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Why are expats in Thailand reluctant to hire local agents instead of relying on technology?

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I have a philosophical question.

I am an agent, and I am also speaking on behalf of my Thai colleagues who have been working in this field for many years.

You are happy to come and live in Thailand, but why are you reluctant to give work to local Thai agents, even before you arrive?

Why do many people prefer to spend their money on Google, Claude, or ChatGPT rather than supporting local professionals and agents in Thailand?

Is this simply a matter of convenience, trust, cost, technology, or is there a deeper philosophical reason behind it?

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The post raises a philosophical question regarding expats' reluctance to engage local Thai agents for assistance as they prepare to live in Thailand. It contrasts the preference for using technology solutions such as Google and AI platforms over supporting local professionals, asking whether this choice stems from convenience, trust, cost, or deeper philosophical reasons.

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