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Top 6 mistakes foreigners make moving to Thailand - and then return home. Feat. expat interviews
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3 ай бұрынWhat to expect when you move to Thailand and what mistakes not to make. Featuring 7 interviews → including an attorney and marriage counselor. During this video we will talk relationships, business, and tips from longtime foreigners living in Thailand on how to make your new expat or retired life successful. #thailand #retirement #expat
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KEY MOMENTS
00:52 Five key things about this video
MISTAKE 1: "nothing to do"
01:58 Aquella Golf Course and interview with Tim Newton (Australian) @timnewtontoday
03:55 Thai Mueang Beach
04:28 Have purpose
MISTAKE 2 "unrealistic expectations"
04:43 Soccer field and interview with Mutsa (Zimbabwe)
06:36 is there discrimination?
07:16 Create ease
07:46 Immigration lines
08:04 "The Thailand Tourist Tax"
08:38 Police checkpoint
MISTAKE 3 "not taking time to explore best options"
09:33 Jungala Phuket and interview with Wolf (Germany) @JungalaPhuket
12:10 Invest in health when living in Thailand
MISTAKE 4 "not enough research when starting business"
12:40 Issara at Kata Beach and interview with owner, Niko (Croatia)
16:20 Side adventures
MISTAKE 5 "no due diligence"
17:02 Noraseth, interview with Thai attorney helping expats
MISTAKE 6 "bar girls"
20:48 Interview with Thai marriage counselor, Dr. Nat
24:27 How are ya big boy?
24:54 Enroll a guide
25:10 Manage expectations
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@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Why do foreigners leave Thailand? This video offers perspective as to why, including interviews with foreigners who lived in Thailand 10+ years.
Also interviewed, a local marriage counselor and attorney, who offer tips to help avoid common issues when living in Thailand as a foreigner.
What mistakes do you see foreigners make most often when moving to Thailand? Please include in comments below.
@Trump-dj3xu 2 ай бұрын
I’m 53 ready to retire tomorrow have plenty of money to go to Thailand. I’ve been following your videos along with many others. The one thing that scares me is they say that people from the United States cannot live long-term and Thailand because they keep getting sick for some reason. Obviously you have proven that wrong, but is there any truth to it??? ❤❤❤❤ also, can you explain the marijuana legalities? I see it in a lot of your shots KZfaq won’t care you won’t get in trouble.!!! ❤❤❤
@punnymoney3692 2 ай бұрын
Do you know what's going on with cannabis? Legal still? See any shops for that around?
@user-mn3om7oc9r 2 ай бұрын
สวัสดีครับ🇹🇭
@rogerward9492 2 ай бұрын
@@Trump-dj3xu If you have the money to live in Thailand, why don't you take a holiday first, for a few months travelling. I think the weed will be stopped this year, but that will not stop people from buying it, the government made a big mistake not controlling it better.
@pithius2191 Ай бұрын
Potentially such a lot of wisdom, maybe make the vid less about yourself (standing in the frame) and give the interviewees more time
@JonahIta 4 күн бұрын
I believe the retirement crisis will get even worse. Many struggle to save due to low wages, rising prices, and exorbitant rents. With homeownership becoming unattainable for middle-class Americans, they may not have a home to rely on for retirement either.
@christianalawal3695 4 күн бұрын
Got it! Buying stocks during a recession when prices are down could be a good move. You might get them at a lower price and sell later when they go up. Just do your homework and be aware of the risks before diving in!
@ElijahReuben- 4 күн бұрын
@@christianalawal3695 That's awesome! Investing in stocks with a reliable trading system can lead to great outcomes. It's fantastic that you've been working with a financial advisor for a year now. Starting with less than $200K and being just $19,000 away from making half a million in profit is impressive! Keep up the good work!
@SantiagoWyatt- 4 күн бұрын
@@ElijahReuben- Mind if I ask you to recommend this particular coach you using their service?
@ElijahReuben- 4 күн бұрын
@@SantiagoWyatt- VICTORIA CARMEN SANTAELLA Constable is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..
@Freddie-09 4 күн бұрын
@@ElijahReuben- She appears to be well-educated and well-read. I ran a Google search for her name and came across her website; thank you for sharing.
@timnewtontoday 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for coming up to Thai Mueang. Great video. See you next time you're up this way Philip.
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Tim, and thanks for the introduction to your cool neighborhood and Aquella Golf Course. Looking forward to another visit with you there and lunch.
@ptanisaro 2 ай бұрын
You live a healthy and fulfilled life, Tim. The life I dream of.
@scottDchicago Ай бұрын
It was great to hear your insights on this format Tim!
@bryancole842 2 ай бұрын
Enjoyed all the different interviews on such a wide range of topics. 😊 Nice
@TheSponsorPodcast 2 ай бұрын
Proud of you bro! Awesome episode.
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Murphy. Looking forward to seeing you here soon.
@justinmcintosh6554 Ай бұрын
This was insightful mate. Well done. I love the tourist tax attitude actually. Too many get bent out of shape
@PhilipJames360 Ай бұрын
Thank you Justin. And yes, any random fee < 1000 baht am happy to pay without disrupting my day. It beats paying overall inflated costs in the U.S.
@hilcobosman8736 Ай бұрын
But why must have a reason no int.licence?
@bahathaiyaok4702 11 күн бұрын
It's true, anyone who wants to marry a good woman who dreams and overcomes obstacles together should follow Dr. Nat.😊😊😊
@KangTheDigitalNomadGlobeTreker 2 ай бұрын
Gentlemen THIS IS PROBABLY ONE OF THEE MOST IMPORTANT VIDEOS FOR FIRST TIMERS TRAVELLING TO ***THE KINGDOM OF THAILAND*** Why its important for you ss men to all know fyom 18 to 95 that there is a journey an ability to grow learn and change and WHO YOU WERE IN YOUR HOME COUNTRY IS WHO YOU WILL BE OUTHERE IN THE WORLD 🌍🌎 .....pay attention you can either GROW OR SELF DESTRUCT
@scottDchicago Ай бұрын
This was an informative and well organized episode enriched with pearls of wisdom. It was great to see Tim Newton included as I haven’t missed a single episode of his in over four years. Great video and all of the individuals included in it highlighted great advice.
@elvantonucci695 2 ай бұрын
I like your precise presentations . Most bloggers present a lot dribble for content
@keonesilva3646 Ай бұрын
The thing with the cop was hilarious lol 😂
@ceeddesign774 7 күн бұрын
fantastic video and informative guidance from you brother. You have covered a wide range of important topics into a great video. Much appreciated, and much appreciate your style, content and service. Thanks again.
@user-ju4hc7pq3l 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the knowledge and awareness of the do and don'ts of what to do in any part of Thailand. Good educational warning for first timers who are there at present and about to go there for certain reason that they may have ...
@wcfields4469 2 ай бұрын
I came from California 1-1/2 year ago. My expectations coming here was to find a completely different way of life. I love Thailand I love Thai people and culture. I'll never go back to usa
@AZdreaminn Ай бұрын
Same same
@markverhoeven7518 4 күн бұрын
About police stops, if you did nothing wrong, tell them you would like to pay at the police station. They will have more paper work and so often let you pass without fine.
@freiformation 2 ай бұрын
so much effort again brother! Really appreciate you're sharing all the infos! See you in Vietnam 🇻🇳😜
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Marcin. Looking forward to seeing you in Vietnam later this year.
@paul-martintandetzki731 2 ай бұрын
Simplified: boredom & broken heart I've heard a lot of foreigners say they gonna retire here with beach sunset and beer, in my mind I was like that's a one week holiday not retirement.
@singas2854 Ай бұрын
Yes getting out of holiday mode is a must
@mangostickyrice555 2 ай бұрын
Thumbs up 👍 Phillip
@eddied.8361 2 ай бұрын
Just want to take the the time to personally Thank You for this video it’s very good very different.(In about a month i plan on retiring in The Land of Smiles) trying to suck up a bit of information i can get so Thank You 🙏🏽🇺🇸👍🏽
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Eddie
@pawlowjp 2 күн бұрын
You mention “living life” in Thailand. That’s nearly impossible in the US nowadays. I make 6 figures in Tampa, live in a 2/1 house and I’m strapped!!!
@PhilipJames360 2 күн бұрын
wow... 6 figures would bring you a high standard of living in Thailand.
@SeanRice-xm8tv 2 ай бұрын
Great video again buddy
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Sean
@palomatherapy 2 ай бұрын
Great information. thank you
@Bomaximus 2 ай бұрын
Great video, thank you..I love how you ignored that tourist and didn't feed into her attention seeking nature😊
@TravellingMan20 Ай бұрын
An interesting and enjoyable video, thanks for sharing.
@malberto007 2 ай бұрын
Good info. Thanks.
@victoriaabbott326 Ай бұрын
Great video, very informative. I fell in love with Thailand after my first visit in May. Trouble is deciding where to get a long term rental, so spoiled for choice!
@samuelalix7208 2 ай бұрын
Bro, arguably this is one of the best informative and entertaining videos hands down. Thank you. Visiting in September. Sam CHAMP
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Sam, look forward to seeing you in Thailand in September!
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
(About the police checkpoint in this video at 08:38) they pulled over every single foreigner, and Thais without helmets. They did not honor my 🏍 license from a foreign country. Usually, they honor it, and usually when wearing a helmet there is no issue with being stopped. In the meantime, a Thai license is easy to get, but there is downtime between application and delivery. Hence, 'the Thailand tourist tax'.
@deanwhitehead Ай бұрын
Thank you for explaining. I saw your helmet and wondered what was the infraction. So convenient you could pay right there! No separate visit to a police station or wait for a court date. Great helpful tips!
@georgequek7996 2 ай бұрын
These farang guys are not expats and they are Vloggers or Backpackers.🤫
@ratemyfastfood 9 күн бұрын
Clowns for sure.
@ddd4783 Ай бұрын
ขอบคุณมากครับ ได้รับรู้มุมมองจากวัฒนธรรมที่ต่างกัน 🙏
@Wabbit1961 Ай бұрын
I met my wife on an Asian chat app on December 15, 2021 Married May 2, 2023 I'm 63 and she is 55 currently.
@cooliipie Ай бұрын
Prenub
@user-vc5jn2pb2m 2 ай бұрын
Wowww very very very good interview
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you
@mauimixer6040 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing and love your attitude about the tourist tax !😮😅, what else can you do,except make it worse otherwise. Great show! What was the ticket for, you bad boy !? Great info about jungala(where's it at,patong ?)and link for Tim too. Planning on a trip in a couple months, again. Maybe we can meet up. I worked on Bangla rd in 09 for 7mos but it didn't work out. Oh well, next id a scouting trip before moving.
@darwinsvaleza 2 ай бұрын
i hope you come and visit the Philippines.
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Darwin, me too! Hopefully soon.
@sabrinamadison8769 2 ай бұрын
very interesting, I love your videos
@thediplomat3137 2 күн бұрын
Out of Bangkok, Samui and Phuket, where would you choose to live? I can't decide if I'd prefer to live in BKK and take periodic trips to the islands or the opposite. Thanks in advance
@PhilipJames360 2 күн бұрын
Good question.... for nature and the ocean, either Samui or Phuket. From either (and cheap), it is easy to fly to Bangkok and enjoy city life.
@laorhino9702 2 ай бұрын
Biggest mistake- take their attitude and mentality with them or the idea that they can change Thailand.
@KangTheDigitalNomadGlobeTreker 2 ай бұрын
Yeah a 10 year to 20 year vet in living in Thailand is thee only go to guide OTHER THAN A LOCAL WHO GREW UP THERE HANGS OUT a couple of times per year on and off Tim's shirt is sooooo player. I need the shirt Tim I'm a first day subscriber give me the link 🔗 Play a sport, work on your business MAKE MONEY 💰💰💰💰 AND WORKOUT learn so much
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Yes! Tim's shirt is 💯
@nickstewart7655 Ай бұрын
Where in Bangkok did issara do culinary school as looking for one myself or can you recommend one please
@PhilipJames360 6 күн бұрын
Le Cordon Bleu
@clivebaxter6354 2 ай бұрын
Tim is right, find something to do, but for goodness sake don't be yet another vlogger, we are vlogged out!
@rahulnair1989 Ай бұрын
Hi @PhilipJames360 where do you play soccer on Sundays?
@PhilipJames360 Ай бұрын
Every Sunday at Head Start School in Phuket. It starts at noon and there is another game at 6p
@rahulnair1989 Ай бұрын
@@PhilipJames360 Perfect. Thanks. Btw, I just realized that I've seen you in person at the Homa co-working space. Didn't realize it was you. I'll say hello next time.
@kevinp8108 2 ай бұрын
Hi Philip! What did the cops bust you for that you had to pay 1000 baht? You were wearing a helmet so it couldn't be a helmet fine.
@Consumer11 2 ай бұрын
Prob didn’t have a Thai licence
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Kevin, this checkpoint pulled over every single foreigner and Thais without helmets. They did not honor my 🏍️ license from a foreign country. Usually, they honor it, and usually when wearing a helmet there is no issue with being stopped. In the meantime, a Thai license is easy to get, but there is downtime between application and delivery.
@Consumer11 2 ай бұрын
I was pulled over in Bangkok randomly and asked to see my licence, i showed Australian licence and was on my way, that’s Thailand
@davidpattison5860 Ай бұрын
Hi @ Philip James Enjoyed your video , my car driving license took about 1 hour in total and I left the building with my new Thai photo license, cost 205 baht the motorcycle license would add another 120 baht I think and only another 30 minutes or so , but I live in a non tourist area near korat , my first business idea for anyone is a comb shop in Pattaya or Phuket , guaranteed to meet only ladies , 👍
@neolion8150 2 ай бұрын
So “due diligence” allows foreigners to buy property in their own name? Just asking because marriage is definitely not on my radar.
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
The attorney from the video shared some bad stories about foreigners and real estate transactions (purchases), that could have been avoided with a legal consultant on board 'due diligence". If I were to buy in Thailand, would definitely consider an attorney, and not a girl or agency, to help me navigate and make sure my best interests are preserved.
@ayngelina 2 ай бұрын
Great tips for every country. But why did you get pulled over by the police, you were wearing a helmet. Do you not have an international drivers license?
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Ayngelina, this checkpoint was unusual as I never had a problem with it before. On this day, they were pulling over every single foreigner, and Thais without helmets. They did not honor my license from a foreign country. Usually, they honor it, and usually when wearing a helmet there is no issue with being stopped. In the meantime, am getting my Thai license!
@Flagship7 Ай бұрын
Bangla Road - Go to Bangladesh.
@user-ol1qm9ey7g 2 ай бұрын
แต่นี่เป็นแค่หลักการการปฏิบัติจริงๆอาจเพิ่มหรือลดก็ได้จำนวนเงิน
@totallyraw1313 2 ай бұрын
Hey man, are you on TRT, bro?
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
ha, TRT is quite common in the Phuket fitness circles. In an upcoming video will share why I am not on TRT (natural levels already high) and why monitoring blood levels is much easier and less expensive in Thailand compared to the U.S.
@nampla.brother 2 ай бұрын
Hi Philip san. I really love your T-shirt👕旅人✨ 17:29
@PhilipJames360 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Nampla Brother, looking forward to seeing you in Bangkok next week.
@user-ee8ld2tm3i Ай бұрын
Well , the biggest mistake ( my opinion only ) is moving to Thailand. ....when you can go there as a tourist for any time you have in your situation and leave again. I mean ,look at the scene showing in the video : that Bangla walking street in Phuket. Cannabis shop. Kebap. I mean , the sheer ugliness of it , not Thai at all , and see the guys sitting in them bars , OMG ! and that beach the one interviewee talks about , shadeless and hot , who would sit there in the sun and get burned ? I once swam in Kata beach , and got stung by them things in the water , no thank you.Where I live , retired , not my born country , I have trees and shade on the coast and clear water with no critters in it that sting , and terrific food , and mostly no sweating weather , and no bars and girls and the ex-pats that frequent them , and beautiful OLD arquitecture. costs a little more ( or not , depending on youse bar-bills ) and if you European no problem with visa and all that entails. I like Thailand , well the North , and will go there again no doubt . but as a tourist.
@CerebralAptitude 2 ай бұрын
Odd how you left out WHY you were pulled over. Seems like you enjoy justifying BS and leaving out whatever point you choose.
@enterthenuttmeister 2 ай бұрын
The attorney saying that you're guilty until proven innocent? That doesn't seem right. Doubt you can accuse someone of theft without any proof at all.
@MilipTichaelPhomas 2 ай бұрын
good luck to you, sir.
@user-ol1qm9ey7g 2 ай бұрын
คุณจะได้รับเอกสารครบเหมือนที่คนไทยได้รับทุกประการ
@TigerBoyX15 Ай бұрын
Are you a Libra Borderless ?
@benmontjo Ай бұрын
I have to disagree with you with the tourist tax thing. By being friendly, smiling and laughing about it with the police, you just encourage them to keep doing this bad behavior of scamming the tourists and foreigners living in Thailand. Did he said to you the reason why he pull you over?
@ifh4030 2 ай бұрын
3:12 You cut the dude off. I thought this was an interview.
@PhilipJames360 Ай бұрын
got it! I will plan to longer interviews with Tim on the future
@markverhoeven7518 4 күн бұрын
@ 13:00 And people eat that fish raw? Not very hygienic with your plaster 🤮
@user-ol1qm9ey7g 2 ай бұрын
ฉันตั้งไว้ที่อายุ 55 ขึ้น ประมาณ 1 ล้านดอลลาร์คุณจะได้รับสัญชาติ คุณจะได้รับเงินใช้ ขั้นต่ำ แล้วแต่จะตกลงแต่เป็นเงินหลักแสนต่อเดือนแน่นอนไม่รวมค่าที่พัก ถ้าเกิดเหตุเจ้าของสิทธิ์ไม่อยู่เงินส่วนที่เหลือขอหักเข้ากองทุน รักษา 30 บาททุกโรค
@jamessteep8962 15 күн бұрын
You gotta go to the gym bro...thats how I met my girl...Bangkapi...😊😊😊
@matmatsuzaki2619 2 ай бұрын
90% fails in Thailand doing business. Its a scam. LOL
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