maccaroni man
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I agree budget 80 to 110 a month.
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Mid way through reading I chalked this post up to Red Shirt propaganda
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I suggest your CPA and my CPA get in a pissing contest over this, as for me all I know is my benefits will be largely based off my final 10 yrs of contributions and in my case my children and wife will be benefactors.
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My understanding is the payout on SS is based on the top 10 yrs of earnings. If you open a company and pay yourself at the top tear after 10 yrs you will have paid in around 197,000 with a SS pension of around 2200 per mo. It will take 9 yrs to recoup the investment after retirement if you have a wife your SS will pass on to her after your death which is another factor however rumor has it that after 2020 SS benefits will drop by 20% due to lack of funding. A political footnote: the democrats are responsible for changing the protected SS funds into a general spending fund.
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What's really sad is the westerner paid for his seat the monk rode for free. TIT
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I agree with the host
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I think the issue may be your age. I remember hearing something about dual nationalities needing to declare one or the other. Through no fault of your own you never had the choice to choose and are now over 18 have never served in the Thai military and hold a us passport.
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I have a brother who lives in Estonia, lived in Kiev and Masco he is fluent in Russian and seems to have the same point of view regarding Putin as mopar
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Basic elements of doing business and CYA attorney, CPA. The lawyer writes letters and demands payments the CPA makes all financials real and legitimate.
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I have known two couples with dogs who eventually found new homes for their pets because of all the red tape. Quarantine is almost a guarantee, documentation of purchase and vaccine on and on ..... Good luck
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Fact check; the democrats under LBJ were the first to tap into the social security fund.
The OP is correct, he paid in to the fund and the govt is returning his own contributions; no dole involved.
SSI is a welfare program which is social security supplemental income. An animals of different stripes.
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My father died here, we had him cremated and his ashes are with me. We contacted the social security department his only source of pension and they stopped payment. In your case minor children are entitled to funds from social security for some years to come so by all means contact US Embassy for instructions on how to preserve his children's and wife's financial benefits
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Brownie is a big hit made with the right recipes.
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I forgot to add that I also had to purchase a reentry permit or I would void my visa
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I had an O visa it was good for 1 yr and required a reoccurring 90 day visit to immigration. If I left the country I was required to report to immigration for a fresh start to my next 90 day visit.
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45 years old with a special ed. Teaching degree and Korean experience. FYI 25,000 baht is not the typical salary for these qualifications. Something is very wrong when a man reaches 45 and views his worth as so little. Troll
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I found a tool used by coconut farmers. A bamboo shaft with a large steel hook. I carried it with me for years whenever I went on treks or country walks and it was a useful weapon on more than one occasion. A billiard ball inside a stocking is also quite effective.
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Fair share is a slippery slope. IMO the process of a govt creating a reliable tax base is centered around the masses being able to earn and pay. Making 1% of the population a target is a smoke screen and a tool for social divide.
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I just reread the op opening post. He lived in a flat for 150.00 dollars a month and survived on meals the cost 1.50 one dollar and fifty. IMO Using his price point, all he needed to do was travel south to Malaysia, Singapore, or Indonesia if he wanted to experience sticker shock.
The thread has touched on quality and cost. We are currently keeping a full time residence in LOS and I have just completed my second year in the USA after being absent for the previous 16 yrs. we live on a resort island in both countries. Hilton Head Island and Koh Samui. The infrastructure on Hilton Head is amazing with a network of walking and bike trails throughout the island. The electric wires are all under ground and there are no neon signs or build boards allowed. Driving around the island is easy and pleasing to the senses with the numerous golf courses and manicured road sides. Land Prices are on par and even less than in Thailand. Because it is considered a desirable location housing is IMO not good value for money. As for resteraunts there are hundreds of places to eat and drink with an average plate of $12.00 plus drinks tax and tip. Schools are IB and free which is why I made the move. In a word life in the USA compared to LOS is easy and boring.
Thailand has an edge, it's dangerous, full of the unexpected, has beautiful beaches, great weather, and the food is incredible. On koh Samui a five star chef is not uncommon and a hotel buffet is international standard with fish meat cheese pasteries etc. Thailand is Vibrant young and alive. For my family we have found the USA and LOS on par as far as cost of living goes. We are unanimous in believing Thailand is more exciting with better value for the housing dollar. I enjoy the mindless existence I have in the USA and crave the daily adventure of Thailand, quite frankly Thailand made me better because I always needed to be ready to fight.
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I am a father of two and IMO the Asian way of thinking and behavior towards the family unit is a very healthy atmosphere to raise a child. I was raised in a comservitive environment that had a very ridge view of honesty, responsibility and accountability and these attitudes have served me well. Our approach has been a fusion of both cultures and both boys seem happy well adjusted and on track to a bright future. Having said that anything can happen and they may end up lost souls
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I have observed one particular group of Europeans that look rough and tough yet love boy band music and an occasional walk on the wild side
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My cooks name is lee, she prepares seprraye dishes for each of our liking and she also does laundry cleans the house and minds the children. I recommend full time staff to everyone with children as it allows patenting to be more about qulaity time with the children.
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Head down, blinders on, live by my own program, sun surf, beach and solicitation.
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Apply for a tourist visa is she is approved it will be for anywhere from 5 to 10 years and allows her to stay up to 6 mo's. the fact that you are married and have a good reason to enter the USA helps speed up the process. Once you are in the states seek the help of a good immigration attorney.
Anyone semi-retired and living in both countries?
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6mo in and out seems like an easier timeline than 12mo stretches