HOW I RETIRED AT AGE 32 & MOVED TO THAILAND (Q&A)

[@nkhustler815]

You're the only guy living in Thailand who said how you finance yourself. Thanks for being honest

[@muradshawar]

im 24 and planning to save another 4 years and live off dividends over there

[@TRIPONTHIS]

RW4U is a canadian with a you tube channel that sold a company in LA And he uses all the You Tube money on Subs and mostly giving back to Thai people. Seen Jonny having a beer with him in a pic

[@Wonderwall36]

Thank you for your honesty & transparency.

[@thailand999]

Love your attitude to life and living. Good luck to you.

[@christinacrusty]

Looking forward to reallocating once we can leave Australia (post COVID10).

[@brentthompson9597]

Jonny, I can't tell you how great it is to see you so organized, and addressing questions solidly and mindfully, soundfully as you did in this vlog! Awesome!! Thanks so much for the keen insight, background, and hints/thoughts on the future ahead! Awesome vlog installment; thank you for taking the time; love what you do here mate. I'll be in Thailand early next year with my Pinay girl; as soon as I get dates I'll give you a shout-out and see if you'll be around. Cheers!

[@rosssteward9890]

Great video,giving us all an insight into your life and lifestyle in Thailand,Yes its getting harder every year living in Australia with job instability and ever increasing cost of living and stagnant wage growth.Better being and living happy as at end of day you can't take it with you, only the memories you make. Cheers

[@jomontanee]

It is so good to look back at your old video of 4 years ago and watch your life now in late 2022. I feel so happy for you.

[@thomasredmond6668]

Good Vlog Johnny I love your attitude how right you are retiring at 32 I did same at 48 cut your coat according to your cloth live in the country that treats you best good for you

[@CalleP413]

Good on you Jonny! Living the dream 🙌🙏

[@kyotosal]

Hi Jonny. I was a Respiratory Therapist for 40+ years in the US. Please quit smoking. COPD is no joke. I hope to meet you someday. I am living in Cha-am now and will look for you in Hua Hin around Soi 57. Take care.......Sal : )

[@ricliu4538]

Love these....as a fellow kiwi living in las vegas..happy to see us all over

[@Jim-Andrews-Thailand]

Nice One Jonny - Cheers Jimmy!

[@Danoie67]

God Bless you bro...right move for sure! Stay safe!

[@FOREIGNER2B]

Hi Jonny, Great Q&A. Thank you for sharing and your honesty. All the best!

[@FOREIGNER2B]

Hi Jonny, Thank you! Looking forward to it my friend.

[@jazzyprince7133]

Johnny was very wild on the Gold Coast in his younger years , he's not joking when he says he doesn't want to go back to his old ways...good to see him doing well

[@metalguru5226]

Nice one Johnny..You're living the dream. I've been coming Southeast asia from Australia since 1985. Currently living in the Philippines. I love the wild west feel too, but these days, Thailand is only the wild west when compared with the Australian Police state. Cambodia and the Philppines still have that feel. I lived for years in both. Thanks for sharing.

[@arjunray5275]

Nice one Jonny!! Love it that you are living a life you want and not simply existing.... hope your all stay happy ever after..... special love for Sebastian!!

[@1983jon1983]

Awesome Johnny, best advice for people of any age coming to live in Thailand is have your income from outside of Thailand. Trying to make money inside Thailand is almost impossible unless of course you work for an international company. Take it easy

[@andrewoakley4957]

Nice to see some honesty in your responses. Ace comment about the cornflakes packet! I agree with you on the driving, they do seem in the main pretty bloody hopeless. Buddha is looking after them (maybe). Well done with the portfolio and an escort too! Insanely jealous. 😋👍

[@Trufflestravels]

Perfect example of playing your cards right!👌

[@StephenOshea]

great video many thanks

[@charlesscinta7377]

I know it was around 3 y ago but your very interesting to learn some things from. Another great video cheers mate.

[@GatorJake]

Jonny, this popped up as a "next" watch for me today. I know you say you don't like Q&A, but I found this informative. Thanks.

[@MyPenRye]

Thank you for being open and sharing a part of yourself Jonny! I wish you, Som, Title & Sebastian only the best in life!! Aloha from Hawaii!!

[@thebaronofoz]

💞💫

[@keithdavidson4723]

You’re a very wise man Jonny. I worked long days - 9am to 9pm or later - until age 43 and then ended up on kidney dialysis. Enjoy your life while you can because none of us know what might restrict our lives in the future. 👍🏼

[@Weneedcommunities]

Yes restrict or lock down ( WHO treaty 😮)

[@alvincarter9328]

You are refreshingly entertaining. Thanks mate

[@avidtraveller]

This is your time capsule Jonny. Nearly 3 years later and you're not in Bangkok. I'll need to catchup with your other videos to follow the story. Love your attitude of "whatever happens happens", good on you for taking risks, and I wish you all the best.

[@chrisdunn4385]

respect is due Jonny, well done

[@wally5232]

Good job, I am 72 yrs young and very active,, semi retired for 30 yrs,,, can't stand not doing things I like and it is not work and have paid off in long run,,, Have wonderful lady in my life in Phetchaburi, i live part time in Summerland Key Florida USA,,, so travel and feel free... Didn;t think i would be around at 72 more like 62,, but here I am, healthy with lots of energy and be in Thailand later this year for several months. When you make it to USA,,, be sure and visit the Keys, great Islands....OK all the best and glad you are happy... Wally

[@syncmeandroid]

Great!

[@HectorGarcia-nb2ld]

No you are not attractive at 72... Get real , you are an old old man

[@wally5232]

@@HectorGarcia-nb2ld what?? 2 years ago. And still stronger, healthier and In great shape. You will not know my secret to long healthy handsome life. 55555

[@robertmergaert1756]

Good Q & A, thanks Jonny! Loved your answer for your goals in life. And getting rid of the smoking habit will be one of the best things you can do for yourself. I know it was for me.

[@extremelydave]

Don't listen to the devil Jonny!!! I quit smoking (3 packs a day) and it was the best thing I could have done.......... I feel so much better..... and vaping is such a crutch.......

[@whoneedsbond]

Great honest video, thanks for sharing so transparently, it makes a difference and is why i subscribed, can see through the BS of too many others. Thanks again.

[@markoenrico2684]

I just started watching your shows they are fun to watch.Australia is getting out of control with rules regulations and taxes and other things so if one can move like you have they should as long as one has the proper financial backing

[@Weneedcommunities]

Same as Canada , PM tyranny.

[@cheapcharliechroniclesbrot9096]

Good on you jonny all the best you seem like a cool dude

[@geoffwaterman6560]

By the power of passive income give you freedom in life. Good on you mate, you've worked hard ,applied your brains and now you're following your dream. So many people never stop to think about what is important in their life to themselves. I understand your philosophy and at the age of 57 I'm getting off the Hamster Wheel as well

[@mrbarbarycoast8572]

Hey, thanks for the answer to my question Jonny!! I have to agree with you, after you said that. I honestly wasn't coming up with anything until you mentioned the traffic, which can be outright deadly. Cheers!!

[@stevewhittaker5070]

Johnny love your philosophy you got it right man!!... Enjoy guys have a good time and keep them coming. Thanks again. Stay safe. From the US.

[@rgrtnyjjc]

Personally I would be wary of buying a property in Thailand. You have to remember that the country is still ruled by a military dictatorship, rules and regulations can and do change at the drop of a hat and the changes will always favour Thai nationals over foreigners. At least with having your investments in your home country you know it’s secure (barring a potential property or stock market crash). Besides one of the great things about Thailand is how super cheap rent is.

[@Watchugoton]

Good on you just enjoy life, love to get out there one day. 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@markshaw1966]

Good video. Good to see the man behind the man.

[@lyradm1]

Good to hear you are living a great life.

[@thethailandcelt8394]

Great stuff Jonny

[@soidogcowboy3282]

Great video. Looking forward to seeing ya in HuaHin when I arrive in Nov

[@StevenSacto]

Very good very good If you ever make it out here, California, let me know. Glad to show you around. Cheers

[@nealweeks6632]

Your right about that. Why keep working yourself into the ground. I am much older but love working with my Daughter and son. So, I will be going to Thailand when it opens for a month or so and relaxxxxxxxxx. Good video.

[@Robertmacmedia]

Have you been to America ,Hollywood California yet Jonny

[@johnomahony4655]

Jonny. The very best of luck to you.

[@LuxuryTravelCamel]

Came across this channel. I too am looking at retiring in Thailand eventually. I own a condo at Black Mountain Golf Club (Hua Hin) and plan to upgrade to a villa eventually. Retire, travel for 10 years and then play golf and socialize with mates. Sounds as if you have it all figured out. Bye from Abu Dhabi.

[@randomworld4662]

Jhonny you are amazing man j watching u from years

[@marwin3332]

Ive seen a few of ya videos but they didnt make me Subscribe, after watching this Q&A and seeing a bit of wats behind the scenes of Jonny ill add a sub for you...From a fellow Australian with ties to Thailand......

[@mikemakuch2824]

You put together the best videos, and you are very well rounded and grounded individual. You have your investments and income for your future. You have a beautiful family including sebastain. I think you are wise to rent rather than own with the laws over there, and you really don't have to worry about laws and responsibility. I always look forward to your videos, you are funny and remind me of myself when I was younger and still now. Keep up the great videos and continued success.

[@jonnyasia]

Thanks for the lovely words Mike much appreciated 😉🙏

[@terrymjinks]

Well done mate. One of your best.

[@michaell8532]

Spoke well… interesting to hear others (you) opinions on retiring early, financially secure etc. congrats…. Awesome to see, makes me happy to see people succeed in business and more so (succeed) in ‘retirement’ should be proud of yourself. Thoroughly enjoyed learning a little more about you. BTW. I’m a Riv. Person 😉

[@marshalmichael129]

Good one Jonny! Looking forward to meeting you next year!

[@Traveler-PKK]

Thanks Jonny - Great Q&A. I will be heading to Cha-am in November. Presently in the USA. I go back and US and Thailand. Lived in Chaingmai but will try the sea area this time.

[@LukeyBoy78]

Cheers Jonny. Your on the right track, good on you

[@raydean9694]

Your a man of my own heart, would have been cool to run into you when I was living in Hua Hin 2014 to 17.

[@paperstraws3842]

Thanks for sharing Jonny, where in New Zealand 🇳🇿 were u born?

[@jasont9996]

Hey Jonny, great Q&A. Really enjoyed it. Made retirement sound great!

[@dextadune3369]

Still here mate over 2 years later. Great channel

[@Viktors633]

Cheers for being so honest and open, dont forget Old Blighty when you go travelling pal. We love a beer here too. All the best Jonny boy.

[@jeffevans9071]

Your spot on ! Too many rules / Regulations ...Cost of living is out of control ...And now Political correctness has gone fukn bazerk .

[@tomcowart]

Seems like every major country in the world is dealing with this PC bullshit.

[@jimfberry]

Just like the States.

[@allexbratson]

@@wayneballintine9532 So when you live in a foreign country you are called 'expat' and when a foreigner live in your called, they are called' immigrant or refuge' Wayne I grant you no credit mate, may lord jesus have mercy on your soul, Amen

[@gregh7457]

i can put up with a few rules but the political correctness and fake rage drive me over the edge

[@gregh7457]

@tyjghjghhh fuckin commie blaming the rich for everything. pfft...

[@RonFloyd]

Cool Jonny - thanks for the background! I hear you on the pet situation. Pets are a commitment and an obligation. They do limit your options. Both of my cats are 13 or 14 (rescue cats, so not exactly sure - LOL). I think they are trying hard to outlive me! Hopefully, though, I'll figure out a way to make another trip to Thailand next year - before I get too old and feeble - LOL. Take care mate. ;-)

[@RonFloyd]

Oh yeah. Not exactly my choice - Sandy made sure that I was going to pay for my sins - LOL. But, that said, and being alone, they do provide me with great companionship.

[@richardmcgregor6728]

Hi mate, Are you around Hua Hin on 18/19 of December this year. Me and the family are doing our regular trip back to Thailand from Sydney and are popping into Hua Hin for 3 nights to catch up with some relos that live in Prachuap Khiri Khan. Let me know if you're around and want to catch up for a beer or two. Cheers, Richie.

[@richardmcgregor6728]

@@jonnyasia I'll message you a little closer to the time. Is the best way through comments on your KZbin Vids or do you have an email?

[@madgpol]

Jonny you have got it spot on. Good on you

[@robertcatalano8440]

Hi Johnny I’ve retired and I’ve been sitting around home for two years I’m bored shitless I want to come back to Thailand and I’ve been watching you on your channel for quite some time What’s the best time to come to Hua hin thinking of coming in our winter Aust this year I’ve been over there before Bangkok Phuket Stayed with two lovely Thai women

[@truegent68]

A man after my own heart, puts his dog first, nice one

[@david34]

Thanks for sharing with us your background, have always been curious about where you're from (some past comments claimed UK!)

[@Oneworld1116]

Well done, sir. Enjoyed the video.

[@deefitzgerald2906]

I think YOU did the right thing......I had worked from age 15 and had to take early retirement do to SPINE disease that hit me at 46 but didn’t quit until 52....I had over 30 yrs in BANKING and hated to leave...So in 2017 my Husband didn’t what his marriage anymore after 28 yrs......What I tell people do not wait do the things now because you never know.....So now I am a OLD woman who cannot travel and alone....Life can give you SHIT but it’s what ya do with it.....I have enjoyed your videos and seeing there is another world.....

[@WuhanLabLeak]

Hang in there Dee, I hope you’re ok ❤️

[@jakedenteith2335]

You're a smart guy Jonny. Smart enough to know when you need to get your shit together. Not too many can say or admit to that. Cheers

[@motorwouter]

Thanks for explaning this johnny

[@GrantandShirley]

Yes its same like Australia here in New Zealand. Good video Jonny

[@sodapopcurtis7396]

Nice, but don't you think Bangkok is another big metropolitan city? I visited before and felt like it was another big metro city like New York or so.

[@rickman2267]

Hey Jonny! Like watching your vids, i think I sore you in Perth the other other month, but wasn't sure it was you! I'll be back for my 30th trip next week to Thailand. Im looking forward to retirement in Asia as well down the track, and your vids, inspire me to get there sooner! Thanks, mate!

[@Joe-id8bd]

I'm very happy for you. I agree with your way of thinking. Does Thailand have a stock market? If so, do you trade? I've recently sold my properties and looking for new ways to generate income.

[@jeffincabo]

Thanks Jonny ! Be well!

[@ngocdinh69]

love your video Jonny.

[@bigal2417]

Your spot on with your thoughts.

[@ToyotaCamroad]

GREAT ANSWERS MATE ..GOOD ON YA! ... Fellow Aussie 😃 If you need a camper let me know

[@wayner1272]

Well done Jonny, maybe catch you around the traps some day!

[@robbogsy3469]

Fair play to you mate it sounds like you done well and you worked hard and sold up at the right time.must of been a good deal as you were working on good boats.keep up the good work mate.

[@michelbower278]

great vlog Jonny and yes i would have to agree with you as when i was over there the roads wre shocking and the traffic was herhendis but life itself and the people there are wonderful and as you said i think if you can get over the way Thailand is with the smell you can have a wonderful and great life living in Thailand

[@shaned5433]

You probably don’t like Q and A’s cause your baring a bit of your soul to the World. But hey buddy that’s why we watch lol. Love the insight into your life. We are all probably jealous as hell lol. Keep it coming. Thumbs up.

[@coocoocachooglin]

Thanks for sharing! My Filipina gf and I enjoy watching your adventures, we also had many of the questions you answered today. We love your positive happy outlook. Your gf, her son, and your pet are adorable. Hopefully next year I can retire from the company I work for here on US west coast and we can head that way to the PI where her family is, and visit Thailand too. Best wishes to you all. Cheers m8!

[@amyfrankie100]

Why be jealous of somebody's achievements you all have the same chances it's going out there and make it happen I did so can you depends on how bad you want it. For me I found an opening in the property market to my chances and it paid of now I watch my money grow and give to charities and I live of the interest with the way interest rates are which is shit it gives you an idea how successful I've been. You got to make it happen for yourself if you want it that bad.

[@Macarto]

Could you comment about the type of Visa you have in Thailand since you are neither married Nor working in Thailand to have a working Visa

[@Macarto]

Jonny There Is Something Happening I’ve came across that website, apparently subscription is 1mil baht for 5 years. Is it worth it in your opinion?

[@gotthesinglelife]

Great Info and you are living the dream I would be doing the same thing if the financial situation is better the rising cost and rent in Aus is nuts.

[@fitchikalina7507]

You have done really well for yourself 🥇

[@Arman-dc6uo]

Great video Jonny,I have been following your channel for about a year now and really appreciate what you do. I have a similar background to you and have had enough of the rat race in Sydney and have recently been planning my early retirement in Thailand. I have had a lot of negativity around the subject of (why would you want to live in Thailand and why don’t you want more success in your life) I think that most people in life had the opportunity to cash in and retire at 36 would do it. I guess my concern would be how did you handle the adjustment from running a business to being retired and doing what you want when you want? Is boredom an issue for you?

[@michaelj2528]

I totally agree with you about work jonny, I started work at 15 years of age just retired 50 years working, and now my body is pretty much FUCK up( sorry about the language ) hopefully one day I tell you the rest of it all. So I agree with what you say if you can do it . Thanks for being so honest it's not that easy , top class vlog

[@Waz_From_Oz_69]

Great Vlog mate... excellent!! Hey, do you need a certain amount of money behind you to move to Thailand? Is it possible to get a normal job over there & earn enough to live? Thanks.

[@johnmycroft3065]

Love this guy!

[@aussieinthailand166]

Thats the way to do it jonny..

[@Jazzmaster71]

I live in BKK, agree about their crazy driving. And I have the same reasons for living and lifes mentality and future here in Thailand. Enjoy life, life is a gift and it is not given how long you will walk on this earth.

nice 1 johnny m8

[@binflynn1]

Johnny come to Ireland I’ll show you about 👍🇮🇪take care mate

[@1974dodgecharger]

Did you ever come to America Johny?

[@timvinall4802]

FairPlay to you Jonny !

[@successjeff]

Good Q&A Jonny

[@patloh6643]

You are 1 lucky son.of the gun in the good way. Cheers mate and thanks for sharing.

[@martybeidleman3027]

I added it up. I can rent a nice ass house in Thailand and after 30 years of paying rent on it the price would be cheaper than if I had bought it. So, your reason for not buying it is spot on!!!

[@anthonydowling3356]

He is paying far too much though .If you know Thai prices .Up to him as he can afford it .

[@imoldgreggboosh3467]

What strange reasoning. If you buy, after 30 yrs you can sell and get your money back. Rent ain't never coming back . . .

[@Me_and_My_B]

Great stuff Jonny! Really like the philosophy mate..... Looks like you've had alot of luck (through hard work) in life but also early tragedy....life's for living! Enjoy.....and don't listen to the haters!!!!

[@cheapcharliepip.4015]

Great vlogg Jonny very interesting can’t wait for your future travel vloggs in the Escort. 👍😎🇬🇧🍺😬🙏🛵🤠