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The 35 Best Co-Working Spaces in Bangkok

Working from home sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? For the most part, setting your own work schedule and having the freedom to work from any location you’d prefer does sound like the ultimate scenario. However, working at home can also be isolating, downright distracting… Read More

Can a Foreigner Get a Personal Loan or Mortgage in Thailand?

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If you are considering working long-term in Thailand, or you possess substantial savings or assets, you might be exploring the possibilities of obtaining a personal loan or mortgage. If your goal is to purchase a home, a mortgage could be the ideal option to secure… Read More

Your Financial Planning Guide for Living in Thailand

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Relocating to a different country comes with a multitude of considerations, with the most important one being your finances. So as you plan the next chapter of your life, it is essential to approach financial planning with confidence and foresight. Whether you’re in the early… Read More

5 Very Useful Fiverr Gigs for Expats Living in Thailand

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Fiverr is an online platform that connects you to freelance workers who offer a wide range of services for both personal and professional use. The platform allows freelancers to create “gigs” and offer their services to clients in categories such as translation, virtual assistance, graphic… Read More

Taxes For Expats – A Review of the US Filing Service for Expats

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If you’re an American living abroad, be that in Asia, Africa, or Europe, you can’t ignore your US tax filing requirement. It doesn’t matter whether you are a retiree, a digital nomad, or somewhere in between, you must ensure that you are complying with the… Read More

The Boiler Rooms of Thailand – How to Avoid Investment Scams

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A fool and his money are soon parted, as the saying goes. But it’s not just fools that have lost their savings in Thailand to fraudsters; it’s people like you and me. The worst thing about it is, the scammers are usually our fellow countrymen… Read More

A List of Prohibited Jobs for Foreigners in Thailand

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I often get asked about job opportunities in Thailand for specific industries, and “Can I move to Thailand and work as a [enter job here]. The answer is usually no – because Thailand prohibits foreign nationals from working in many areas of industry. The large… Read More

Thai Credit Card Guide: Requirements & Benefits for Expats

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You don’t need a Thai credit card to live in Thailand; there’s plenty of others ways to pay for goods and services. However, depending on your situation, it may be something you want to consider. Perhaps the biggest benefit of a credit card is reducing… Read More

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Recommended Thailand Services

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Learning Thai

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Financial Planning

Whether you need life insurance, pension planning or other investment advice, I can connect you with my personal IFA. Simply fill out this form.

Health Insurance

I recommend getting a quote from Cigna for international Insurance, and then comparing that with local insurance premiums on Mr Prakan.

Travel Services

Hotels: Agoda offers good deals on hotels in Thailand. This is because they are located in the region and secure lots of special promotions. It's also worth trying Booking.com and Hotels.com for comparison.

Travel Insurance: SafetyWing is great for trips to Thailand and elsewhere. I've used them many times. If you're from the UK/Europe you can also try True Traveller.

Over 70? Insure My Trip. has policies for those struggling to find travel insurance cover due to age restrictions.

Bank Account

Need an international bank account that holds multiple currencies and lets you transfer, receive & spend wherever you are, with a MasterCard. I've used one for 4 years. Check out Wise.

Rent / Buy Property

Looking for an apartment to rent or a home to buy? For the largest selection of properties in Thailand, and a completely free service, visit PropertyScout here.

Data Security

To keep your data secure you should use a VPN when using public WIFI and when accessing internet banking and other sensitive information online. I use both Vypr VPN and Nord VPN.

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