@John **********

John I will also get insurance in Thailand.

Amazing amount of us new people. You all have already helped me alot. Thank you. I followed several expats on YouTube and they recommended this group.

I know that. But here in America, when you buy a condo, you only own the condo, not the land also.

I wonder if I can work with an agent her and open bank account from here? I thought I read that it could be in you home bank account ready for transfer? Or maybe I could stay in a B&B there for two months and look around for a condo. Then apply and buy condo.???

Question, if you open a bank account through an agent, do you have to return home to deposit the 800k? and can't I apply for retirement visa while I am there after opening a bank account and transferred the money. Or is there a waiting period? Thanks for airline tip. I want to fly to Vancouver , stay 2 nights. I will need a break as will my cat. Then fly over.

You all almost convenced me to rent before I buy for a year. But what has me on the fence is, most places I look at to rent are $700.00 us a month. Thats crazy, but if I buy, it is settled with out paying rent. That seems like a waste of money.

I am not looking for profit. I just have a problem paying rent, when I can spend 4,000,00 and not have to think about rent every month

@Ken ********

I never said invest, I said deposit in bank. It is required on some visa.

What areas in Jomtien are best for rentals. I want to try for a sea view. I do want at least 40sqm.and reasonable rent, if I go that way.