Like many have said, it depends. Another aspect to this question is, even if you will not have to pay taxes will you still have to file tax return?

I would apply for the visa yourself either in your home country or in Thailand. From what I hear, opening a bank account has been increasingly difficult. You might want to look for an agent just to open the bank account which is a one time thing. After that you would be free of the agent.

I opened a Bangkok Bank account in Kantharalak last month. It was easy but I had a yellow house book which might have made a difference. It took less than an hour and they were very friendly. I’ve got an American passport which usually deters banks but it wasn’t a problem for me.

The Sisaket immigration office has a reputation for being very helpful.

I have AIS on my eSIM

@Joe *****

First day in Thailand. I guess I view racism as something more substantial that skin care products.

No. Never. Been here full time for 7 years.

There are too many people who are overly sensitive and looking to complain about anything. ❄️ ❄️ ❄️

This is Thailand. Sabai. Sabai. 🙏

@Andy *******

There are no charges if you use cardless withdrawal at an ATM

The baht has been worse and better the past 7 years. It’s now the same as when I arrived.

I got lucky in 2022. I bought a car and built a house back then.

Currently you can enter Thailand 60 days visa exempt and you can extend that for 30 days. You should confidently be able to exit and repeat. When you exit stay a few days in Cambodia since you plan to go there long term anyway. Don't try to exit Thailand and return the same day. I don't know exactly what would work but that is the least likely.