done more than 30 days at a time, my body can't take it. And the Thai language is my barrier. Starting a new relationship with my 4th Thai partner. For a gay person, Jomtien has I think the best community. (Like Brighton in the UK, but better weather). Made the mistake last month of venturing into Bangkok. And don't buy, rent.
Lol so the whole time you were talking about flexibility. I was just thinking the words you were saying "get up wnd out of merica ASAP and get your ass to thailand NOW....." .....LOL... Anyway back to waiting.... 😭
Best thing for Farang is to learn Thai to a good standard. If you can’t speak Thai then you are losing out a massive amount of the culture and you will never really understand Thailand. For a farang with no Thai living in a small town it would be hell. If you don’t want to learn or speak Thai to a decent standard it’s best for Farang to live in the entertainment areas like BKK or Phuket where there are lots of English speakers and other Farangs.
Totally agree. Check it out for a year before you decide to throw money down on a condo. It'll suck if you spend the money on something only to discover a flock of pigeons love hanging out around there and bombing cars.
If you are on a budget you can always move just outside of the tourist area and Slyther in to the bar at night, or rent a Thai style fan room. Most foreigners conjugate in about three provinces. If Money is tight stay out of those provinces.
Americans got an 8% increase in their social security this year too. What are you just looking for something to complain about. A lot of areas that are priced high now Sherlock will decrease in price with property age.
@@notime2bsad No one is complaining and no need for name calling, just pointing out a fairly obvious flaw in your maths when trying to predict property vs rent prices over 20 years.
@@AdrianHooper will tell me what the exact percentage increase is going to be so I can satisfy your mathematical equation. I was going to show a property today here in Cha am that was 14,000 a month 5 years ago and today is 10k baht
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