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I know a wealthy guy who married a street lady - he got a much better partner, she is a gem, he is not easy...

lifetime companionship is probably the biggest benefit... - having a loving history and sharing family and children together... having someone to love and care about, who just might feel the same about you... I see Kramer went red? Finally out of the closet? Good for him... be true to yourself and your rainbow colors.

or much much much more... or not... many investments have out performed gold through the years...

Spent some time in Cha'am 20 years ago - even then HH felt tight and crowded... though it might be ok to go back there as there are a couple of fancy resorts on the beach...

That is always the telltale sign - asking them to explain and if they cannot... I have a couple of friends who have fallen for this, both Thai and farang and different variations of the scheme...

I am in the same boat - finally might have a few moments for the wife and I too escape for a few days... I was considering asking the same question... I have been here a long time and been to most places, but I know that places change. Pranburi down to Baan Saphaan has always been quiet. My thoughts at the moment that the individual resort might be the most important factor - -

It's just a different style - not my style, but no big deal...

Just not so...

I thought there is no double taxation? And do you know how much? Thanks.

I don't think he is religious nor would he have the patience. I don't think it is a good idea in his situation. Does God love people more so who home school?

Yes or no - I am from USA and make money through Treasuries and buying stocks - I pay taxes in USA of which I have a long verifiable history. Will I owe additional taxes in Thailand?

which ones? And also I wanted to know what extra miscellaneous expenses there are as one person pointed out field trips... that is why I was looking for personal accounts.

he knows about the smoke - he has lived in both Bkk and Phuket - he wants cost of schooling estimates for CM...

Thanks, yes, it is the extras like school trips - how much did they run? I have warned about smoke season already... trying to keep this thread on finances but will pass your answer along. He has lived in both Bkk and Phuket...

I have a friend who is considering moving to CM with his 10 year old daughter and limited funds. What might be the cost for an International School all in with extras etc... I think he found one for $700 US a month - What is the cost for a school like Prem? I think he can live in town for a reasonable cost but are most of the schools out of town and will require transportation? Any and all price info will be appreciated. Including miscellaneous expenses as well.

me too - last year - no problems at all but I used an agent and let them deal with it... they do this all the time.

and why also at 3 a.m. w/alcohol involved... ?

Sorry. Very sad.

I would think they have, but not sure over how long a period of time... I would say that if you are looking at the last 2-4 years, you might expect an average of 30-40 % increase on your daily/monthly expenses

poor example as tuk tuks are mostly negotiable and there are tourist 'take me shopping' tun tun and others fir transport... And it would be difficult to judge by any one item because there are sales and exceptions... Generally, many items have gone up a considerable expense... over they years... that 20 baht noodle soup is now likely 40 baht...

that won't work - I am looking for something that matches my choices - people who like the same choices also liked... etc etc...

have you tried standing up every 10 or 15 minutes at the table and walking around a bit...

tried that

They have a few in Chiang Mai - where are you?

Are there any cites where you can type in movies you like and get movie recommendations that would match?