Top 6 mistakes foreigners make moving to Thailand - and then return home. Feat. expat interviews

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  • What 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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    Attorney
    natipatana.com/phuket-office-2/
    Counselor
    www.clinicnatnaiyana.com/
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ความคิดเห็น • 79

  • @PhilipJames360
    @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    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
      @Trump-dj3xu 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      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 TH-cam won’t care you won’t get in trouble.!!! ❤❤❤

    • @punnymoney3692
      @punnymoney3692 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Do you know what's going on with cannabis? Legal still? See any shops for that around?

    • @user-mn3om7oc9r
      @user-mn3om7oc9r 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      สวัสดีครับ🇹🇭

    • @rogerward9492
      @rogerward9492 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@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.

  • @timnewtontoday
    @timnewtontoday 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Thanks for coming up to Thai Mueang. Great video. See you next time you're up this way Philip.

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      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
      @ptanisaro 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You live a healthy and fulfilled life, Tim. The life I dream of.

  • @TheSponsorPodcast
    @TheSponsorPodcast 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Proud of you bro! Awesome episode.

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you Murphy. Looking forward to seeing you here soon.

  • @KangTheDigitalNomadGlobeTreker
    @KangTheDigitalNomadGlobeTreker 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    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

  • @bryancole842
    @bryancole842 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Enjoyed all the different interviews on such a wide range of topics. 😊 Nice

  • @malberto007
    @malberto007 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Good info. Thanks.

  • @palomatherapy
    @palomatherapy 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Great information. thank you

  • @freiformation
    @freiformation 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    so much effort again brother! Really appreciate you're sharing all the infos! See you in Vietnam 🇻🇳😜

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks Marcin. Looking forward to seeing you in Vietnam later this year.

  • @elvantonucci695
    @elvantonucci695 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I like your precise presentations . Most bloggers present a lot dribble for content

  • @SeanRice-xm8tv
    @SeanRice-xm8tv 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great video again buddy

  • @sabrinamadison8769
    @sabrinamadison8769 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    very interesting, I love your videos

  • @user-vc5jn2pb2m
    @user-vc5jn2pb2m 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wowww very very very good interview

  • @mangostickyrice555
    @mangostickyrice555 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Thumbs up 👍 Phillip

  • @mauimixer6040
    @mauimixer6040 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    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.

  • @eddied.8361
    @eddied.8361 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    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 🙏🏽🇺🇸👍🏽

  • @doeverystory
    @doeverystory 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hello welcome 🙋🏼‍♂️

  • @samuelalix7208
    @samuelalix7208 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Bro, arguably this is one of the best informative and entertaining videos hands down. Thank you. Visiting in September. Sam CHAMP

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you Sam, look forward to seeing you in Thailand in September!

  • @darwinsvaleza
    @darwinsvaleza 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    i hope you come and visit the Philippines.

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Darwin, me too! Hopefully soon.

  • @KangTheDigitalNomadGlobeTreker
    @KangTheDigitalNomadGlobeTreker 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    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
      @PhilipJames360  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes! Tim's shirt is 💯

  • @paul-martintandetzki731
    @paul-martintandetzki731 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    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.

  • @wcfields4469
    @wcfields4469 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    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

  • @Bomaximus
    @Bomaximus 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video, thank you..I love how you ignored that tourist and didn't feed into her attention seeking nature😊

  • @nampla.brother
    @nampla.brother 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Philip san. I really love your T-shirt👕旅人✨ 17:29

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you Nampla Brother, looking forward to seeing you in Bangkok next week.

  • @kevinp8108
    @kevinp8108 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    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.

    • @Mikeydawson
      @Mikeydawson 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Prob didn’t have a Thai licence

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      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.

    • @Mikeydawson
      @Mikeydawson 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      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

  • @neolion8150
    @neolion8150 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    So “due diligence” allows foreigners to buy property in their own name? Just asking because marriage is definitely not on my radar.

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      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
    @ayngelina 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    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
      @PhilipJames360  13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      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!

  • @georgequek7996
    @georgequek7996 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    These farang guys are not expats and they are Vloggers or Backpackers.🤫

  • @laorhino9702
    @laorhino9702 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Biggest mistake- take their attitude and mentality with them or the idea that they can change Thailand.

  • @totallyraw1313
    @totallyraw1313 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hey man, are you on TRT, bro?

    • @PhilipJames360
      @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      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.

  • @enterthenuttmeister
    @enterthenuttmeister 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    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.

  • @user-ol1qm9ey7g
    @user-ol1qm9ey7g 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    แต่นี่เป็นแค่หลักการการปฏิบัติจริงๆอาจเพิ่มหรือลดก็ได้จำนวนเงิน

  • @PhilipJames360
    @PhilipJames360  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    (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'.

  • @user-ol1qm9ey7g
    @user-ol1qm9ey7g 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    คุณจะได้รับเอกสารครบเหมือนที่คนไทยได้รับทุกประการ

  • @user-ol1qm9ey7g
    @user-ol1qm9ey7g 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ฉันตั้งไว้ที่อายุ 55 ขึ้น ประมาณ 1 ล้านดอลลาร์คุณจะได้รับสัญชาติ คุณจะได้รับเงินใช้ ขั้นต่ำ แล้วแต่จะตกลงแต่เป็นเงินหลักแสนต่อเดือนแน่นอนไม่รวมค่าที่พัก ถ้าเกิดเหตุเจ้าของสิทธิ์ไม่อยู่เงินส่วนที่เหลือขอหักเข้ากองทุน รักษา 30 บาททุกโรค

  • @clivebaxter6354
    @clivebaxter6354 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Tim is right, find something to do, but for goodness sake don't be yet another vlogger, we are vlogged out!

  • @CerebralAptitude
    @CerebralAptitude 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Odd how you left out WHY you were pulled over. Seems like you enjoy justifying BS and leaving out whatever point you choose.

  • @matmatsuzaki2619
    @matmatsuzaki2619 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    90% fails in Thailand doing business. Its a scam. LOL