Talk to a visa agent in the area you want to live in. They can give you information . You might or might not use them . Make sure they are the real deal

I did everything legal

I was 72 when I got here. I rented a condo and went to a visa agent That was 4 years ago. Just come here and stay in a hotel until you find a place you like . I didn’t know how to do the visa process so I paid a reputable agent.

Talk to a reputable visa agent and go from there

Something is wrong. Go to a different agency. They cost more money but they do it all for you. I’m older and needed an agent.

I arrived in Thailand 4 years ago . Stayed in a hotel for a week and looked at condos. Rented a condo . I was on my 90 day visa. Next I went to a visa agent and they helped me with bank account and 1 year visa. A lot of people say save money and get it yourself. Not good for me. Don’t send money to anyone at all. Do all business on person. Good luck to you