Dexxter

4 hours ago, RJRS1301 said:

Very few physical backs left in Oz to be robbed

 

The remaining ones seem to have very little cash on premises. I usually have to give my branch notice the day before if I want to withdraw more than about $5000 in cash.

46 minutes ago, Chongalulu said:

If they were at university they wouldn’t have been children (18 is adult) 

They don't stop being the children of their parents when they turn 18. Anyone can act as a guarantor for another person's loan but it is usually the parents in that role since nobody else would want the risk. I was guarantor for a small personal bank loan my 21 year old daughter wanted. Even though she was an adult, it was her first loan so needed a guarantor.

49 minutes ago, ChipButty said:

From what I can see, be lucky to get a tenant soon, more and more condo's coming on the market, just in the area I live,  

After the recent earthquake our landlord gave us a 50% discount on our rent for the next 3 months so that we don't move out. Many tenants from our high rise building never returned after the earthquake and my Thai wife was also scared and wanted to leave. However, before the earthquake we were very lucky to find a vacancy in the building we are living in because it is (was) very popular. My wife has calmed down now, she decided it is too much effort to move so we are staying.

3 hours ago, ttk said:

Best anyone would ever get from me is “no comment”

A "no comment" would effectively be a negative review and my agents would not lease to that tenant. We usually have a dozen applicants to chose from and the best person gets the property.

On 5/4/2025 at 5:46 PM, Photoguy21 said:

If you have not rented previously what is the situation then? Cant ever get to rent?

Good question. My agents never accept first time tenants in my properties. I expect the agents that do accept them will require some form of guarantor, perhaps the parents. A good credit history would also be helpful for first timers.

On 5/4/2025 at 8:59 AM, HappyExpat57 said:

Some landlords in the US are requiring references from previous landlords before they will take on a new renter.

I have two rental properties in Australia and my agents always do a thorough background check on potential tenants and requires references from previous rentals.

I am outraged by this outrageous event, especially since no farangs were involved.

1 hour ago, jcmj said:

Well if a foreigner did it it would cause a big controversy. 

Thai netizens would be "outraged"

On 4/27/2025 at 3:00 AM, GammaGlobulin said:

IMHO, AI is now at the point where it is smarter than I

No way. I don't believe you.

1 hour ago, DonniePeverley said:

 

 

I would not risk it. It's not legit. 

 

You put loads of funds into that account and then they close it down or block it - then when you go to the Bank to get it back open, they fill in forms, and say you do not have the correct visa. You could potentially lose those funds if they find out you went through an agent. 

 

Trust me, don't do it. 

I agree. Imagine having to bend the rules so you can put YOUR money into a bank that can then make life difficult for you, or even keep your money, because you "broke the rules". Not worth the risk.

I have never bothered getting a bank account in Thailand although my wife does have one into which I remit funds from overseas. I don't have the urgent need to use QR codes or even my credit card. I just use cash for everything, my wife pays our utilities from her account and I pay the monthly rent using Wise for direct transfers from my overseas account to the landlord. Who needs a bank?

My Thai wife will often walk just behind me in public and put her hand on my shoulder to keep close especially in crowded areas. She will never hold hands while walking because it seems to be a taboo for her. At home we are touching almost all the time. When we sit on the sofa watching TV or playing around on our phones she will always drape her legs over my lap and snuggle close. I like her doing that.

They had to use a zoom lens to get the photos. Outrageous!

He forgot to take his morning Jai Yen Yen pill

I have not seen a "Pointing" photo for ages.

6 hours ago, webfact said:

a variation like “farang khi nok” is considered offensive

I always thought it is a variation of "I love you" when my wife says it to me. 😆

I use a slightly older version of Office which was a purchase and not a subscription. Works perfectly for me.

19 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The scrutiny of Xin Ke Yuan, a Chinese manufacturer operating in Thailand, has intensified.

It is time to investigate what other projects this Chinese company sold rebar to and check the quality of those builds. Hopefully there are no other high rise buildings constructed using their rebar.

3 hours ago, renaissanc said:

Hone Krasae on Channel 33

That is my wife's favourite TV program. She watches it every day.

On 4/18/2025 at 9:10 AM, Georgealbert said:

Authorities are now assessing Copper’s future

A bullet to the head is the correct future for that mongrel.

12 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

If she doesn't have any money for the flight back , Iuntil she have  I would  recommend the IDC until she has some.

 

She was at the airport ready to fly out.

On 4/3/2025 at 1:11 PM, sammieuk1 said:

Sister in-law told she can move out if she wants to but her 16k deposit will be forfeited .. it will all get messy in BBK high rise market for sure  🤔

We live in one of the high rise buildings seen on the news with their rooftop pools being emptied over the sides. We were told by the agent that we can either move out and lose our deposit of 2 months rent, or accept a decrease in monthly rent and stay on. After the initial panic and wanting to immediately move out, my Thai wife realised it will be really hard work to pack up, find a new place and make the move. So we will stay on and negotiate a lower rent. Laziness and saving money wins out over perceived personal safety.

On 3/31/2025 at 1:46 PM, steven100 said:

Do you think this building has twisted or do you think it's the design as it should be   ??

 

 

Perhaps they lost their....