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Maybe out of date info but in 2007 I engaged in a 30 year lease with my stepdaughter for a house I had purchased. All completed at the Pattaya land office. I used a lawyer. My name is actually on the chanote as a lessee. I've had a few gf of expats tell me that I'm not telling the truth until I show them the document.I'm quite sure there was an ulterior motive there. I was confident at the time and remain so in the validity of this arrangement. The same agreement with a spouse may be a different matter. BTW my stepdaughter will inherit the house at the end of the day.

My family has friends in the north (Nan) and they send us boxes of the stuff Its readily available In most markets/ big shops in Pattaya in season. The local Thai variety are not as flavourful as the Hass ones. IMHO

correct, per baht

Last spring I sold some 5 baht bars at a shop on Pattaya Klang Rd. They recognized the marks I assume. A cursory look and out came the cash. He sent his Mrs to the bank for more. He wanted to just transfer to my account but in that case I was buying USD with it so I required cash. I sold a bar once at the gold shop at Big C South Pattaya. I couldn't believe my eyes but the girl brought out a torch and melted in right in front of me. 1st and last time for that place.

In my experience usually only a couple hundred baht per gram.Of course it all depends on the market price for that day and time.

Decades ago I was crossing a street (not LOS) and saw a crumpled envelope and picked it up. Inside was a 20$ bill and a scribbled note. The note said something like..."I'm really sorry I'm late paying back the money but I've had some bad luck lately" What to do ? There was no one nearby so I pocketed the cash but it bothered me for a while because I really felt sorry for the person who lost it.This blog reminded me of the event.

inshallah

I joined the Navy at 17.There was plenty of alcohol available. We got our daily "tot" rum issue at noon. After secure (1700) we were entitled to 2 cans of beer per person.Needless to say the non drinkers were obligated to give the rest of us their ration of rum/beer. Leaving 6 years later I was well on my way to a part in a movie staring WC Fields. I somehow managed to hold a long term job and avoid prison. My problem was not knowing when I had enough. Passing out comes to mind. I finally stopped last January @ 72 and immediately lost weight and sleep much better. I dodged the bullet. Best thing I ever did for myself even if it was late in the game.

I'm thinking that if I could afford a multi million baht vehicle I'd be inclined to have myself chauffeur driven everywhere whilst I tend to the Moet Chandon/caviar in the rear salon along with my latest "squeeze". Driving in Bangkok traffic? Who was she trying to impress? Or I would make damn sure I was well covered by insurance just in case Somchai dropped his phone and bumped into me.

I often wonder what is the (ROI) return on investment on these solar farms. It's got to be a pretty penny taking into consideration the domestic panels cost. How long before they pay off the capital debt before production? Heavy copper transmission cables ain't free

I use the delivery apps quite often. I seldom order from fast food restos though.It saves me fighting traffic at 4-5 pm when I usually order my dinner.I also cook most b/f though.

Very observant of you.When I first darkened these shores in 2004 they were working on Pattaya Beach Rd. A spin past the other day showed construction activity still.The gift that keeps on giving. Another example is the useless low cement barriers on Thepprasit Rd.along with light standards. Installed by an uncle only to be removed by same in a couple years time. A big joke.

Same situation in Canada I hear, 1 year wait to see a specialist...but it's not free because the various and many taxes are very high.

Assisted Living in Thailand My thoughts. "Retired and Living the dream" this YT vlogger ran this article recently..have a look

Yes it does, but the urge to be frugal never leaves you,I still yack at the old lady to shut off the bathroom light when you leave the room.

Ditto here, back home was/is a p___y desert or very pricey. Inexpensive female company was a huge draw for me to these shores plus 5 months of bone chilling winters didn't have any more appeal. I love the tropical weather.

Sounds similar to my path. I officially took early retirement in 2005 at 55yo.Move to LOS and was offered work in O&G.Made good $ for a few years then quit for health issues. While working I bought a house here and saved a bit and didn't piss it all away.Now at 72 I receive pensions and actually consider myself blessed as I worked for 30 years cheque to cheque and hated that as now I don't have to count pennies anymore. Quitting drinking a year ago paid huge dividends also.

1$ a day to remain in the Kingdom is a bargain IMHO

Good point, I was in Shanghai and Bejing walking the local streets near my hotel to have a look around when I started to feel uneasy. I also had issues getting it insured. 30 years ago we used to wear the 500 baht copies around the bars all over Pattaya and never got so much as a second glance. For that amount I probably wouldn't have put up much resistance.

I think its called "word salad" intentionally to confuse. I actually bought a Rolex Submariner back when I was working.The dealer shop was in Siam Square. I assumed it was all above board.I sold it after 1 year as I was traveling a lot at the time and got way too many stares and looks that it made me fear I was going to get robbed/mugged.I could have got a replica for 1k.

Good point...my 1st reaction was "no way" after a moments thought and envisioning him pulling out a tire iron from under the seat and him hitting me over the head and me getting charged for assaulting the driver.TIT pay up..

When I worked in the ME I had to spend time in Dubai and was getting visa on arrival and like you say it suddenly stopped.It caused a lot of logistical issues for the people arranging my flights etc. I'm a Canuck also and from what I see online Canada is quickly turning into a 3rd world sh__ hole. I thank my lucky stars I relocated to LOS several years ago.

I wonder how many of the old timers on 1 year extensions were in that group? I say leave the old boys alone and focus on the real troublemakers. Seniors are usually tucked in by midnight. 555

Or take him to BPH emergency and a 10k + bill. Reminds me of an incident several years ago at PIH. I was in the room getting some stitches removed from a minor operation.An Indian fellow was across from me just finished up getting several bandages applied from a moto accident. The nurse brought the bill for about 2500 ฿ and he said way too much I'll give you 1 thousand...just like the fish market.

Maybe so, I was referring to the kind that arrive in rubber boats with their hands out. Quite unlike us old gits who pay our way.