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Vanguard for long-term investment
ChristianBlessing replied to unblocktheplanet's topic in General Topics
I've been with Vanguard for over 35 years, holding a mix of mutual funds and ETFs. I don't have a brokerage account. I have twice annual conference calls with my fund manager, one while at my home in the US and one while in Thailand. I couldn't be happier with the performance of my portfolio nor with the service the company provides. -
Ocean Freight Shipping for relocation to the USA
ChristianBlessing replied to Serge22's topic in General Topics
I'm not sure where you are in Thailand but if you're anywhere near Chiang Mai, might I recommend U. B. Worldwide Express. I think it's best to search them on Facebook and message them from there. The proprietor, Wandee, is easy to work with. If you can manage your own packaging and crating your belongings you'll save considerably. -
The High Cost of Breathing
ChristianBlessing replied to FriscoKid's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
And for many these things can work. What we really need is a way to package and sell "outrage". It would be a big hit here. -
Or speak in the same manner as this poster and you'll do just fine.
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Feel sorry for AN posters who bought electric
ChristianBlessing replied to Celsius's topic in Thailand Motor Discussion
That's the problem with relying on videos for news. There is abundant research available regarding the reuse and recycling of EV batteries. It's also worth noting that most EV batteries will outlive the vehicles they power. -
I have a serious question for you..
ChristianBlessing replied to bob smith's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
I would submit that it is in fact not at all "common" for a US presidential candidate without a plurality of the popular vote to win the office. It has happened 5 times in 58 elections. Furthermore there is no governing body with the authority to ban or abolish a political party in the US. To be certain other challenges to a candidate's success at the ballot box exist as the US witnessed in both 2020 and 2021. -
Does the USA really always get its man?
ChristianBlessing replied to SoCal1990's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Agreed. As an American I've never heard the expression. -
You base your "categorical" statements upon anecdotal observations and how people and places "looked" to you. That a barber shop owner who just opened his shop is struggling, whether he's an immigrant or not, is hardly news. But the empirical data reflects a different reality. The US economy is the strongest of all developed countries. It may take a while for most Americans to come to realize this given the heated anti-incumbent rhetoric of the coming election season. I too have been back for the past two months and everywhere I look I see hope and heightened expectations, tempered only by the fear of a reversal driven by ugly partisanship. Like you, I hope that fear is unfounded.
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Contact Wandee at T. K. Express on Changklan Rd. She's competent and reasonable.
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I've done several METV applications and always book 1-2 nights at my destination (typically Chiang Mai). That has always proven sufficient. I suppose one could book accommodation with cancellation if one planned to immediately travel on. As @Tod Danielsnoted do make sure to have a flight out of Thailand by your 60th day already booked.
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Is the chain worn or stretched? It sounds as though it may be.
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Phuket governor says go outside, smog is “natural phenomenon”
ChristianBlessing replied to webfact's topic in Phuket News
He may well have read it on this forum. Plenty of posters here who dismiss the smoke and haze as harmless. Only they can't tell the governor to go back to his own country. -
Ignore this comment and heed the more hysteric comments above it. Go see a doctor!
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I go to Bkk once a month and noticed several times when walking past the bars around Nana area that there are many fat white guys sitting there staring at people walking past. One time I noticed a few of them arguing really loud at each other and the thai seller close by was not impressed at all. Non racial tone here. Just interested in why they are there everynight. Anyone know?
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Scam site redirect when browsing site
ChristianBlessing replied to jacob29's topic in Forum Support Desk
Clear your browser's cache. -
I am so very sorry sad to hear of Nancy's passing. My condolences to her husband.
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I've bicycle-toured throughout Thailand without issues, and have transported my bike via plane, train and bus. However I don't imagine I'd want all that hassle just for a daily driver given how cheap and easy it is to get around most SE Asian countries. Furthermore, it's clear you're worried about theft. I think I'd rather have a mediocre bike with low-end components lifted then the same with expensive high-end components.