Nick, i know you would like to live in Thailand like all of us. But honestly, your dream and finances dont meet up. Please believe me if i say this kindly. Rather be poor in your own country , than be poor in another nation's country. Visit, go back a year later and repeat.
Just heard from thai lady in Isaan that a new house built by a swiss farang, that his wife sleeps with another thai man when he is overseas. Then when he is back its his turn. The house party for the new house was held 4 weeks ago! Remember you will forfeit the house TOTALLY !