My Condo Tour In Bangkok

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[@theamazingjustin]

Man I can’t express enough how much appreciate the info you provide in your vids. Please keep doing what you’re doing!

[@EagerExpat]

I appreciate that. Ya, like I said, it's just my experience. Hopefully, it will help someone move over

[@enzos711]

I love the sheer amt of useful, focus & detailed (practical & quality) info you give ..

[@EagerExpat]

I appreciate you watching

[@bokhari601]

Dear Joe, Love your clips and your comments. I love how you explain things. Thanks Man

[@EagerExpat]

Thank you very much. I'm just having a little fun making the videos. I'm glad a few people check them out.

[@kosamui]

MORE THUMBS UP PEOPLE, PLEASE. HE DESERVES THEM! 👍👍

[@EagerExpat]

Ha ha, thanks for watching. I love your handle. Koh Samui is also fun

[@Deadfoot-Dan]

Informative content as always, glad you have such an extensive library of in depth reviews, lots of great info there. .

[@EagerExpat]

Hey thanks. I appreciate you watching

[@moapted5624]

Very useful insights and information. Many thanks! Keep up the informative videos!

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks, will do. I appreciate you watching.

[@jahrelsjourney3672]

Thanks for all the information. I will be looking into getting a lease soon and the info you provided is very useful.

[@EagerExpat]

That's great. Good luck with your new place

[@TonyVsSportsShortsandMore]

Thanks for another great video Joe. Always appreciate the opportunity to be informed and entertained in equal measure on any given day. Be well.

[@EagerExpat]

Hey thank you very much. Plenty more to come.

[@captpain1]

"I don't even know what year it is," you k8ll me lol. Keep up the great work, and lots of good info thanks.

[@EagerExpat]

Ha ha, it's good not to look at the date every day

[@No_Strings]

Happy Birthday Joe!!🎉

[@EagerExpat]

Hey Thanks Andy. We had a small last minute party at Stella's. Good times

[@joewalton6056]

Love the video, Joe!

[@EagerExpat]

Glad you enjoyed it. Plenty more to come

[@rickoleary9975]

Joe ! I really enjoy your KZbin Channel. Your street walk videos are great, as well as your videos on general travel. You are very easy to understand. You speak clearly... and fast enough to keep me alert. You have the right balance. Your airlines and credit card miles video out of San Diego was good too. I've been to Thailand a number of times. I like it, and am considering spending winters there. (Versus Seattle). I guess I will be considered a snow bird. In any case I will be using your videos to help me decide where to rent. Thanks, and keep up your great work. Again, your "Style" is perfect. Rick

[@EagerExpat]

Thank you Rick. Thailand is perfect around the holidays. No rain and often times it's below 80 degrees. That sounds like a nice plan. Plus, soon the 60 day on arrival stamp will be useful. Hopefully, you'll be able to extend that 30 days. Or a simple visit to Vietnam, etc.. and get another 60 days. That should make life easy to visit. Please check out my Sukhumvit playlist. I've walked every inch of many streets. It will give you an on the ground look from Soi 1 to Soi 101. The area on the odd side, Soi 23 to Soi 55 and even Soi 10 to Soi 42 is my favorite. But, there are a 1000 places you could visit. Just get on over and do your own exploring. Hopefully, the airline miles vide will get you in Business. That's a long journey

[@golphnut]

Great information. Thanks!

[@EagerExpat]

Thank you very much

[@Bailey22948]

Great insights Joe throughout the vlog. Very beneficial thank you 🙏

[@EagerExpat]

Thank you very much. There are still some great deals in Central Bangkok

[@EagerExpat]

@@Bailey22948 I don't use What's App, but if you have a Line, shoot me your contact. I will be honest, I'm an open book on this channel, but these are my experiences. I can't do much to help anyone with there visa or condo search. Or any detailed info. I know some KZbin guys do consultations, etc.. That's not my thing. 99% of what I've did, I made a few videos. If you want to grab a beer, that's cool. Always glad to meet someone who watches the channel. O'Shea's on Soi 33/1 sometime

[@EagerExpat]

@@Bailey22948 Ya I don't post my email here either. I used to and people treated me like a tour guide or condo agent. I'm just a guy making videos. Unlike most channels, I do my best to answer all the comments here. Often times it takes and hour each day. But, I do my best to help. So if you have a question, this is the best place. Make a fresh comment. KZbin shows me 75% of these follow up questions. A fresh comment is easy to see and answer

[@EagerExpat]

@@Bailey22948 I think they moved from Nana to Silom. I used Rex at Siam Legal. But, an agent to open a bank account is on every corner in Asoke or Nana. Check out the Trendy building on Soi 13. They must have 6 agents in that building

[@hgraphix]

Great info! Thanks for sharing.

[@EagerExpat]

Glad it was helpful

[@Goldfinger555]

Thanks for being so open and transparent with your condo situation. Lots of great nuggets of advice. I’ve done the Airbnb route on longer stays which is convenient but by far much more expensive. But even on those, if you are a good tenant, they will offer you special discounts when you come back or add on additional days.

[@EagerExpat]

Yes, it's always worth a try to negotiate a 2 or 3 month stay with AirBnB. A deal that works for everyone, is better than an empty unit

[@Andrew-qy1kz]

Hey Joe nice video once again. I see you also bought a small plant. Nice work!

[@EagerExpat]

Ya, the girlfriend got one at Ikea. I hope I keep it alive. Ha ha

[@nefertemur8951]

Greetings Eager Expat, great job and review of your condo and amenities! The information you provide is badly needed by anyone wanting to reside in Thailand, therefore keep pushing forward. Who cares about you repeating or showing things redundantly as it’s needed in most cases as there are new subscribers daily on your channel. I enjoy watching your content as I’m already situated as an expat in Seoul Korea, very expensive, but no worries here. Thanks for sharing guy.

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks for watching. I'm just having fun with this hobby. I'm glad I can help someone

[@tcmken253]

You're good man...thank you for the information and content. I enjoy the soothing and conversational tone your videos provide. Take care and once again thanks!

[@EagerExpat]

Hey I appreciate you watching. I just deleted some clown who said I mumble? I'm not sure if English is his first language.

[@caroljordan4316]

@@EagerExpatyou definitely don’t mumble I can hear you quite clearly 😊

[@EagerExpat]

@@caroljordan4316 Ha ha, ya it take all kinds. I even said in the video, sometimes I repeat the same information. I don't read a script. It's just run and gun shooting. But mumble? Maybe a few "lets see" or Ums. But few less than I hear in other videos. Anyhow, thanks for watching Carol. More videos to come. It's just a little hobby, but I hope I can make someone's move over a little easier.

[@caroljordan4316]

@@EagerExpat I appreciate the time you and others take to make these videos, not everyone’s content is going to resonate 100% but I find I always learn a new bit of info from most videos I watch.

[@EagerExpat]

@@caroljordan4316 Well, I appreciate you watching. Doing a little homework and learning from others experiences is a smart way to plan. Other people want a 2 minute explanation. These are the people that are bound to repeat the mistakes we've already made.

[@christhai2508]

Great vlog!

[@EagerExpat]

Thank you very much. More videos to come.

[@bryancole842]

Thanks Joe- lots to think about. Appreciate your time. I love Japanese food and grocery items_ looks like Thonglor has a lot. 😊

[@EagerExpat]

Yes they do. Even my street in Phrom Phong has a ton of Japanese food. Google K-Village on Sukhumvit Soi 26. Oh shoot, it's called something like Nkaumara that is all Japanese. Even a great bakery. Be aware, Thonglor can be the most expensive street in town. 150,000 baht condos are far more common than 15,000. Lots of Korean and Japanese expense accounts on Soi 55. I live a 15 minute walk away if I want to go to Thonglor at a fraction of the cost.

[@timrandom]

Good vid again. Thanks. As always everyone will have their own preferences and needs that will decide what's the perfect spot. But you are right expats are creatures of habits and often we end up meeting somewhere in the areas you mentioned. Personally I have a house in walking distance to the BTS a few more stations down the way. I hang out locally too but mostly with family and Thai friends. But I can't do that all the time, I need my pint of Irelands best now and then 😁 Let's have a beer one day

[@EagerExpat]

That sounds like a plan

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Great stuff bro! Thanks for sharing.

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks for watching. Good luck with the dental work. It will be nice to complete all that.

[@BirdDog.]

You make it to Taiwan? Looking forward to watching more SE Asia videos. Make that EVA video, like to see how you like their business class seat.

[@EagerExpat]

@@BirdDog. I've been to Taiwan, but it was before KZbin. I did Eva. It's a great business product. I have Cathay, Japan, Singapore, AA, business or first videos. All with miles of course. I just went to Hong Kong on Air Asia, ha ha. I save the miles for crossing an ocean.

[@BirdDog.]

@@EagerExpat I’ll have to check those videos. I know 30andawakeup said he was on his way there soon. He hasn’t gone live recently so I’m not sure where he is now.

[@EagerExpat]

@@BirdDog. He told me in the comments, he was in BKK a few months getting some dental work

[@craigellis8354]

Dude We're cut from the same cloth, I rented before & if I could do the simple fixes, done If something needed professional attention with the possibility of the situation going sideways, I call it in Be pleasant, humble & an appreciated guest goes a long way Thank you for sharing your experiences Truly grateful Craig

[@EagerExpat]

Hey thanks Craig. Yes, it's not worth bothering the landlord for a $10 fix. That may have saved me $100 a month on rent for 3 years. I've always taken care of the homes I owned. That doesn't change because I'm renting another persons home. It's just a matter of pride. I'm saving about $3600 over three years compared to a neighbor, I can pay the $20 AC cleaning. That's just good karma.

[@howardstern666]

Hi Joe. Just found your channel the other day, love the straightforward info and presentation. Very helpful. I'm in process of selling my stuff and condo in LA to move out to BKK before autumn. I was thinking Phrom Pong or surrounding area. Hope to run into you.

[@EagerExpat]

For sure. Say hi in a comment when you get here. Well grab a drink

[@howardstern666]

@@EagerExpat Will do! Looking forward to it

[@EagerExpat]

@@howardstern666 Ya man, I travel often, but this is homebase

[@JDS54]

Love your content… I spent 3 months in Thailand Jan./Feb.March 2024… 2 months in Hua Hin and 1 month in Bangkok and loved it… I’m planning to return in July for a one year stay and will definitely check out out your condo building for a place… PErfect location, perfect building for me, even if i have to pay 22K…. Hope something’s available… 👍🏻

[@EagerExpat]

That's sound like a great plan. July is a great time for a good deal. Right in the middle of the low season. Send me a comment in say March. I'll get you in touch with my realtor. Maybe she can give you an idea of rental prices. Check my channel, I've made several videos on my condo search. One showed another great building a block form here. The Dwell on 26. It's a low rise, but great value for the money. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIXFqalva61jh6s. These prices might have gone up, but this was my backup building. Same great area.

[@snappymonkey]

very informative

[@EagerExpat]

Glad you think so. More to come

[@fittekowner]

Your videos are fine Joe. You use the KISS principal and I apreciate it. Some people will always complain it is their specialty. Semper Fi

[@EagerExpat]

Hey how's it going. Ya, I'll make the videos the only way I know how. Thanks for always watching

[@jasonc1130]

Great video, I’m really enjoying your channel.. I’ll be moving to BKK next month (stayed a few months last yr) and looking to live in the Phrom Pong area, most likely in your building, Park Origin or The Lumpini 24…. My main criteria is I want to be walking distance to Benchikitti Park which I love, but not too close like in Asok or Nana… Anyway, dumb question alert- but I like how you leave your windows open, are there any problems with bugs or birds getting in ? Thanks !

[@EagerExpat]

To be honest, I can't leave the windows open too often. This was the hottest year in a long time. I'm high up, but I've never seen any bug of fly. There is no issue with birds. If i were on the 2nd floor, I might be concerned with rodents. Like any large city, Bangkok has a few of those. Take a look at Soi 18, too. Search my channel for videos. There is a nice bridge to the park. Cool street

[@JJthelonelybullinasia]

Good info buddy. Making your rent payments early and keeping your condo clean go a long way to establishing a good relationship with the owner. My rent is due on the 13th of the month, but I always pay on the 4th as soon as my pension check comes in. When it comes to renewing they would rather keep a good tenant at the same price then let it sit empty for months while they try to find another good tenant to move in at a higher rental price.

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks JJ. You are correct. I've owned homes, been a landlord and been a tenant. It's just common sense to be the best tenant you can be. Most people are normal, including landlords. Rather than chasing an extra $100 a month, I have kept a good person in there for multiple years. In once case my dad rented to a lady for 17 years. Of course he had to raise the rent a few times. He changed the carpet a few times and kept up with repairs. Any 40 year old house needs repairs. But, in the end she was paying way less for a small house overlooking the ocean in San Diego, than anyone else. She also paid the majority of the $200,000 mortgage. When she moved out, he sold it for $800,000. So in the end it was a great deal for all involved. And, of course she received every penny of her deposit money.

[@mariovandenhovel1341]

Nice vlog❤

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks as always for watching Mario

[@BR-bd1nv]

The amount of information shared is well-balanced for the amount of time. I'm more interested in the information you share the length of your content hasn't been an issue IMO. keep up the good work

[@EagerExpat]

I appreciate the content. It's sometimes funny, I try to answer every comment I receive. Many people will ask a question that was answered in the video. They want the answer, but they only want to watch 10 minutes of the video. That's like wanting a pilot's license with a 1 hour lesson.

[@SiamFam]

You are definitely a fan of fans Joe 😂. Cool pad

[@EagerExpat]

Ha ha, ya I need to give a few of those to the security guards, etc.. Always on the hunt for the perfect fan

[@bmb619]

Great video, nice condo! 👍 I'm in SD, Navy Veteran, planning to move out there in a few years. I watch and listen to videos that interest me, while i work, clean my home, or workout. Short videos wouldnt work for me, because i'd have to constantly stop what i'm doing, just to find another short video. Do what you do, people will find you. +1 Subbed 🙏

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks San Diego. Ya, I'm more a long format, podcast style. I did the same thing in the last 10 years. I'd be carrying mail and listen to the Thai and travel bloggers. Trying to pick up a tip or hear about a spot I should visit. The next two years will fly by. It did for me. See you over here.

[@sparkygirl9083]

Don't listen to those people, I watch almost every video you put out. There good.

[@EagerExpat]

I really appreciate you watching. No, I just turned 58. I'll make videos or do anything else in life the way I see fit. If a person wants to watch 10 second Tik Tok videos, I'm not the guy for them. If they want to see and learn about Bangkok, they need to invest some time. Or they can come over and make the same mistakes myself or buddies have already made.

[@WeixDraqz]

For the new people as well, make sure to akways negotiate your rent in bangkok! Im based in Ekkamai, and he wanted 15k a month, i got him down to 10k

[@EagerExpat]

That's a good deal you received. Hopefully, that works out for a good long time

[@David-vz5mv]

I'm not you sir, but if I was I would ignore the whiners and keep making content the way you want to. It's good stuff man!

[@EagerExpat]

Ha ha. I love the trolls. Just pointing out what a great time I'm having drives them crazy. Normal people don't act that way. But, it's funny to me

[@jeffreye7179]

Hey Joe. I heard the comment you mentioned about a viewer who wanted you to change how you deliver your content. I completely disagree. You should not change a thing. I have watched a ton of your videos and you are the first KZbinr that made me realize there was a metropolis option in Bangkok as opposed to just a beach lifestyle in Pattaya. It does not bother me that you repeat on occasion because it just drills those facts into my mind. My retirement is a couple of years away and your content is preparing me nicely for a move to Thailand.

[@EagerExpat]

Thank you for the comment. I agree that Bangkok offers so much. The good news is you can be at world-class beaches very easily. Finish up the career and get on over here. More videos to come.

[@JAG72270]

Can you maybe do a video on Tru Digital Park and Whisdom condos? That looks interesting. Thanks!

[@EagerExpat]

I'm sure I'll be back up there, but I've shown that area. Search my Sukhumvit playlist. Soi 101

[@user-tk7rf8vp6h]

I am not retired yet, but definitely looking into Thailand for future living....I'm yet to go there but will come soon. You really get your money's worth there!! I'm same now, no more gym, just do calasthenics at home, cardio etc....anyways...I'll watch rest of your videos....very cool

[@EagerExpat]

Sounds like a plan. I workout at home and swim my laps. Plus, my miles I walk filming these videos. Get over here and have some fun. Let me know when you arrive. We'll grab a drink.

[@user-tk7rf8vp6h]

@EagerExpat ok cool...thanks

[@BurningtunaDC]

In an emergency you'd want to be on the 5th floor and not the 25th. Nice video.

[@EagerExpat]

That's probably true, unless the top 20 floors crush the first five. I'd be on top of the rubble. Gotta think glass half full in life

[@djdg1973]

Thanks for sharing, I am going through this right now and I am at a disadvantage cause I'm only looking for a 3-month contract, so choices are limited but my budget is a little higher cause I'm only staying for 3 months for now, thinking about the retirement visa though. A personal choice is right as you put it, because I prioritize having a bathtub and high floor, very close to train because I am a walker, retired UPSer. But someone who rides a motorbike or doesn't care about a bathtub or high floor has more choices obviously, on the other hand, someone looking for pet-friendly will be limited in choices, etc.

[@EagerExpat]

Yes, you might be better off with an AirBnB. Shoot them a message. I'll bet you can find a discount deal. Plus, you can put that on a US credit card. Maybe even try three one month building. Then lock it down when you move over for 12 months. UPS is hard work. One of my good buddies was on my route in San Diego. I hope you make the move over. This is a great place to live.

[@djdg1973]

@@EagerExpat Thanks for the AirBnB advice didn't think of the ease of using a credit card on that, and getting points. I had a question about the retirement visa maybe you have experience with, cant find info anywhere about it. Can I travel out of the country for 4 months at a time and return without voiding the retirement visa? Im living in the Philippines now as im married to a Filipina and would like to visit back at least a few month of the year.

[@EagerExpat]

@@djdg1973 If you want a visa for retirement check out the video I made. You'll need $23,000 in a Thai bank. The good news is soon, you can arrive in Thailand and get a visa exempt stamp for 60 days. We are not sure if you can extend that for another 30 days. I wouldn't abuse the border runs, they don't play in Thailand. But, a fast side trip to Cambodia for two days, then return will get you 60 days more. But yes, if you want a visa, you need a multi entry visa. If you don't get that, you do lose the visa if you leave the country. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5SYXqymjZiheLs

[@donnguyen8443]

$500/month add another $150 for utilities and such, we're talking $650/month for living expenses. That's dirt cheap for a world-class city in a good neighborhood. Budget another $1000-$2000 in free cash spending money per month and you're eating and entertaining yourself well. So basically $40,000-$50,000 passive income per year in retirement is more than sufficient. Just make sure the medical stuff is taken care of and you're golden. BTW, smart on the 200 baht for the lighting service. Making friends and contacts that have helped you in one way or another can come back in some other form in the future when you least expect and need.

[@EagerExpat]

Ya living expenses aren't the issue for most of us. Myself and many of my buddies like to travel, dive, golf, etc. Many people dream of retirement, but you need a plan. Drinking every day isn't fun after a month or two. So, a big part of my budget is travel

[@jjmccee5665]

Hey, enjoying your info. I believe you mentioned you spend around 3700 a month overall and your rent is what it is. Where does the rest of your budget go specifically?

[@EagerExpat]

I just did a very detailed video on my budget. I'll link that here. I enjoy Scuba and travel. I retired to explore more, not less. So that's a big part of the budget. Here's the monthly breakdown for me. Again, that's just me. You can spend $10,000 a month or $1000. We're all different. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqmudWuroLShqZI

[@nkaujmimvang6090]

Can you get information about hotels Motel that normal prices for us which is close to the market that have all kinds fruits....thanks for advance ☺

[@EagerExpat]

Go to my Sukhumvit playlist. I walk every street of Sukhumvit and show every hotel and motel. I show the area including fruit stands. You'll have to email the property or check Agoda for current rates

[@gundam0816]

Hi, do most apartment complexes come with room cleaning per week/ month? If so, do you normally tip? Thanks

[@EagerExpat]

I've never stayed in a serviced apartment. I only stay in condos. I think apartments get basic cleaning once a week and fresh sheets. Those rooms are more a small hotel size. I want a 1 bedroom. That's a little less common in an apartment. But, no cleaning in a condo is extra. I like to clean my place. But, I've had a deep clean, maybe 2 hours for 400b and a small tip. Maybe 500 total. Most people do that once a month

[@chowholic]

Typically, How much more of a premium if you wanted a patio big enough for a couple of chairs and small table in your area?

[@EagerExpat]

Very hit or miss. Big patios are rare in Bangkok. I've stayed in 15 condos (AirBnB, etc..) over the years. I've always had a small balcony, that usually has the washer and two AC units. I see huge balconies on expensive places, say on Soi 24. If the unit is above 60,000k, it will probably have a larger balcony. Often times from the bedroom to the kitchen.

[@user-mo4zx6pt3n]

Hi i stay befor for like 2 monts in Ratchatewi ( maby wrong spelling) beutifull small restorant and bars whit like no farang ,, i dont know but i think good valu for money. i rented a small studio for 17000 thb . have you any info abot that area ?? this was like 3 years ago maby not the same anymore ?? BTW thank you for good vids

[@EagerExpat]

3 years ago you could get a killer deal. Don't expect that today. Search my channel for Central World. A few videos of that area should come up. Thanks for watching

[@user-by6lk9ux6g]

Hi Joe, I'm moving to Thonglor Waterford Park. D 14 juni. With my lovely Thai wife Arshchar. If you then feel like a beer or two and a chat Time and place you decide. Am I ready 🍺🇨🇷🌞

[@EagerExpat]

That sounds great. I'll be on the road then, but Bangkok is home. I'll be back in July. Say hello then, we'll get together. Maybe the Old English at the Thonglor BTS

[@user-by6lk9ux6g]

That sounds good! Appointment! 🙏

[@thomasleong2201]

Speaking dollar more easy to follow the Thai baht

[@EagerExpat]

Yes, I agree. I'm trying to keep things simple. People that understand the Thai baht remember when they were new to Thailand.

[@enzos711]

I rent a nice 2 br apt "Cheap" (which is rare) in (Seacoast) Portsmouth, NH .. I work remote & plan retire vs "semi retire" end of yr (at 62) .. If you want to do an "Apt Swap" for a "few mos" let me know, lol (seriously though) .. Wow, perfect / Nice, for $527.00 per mos ..

[@EagerExpat]

Ha ha, if I go back to the US anytime soon, it will be for a week. I've been to Portsmouth, NH. Nice area, but I'm a SE Asia guy today.