Hi guys. I did mention Western guys are buying plots to build on the first project. I forgot to say with their Thai partners. Foreigners can't own land in Thailand. There are leaseholds and owning through a company set up is possible. Saying this, I recommend renting until you find yourself in a good relationship (marriage) and want to plant your roots on a more permanent basis. Many Western guys also buy with their Thai partners and use their house as a base when they are visiting Thailand. Thanks to John the accountant who gave some land measurement conversions. 125 sq wah = 500 m2 1 square wah = 4 m2 You can also Subscribe to my 4k Thailand walking tour channel - th-cam.com/video/dtbHE_fC8IQ/w-d-xo.html useful links: How to buy land in Thailand - bit.ly/3fu1Sz1 Siam legal - www.siam-legal.com/realestate/thailand-property-foreigner.php Buying property in Thailand - www.thaiembassy.com/property/buying-property-in-thailand taxes & fees www.samuiforsale.com/knowledge/real-property-transfer-taxes-and-fees.html 6
I dunno man, those little low budget projects dont do it for me. Go back and have a look at them in 3 years - there will be Lactasoy/M150 banners hanging off the gables of every house deployed as sun shades, chickens bombing about shitting everywhere, an old betel nut chewing granny who has a vague mistrust of ferangs, and 25 barking soi dogs who never shut up. Those low budget moo baan/soi's always head in that direction. Second place wasn't too bad I guess, nothing to write home about but ok. The problem there is the cheap land for sale next door. You could end up with an old local Somchai buying the land and setting up a small metal fabrication shop to crack on with in his semi retirement years. I have seen shit like that happen before. I knew a bloke in Hua Hin who built a cracking house, 12 months after moving in the Thais who owned 2 rai next door built a large garage on it to service there fleet of VIP busses. No shit. You know those mental ones with the daft speakers? I mean literally a FLEET. The place had half a dozen shifty looking workers tinkering on engines and jet washing all day, playing Carabao max volume and getting a bit shouty after 5pm when they steamed into the LaoKhao and Laab Moo. It was a disaster for the poor sod, and he half lost his mind because of it. Busses would roll in at like 3am, doing 27 point turns to get into the small entrance, engine revving away and all that. Nightmare. The way to do it is pretty much how you did it, all those years ago. Buy a decent size plot of land on a nice established quiet soi and build a proper house. Those little square concrete flat roof gaffs are a waste of money. Or say bollocks to all of it and buy a cottage in Devon.
Mate, I think you've seen it all. I've heard similar nightmare stories. If you have the patience then getting a plot and building yourself is the best way. You should start a TH-cam channel. Be great to hear some more stories. 👍🍺
Yes, no value ever in houses, same all over asia. The land is the key to value. Small house large land is always the best. You can make houses bigger easily and cheaply.
@James, you are right. My advise to most expats marrying local thai wife, these types of houses could be the best investment as you will not lose too much if your wife decided to dump you later..... remember that farangs can't own anything in this country.
I think for £57k you could spec & build something better yourself and get some more land and a better view - however obviously there’s some hassle involved in doing all that and it wouldn’t be for everyone. Not sure how Tak compares to other provinces- I know there are price differences
Mate, I could see someone with family nearby looking at this like you’d definitely done well. The first seems like the best proposition for space and simple garden. Well done with the choice.
Agree David. Uk house prices have risen even more recently too ! Very difficult to get a decent sized house with an equally decent sized piece of land.👍👍🍻
Unbelievable money for that second house . You couldn’t buy a garage in London for that money. In my city (Newcastle) you couldn’t buy a flat for that money either. Good vlog.
Nice vid again james. Fantastic prices for those houses and very tempting but when you step back and think a little , what would you do allday where would you go, it could land up being very lonely and depressing after some time and asking yourself why the hell you moved to the middle of nowhere. ( just a thought)
Thanks johnny. Never had that problem myself and some cool places to go locally. Chiang Mai is a few hours north and Sukhothai 45 mins away. Depends what lifestyle you want I suppose.🍻👍
Seems like a pretty nice location from where one can easily get to 7Eleven, restaurant, scooter ride to shops, and space for a small car. All at a very reasonable price.
Both lovely houses. Personally I think there a bit clinical and have no soul. I would like to find a fixer upper and add my own style especially if I plan to live in it for a long time but if you're just using theses houses as a base you can't go wrong. Cheers Jame
$ 40K and $ 80K??? WOW!!! I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and average cost of a 2 bedroom home is 1 million USD. 40K and 80K is not even enough for a down payment to buy a house where I live. This is why I would love to move to Southeast Asia so much affordable. My down payment I currently have saved is enough to buy either house in cash.
I would say good prices IF you like the design/style. Personally I HATE this contemporary style. How can you "design" a nice open-plan living area which looks out on a carport...!? If you use it as a patio/garden there's nowhere else for the cars... and what about the usual garden/patio stuff that should go in a shed, somewhere else. These places look lovely in the brochures but after a year or two you might be keen to move on... and, as you know, selling secondhand houses is not as easy in Thailand as in the West. So... not for me, but worth it if you like the design. The larger plot would be a better option I think - room for a garage/shed/workshop...
I'm curious according to you this is northern Thailand but what Providence is the name of the town that is. By the way the house looks absolutely gorgeous.
I want to live out by a rice farm. As rural as this is, I want more distance between me and my neighbors. I'm cool with a 10 minute motorbike ride to the convenience store...."7-11", "Family", ect....
Cant beat the Tak life , id have a big pool in the first Baan ...Her brother offered me land next to their small holding ,..up at Baan klong huey sai ....tempting ....but cant get out ..ooohhhh the memories ....the second house next to 711 ...what a god send that one is ...never run out beer when a thai party is on ....houses are a pittance considering UK house prices ...its a no brainer really ...i liked the first house would suit me fine
If I was looking for a property that 7 11 could have sealed the deal.😁 If you re given some land then you could build a decent sized 2/3 bedroom property for 1.3 million.🍺👍
Liked the first one could have a pool and a garden. If you had a TGF she could plant a veggie garden and be happy. The second one I couldn't see the point. Might as well have a condo. No land to speak of.
@@jamesabroad8589 Ya, I'd wanna know the basic cost, and how much profit they are making before I would ever consider buying. Its just concrete, the second house was better, but still i see exactly the value, I do not think they are cheap at all. Trailers are a better buy in the west than these. Profit margins, should be over 20%
Could I really ever feel comfortable moving to a place in the shadow of Cobra Mountain? I have a strong feeling that they called it that because it's known to be crawling with poisonous long-necks. I'm not feeling the vibe...
as a work from home retirement property or 'western winter getaway' somewhere like that would be heaven for some, me included, I would imagine!!! in fact already starting to plan for it! The COBRA mountain is a bit disconcerting though.. not a fan of snakes! do they come down into town or into the houses? that would be a total dealbreaker!
that first place is awesome. i think the ratio of land to house has actually hit a magic number there and worth having the smaller house for it. Im still looking for a seven 11 ringtone for my phone. must be a headache to work with but as a customer on a hot day, always instantly happy memories when i hear it. outdoor kitchen already made on that first place too. Terrific.
Great video. We just bought our land in Surin and start building maybe next year so it is interesting to see what you get for your money else where. Cheers
Nice enough house and more outsides space than many Villages aka housing estate I have seen. Hi James, finally the Robins had landed on the Land of ..smile?😆 We are (vaccinated)here, in an ASQ hotel aka luxury prison 'til 21st, so looking forward to look around for new home 😊
Little point: I suspect many of your viewers might not be au-fait with "wah". Could be a good idea to include sq.m. sizes as well - as a learning process: "Math of the Day" 555....
I like it Mark. Tak town is small but has most things we need. Grew up in London so always dreamed of living somewhere like this surrounded by mountains.👍🍻🍻
I liked the first house. There are some similar deals just outside Pattaya right now that Nisa keeps finding. We just want something small 2-3 br for now.
Nice houses but yeah...the land is where all that money is...and that second house easily has probably 400k baht just in the windows and sliding doors using that white pvc...very expensive in Thailand...
Very interesting video mate 👍The first house was decent with an unusually large plot of land but the second one, I just couldn't get past the lizard shelf all the way round the ceiling. I really don't like that design as I think I've mentioned before 😆
A new 2 Bedroom apartment in my suburb, outer Sydney, is 20 million baht. 15 Million and you might be able to find one that is 40 years old and tiny. I will seriously consider buying one when I finish work to spend 6 months in Thailand and 6 months in Australia. This area is great too, easy half day drive to Chiang Mai, far enough away that it isn't Chiang Mai crazy.
Another great video, full of good info from a great bloke... I love the middle of nowhere, how much does it cost to build the cheaper one. Can you recommend a builder, don’t tell me he’s in the loo....yes we would all love a house like yours 😂😂😂. We have the land ( in the middle of nowhere) close to an international airport 🙈, just looking to build a house... Would love to visit you.
The 80k house had a much more modern lay out with the open floor plan, which is common in new builds in North America and the UK. Which a lot of westerners like. I find new designed Thai houses lack feeling and a lot have very small porches. Coming from the west I wouldn't want to live in something that is almost the same as back home beside the cost of buy or building. After watching many videos of Westerners building there new homes in Thailand most I think lack any character or feeling. Also something to think about if your thinking of it as a retirement place a 2 story house might not be practical as you get older with lots of stairs. As health becomes a issue as you get older.
Yes true Glen, bungalows are a better option later in life. Saw another 80k house with bigger land and on a nicer project. Will upload at the weekend.👍🍺
I liked the second with the bigger plot good deal. But living so close to neighbors is a deal breaker for me James. I was thinking for a little over 1.5 million extra you could buy a second hand house on a Rai with pool and no annoying neighbors thats what I did lol....I am getting old and cranky :)
You're the same as me, I don't mind neighbours as long as they're not too close. I didn't like to have neighbours at all before, but that changed after my neighbor saved my arse during the fire.😁 Hope you're well mate.👍🍺
Cool vid James, we like these vids. Wasn’t keen on the first property, too small and our pet hate is patio doors into the living room. We were split on the second one, the wife wasn’t keen on glass panels (felt slightly office like) whereas I sort of liked it but wasn’t really sure. Hope all is good that way man, stay safe 🙏😎👍🏻
Under usual conditions I would choose the smaller option, however since the wife is now working from home I would opt for a larger floor plan .... something with a soundproof man cave
Thanks James good insight Into house prices in Tak ready built you would be pushed to buy a shoe box for that price in the UK unless a northern terrace.
Buying any property in Thailand is a terrible idea. Better to load up all your money in a suitcase and open it up from a Bangkok highrise. Rural Thailand? Skeeterz and black scorpions, Wunnerful!
nice! can't go wrong for those prices. i do like the floor plan on #2 but not a low-height shared wall with neighbors. were the windows in the bedrooms those non-insulated jalousie style windows?
Hi James, Another great video thanks and very informative. Both houses are no doubt fantastic value and certainly compared to property prices in the UK.!! Was building your own house a ‘no brainer’ for you or did you consider looking for a completed ‘turn key’ property. ?? Cheers James, stay cool, stay healthy, Anthony 🍻 🙏🏻.
Hi, we are in the process of looking at house's in Thailand but stuck in the UK, could you do a video on the process that you should follow in order not to get scammed. I have put a advert on Facebook looking for information on certain areas and amazed at the amount of people who message you who have nothing to sell but want to know how much you want to spend ect. I engaged with one and had scam written over it, but I need to know the legal side and if your buying the land and the land owner doing the build
Hi Malc. I did a video, 10 tips for building in Thailand which could be useful to you. My advice is to narrow down the area in Thailand you wish to stay and join local facebook groups for more info. There's also a specific building in Thailand group. Adverts will attract the wrong kind of people at this point. Information is power and you need to find out from guys who have been through the process. 👍🍻
I actually think they are not cheap, not for the location, plus the houses have zero character. We bought the plot next door to our house in central BKK for 4M (planning on expanding when we can), it needs some work but it's central BKK.
Yes, it depends on if you like country living or have family in these types of areas. Certainly cheaper to build yourself, but I thought they were well priced compared to housing projects I've seen in other areas. Land in Central Bangkok is very expensive. How big was the plot?
That 3 bedroom house had a good layout. More western in style. I would buy that house even if I only needed 2 bedrooms and have the 3rd bedroom as an office/man cave.
The cellar is usually under the house and 5 bums here, 5 bums there and 3 bums must have had a western woman at the end 🤣 unless you meant a bakers dozen of course. 👍
Yes I put in the pinned comment at the top. Cheers Rhett. To my knowledge you have rights to the house if the land is leased. In a divorce you have 50% rights to the value of the house and contents.
its a shame that the $40 k house didn't have the seconds location . i could see it with a pool area at the front and a nice garden down the side of the house .
Cool video as always m8. But you are right, to small house with to big land...or reverse. Anyways, I am back in Europe yesterday after 15 months in Thailand..........I miss it already. :)
Hi guys. I did mention Western guys are buying plots to build on the first project. I forgot to say with their Thai partners. Foreigners can't own land in Thailand. There are leaseholds and owning through a company set up is possible. Saying this, I recommend renting until you find yourself in a good relationship (marriage) and want to plant your roots on a more permanent basis. Many Western guys also buy with their Thai partners and use their house as a base when they are visiting Thailand. Thanks to John the accountant who gave some land measurement conversions. 125 sq wah = 500 m2
1 square wah = 4 m2
You can also Subscribe to my 4k Thailand walking tour channel - th-cam.com/video/dtbHE_fC8IQ/w-d-xo.html
useful links:
How to buy land in Thailand - bit.ly/3fu1Sz1
Siam legal - www.siam-legal.com/realestate/thailand-property-foreigner.php
Buying property in Thailand - www.thaiembassy.com/property/buying-property-in-thailand
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www.samuiforsale.com/knowledge/real-property-transfer-taxes-and-fees.html
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What happens after the 30 year land lease?
@@mmaranta785 I believe you can renew twice, taking the total to 90 years.👍🍺
@@jamesabroad8589 How much do you have to pay the owner of the land when you renew?
i do not ok
I dunno man, those little low budget projects dont do it for me. Go back and have a look at them in 3 years - there will be Lactasoy/M150 banners hanging off the gables of every house deployed as sun shades, chickens bombing about shitting everywhere, an old betel nut chewing granny who has a vague mistrust of ferangs, and 25 barking soi dogs who never shut up. Those low budget moo baan/soi's always head in that direction.
Second place wasn't too bad I guess, nothing to write home about but ok. The problem there is the cheap land for sale next door. You could end up with an old local Somchai buying the land and setting up a small metal fabrication shop to crack on with in his semi retirement years. I have seen shit like that happen before. I knew a bloke in Hua Hin who built a cracking house, 12 months after moving in the Thais who owned 2 rai next door built a large garage on it to service there fleet of VIP busses. No shit. You know those mental ones with the daft speakers? I mean literally a FLEET. The place had half a dozen shifty looking workers tinkering on engines and jet washing all day, playing Carabao max volume and getting a bit shouty after 5pm when they steamed into the LaoKhao and Laab Moo. It was a disaster for the poor sod, and he half lost his mind because of it. Busses would roll in at like 3am, doing 27 point turns to get into the small entrance, engine revving away and all that. Nightmare.
The way to do it is pretty much how you did it, all those years ago. Buy a decent size plot of land on a nice established quiet soi and build a proper house. Those little square concrete flat roof gaffs are a waste of money.
Or say bollocks to all of it and buy a cottage in Devon.
Mate, I think you've seen it all. I've heard similar nightmare stories. If you have the patience then getting a plot and building yourself is the best way. You should start a TH-cam channel. Be great to hear some more stories. 👍🍺
Your stories are hilarious 555
Yes, no value ever in houses, same all over asia. The land is the key to value.
Small house large land is always the best.
You can make houses bigger easily and cheaply.
@James, you are right. My advise to most expats marrying local thai wife, these types of houses could be the best investment as you will not lose too much if your wife decided to dump you later..... remember that farangs can't own anything in this country.
NEVER BUY...ONLY RENT...
I think for £57k you could spec & build something better yourself and get some more land and a better view - however obviously there’s some hassle involved in doing all that and it wouldn’t be for everyone. Not sure how Tak compares to other provinces- I know there are price differences
Yes for sure. Always pay a premium for pre-builds. Land prices vary so much but certainly cheaper here than Chiang Mai or Pattaya.🍻👍
@@jamesabroad8589 non thais cant legally own land property tho
Mate, I could see someone with family nearby looking at this like you’d definitely done well. The first seems like the best proposition for space and simple garden. Well done with the choice.
Cheers Luke, certainly a decent plot for the price.🍻👍
I liked the layout of the second house 2.4 m
Very cheap considering what you get in the uk but would prefer a lot more land
Agree David. Uk house prices have risen even more recently too ! Very difficult to get a decent sized house with an equally decent sized piece of land.👍👍🍻
Unbelievable money for that second house . You couldn’t buy a garage in London for that money. In my city (Newcastle) you couldn’t buy a flat for that money either. Good vlog.
Cheers Bill. Yep, compared to the UK, it does make your mouth water. If you build it yourself, it would be even cheaper. 🙏👍
Nice vid again james. Fantastic prices for those houses and very tempting but when you step back and think a little , what would you do allday where would you go, it could land up being very lonely and depressing after some time and asking yourself why the hell you moved to the middle of nowhere. ( just a thought)
Thanks johnny. Never had that problem myself and some cool places to go locally. Chiang Mai is a few hours north and Sukhothai 45 mins away. Depends what lifestyle you want I suppose.🍻👍
NOT worth 80k im sorry! Terrible floor plan in my opinion. Floors need sealing, no shape looks like a friggin box. Too small.
Seems like a pretty nice location from where one can easily get to 7Eleven, restaurant, scooter ride to shops, and space for a small car. All at a very reasonable price.
Both lovely houses. Personally I think there a bit clinical and have no soul. I would like to find a fixer upper and add my own style especially if I plan to live in it for a long time but if you're just using theses houses as a base you can't go wrong. Cheers Jame
Yes agree David, as a temporary base does the job and a bit more. All the best.👍🍻
$ 40K and $ 80K??? WOW!!! I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and average cost of a 2 bedroom home is 1 million USD. 40K and 80K is not even enough for a down payment to buy a house where I live. This is why I would love to move to Southeast Asia so much affordable. My down payment I currently have saved is enough to buy either house in cash.
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Got double the house double the land for less its called covid 19 and desperate land sellers for cash
I would say good prices IF you like the design/style. Personally I HATE this contemporary style. How can you "design" a nice open-plan living area which looks out on a carport...!? If you use it as a patio/garden there's nowhere else for the cars... and what about the usual garden/patio stuff that should go in a shed, somewhere else.
These places look lovely in the brochures but after a year or two you might be keen to move on... and, as you know, selling secondhand houses is not as easy in Thailand as in the West.
So... not for me, but worth it if you like the design. The larger plot would be a better option I think - room for a garage/shed/workshop...
Yep, all a matter of taste Harry. I like the general design but might change a few things.👍🍻
I'm curious according to you this is northern Thailand but what Providence is the name of the town that is. By the way the house looks absolutely gorgeous.
Tak in lower North Thailand.👍🍺
I want to live out by a rice farm. As rural as this is, I want more distance between me and my neighbors. I'm cool with a 10 minute motorbike ride to the convenience store...."7-11", "Family", ect....
Not easy to find big plots away from neighbours on these projects unfortunately.👍🍺
Good set up for kitchen when using gas bottles
Shop around there are some fantastic deals out there
I want one..but need loan.Disabled US Vet..
Cant beat the Tak life , id have a big pool in the first Baan ...Her brother offered me land next to their small holding ,..up at Baan klong huey sai ....tempting ....but cant get out ..ooohhhh the memories ....the second house next to 711 ...what a god send that one is ...never run out beer when a thai party is on ....houses are a pittance considering UK house prices ...its a no brainer really ...i liked the first house would suit me fine
If I was looking for a property that 7 11 could have sealed the deal.😁 If you re given some land then you could build a decent sized 2/3 bedroom property for 1.3 million.🍺👍
Liked the first one could have a pool and a garden. If you had a TGF she could plant a veggie garden and be happy. The second one I couldn't see the point. Might as well have a condo. No land to speak of.
Agree Trevor. Maybe room for a small BBQ, but not much else.👍🙏
Don't think I could live in Tak looks too quiet and probably a couple hours from the nearest airport. I'm guessing it may take a while to resell.
Yes not easy to resell anything outside the main touristy/expat cities. Tak airport is only 3km away. No flights since 1995 unfortunately.😁👍🙏
No wouldn't want to be next to farang even I am one
Its so funny how someone will build a house in Thailand, wanting 1 million, and will let it sit empty for 5 years rather than come down on the price
Agree with everything you said Barry. Seen a lovely place today for the same price, I'll be putting up on the channel shortly.👍🍻
WHAT DID IT COST FOR THE LAND AND HOUSE?? SEEMS LIKE PROFIT MARGINS ARE VERY HIGH
They always are Steven. I didn't ask my builder and impossible to know really. He did joke and said 1.5 million for farang. 😁👍🍻
@@jamesabroad8589 Ya, I'd wanna know the basic cost, and how much profit they are making before I would ever consider buying. Its just concrete, the second house was better, but still i see exactly the value, I do not think they are cheap at all. Trailers are a better buy in the west than these. Profit margins, should be over 20%
555 what would 30,000 grand get you in the UK? Garden shed !
Yep agree kev, garden shed and a fitted kitchen maybe.👍🍺
You don't get much for your money. Better to build it yourself.
Yes certainly get more building yourself. Some just don't want the stress. 🍺👍
Absolutely hate the showers
Again- no oven 🤦🏻♂️
Literally no privacy 😮
Over priced
So forigners can buy houses now in thailand ?
You can own property and lease land but can't own land outright. I put some links in the pinned comment. 👍🍻
Nice
Could I really ever feel comfortable moving to a place in the shadow of Cobra Mountain? I have a strong feeling that they called it that because it's known to be crawling with poisonous long-necks. I'm not feeling the vibe...
as a work from home retirement property or 'western winter getaway' somewhere like that would be heaven for some, me included, I would imagine!!! in fact already starting to plan for it! The COBRA mountain is a bit disconcerting though.. not a fan of snakes! do they come down into town or into the houses? that would be a total dealbreaker!
I liked the first one because of the land plenty of space to do things there and I would sniff a beer out anywhere 555, cool vlog James cheers.
Cheers Mick. Could add some more sitting area and a pool for sure on the first property. 🍻👍🍻
that first place is awesome. i think the ratio of land to house has actually hit a magic number there and worth having the smaller house for it. Im still looking for a seven 11 ringtone for my phone. must be a headache to work with but as a customer on a hot day, always instantly happy memories when i hear it. outdoor kitchen already made on that first place too. Terrific.
Haha yes being that close to a 7Eleven instantly makes the place more appealing.😁👍🍺
Wow!, second house, 12 inches from the balcony to the main road….spacious!
Great video. We just bought our land in Surin and start building maybe next year so it is interesting to see what you get for your money else where. Cheers
Thanks a lot, glad you found it interesting. Good to know what else is out there.👍🍻
is the first property still available?
All sold on that project I believe.👍🍺
I’d go second house but on bigger plot
The second one had a lot going for it. Buying 2 plots there might be a possibility.👍🍻
Glossy slippery floors seems to be the norm.
They are in every New build I see. Some have wood laminate, but not many.🍺🍺👍
I picked the first house but put it on Koh Chang and I'd buy it. 🙂
Might have to add a few million onto the price tag Mick.😁👍🙏
watching this lets me see that the Philippines homes are over priced no yard in the Philippines
I'd like to see how the Phillipines compare. I would have thought they're quite similar.🙏👍
@@jamesabroad8589 Twice as much sad but
Nice obsession - nice humour...
You started it Harry. 😁 Only joking. 👍🍻
125 sq wah = 500 m2
1 square wah = 4 m2
Cheers John. Pinned your comment for those who need the conversion. Thanks again.👍🍻👍
Nice enough house and more outsides space than many Villages aka housing estate I have seen.
Hi James, finally the Robins had landed on the Land of ..smile?😆
We are (vaccinated)here, in an ASQ hotel aka luxury prison 'til 21st, so looking forward to look around for new home 😊
Good news Missie. Hope you get through ASQ ok. 👍
Little point: I suspect many of your viewers might not be au-fait with "wah". Could be a good idea to include sq.m. sizes as well - as a learning process: "Math of the Day" 555....
Ha ha yes. I pinned John's comment which gives the conversions.👍🍻
Why no solar panels in Thailand ?
I felt the same way. Now it is getting more popular with better and cheaper technology. Both my neighbours are now on solar.👍🍺
I like the 81k because of 7/11
Haha yes, dealmaker.😁👍
hi how do you find living in that area
I like it Mark. Tak town is small but has most things we need. Grew up in London so always dreamed of living somewhere like this surrounded by mountains.👍🍻🍻
I liked the first house. There are some similar deals just outside Pattaya right now that Nisa keeps finding.
We just want something small 2-3 br for now.
There are good deals around Prince, especially now. All the best.👍🍻
Says looks pretty well build , shows cracks in the fassade 😂
Where is this chaing Mia James ?
Near me in Tak Robert. 🍻👍
Nice houses but yeah...the land is where all that money is...and that second house easily has probably 400k baht just in the windows and sliding doors using that white pvc...very expensive in Thailand...
Land nearer town is certainly more expensive. Only gave 60 sq.wah. I did like the windows and doors at the side.👍🍺
Garden wayyyyy too small
They usually are on these types of builds. First house had a bigger area than most I've seen at that price.🍺👍
That little 3 bedder negotiated to 2 mill is a great deal
Yes Terry, On that bigger plot, certainly a good deal.
I am leaving in France, let's be serious one second : these are not mountains 😂😉.
Joking aside, thanks for the excellent work, James !
Yes a mini mountain.😁👍
Very interesting video mate 👍The first house was decent with an unusually large plot of land but the second one, I just couldn't get past the lizard shelf all the way round the ceiling. I really don't like that design as I think I've mentioned before 😆
Yes mate I remember you mentioning it. I don't mind them but messy little buggers as you say. 🍻🍻👍
A new 2 Bedroom apartment in my suburb, outer Sydney, is 20 million baht. 15 Million and you might be able to find one that is 40 years old and tiny.
I will seriously consider buying one when I finish work to spend 6 months in Thailand and 6 months in Australia. This area is great too, easy half day drive to Chiang Mai, far enough away that it isn't Chiang Mai crazy.
Ban Tak just north of Tak town is popular with Western guys and their Thai wives too. About 3 hours drive North to Chiang Mai.👍🍺
Another great video, full of good info from a great bloke... I love the middle of nowhere, how much does it cost to build the cheaper one. Can you recommend a builder, don’t tell me he’s in the loo....yes we would all love a house like yours 😂😂😂. We have the land ( in the middle of nowhere) close to an international airport 🙈, just looking to build a house...
Would love to visit you.
Cheers Michael. Better off Getting a recommended local builder. Living in the middle of nowhere is underated in my opinion.😁👍🙏
The 80k house had a much more modern lay out with the open floor plan, which is common in new builds in North America and the UK. Which a lot of westerners like. I find new designed Thai houses lack feeling and a lot have very small porches. Coming from the west I wouldn't want to live in something that is almost the same as back home beside the cost of buy or building. After watching many videos of Westerners building there new homes in Thailand most I think lack any character or feeling. Also something to think about if your thinking of it as a retirement place a 2 story house might not be practical as you get older with lots of stairs. As health becomes a issue as you get older.
Yes true Glen, bungalows are a better option later in life. Saw another 80k house with bigger land and on a nicer project. Will upload at the weekend.👍🍺
I liked the second with the bigger plot good deal. But living so close to neighbors is a deal breaker for me James. I was thinking for a little over 1.5 million extra you could buy a second hand house on a Rai with pool and no annoying neighbors thats what I did lol....I am getting old and cranky :)
You're the same as me, I don't mind neighbours as long as they're not too close. I didn't like to have neighbours at all before, but that changed after my neighbor saved my arse during the fire.😁 Hope you're well mate.👍🍺
Cool vid James, we like these vids. Wasn’t keen on the first property, too small and our pet hate is patio doors into the living room. We were split on the second one, the wife wasn’t keen on glass panels (felt slightly office like) whereas I sort of liked it but wasn’t really sure.
Hope all is good that way man, stay safe 🙏😎👍🏻
Cheers Simo, I like looking around properties too so glad you enjoy them. I liked the glass panels, kind of opened the place up more. All the best.🍻👍
Under usual conditions I would choose the smaller option, however since the wife is now working from home I would opt for a larger floor plan .... something with a soundproof man cave
Enough room in the garden of the first one to build a bespoke sound proof man cave/bunker with wife alarm.😁👍🍺
Thanks James good insight Into house prices in Tak ready built you would be pushed to buy a shoe box for that price in the UK unless a northern terrace.
Cheers Barry. House prices have gone up again as well this year. Like monopoly money back in the UK if you want to buy a house.👍🍻
useful video - thanks for the investigation.
falangs popping clogs is something to be aware of!
boh mii Bob!
sok dii der
Cheers Nick. Yep, want to stay away from that clog popping.😁 Bob is nearly back to his best.👍🍻
I like Tak.
Yes, nice part of Thailand.👍🍺
I do like the glass sliding doors down the side of second house, shame so close to road at front…
Buying any property in Thailand is a terrible idea. Better to load up all your money in a suitcase and open it up from a Bangkok highrise. Rural Thailand? Skeeterz and black scorpions, Wunnerful!
I did it and happy as a pig in sh**. 💩😁
nice! can't go wrong for those prices. i do like the floor plan on #2 but not a low-height shared wall with neighbors. were the windows in the bedrooms those non-insulated jalousie style windows?
Noticed that when I went out back ray. I'd have to put a shera screen on that back area.👍🙏🍻
Hi James,
Another great video thanks and very informative. Both houses are no doubt fantastic value and certainly compared to property prices in the UK.!! Was building your own house a ‘no brainer’ for you or did you consider looking for a completed ‘turn key’ property. ?? Cheers James, stay cool, stay healthy, Anthony 🍻 🙏🏻.
Cheers Anthony. Yes it was a no brainer really. I had the time to oversee everything and wanted my own design.🍻👍
@@jamesabroad8589Cheers James, that all makes sense, you have a beautiful house. 👍🏻
Great prices, it's a home and the bigger plot could do a lot with.
Yes mate, could maybe get a pool like yours in that first plot. Dive in off the terrace lol. Hope all's well.👍🍻👍
Hey thanks.. could you let me know about additional costs..like closing costs..taxes.. over the cost of the house.. thank you..
The costs are minimal. When buying land the transfer fees and taxes are split 50/50. I think we paid $20. 👍🍻
Just subscribed. Enjoyed watching it. Great job James.
Cheers Jim, appreciate it.👍🍺
Hi James, thanks for video. Do you know why typical thai house have a large room on the enter? Is there any special reason to plan house like this?
No problem Kirill. Thais usually like communal type living and the old traditional houses are just one communal area with maybe 1 bedroom.👍🍺
hi James,,seems like a bargain the second house, close to town,,🙏😀👍
Yes, a pretty good deal. You don't get much land but it's close to the road and town which ups the price.🍻👍
Nice house!! Looks clean and tidy!
Enjoyed this. Thanks. Seems like the space you have around your house you would not get on a development build house.
Thanks nicholas. It took 1 year to find the plot we liked. If u have patience and time you certainly get a lot more for your money.👍🍺
Great footage & detail James, thank you.
Cheers T man, appreciate it mate.👍🍻
Don't like neighbours close to me
1st house just short of £28000 amazing price.
Yep, good for a pre-built and a decent plot. Could also add a plunge pool and decent outdoor kitchen for about a grand.👍🍻
Yep, All sound great, Now explain what it takes for a foreigner to buy a property there and how many men do there balls over this
Left links and plenty of info. Most buy with their wives and not always a nightmare as u suggest.
I noticed there is no iron grills on windows.. no security issues? thanks..
Well noticed, I suppose this would be extra Eddie. Very little crime here to be honest.👍🍻
Please and thank you as always mate!!!
Hi, we are in the process of looking at house's in Thailand but stuck in the UK, could you do a video on the process that you should follow in order not to get scammed. I have put a advert on Facebook looking for information on certain areas and amazed at the amount of people who message you who have nothing to sell but want to know how much you want to spend ect. I engaged with one and had scam written over it, but I need to know the legal side and if your buying the land and the land owner doing the build
I will just add, the builder has the option of buying the land to build on and you have to pay in installments
Hi Malc. I did a video, 10 tips for building in Thailand which could be useful to you. My advice is to narrow down the area in Thailand you wish to stay and join local facebook groups for more info. There's also a specific building in Thailand group. Adverts will attract the wrong kind of people at this point. Information is power and you need to find out from guys who have been through the process. 👍🍻
Can you buy as an investment as I thought if your not a resident you can’t own a place any advice appreciated
You can buy condos but not land. There are links in my property videos that can explain more. 👍👍
First and second not for me
I like the second house.
I actually think they are not cheap, not for the location, plus the houses have zero character. We bought the plot next door to our house in central BKK for 4M (planning on expanding when we can), it needs some work but it's central BKK.
Yes, it depends on if you like country living or have family in these types of areas. Certainly cheaper to build yourself, but I thought they were well priced compared to housing projects I've seen in other areas. Land in Central Bangkok is very expensive. How big was the plot?
No one seriously likes living in central Bangkok, its underwater in 5 more years if not before , just as a guide.
@@robtuck7532 A few million people may beg to differ.
That 3 bedroom house had a good layout. More western in style. I would buy that house even if I only needed 2 bedrooms and have the 3rd bedroom as an office/man cave.
not bad value
Hi mate good info again as always, stay safe Chris 🍺
Cheers Chris. Appreciate it mate.👍🍺
The cellar is usually under the house and 5 bums here, 5 bums there and 3 bums must have had a western woman at the end 🤣 unless you meant a bakers dozen of course. 👍
Yes of course mate. Realised as I was saying it that most of the people I know have beer guts and big bums.😁👍🍻
@@jamesabroad8589 sorry, I was being a dick and playing on words as I'm sure you're aware.
Would you buy it because it's 711 is across the road
Yes mate.😁 Happy new year.👍
I live in pattaya in condo. Where is that it's so cheap
In Tak North Thailand. I saw 2 more $40k v $80k and they are even better. Will put up the video next week. All the best David.
Falang (as of now)cannot own any land or house on land in Thailand,
Yes I put in the pinned comment at the top. Cheers Rhett. To my knowledge you have rights to the house if the land is leased. In a divorce you have 50% rights to the value of the house and contents.
its a shame that the $40 k house didn't have the seconds location . i could see it with a pool area at the front and a nice garden down the side of the house .
Great video
Cheers Hussam.🍻👍
Cool video as always m8.
But you are right, to small house with to big land...or reverse.
Anyways, I am back in Europe yesterday after 15 months in Thailand..........I miss it already. :)
True, never seen a project where the balance is good. Hopefully you can get back again soon mate. 👍🍻
Very informative cheers
Cheers, appreciate it.🍺👍
Will this land be yours?
Foreigners can't own land but most don't mind dropping 50 grand with their partners. There are other ways, but can be complicated.👍🍺