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I didn't need them the last time I entered on a double entry at Aranayprathet.

I actually might be able to come to this one for once!

I've been living in Thailand since late '06, and it's become home to me, but I need to make a decision about where to do my overall banking. I happen to be a retired US citizen, and I'd like to find the best institution that can provide me everything I need: good investment options, financial planning, a credit card, ATM card, Internet banking, etc. I've considered a few (like HSBC and DBS, both domeciled in Singapore), but their investment options are very limited for Americans. I'm thinking of Citibank, but I've heard some complaints about them. And with the dollar falling against every currency around the planet (especially the Baht), I'm not sure I want to have a dollar-denominated account. Any suggestions from the LOS old-timers out there?

I am quite pleased with charles schwab. No fees for ATM. Very helpful customer service.

What came first, the chicken or the egg?

I am a lurker! I post enough of my thoughts on other forums. It would be redundant to post the same information here. I come over here for more specific information that affects expats as opposed to travel. For example, I am here today to get the scoop on alcohol sales during the upcoming elections. I asked my question on the appropriate thread, and now that I am here, I am wandering around. I don't see the problem with that. Perhaps I will be more active here when I move to Thailand in May.

Will this apply to Chiang Mai?

While I don't post on Thai Visa too often, I found this thread very worthwhile. My thoughts are also with the King. I sincerely hope he gets well soon.