J Branche

Experienced Real Estate Investor from USA. I agree you need someone very knowledgeable and experienced. Do not transfer but a very small amount and note it as a payment or security deposit for xx house. The key points are the Chanote and transferred and recorded properly and all details are accurate. Do Not accept anything but Government Thai ID or Passport to verify they actually own the land and house. Make sure there are no loans, liens, or claims on the property. Lastly I recommend the witnesses be from a Law Firm or Goverment Office. Just had Will for girlfriend created yesterday and they verified, took photos, checked signature.

High Season is here. I forecast 4 or 5 months of our fellow countrymen making us ashamed and embarrassed.

Thank You for the input. Anyone can do what they want with their money. When we leave this world you can't take it with you. As an Investor though I advise you to think long term, what good can you do with the money, will the money spent on home, farm, etc bring you the joy, happiness and fulfillment you seek. If you have a girlfriend/partner will you stay in the house on the land if you seperate?

This is what's going to happen. Any success Trump or his team make will be attributed to something the democrats talked about by Democrats. Republicans are going to promote his teams success and talk about the hurdles and road blocks the Democrats use to get in the way. Same Same, no different. The one thing I like about Trump is he does want to make changes. His approach unfortunately causes conflict with some people. I believe this 2nd term they see him differently and know he is seriously Pro United States. I hope things will be a little different this time and his approach will be a little more diplomatic but focused on results

She does realize for under 6000 baht you can have security cameras, door sensors and a siren installed. You will receive alerts and video can be stored in the Cloud. Additionally get some condo insurance.

Regarding Leasing Land. Who is the land owner? They can put terms in the lease like no architectural changes, changes require Owner approval. The owner could also put terms like upon the death of the owner the lease is voided 1 year after death. What are the terms for any changes or structures on the land? I build a 10 million Baht house. 30 years later lease expires do I lose my 10 million Baht investment? Been in Real Estate long enough. Make very sure you fully understand the Land Lease terms, if it is transferable upon your death (Remaining years can be used by a benefactor) What happens with the Investment into the land (business, farming, house) at lease termination. Make sure your plans for use upon the land are detailed and clearly, legally written to hold up in court. Thailand should understand if experienced Real Estate Investors are few it can be the value, effort, uncertainty, or area does not meet their Profit Goals.

How, China holds 2.6% of US debt, Japan about 3.0% China would like the US to change a few things but has same limitations US has to change China Tariffs = not good for Trade, China plays the long game 10 or 20 years. Some Initiatives are accelerated. China secured a good chunk of EV materials while others were still fumbling around. China is usually strategic

Pattaya City Government is not easy. We went to report a 3 foot base erosion under the Main road to Cozy Beach (Kasetsin). You need to fill out a form, present your ID, telephone number, submit or print photos of problem and intersection so they can locate problem area (No Google GPS coordinates accepted)?. Sidewalks that are broken, have 1 foot holes and drops from erosion for months, have become trip Hazards and I have to watch others stumble over the unlevel sidewalk paver stones. I believe there is an email address, for City hall will try next time. Trash all around the Blue Trash Barrels. One lane each direction on 2nd road (Between Pattaya 3rd and South Pattaya road.) Besides all this I really enjoy Pattaya/Jomtien and the gradual improvements to make it a "World Class Travel Destination"

Whatever your opinion of the new US President he is our President for next 4 years. Focus on what we can contribute to improve our situation, help or benefit others, educate others without all the Drama and Theatrics just slows down progress and gets in the way of people actually doing Work.

Debt at new highs, excessive out of control spending, social security needs stable long term funding, Expensive Healthcare and Prescription Drugs compared to similar country, people complaining about inflation, high Rent/Homeowner costs. Is the OP a BOT or just not drink enough coffee and let his Brain wakeup. Trump says something but actually means another similar thing sometimes, probably what OP read, or heard.

Regarding the ground or earth wire. It is common to buy the normal two wire and then single wire preferably green for ground or earth wire. When we were upgrading electrical in girlfriends Mothers house I went and bought what electrician consider unnecessary thick/gadgets. I'm no expert or electrician but know the basics. Thinner wire = more resistance and heat depending on the load.

You detail a situation that is not common or available to many. Just paid 20 baht for the Police Report and going to DLT soon for the replacement

It would be benefit some people if they could go to Court House and file their own case against an alleged perpetrator. They can then present evidence to the court and hopefully action can be taken FYI, I would inform the Police you will meet them at the Gas Station put fuel in the vehicle, give a little bit for lunch and a drink. That is fair and reasonable. I have read that some Police are underpaid so this may be why they ask for money. No evidence and don't want to ask.

The other question is What you want the insurance to cover, personal injury, damage to another car, damage to property (building, structure)? I am not knowledgeable but I believe Theft as long as Renter has the key is the Owners responsibility not Renters. Others have advised if you are not confident or competent in your safe operation of a motorbike then it is better to hire Taxi, Bolt, take Blue Truck Taxis, etc. You need to factor your ability to prevent injury and avoid hospital bill expense possibility.

FYI,Legit copy shops will NOT print or make a color copy of the Tax Sticker, even with green book and ID. Said problems and fine from Police. Lost mine and also told to report to Police Station and file report it is Stolen. Then the long ride to DLT in Pattaya

Ah. The quick fire and miss the point comment. My candidate won. Doesn't change the election process is flawed. I spent more than .5 seconds putting thought into my reply providing supporting details.

FLAWED election process and system. How about the house and senate votes are finished 6 months prior to presidential election. Then you can understand if change needs to occur IF it is reasonably possible. Democrats lost because Biden unfortunately is demonstrating some of negative signs of aging. We will all experience this in some form. The Democratic party decides what candidate they will use money, time and efforts to support. Multiple factors (later then desired drop out by Joe, a candidate majority agreed was not ready to lead and be President, substantial changes need to happen in 4 years.) I Don't care the label Political title the person is if they have and can execute on what government and the USA needs in next 4 years better than other candidate they have my Vote

If you do a bank wire the reason is usually submitted. The Thai Bank may charge an additional wire receiving fee. The Exchange rate maybe less favorable so worth asking. Otherwise understand the money may take longer than displayed on Wise other similar companies arrive and be available for use in Thailand

Lastly go to a different Police Station for help. Try going on a different Police shift for help. Additionally something sounds off about the story like the Police requested the owner show ownership papers or provide the license plate characters. Lastly is the vehicle paid or financed? Does he have insurance for theft?

As mentioned dealing with this problem and Asian Thai offender is different. As I mentioned do not physically confront the person or problem 1st. Collect evidence, video recording over many days. A typed note in Thai only, being diplomatic in your choice of words, explaining the problem, noise to loud could hear clearly X houses away. Maybe add you have someone who works late at night and needs to sleep during the offending hours. Wait. Happens 2 more times place the note on the door and vehicles for house. Wait. Next level is Association management if a managed community. Wait, If there is a community leader or president communicate with them. Wait, go visit the Police at station and talk about issue. provide them all the evidence and steps you took to resolve the issue, make it clear you would like the police to visit and talk to them. Wait, If no action from that police station talk again to different person. Note Pattaya City seems to be requesting music bars to enclose their space or adjust the volume. The noise issue is at least being recognized and addressed now.

I would post a note in Thai with translation verified by Google and Bing on his door. Inform them the music volume is to loud, or the direction should be adjusted so it does not disturb the neighbors. It sounds like it is played frequently at higher volumes. Do you have an association manage the property? Ask inform them and ask the best way to handle the loud music. Maybe they have the ability to Fine them if this is an ongoing problem. Lastly go Talk with the tourist police if possible to be educated on what can be changed. Do not be angry, agitated, or display hostile behavior. Behavior psychology talks about the wall going up, they stop listening and are not willing to compromise

Vote: US has some of the most illogical electoral and government processes and systems. The Senate and House Candidates should be voted on 6 months before the Presidential election. Who controls the House and/or Senate will help in deciding what changes could be made. The whole campaign on what they will do and what they can do without the house and Senate are different. The out of date, archaic, burdensome, flawed, lobbyists, etc, is responsible for some of the long term problems we have today (National Debt, Social Security, Taxes, Amount of Foregn Aid, Military Spending) enough to make a grown man Cry.

I would recommend mandatory drivers license retesting and training. Or scared straight with mandatory visit to mortuary and education by doctor on how important it is to get medical treatment as soon as possible for certain conditions.

It's different in different cities of course. Pattaya was 2400 about 2 1/2 years ago to condo on 20th floor. Pak Chong fiber inside Free. I've noticed the speeds on my router will drop and I just reboot unplug it everyday. Additionally have a cooling fan under it as speeds would drop when it was hot. I do just basic streaming so don't understand it.

RIP, with all the raining and base being sand or of insufficient thickness to support the traffic potholes appear sometimes 1 year after the road surfaced is layed. We can only hope they start doing inspections along the construction process so they can lessen the chances of a poor quality job.