I came very close to setting up in Hua Hin because it is truly the ideal crossroads of everything between Thai and Western tastes. I do caution anyone on trying to buy a house though as there are some very strict rules. First up is that you cannot own land in Thailand so effectively you are only ''buying'' the house. The second point is that what is called buying is often a 30 year lease which can be renewable so depending on your age and any inheritance scheme you may have you have to tread carefully. Some of the secured villages have annual maintenance fees which are usually not bad but cover (usually) any of the property taxes you may be used to. Finally some of the gated villages control the electricity and water fees and add a hefty mark up to the government rate and some go further to only allow their trades people to do any renovations.
Good to know about the water and light being potentially being controlled. Does this mean we can’t upgrade our home power in the case we bring our crypto mining rigs with us?
Dude great job good info I am retiring in 7 months and did a lot of research about Thailand, I have been there twice I pretty sure I am going to live in Hua Hin this is really helpful. thank you so much Florida Dave
Love these real estate tours with Jira, Chris. Those were some huge places. Would like to see more villas and condos, but maybe a little smaller. Keep the tours coming!
Awesome condo and villa tours Chris. These are really great. Making us want to move over there or at least take an extended holiday when all is safe. Legend brother and thanks again.
Amazing value! I live in Sydney Australia and in southern area where I live you can’t buy a decent two bedroom unit/apartment for under $800,00 = USD $620,000.
Another quality video. Each one of these videos you put out makes me want to retire in Thailand more and more (and I already wanted to very badly so that's saying something!) Also - man, your history in the t.v. industry really shows in these videos, such good editing and production for a youtube video. Kudos, hey.
Great job on your editing skills with sound and doing your ad break just before revealing prices (pro level). I learn a lot from you. Also love that you don't fluff the info. Thank you.
Wow! Amazing prices! Jira is very funny and fun, especially at the end of the video, with the wind knocking her around. I'm curious about H.O.A. fees for the last place.
Lol. I’m from Fort Smith Arkansas (about 50 min south of Fayetteville) and when y’all were driving to the first villa I thought that kinda looks like rural areas around here. Thanks for all your videos and what you do. I really like the laid back easy life style approach you take in filming them. Hope my family and I run into you one day if we make it to Thailand.
Wow, it's really great, I love that condo because that pool is super large. Thanks a lot for this informative video. I hope you will make more real estate videos as we subscribers love to see these
To clarify, at the 9:15 min mark, the condo is not 10 min north of the Hua Hin city centre, but would be closer to 10 min north of Pranburi/Pak Nam Pran town which is nearly 30 min south of Hua Hin city centre.
I can't believe you just casually dropped a bomb stating that you took part in the making (location scout?) of True Detective. Still the best crime drama to date!
On track to retire well before I hit 50 in a few years time, having already visited Thailand 7 times in the last 3 years, this is likely going to be my retirement destination.
These places are huge! Very beautiful luxury living! I'd be very happy with a smaller 2 bedroom condo myself! What are the HOA fees like there? That has to be taken into consideration when budgeting. Thanks for the great variety of videos showing us what Thailand can be like for a tourist or expat.
If you are willing to rent a house that is not brand new you can find much better value. My friends rents a house in a nice clean soi in town for 13,500 baht per month. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, European kitchen and an in ground pool. It is walking distance to all of his favourite restaurants and bars.
amazing comment. my hope with this channel is that each video STARTS a conversation that others add to. so your useful information added onto this topic is EXACTLY what i'm hoping we get more of here. cheers!
Indeed.. And there are many similar 'villages' with security, community center with a large pool etc., offering a wide range of options to fit every budget. I was in HH last month for a couple of days, and I noticed many new developments behind the second road (i.e. across the train line). Looked brand new and very quiet. There must be bargains to be had.
As a foreigner, one can not own land , hence can not own a villa. One can sign a long-term lease with the property owner to live in a villa. The local would tell you that you can have a 90-year lease for the villa; however, the longest period that the Thai government would certify is 30 years, so your ownership is only warranted for the first 30 years. Also, there will be extra charges when the govrnment certifies your lease.
Nice vid. Top quality villa rental cost similar to Bali where amenities are closer by, easier on motor bike and sea cleaner than Hua hin. Good to see though
What a nice video, great energy and editing! Please do more tour vidoes like this. I also hope to see more of the gated community if possible. Do they have any shops in them? Any services etc? :)
Nice video. Loved the Condo's but i don't really need something with that many rooms. But the price is good. I may look to try Hua Hin out for a year once I get to Thailand.
If you liked the country roads in hua hin, you should definitely go to khao yai and show us some villas and condos where you will enjoy the country roads there.
5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2690 Sq ft - nice condo, but...with all that space, why is the kitchen so small? 10:18 Single tiny sink, 4 small resistance heat burners, no indication of a dishwasher or an oven, yet a dining room table to serve 10 people. What is it with Thai condos and their kitchens?
... I've seen a lot of videos start like this my dude!! @09:37 Love these man!! Gotta check out that city a little and see what it has to offer.. $1500usd/month seems sooo reasonable for these places.
What can you say about that woman Jira, virtually impossible to tear your eyes away from her refreshing presence and her utterly charming charismatic personality.
How long can I stay in Thailand? Do I need a visa to stay for long durations? Retiring in the next couple years and love Thailand. Visited many times. Love it.
Hi Chris. Big fan! Quick question: I’m considering purchasing a villa in either Phuket or Koh Samui. The goal is to let it out on Air BNB and what have you, when I’m not using. With the world being the way it is at the moment, would you say it’s a good investment? P.S. You’re who I wanna be when I grow up. Much love!
So hard to concentrate on the information that Jira is giving us. I will need to watch this video many times 😂 Jira has some much style she could tell me any price and I would probably say yes yes yes !!!
Don't do it, Julian!!!! The Big Mango is where it's at! Beach towns are great to visit, but not so great to live in unless you want to always be traveling to the city to get stuff done. Just my opinion tho... i am a big urbanite.
Good video...All 3 units were furnished in a awesome style. It would be hard to find that kind of beach town living in the US for less than 3500-4000 USD per month....
Chris, I have been watching your great videos for years. I am in Hua Hin now, and am curious why you chose Koh Samui over Hua Hin? It is more expensive touristy and far from your old favorite Bangkok. Thank you for any response
I came very close to setting up in Hua Hin because it is truly the ideal crossroads of everything between Thai and Western tastes. I do caution anyone on trying to buy a house though as there are some very strict rules. First up is that you cannot own land in Thailand so effectively you are only ''buying'' the house. The second point is that what is called buying is often a 30 year lease which can be renewable so depending on your age and any inheritance scheme you may have you have to tread carefully. Some of the secured villages have annual maintenance fees which are usually not bad but cover (usually) any of the property taxes you may be used to. Finally some of the gated villages control the electricity and water fees and add a hefty mark up to the government rate and some go further to only allow their trades people to do any renovations.
Thanks for these details. I didn't know about the closed trades issue.
Good to know about the water and light being potentially being controlled. Does this mean we can’t upgrade our home power in the case we bring our crypto mining rigs with us?
@@Happy-ek8ul Standard service here is 40 amp if that means anything to you.
you put your videos together well , no bullshit , no loud music , well thought out , a credit to you
I love how she smiles and has a positive vibe the whole video, makes me want to visit Thailand
Every time I watch these home tours I'm loving Hua Hin even more. So nice and peaceful.
When in Thailand, Hua Hin is still my favorite.
Jira does a great job on giving the tours of the Villa’s and Condo
Great Video! Chris
thanks Donald
Dude great job good info I am retiring in 7 months and did a lot of research about Thailand, I have been there twice
I pretty sure I am going to live in Hua Hin this is really helpful. thank you so much
Florida Dave
Love these real estate tours with Jira, Chris. Those were some huge places. Would like to see more villas and condos, but maybe a little smaller. Keep the tours coming!
Yeah, this
That condo was phenomenal! You get so much value for your money. And the villas were excellent as well
What an excellent driving instructor, I need about 2 hours of watching her drive so I can learn. ;)
Awesome condo and villa tours Chris. These are really great.
Making us want to move over there or at least take an extended holiday when all is safe. Legend brother and thanks again.
you got it Brendan!
Man, you have to tell us how it was like working on True Detective?! I had no idea! Cheers
The first season was amazing.
Would love your work Bio Bro!
Super nice tours. The second house probably my fav. The Condo super sweet for a larger family or entertaining guests.
Amazing value! I live in Sydney Australia and in southern area where I live you can’t buy a decent two bedroom unit/apartment for under $800,00 = USD $620,000.
Thanks Chris for another great video. Lots of great options depending on your budget. That villa with the pool and guest house was super cool.
Another quality video. Each one of these videos you put out makes me want to retire in Thailand more and more (and I already wanted to very badly so that's saying something!) Also - man, your history in the t.v. industry really shows in these videos, such good editing and production for a youtube video. Kudos, hey.
wow, thanks hippy!
Great job on your editing skills with sound and doing your ad break just before revealing prices (pro level). I learn a lot from you. Also love that you don't fluff the info. Thank you.
Jira: "You can invite 10 people here, invite party!"
ME sat in the freezing cold UK with COVID restrictions... 😂👍
Dude you also watch this channel? Cheers!
@@jirapropertythailand how do I get in touch with miss Jira. I want to rent a villa or condo in Hua Hin when the country opens up
At least you have that silver stacking hobby 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
If it makes you feel better I'm in sub tropical Brisbane it's stinking hot and just came out of lock down
i know right
Wow! Amazing prices!
Jira is very funny and fun, especially at the end of the video, with the wind knocking her around.
I'm curious about H.O.A. fees for the last place.
Lol. I’m from Fort Smith Arkansas (about 50 min south of Fayetteville) and when y’all were driving to the first villa I thought that kinda looks like rural areas around here. Thanks for all your videos and what you do. I really like the laid back easy life style approach you take in filming them. Hope my family and I run into you one day if we make it to Thailand.
Realtor is great. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Wow, it's really great, I love that condo because that pool is super large. Thanks a lot for this informative video. I hope you will make more real estate videos as we subscribers love to see these
Thank you Chris and Jira, awesome can't wait to start getting out of the US to visit.
Great work. Your video is very well shot and the shooting from within the car is especially skillful!
Another awesome video, Chris. Keep killin' it !
Jira is the ultimate cam ham - she needs her own show - much less her own channel :D
She already has her own channel.
Hua His looks like a beautiful place, I will have to check it out if I can ever travel back to Thailand again
Great Video Chris. You and Jira work great together. Love the real estate info videos. Keep them coming
thanks Todd!
I Really like your energy, Thanks for your posts. They're very helpful.
To clarify, at the 9:15 min mark, the condo is not 10 min north of the Hua Hin city centre, but would be closer to 10 min north of Pranburi/Pak Nam Pran town which is nearly 30 min south of Hua Hin city centre.
I'm amazed the 3rd one is the same price to rent as the other two, the value is incredible
Jira presents herself very professionally , excellent presentation , worth watching
I can't believe you just casually dropped a bomb stating that you took part in the making (location scout?) of True Detective. Still the best crime drama to date!
Nice VDO. I use to live in Hau Hin but for a few year i move out . Thing so much change miss to go back. Thank you for all information.
Music you added for 2nd villa is soo good
On track to retire well before I hit 50 in a few years time, having already visited Thailand 7 times in the last 3 years, this is likely going to be my retirement destination.
Forget it. They won't let tourists back in.
@@kingrobert1st oh yes they will, it's costing them a fortune not to lol
@@kevinrussell9203 You'd be better off going to Tanzania unless you enjoy looking at face masks all day.
@@kingrobert1st I spend a lot of my time on a computer so idc about face masks lol
@@kevinrussell9203 You will when you come to Thailand. I ain't seen a face in 12 bleedin months.
That second Villa is awesome. Get it Chris! 😂
White Stone Development is very beautiful, the price is only 8.5 million ฿...... Go ahead, Chris!!
These places are huge! Very beautiful luxury living! I'd be very happy with a smaller 2 bedroom condo myself! What are the HOA fees like there? That has to be taken into consideration when budgeting. Thanks for the great variety of videos showing us what Thailand can be like for a tourist or expat.
I would love to see some places at a higher elevation where the weather would be cooler year round.
you've worked on some cool shows man, I def want to live in the country when Im in Thailand
Great content, make me thinking about. Thx a lot Jira and Chris! Greets from Germany
Looks like I'll have to add Hua Hin to my settlement list, three good choices.
True Detective was a great show. Nice video.
thanks PF
Nice properties Chris ! You have to tell us about your true detective experience sometime :)
Thank you so very much for your amazing work and wonderful service 👌
Good to see the Thai's value a piece of equipment just as much as us Aussies.....the Beer fridge beside the pool. (drink responsibly)
If you are willing to rent a house that is not brand new you can find much better value. My friends rents a house in a nice clean soi in town for 13,500 baht per month. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, European kitchen and an in ground pool. It is walking distance to all of his favourite restaurants and bars.
amazing comment. my hope with this channel is that each video STARTS a conversation that others add to. so your useful information added onto this topic is EXACTLY what i'm hoping we get more of here. cheers!
Indeed.. And there are many similar 'villages' with security, community center with a large pool etc., offering a wide range of options to fit every budget.
I was in HH last month for a couple of days, and I noticed many new developments behind the second road (i.e. across the train line). Looked brand new and very quiet. There must be bargains to be had.
I like the first place, very quiet, very peaceful.
As a foreigner, one can not own land , hence can not own a villa.
One can sign a long-term lease with the property owner to live in a villa.
The local would tell you that you can have a 90-year lease for the villa;
however, the longest period that the Thai government would certify is 30 years, so your ownership is only warranted for the first 30 years. Also, there will be extra charges when the govrnment certifies your lease.
Jira is killing it LOL my iPad has overheated , this is torturing us trapped Canadians when we cant get there easily , great video Chris and Jira
holy! have her on more often 😍😜
Im loving these vlogs the more they come, was Jira being pushed back by the coastal breeze or had she one too many sam songs 😉
superb video and the Lady besides condos is very beautiful.Greetings from Romania, Europe.both of you.
Nice vid. Top quality villa rental cost similar to Bali where amenities are closer by, easier on motor bike and sea cleaner than Hua hin. Good to see though
TOP!!! Wating for more videos from Chiang Mai and Visas! just kidding! Stay Safe Chris!
Showing Love from Vancouver BC, Canada 🇨🇦
right back at ya BC!
Jira is my favorite realtor in Hua Hin, she does a great job of showcasing her properties.
Pure value on second villa !,, I’m in 🤦🏼♂️❤️
What a nice video, great energy and editing! Please do more tour vidoes like this. I also hope to see more of the gated community if possible. Do they have any shops in them? Any services etc? :)
Nice video. Loved the Condo's but i don't really need something with that many rooms. But the price is good. I may look to try Hua Hin out for a year once I get to Thailand.
If you liked the country roads in hua hin, you should definitely go to khao yai and show us some villas and condos where you will enjoy the country roads there.
have to build a little shelf for my Apple TV where the outdoor TV is
Again you nailed it nice edit love it
Do a Hua Hin tour!!!!!!!!!
There are many HH tours on the Tube already!
5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2690 Sq ft - nice condo, but...with all that space, why is the kitchen so small? 10:18 Single tiny sink, 4 small resistance heat burners, no indication of a dishwasher or an oven, yet a dining room table to serve 10 people. What is it with Thai condos and their kitchens?
... I've seen a lot of videos start like this my dude!! @09:37 Love these man!! Gotta check out that city a little and see what it has to offer.. $1500usd/month seems sooo reasonable for these places.
Thanks for another real estate video on Hua Hin Chris! Are you becoming a real estate specialist? I hear Hua Hin has some nice golf.
Jira does a great job on the comments well done
That was great Chris as always and that kitchen with beautiful Jura in. Red kisses from singapore fella
What can you say about that woman Jira, virtually impossible to tear your eyes away from her refreshing presence and her utterly charming charismatic personality.
I always get surprised how fluently English speaking people can do lip services Soulessly!
Best view of entire video 9:35. :)
Great review bro. Cant wait to come over next year
thanks Geoff
Can someone please update if the prices for these places have gone up or down now that Covid lockdown is over? Thanks!
Great vlogs Chris hua hin always favourite places to visit...🔥🔥👌🏻👌🏻
Hey Chris…. Great vids mate, keep it going 🤙🤙 Don’t suppose you have link for 2nd Villa please? Sy
How long can I stay in Thailand? Do I need a visa to stay for long durations? Retiring in the next couple years and love Thailand. Visited many times. Love it.
30 days without a visa.
Hi Chris. Big fan! Quick question: I’m considering purchasing a villa in either Phuket or Koh Samui. The goal is to let it out on Air BNB and what have you, when I’m not using.
With the world being the way it is at the moment, would you say it’s a good investment?
P.S. You’re who I wanna be when I grow up. Much love!
So hard to concentrate on the information that Jira is giving us. I will need to watch this video many times 😂 Jira has some much style she could tell me any price and I would probably say yes yes yes !!!
Hua Hin seems like a great place to live. I was thinking about moving to Cha Am after my lease is up in Bangkok! 😎🙌
Think twice.. those places are like a village. Soon everybody knows everybody and the gossip starts... I prefer Bangkok... it's big enough. Smile
Don't do it, Julian!!!! The Big Mango is where it's at! Beach towns are great to visit, but not so great to live in unless you want to always be traveling to the city to get stuff done. Just my opinion tho... i am a big urbanite.
I love the $5 Prada sunglasses. :-)
Good video overall.
And I like Jira. :)
Just wondering ....are misquitos and other flying insects and possibly mold a problem with the interior open spaces?
Cool cribs ! Great video !
Oh wow that Condo!!!!!
Completed,well done.
Maybe I'll just move to Thailand. Looks good.
Chris, you make Jira appear like a super model. Good job!
What was the first thing she said is not included ?
Cheers for upload mate👍
Good video...All 3 units were furnished in a awesome style. It would be hard to find that kind of beach town living in the US for less than 3500-4000 USD per month....
255k or 1500/mo is a decent price/rent ratio, here in Seattle it's 3x that ratio
VERY good prices for those two villas.
I love your videos about houses in Thai
Great video. i appreciate the work put in.
thanks for mentioning the work! i like that!
Chris, I have been watching your great videos for years. I am in Hua Hin now, and am curious why you chose Koh Samui over Hua Hin? It is more expensive touristy and far from your old favorite Bangkok. Thank you for any response
Just started to watch the video
and commented already!! now THAT'S what i love to see!!!!
Beautiful location and very informative video thank you
this guys vids are fun.
I'm so jealous. I want to go over there :( lol Thanks you for the video.
She loves that camera 🎥 👍🏻.