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You need to contact an IFA. Annuities are generally not seen as a good option for many these days. Everyone's circumstances will differ which is why, in my opinion, it is best to get professionally tailored advice. Once in an annuity the money is gone, there are different types of annuity that might help a spouse on your demise. Again, an IFA is the key here.

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If the coils are freezing over, it suggests that there is not enough airflow OR that the thermostat is not cutting out when it should. Our aircon froze some years ago. Turns out it needed cleaning as the cylinder fan was clogged with dust/dirt.

Yes, used the wrong word. Nothing "alleged" about it!

She is being funded by the british taxpayer according to her own video. She say's she receives £2,335 per month (tax free) of disability benefits. That's 101,746 Baht per month! There's many expats here who worked their whole life and receive nothing like that amount. This story is quite scandalous and the British government should be ashamed that this has been allowed to happen. She is just one of many thousands of people abusing the UK benefits system. 2,335.00 British Pounds = 101,746.38 Thai Baht 1 GBP = 43.5745 THB

DumbOnTheRunInAsia! OMG could anyone be more stupid. I feel sorry for the kids. Sadly, this is what many in the UK aspire to these days. British authorities are a soft touch, so benefits are being milked at taxpayers' expense. Apparently there are even TikTokers making films on how to make fraudulent benefit claims.

So the pickup driver right turned into the path of the motorcycle. Happens all the time. The larger vehicles often don't care at all about motorcycles. Late night, possibly tinted windscreen, maybe no light on bike, likely no helmet. A real dangererous combination. RIP rider.

On first seeing the title, I had to check the date. "Fire breaks out at crematorium" who'd have thought it!

A Mazda! Not exactly the Fast and Furious! 555 Meanwhile, real carnage and death happens all over Thailand on an hourly basis with no traffic enforcement.

Looks like the elephant was drawn by a pussy (must have been a super one).

I use Agoda quite frequently here in Thailand and elsewhere. Sometimes, the transaction will show twice on my card statement. One is "pending" and the other is normal. I think the "pending" is just a temporary hold on the funds whilst the booking is confirmed. I have never been charged twice. Unless you have 2 separate email confirmations (with different confirmation numbers) then I would suggest you have nothing to worry about. The "pending" hold on funds normally drops off within a few days.

This is better than reading about a "cat stuck up a tree" rescue.

Drill baby, Drill! Trump has it right on energy (and many other things). Whilst the sun sets on the UK, America will triumph under Trump, Vance and Musk. The UK neeks a dream team same as them. Unfortunately it's too late. Adios UK! Would rather be an American than British (economically) right now. In fact, I have two good friends here in Thailand who were born Brits but got American citizenship. Their prosperity did not come from ther UK.

That is true. UK residents risk death by late diagnosis and late treatment.

I paid my 3BB this morning. Direct from my Kbank app to 3BB. Went through in seconds and received text from 3BB to confirm receipt. The Kbank app actually shows what amount is due (same when paying MEA) so don't even need a bill. Also, I log in to 3BB on their website where is shows full billing history (and can download invoices and make subscription changes etc.). Paying a year in advance is something I did before but just haven't done it recently. For some reason, the 3BB emails with bill attached take several days to arrive after the billing date.

Probably to reduce BBC costs. Their licence fee base and therefore, revenues, are falling. AI Overview Yes, the BBC is losing licence fee payers as more people cancel their subscriptions in favor of streaming services like Netflix and YouTube. The BBC's revenue from the licence fee has also been declining due to inflation and funding cuts. Explanation Changing viewing habits: People are watching less linear television and more streaming content. Cost of living pressures: Many households are struggling financially and can't afford the licence fee. Funding cuts: The BBC has been underfunded for a decade, and the licence fee has generated less income in real terms since 2010. Impact on the BBC The BBC's income from the licence fee has been declining, and the corporation has been struggling financially. The BBC has been forced to make cutbacks, including limiting senior salaries and cutting excessive expenses. What the BBC is doing The BBC is launching a public engagement exercise to help shape the future of the BBC. The BBC is working with the government to secure the long-term future of the BBC.

Do you pay the BBC licence fee of £169.50 ($217)?

Insurance would have done nothing to save their lives. Such a sad story and heartbreaking for the community. RIP.

I started another topic on this yesterday. It now appears that it only affects users of K-Biz website for customers transferring from their account to another account in Thailand. This makes sense, as the security on the website is less than on the app i.e. only user name and password needed to login to the website. This versus the app which requires setup with phone number, pin number, fingerprint (and maybe facial recognition) to initiate transfers. I wouldn't be surprised if they soon remove web access and go phone app only.

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I just logged on to Kbank on a PC web browser. There was a message (below) that from 7th March 2025, the maximum transfer is 50,000 Baht per day. Does anyone know if this is just for web browser initiated transfers or does the phone app have the same restriction? Logged in on phone app but see no similar message.

Once he's in Thailand with a long term visa, opening a bank account "should" be much easier.

The buyer does not need a Thai bank account to buy a condo in Thailand. Transfer to his lawyer's client account (foreign transfer must state reason such as "for purchase of property in Thailand" or similar or more specific such as condo address). The lawyer can then do the purchase and title transfer whilst fulfilling all the Land Department requirements. Both times I purchased in Thailand, this is what I did and the money never touched my thai bank account. Also, I wasn't present on either transaction as the lawyer did everything using my Power of Attorney.

Been to Samui twice in last 24 years. Gave it a second chance. Never feel the need to go back. Much nicer places in Thailand. Hope the White Lotus lovers enjoy the prices there.

How about local tourism suppliers actually supplying services that meet the international visitor's expectations? Things such as speaking English (or the visitors own language), transparent honest pricing, punctual delivery of service, safe service (such as safety equipment working - buckles on boat life vests not being broken), safe drivers and safety tested vehicles. That would be a great start at least. Unfortunately, it's always easier to blame "foreigners" for everything. Until Thai tourism operators are brought to scrutiny, nothing will improve.