Most of us ex-pats with a fixed income & Thais

[jwest10]

Yes, most of us ex-pats who have a wonderful Thai family and like most are on fixed income and been asked what happens when the money runs out.
Before people state the obvious answers and one has no family or just a handful of friends in Blighty  or any houses.

Why is it that Thais in the main do not like to sell land, and some have loads to help out in terms of finance, but are willing to sell some jewellery and also a house though the latter,any want to have their own house built, but that is if they can afford it.
We of course in the main provide the funds and not in our names and sometimes discuss but am sure some Thai families would help out?
Thoughts anyone and just a general question and thanks.

[Will B Good]

Possibly a bit rude......but easier to read........

 

 

Many of us expats living with wonderful Thai families are on fixed incomes, and sooner or later, the question arises: what happens when the money runs out?

Before the obvious answers come up—some of us have no property back in the UK, no real family support, and only a few close friends in Blighty.

One thing I’ve noticed is that, culturally, many Thais are reluctant to sell land, even when they have quite a bit of it. Land is seen as something to hold onto, not liquidate. Yet they’re often more willing to sell jewellery, or even a house—though in many cases, they’d prefer to build their own home if finances allow.

As expats, we usually provide the funds for these things, often not in our own names. It’s discussed sometimes, but I wonder: would Thai families step in to help if things got tight?

Just putting the question out there. Curious to hear others’ thoughts. Thanks.