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@eric1220

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French expat in Thailand

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French

Lives in Phuket

Speaks French, English, Thai

Registration: 18 January 2024

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11 months ago
Hall Stephen

Condominiums by Hall Stephen

Hi guys I’m no stranger to Thailand and back out end of the year , my query is regarding ‘buying’.is it worth buying a condo or apartment?!procedures and regulations ?!any help /advice / tips /knowledge welcome .cheers

eric1220

Hello, I would recommend to consider only Foreign freehold condos. It's very hard to re-sale a leasehold. Be carefull on off-plan projects, only few developers are trustable. Don't buy small units (too many on the market). I am in real estate ... Read More

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11 months ago
myajenni

Long term stay questions by myajenni

Hi, I'm planning to move to thailand long term in 1 to 2 years. How do you handle long term stay if you dont qualify for a retirement visa yet? Also, I plan to buy a condo in Thailand. Whats the best/safest way to do so? For banking, is it easy to ...

eric1220

Goor morning, The easiest way if an Education Visa. You can learn Thai, other languages or Thai boxing as well. In case you buy a condo over 10 million Thai Baht, you can also get an investor visa. One of my client did it. It's not very popular, he ... Read More

eric1220 replied to a thread
11 months ago
Cheryl

Cost of living in Thailand in 2024 by Cheryl

Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Thailand, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...

eric1220

Hello, It really depend where you want to relocate in Thailand. I am speaking for Phuket only, and the prices of flat and houses for rent are dramatically increased the last few year. Not only on the tourist areas like Patong, Kata, Kamala or Rawai ... Read More