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Retiring in Thailand, Revised Edition
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Manufacturer: Paiboon Publishing
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Binding: Paperback
EAN: 9781887521796
ISBN: 1887521798
Label: Paiboon Publishing
Manufacturer: Paiboon Publishing
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 270
Publication Date: 2007-09-15
Publisher: Paiboon Publishing
Studio: Paiboon Publishing
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This is a revised edition of the book "Retiring in Thailand" which contains updates on the new Thai law on retirement and other general updates. Why Thailand? Thailand is a great retirement option for anyone with modest savings. The low cost of living and high quality of healthcare can dramatically increase your standard of living. The country is attractive to many because of its beautiful beaches, friendly people, delicious food, astonishing culture and much more. Find out how you can live in paradise for pennies on the dollar. This book could open doors for you to a lifestyle you have never dreamed of. Retiring in Thailand is the most complete guide for anyone living, working or retiring in Thailand. This book contains essential information about: Visas--get comprehensive information on tourist, non-immigrant, marriage and retirement visas and work permits. Finance--find out about taxes, pensions, savings and banking when planning your retirement in Thailand. Medical--learn about private and government hospitals, clinics, prescription drugs, health insurance from western patients in Thailand. Tips--read valuable tips on how to live a successful life in Thailand and learn from other retirees stories. Retirement Locations--get an overview of different parts of the kingdom from the point of view of expats who live there. This is not your typical tourist guide to Thailand. The information in this book is written and contributed by expats living in Thailand and a Thai native. Whether you have just arrived in Thailand or lived there for decades, you will find this book informative and useful.
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Summary: Very useful book!
Comment: I have wanted to expatriate to Asia for some time now, but have always wondered about the logistics of doing so, especially regarding visas. This book does a wonderful job of explaining all your options, in detail. I also really like that he discussed each of the major areas, and used interviews with real expats in those areas to discuss the pros and cons of each area. Ultimately, if you're planning to retire in Thailand you should visit all areas (and he encourages that) to find the area that suits you best, but knowing up front many of the pros and cons of each area is a great foundation to build on. I really recommend this book.
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Summary: Pretty Good But...
Comment: ...I wish it had more info on places, and reviewed more places than it did. Still an excellent introduction and some very good advice about Social Security.
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Summary: A useful guide
Comment: Admittedly, all I've known of Thailand is that many Cambodian's fled to it during the seventies, and, I happen to love Thai food. Reading "Retiring in Thailand" by Philip Bryce and Sunisa Wongdee Terlecky allowed me to visit the country and come away with a good deal of knowledge. While I'm nowhere near ready to retire, I can see this is a viable and desirable option!
The book is in five parts. The first is an introduction to Thailand, opening the reader up to customs and facts, amenities and culture, and offering the testimonials of a few folks who have retired in Thailand. Part two is the how-to section, describing in detail how to go about preparing for your retirement there. Information on passports, visas, taxes, social security, health care, and even plans for your will are all included. This information is for those coming from the U.S. and the U.K.. Part three details helpful hints on living and adjusting to Thai life, explaining mannerisms and etiquette, what you can expect and what will be expected of you. Part four examines the different areas of Thailand, giving the pros and cons of each major retirement spot. Part five is a plethora of reference information including websites to check out, a calendar of national holidays, a list of common items and their cost, and much more.
The book is an ideal opening guide when considering retirement in Thailand. It is also a perfect introduction to Thailand itself. If you've known as little as I have about this beautiful country, you'll be happy to sit back and explore through the pages of the book. "Live in paradise for pennies on the dollar" certainly seems to be true.
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Summary: Don't waste your money
Comment: This little book offers nothing that you can't find online. In fact, chances are that information online is much more current than what this book contains.
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Summary: Why Learn the Hard Way?
Comment: Well written, up to date, seems quite thorough! Detailed yet quite readable. Certainly lots of useful information it would take a while to find yourself. Invaluable insights on social realities, and tips to navigate by, from two people who have roots there.
Every book necessarily reflects the experiences of the author(s). When they are in that foreign country, have plenty of experience, can write, and interview others for useful stories and antidotes, its worth hearing, paying the attention, gaining the benefit of those experiences. In my experience (Belize, Panama), this book is some of the best of the genre.
Highly recommended, as is Phillip's other book, How to Buy Land and Build a House in Thailand. If you plan to do that also, it will save you (and will me!) a lot of pain and frustration, I am sure. Very detailed yet readable, addressing both the interpersonal and technical well. Unqualified 5 stars, as is this book. Thanks, Phillip....!
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