PLANNING Retirement In THAILAND? These PATTAYA Condos MIGHT be the TICKET!

[@roygoad2870]

I go to the gym right opposite this condo for 2 years, the building has been empty for ages. So many new large condos are being built in many side streets all over Pratumnak! A lot of unique design features 👍

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

That’s good mate, good on you. Yes but people are about to start moving in in the next few weeks 👍

[@TheBadGuy1974]

The best designed 27m studio I have ever seen in Pattaya not an inch of space wasted - priced too high but great design. 1.5m thb would be a fair price for that.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Yes I agree, best studio design I have seen and boy, I have seen a lot 👍

[@postbro1]

They're being a bit cheeky with the size of those condos. That first one felt downright claustrophobic.

[@douangphanthavong5366]

Nicely done guys! Lots of good info. I really like that the developers offer quite a variety of different types of condos with reasonable pricing imo considering the location.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thank you too, really appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment 👍👍👍

[@MichaelSuisse]

As usual a great video! Thanks for all you do Jason!

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thanks mate and I also really appreciate your support as always 👍👍👍

[@trancekingpj]

I don't mind seeing the shoe boxes Jase as they're potentially great investment vehicles for renting out to the single folk who travel to Thailand for several months at a time, and who usually travel light but want something comfortable with all the mod cons.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thanks for saying that mate and you are spot on with your comment, we will keep showing ALL sizes, types & budgets 👍👍👍

[@trancekingpj]

@@goodvibespattaya2423 Well I've got some money coming to me next year which would be enough to get something as an investment. I'm hoping to move there eventually but am waiting for my kids to move out of home first. So getting something that can pay for itself while I wait on the kids to move will be really helpful, plus potentially provide a holiday home for occasional visits.

[@scottgeen3062]

​@@goodvibespattaya2423can you show condo in bang saray some more thank you from Scott new Zealand

[@jorgenmansson4269]

I like the first condo, very good floor plan for being 27 square meters. If possible, I would put a folding table in the kitchen so I can sit there and eat instead of in the bedroom.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Yeah best layout of a 27 sqm condo I have seen and that’s a good idea, thanks mate 👍

[@curious850]

Hi Jason & Manu, I've seen that building under construction and wondered what it was like. Thanks for showing different configurations and different sized condos. Pratumnak Soi 5 has come a long way since I bought my Cosy Beach condo in 2013. Just opposite the condos you show, there's an expat grocery shop and Old Rogue's Retreat. Old Rogues (amongst other menu items) has excellent breakfasts and are renowned for their Sunday roasts.....there's also O'Garas Irish pub just up the top of the road, located in Tara Court. The Soi beside the outdoor gym goes through to Soi 4. At the top of Soi 4, there are 3 excellent cafes which do food/coffee etc. Also more down the Soi until you reach Cabbages and Condoms and the Beach Bum Bar. Feel like sitting at the beach sipping a beer or cocktail and it won't cost a fortune? That's your go to spot. They also have music I think certain night/s. Speaking of good food.....lunch? When?

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Hi Chris, that is awesome information from a local expert I. Pratumnak, thank you 🙏 Lunch, can you please email me and we can arrange a day. Thank you Chris, as always really appreciate your support and comments 😊😊😊

[@clrodrick]

Too pricey for my budget (for now) but I can appreciate those condos quite nice! Really like the area these are in. Hopefully next year I can work with Manu to find a reasonable condo for my budget (15-18k/mo) as it seems like he really knows the area well.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thanks, yeah Manu will be able to help you when the time comes 👍

[@MrTupeloFlash]

Thank you both for all the info you provide 🙏🏻

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thank you too mate, really appreciate your support 👍😊🙏

[@MrTupeloFlash]

@@goodvibespattaya2423 NB, thanks also from the ‘ studio people’ …. Sometimes a place just to sleep & shower is enough 😂

[@larryross2458]

What I've noticed in all the property videos is the refrigerator doors always open the wrong way.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Yeah I know, it’s a bit annoying and all 3 condos I’ve lived have been the same 🤨

[@silverarrow2558]

Great find Jason that studio is amazing and room for axwashing machine love soi 5 great for beach night market and walking street if thats your thing

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thanks mate, yeah very good location Soi 5 👍👍👍

[@stressless8405]

Pool is WAY too small for thailand. So are the rooms but that is how it is over there. If the room is that size i expect a huuuuge amenity list with gigtanic sprawling pool and gardens. Always good content guys well done!

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

I have to agree with you on that, pool needs to be bigger or have another one 👍 Thanks mate, appreciate your support and feedback on the development 😊

[@JohnH33817]

Hey Jason,Some awesome condos I like that 2 bedroom 2 bath.Wow Irish pub fish and chips everyday 😂😂thanks again Jason & Manu👍🙏

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Haha yeah pretty handy having an Irish pub and Japanese plus cafe on site and everything else just down the road 👍👍👍 Thanks mate

[@jgb4unme1]

neat building! The studio was actually pretty cool, i thought. That 2 bed/1 bath unit was neat as well (except maybe the closet drawer placement in the 2nd bedroom lol) Did you see R4K was looking at a place in Bang Saray? He needs to watch your channel:)

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Hi Matt, apologies for the delay. I haven’t seen R4K’s video on Bang Saray yet but will check it out soon. Thanks mate 👍

[@smartbiz888]

G'day! Great episode as usual! Enjoy your weekend! Here chilling in Da Villa in Dubai! The weather is perfect here right now (as in not 40C outside haha)... King Kong Tattoo Shop...love it...lots of hot spots haha! 🙏🙏🙏 👍😎👍

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

G’day mate, thank you and have a great weekend, do you live in Dubai ? Manu is a funny bugger and always fun with him, he’s a great friend 👍👍👍

[@smartbiz888]

@@goodvibespattaya2423 I can see the synergy between you two...👍 Yes, for the moment I'm here in Dubai...Been here quite some time... But the eventual goal is to split time between Germany, Thailand, and The Philippines... When I get old (haha too late, I AM old)... 😆😉😊 I'm from the USA, but I've been overseas most of the time since 18...Going on 50 years now... Ooof.... Cheers! 👍😎👍

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

@@smartbiz888 thanks for sharing that mate, sounds like a very interesting life you have lived 👍👍👍

[@scottgeen3062]

Don't mind small condo great video thank you from Scott new Zealand

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thanks mate 👍👍👍

[@alias_EP]

Be a good idea you guys show the parking for both cars ND BIKES..in these condos...

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

We normally do but don’t show at The Cove as it was very dark and they are just finishing the car park at Beverly Mountain 👍

[@perspective4517]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but the amount of the rental guarantee in your the example appears almost identical to the annual body corporate costs: 550 per square metre per year. About 178,200 THB pa for the 27m^2. Quite a hefty add-on if you're living in the condo. And the guarantee is of no benefit if the place is let...I'm guessing it isn't an add on. In any case, great video, always enjoy your current information on what things cost.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Hi mate, the body corporate is 50THB per sqm per month so it works out at 16,200 per year on 27 sqm 👍

[@Alf3003]

@@goodvibespattaya2423 That have to pay the landlord or the renter?

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

The body corporate is paid by the owner to the building

[@perspective4517]

@@goodvibespattaya2423 yep, 50 for routine maintenance/upkeep (at 8:54). At 8:57 he mentioned 500 for the sinking fund to cover the big jobs every 10 years or so (repainting the building etc I suppose). I was adding those two figures together to get an idea of the ongoing out of pocket expenses. I think that's sensible to create the fund: otherwise properties get pretty run down, but you need to keep it in mind when taking on a property (there or anywhere).

[@perspective4517]

@@Alf3003 collectively, all the condo owners pay for the ongoing maintenance by the building management. The sinking fund money should be held in trust for when refurbishment is needed.

[@nigelbodieNB]

Hi Jason there is new toyota hilux champ on the market out there any chance of review costs and if a motorbike fits on the short wheel base thanks

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Hi Nigel, I have seen these and planning on going to have a look, not sure when but I will do, thanks mate 👍

[@MrKansaitim]

Nice, but overpriced with so many units on the market.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thanks 👍

[@silverarrow2558]

hi jason can you put me in touch with your guy as im potentially interested in the condos in this video

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Hi there, can you please send me an email [e-mail] and I will forward it to Manu Thanks

[@theresafry3514]

Good morning 👍

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Good morning Theresa 😊😊😊

[@andyleonard1971]

How does the hot water work in these condos?

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Hi Andy, in every condo I have seen and there has been a few, hot water is only in the shower 👍

[@robkit6681]

​@@goodvibespattaya2423 I've been in Pattaya since 2013....and every condo I've rented has hot water in the kitchen as well.

[@99somerville]

They use instant hot water heaters. AlwYs see one on the top of the wall in the shower.

[@robkit6681]

​@@99somerville They're the cheap/budget condos....the ones I've rented have the water heater under the sink/kitchen area.

[@PATThaiA]

Liked นะ

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

👍👍👍

[@rbj1254]

You just said it urself its no bigger than a hotel room. 4 mill ..nah mate not worth it youd go nuts.more like match box. These places ur showing are for chinese investment not to actualy live and retire comfortably. Sorru to be negative

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

All good mate, we understand but as you know I show all property types, sizes & budgets 👍👍👍

[@timallison8560]

what the heck is a sinking fund?

[@99somerville]

Kind of putting money into reserves in case some big repair job is needed. The HOA is more for everyday costs in operating the building. A big sinking fund means no special assessments.

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

Thank you for explaining this 👍👍👍

[@BradSmith-lh3cz]

you're living my dream...don't fuck it up

[@goodvibespattaya2423]

lol 😂 how would I fk jt up?