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GENERAL QUESTION: Can assets from a WISE/REVOLUT account be withdrawn in form of cash? - If not: Hands off !!!

Rumor has it, that a sexual encounter with a 20 year old cute ladyboy is more rewarding than a sexual encounter with a 20 year old female. Reasoning, that a Male is far more likely to know what an other male sexually likes. As opposed to a 20 year old female, who's male body below the belt is still a "mystery", yet to be discovered. Rumor also has it, that giving the choice, 20 year old Ladyboys are preferred over 20 year old females, once the beneficial differences have been noticed. - Of course, all just rumors and fake news.

Detaching this from "Farang Financials". For a lot of Thai Males, 500 BHT equals a days wages. Therefore, there are more "Thai Rapists" than "Farang Rapists" in Thailand.

What about the Ukrainian Refugees in Europe? In 70 to 80% of the Ukrainean territory there is no war. Less than 10% of those refugees are working in Europe. The rest is living comfortably on European "Social Security". Young male "Draft-Dodgers" inclusive.

I would like to offer another clue, helping to shed a light on Donalds "character". - Look at the pictures of Donald and his wife Melania. The facial expression of Melania when she is near Donald speak louder than a thousand words. Her facial expressions ranging from "bored/detached" to "utter discust". This is not the way a happy camper looks. When she tries to smile, her smile comes accross as forced and unnatural (fake). This tells me more about Donalds character than anything else.

Yes indeed, the 200 year old FINPOL Elite should be replaced. Today, it's: If you have the money you rule. If you don't have the money you don't rule. Thus, rebuilding the entire US political arena? By whom or by what? Unfortunately, Donald will not "rebuild" anything. He will be the "wrecking ball" of what we today call "the western world". Standing for Democracy, free speach, free trade. The funeral of the century.

I am not a Thai-Visa expert. But it seems that certain nationals (mainly Russians & Chinese) have been blessed with "easy visa privileges". But not us pale faced Farangs. Why not? -Long before any Russian or Chinese visitors set foot on Thai soil, the pale faced Farangs were helping to pump-up the Thai economy. Be it by awakening some fishing villages or bringing some "vibrancy" to a former waistland called "The Isan". Shouldn't those pale faced "pioneers" get some "easy visa privileges", instead of some other "nuveau riche" foreighn devils, that 20 years ago they didn't even know where or what Thailland is? Is it any wonder that an increasing number of pale faced "pioneer Farangs" get the impression that they have overstayed their welome in Thailand? (Now having to pay taxes on foreighn earned income, etc etc). Generally, any form of "gratitude" toward non Thai's is not required. "The moor has done his duty". Unfortunately, there is the favorite mantra of the pale faced Farangs: TIT = This is Thailand (and nothing can be done about it). Very much enforcing the view of certain Thai officials, that the "pale faced moors have done their duty". - Nothing is so hard as mens ingratitude.

I take this as an order, I will go with "Lulu". If it doesn't work I can blame you. OIL: The Saudies have kicked off a big Infrastructure Program. They need 90$ / Barrel to stem it. Oil is solid. Otherwise Warren Buffet would not have increased his stake in 2 major oil producers recently.

This may well have been discussed here before. Then I missed it. Sorry. One can overdose on a lot of things with life threatening results. - Have so far not come accross a situation concerning "overdosing" on Viagra or Cialys. What would be the worst scenario by "overdosing" those medications?

Actually no twitching for 2 days. Gone for now. My Romanian clairvoyant Gypsie tells me, that when the Eye twitching stops, there is a good chance that some increased twitching in the underwear will take place. If that happens, I would not take any counter-measures.

Looking back, diversyfied Long Therm investors could not have lost. As opposed to "traders". The statistics of my broker tell me that 76% of traders lose money. Exeption: Investors, having bougt the Nikkey 225 in 1989 had to wait over 30 years to break even. Unfortunately, at a certain age, long term investing becomes questionable, as time is no more on ones side. Especially now, when everything looks "pricy", and especially if there are no worthy heirs around. What should I do? Start trading and lose money and crying in my pretzels, or should I invest in the charms of the ladies at "Lulu's Bar and Grill"?

General consensus is, that come November it will be a close call. What does that really mean? It means that close to half of American voters will vote for Donald. A person, that most of the rest of the world see as a pompous self centered radical moron. This in itself is nothing short of frigtening. - Or is it so, that Americans are so tired of the FINPOL elite, that has ruled this country for over 200 years, that they vote for anyone, as long he is not part of the established FINPOL elite? FINPOL Elite = Financial / Political Elite.

As the OP, I allow myself to remind posters that this is not a general discussion between Trumpists and Bidonists. It's about "How will a possible presidency of Donald affect your lifestyle while living overseas". Concerning Government benefits, pensions, taxes, marrying a non US citizen overseas etc etc etc............. Just things concerning the future size of your wallet as an Expat. Please stay on topic. The possibility of a civil war in the US are disussed in an other sub-forum.

Concerns my righ eye. I experience lower eye-lid "flickering". As if an electric current goes thru my lower eye-lid, causing "nervous vibrations". If comes and goes. Eye-Doctor finds nothing wrong with the eye itself. Strange.

Not having filed any FBAR, my question remains: Will I be arrested at any US Airport upon entry?

So far , purely hypothetical: As a US Citizen what would change for you as an Expat in Thailand if Donald would become president?

In Europe, an increasing number of pensioneers relocate to "third world countries" as the pension benefits will not allow for a "decent-living" in their home countries anymore. (Political discussions concerning this matter are in full swing in Europe). THE TRAP: Those undercapitalised "pensioneer-fugitives" have not the financial means to cover lenghty hospital costs nor are they able to pay for any private health insurance. Only conclusion: Unless you have a fat wallet, stay in your home country once you have qualified yourself as "an old men" with limited financial resources. - There was once a movie "No country for old men". Unless one has a fat wallet, Thailand is also just a "No country for old men". Hopes, of finding financial relief by the "Thai-Family" or the Embassy of the home country in case of financial emergency are usually dashed quickly. A tropical Paradise without a fat wallet is not available. Nowhere. Have known a numer of undercapitalised Farangs, claiming that upon their demise, they will die in their bed in Thailand. But those were exactly the ones that have run up astronomical hospital bills in the end. Much to the disadvantage of the Thai Hospital and Thai Society. Again: Unless well capitalised, "Thailand is no country for old men". No matter how young your Thai Wife is.

Holy smoke! Are the retired folks (called "Snowbirds" in Arizona) starting to kill each other? Or have the youthful gangs of L.A. discovered that "old folks" in Quartzsite are easy prey? Unthinkable 20 years ago.

On my US Passport, on page 4, § 6 it says: "All US ctizens working and residing overseas are required to file and report on their worldwide income". Hmmm? FBAR: Every account + 10.000 $ must be reported. (= practically every US citizen, assuming with confidence that his foreighn account is heavier than $ 10K). I never filed with the FBAR. Question: Having not filed, will I be arrested on any US-Airport upon entry of the US ? This is meant as a serious question. During my time in the US I was always remembered by my US friends: "Whatever you do, don't mess with the IRS"!

Talking about NVIDIA: According to a recent Bank of America study, the value of NVIDIA is now equivalent of ALL THE STOCKS TRADED ON THE HONG KONG STOCK EXCHANGE !!! Welcome to the "Tulip Mania" of 2024.

Hi JT. I assume you are a US Citzen. Why not Arizona? Old folks living in a Mobile Home in a hundred "Mobile Home Parks". "Quarzsite" Arizona for example. = Low cost living but with all the benefits of living in the US. Why no good for you? On a personal note: I used to live in Arizona. Loved it 100%. Family matters forced me to return to my home country for many years. My income originated from my home country, so I never filed a Tax Return in the US. As I recently learned, living outside of the US and not filing a Tax return, (regardless of income situation), is a criminal offence !!! So, final retirement in sunny Arizona is no more a viable option for me as I would probably be arrested at any US airport upon arrival. - Compared to this, your worries about "no permanent residency status in Thailend" appears somewhat benighn. You, always able to return to the US, granted you have always filed a Tax Return with the IRS during your time "overseas", otherwise.......!!!!!!!!!!!

Nevermind all this. An increasing number of ASEAN-Now contributors are wondering from where GG is posting. Thailand, Japan, Eastern Timbuktu? Fearing that GG is being captured in some exotic place. Asking for ransom. Worse: The ransom in monetary terms will not be covered by ASEAN followers in form of "voluntary contributions". A nightmare.

Ok guys. Not long ago, a good number of Farangs found that Long Term visas for Thailand are getting harder to get. Looking for alternatives in South America. Ranging from Mexico to Patagonia. Especially Bolivia, Peru and Ecuador were on the radar. Every thingking person has taken it "off the radar" by now. Especially "the favorite" Ecuador. Now a country torn apart by by the reighn of armed "drug warlords". To be sure: Thailand is the only country left (with relative political stability and a certain benighn "welcome openness") that allowes non Farang millionaires an affordable long-term residency. Think of it and forget about "easy visa requirements" in Eastern Timbuktu.

During my 5 years in rural Thailand "domestic violence" was quite common. Mostly administered by Thai-Husbands under the influence of alcohol.. Next to the "wallet syndrome", Thai Females tend to appreciate the fact that Farangs resort less to physical violence than their Thai counterparts in case of "disagreements". Increasing the popularity of Farangs as a "partner" greatly. As a drawback for "benighn" Farangs: Even a "misbehaving" Thai spouse has therefore little to fear from a Farangs "physical reaction". As opposed to rural Thai males. The relatively "weak position" of a Farang in front of the Thai-Law is well known to Thais. PS: On numerous occasions, Thai males have conveyed to me that any "misbehavior" of their spouse must be sanctioned by physical means. Otherwise their standing as "head of the family" will be jeopardised. Misbehavior of a Thai male within a pertership is still silently accepted by Thai society. Finally: Next to the "wallet-factor", the relatively "docile Farang factor" is a good reason for some Thai females to seek the companionship of a "benighn" Farang.

I am starting to roll on the floor with convultions. Starting to resemble the Dutch "Tulip Mania" with a P/E of 116. "Tops" what services they provide today. But nothing what a hungry competition can not also achieve over time.