The DANGERS of renting a property in Pattaya, what to be aware of!

Renting a property in Pattaya is very easy, but it does come with some potential issues!
In this video I discuss with Boh what issues you may face by going it alone and renting a property directly with the owner instead of using a Agent.
Have you had any nightmare experiences renting a property here in pattaya?
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[@jeffreye7179]

Thanks for doing this video!! I always had a few questions I can't get answers to. 1. Do you need to pay the rent in cash (baht) every month. 2. Who do you make the payment to?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Get in touch mate, she will help you out for sure

[@jeffreye7179]

@@mikegray8776 Thanks so much for answering my questions. I appreciate your time. Any chance you would be interested in answering a few more? My retirement date is getting close. :o) Thanks Jeff...

[@jeffreye7179]

@@mikegray8776 Thanks Mike!! So I'm from the US. Not sure what country you are from. Hopefully these questions do not seem silly to you. What do you do about getting your taxes done? Are there reliable places in Pattaya that can do foreign taxes for expats? What about mail from your home country once you leave for Thailand? There are some institutions I deal with in the US that do not deal strictly in electronic delivery. On a completely different note... Can you cook and wash dishes with water from the sink or does it have to be bottled water all the time? Same for personal hygiene. Brushing teeth and such... Do you ever worry about identity theft. I have watched so many videos where people hand off their passports freely to agencies for visa renewals. Should I bring computer equipment from my home country or buy it in Pattaya? Is it safe to keep money in a Thai bank such as Bangkok bank or would you transfer money every month from your home country to pay your bills? Can the wifi provided by the Thai internet companies be trusted? ie: Nobody hacking into your wifi router stealing banking/emails passwords and such... Believe it or not but that's the stuff that has been on my mind. :o)

[@colinmacphee9146]

@@jeffreye7179 You can get a post office box cheaply You need professional advice about taxes as US citizens I believe have to pay tax to US, no otbed country requires this of its citizens

[@jeffreye7179]

@@mikegray8776 Hey Mike!!! I can't thank you enough for taking the time to answer my questions. It was extremely helpful and I will most certainly take your advice. :o)

[@tmb3131]

You neglected to mention the "5 Property Clause" which affects quite a lot of tenants and their respective deposit requirements. The 5 unit rule invokes a “contract-controlled business” title. I find that MOST Pattayan agencies are completely unaware of this or neglect to communicate it as they are working for the owners, not tenants. Here are the CURRENT rights you should have discussed: Lessee rights 1. A lessee has the right to terminate an agreement with just 30 days written notice. 2. A lessee has the right to ask for a non-Thai version of the rental agreement. 3. A lessee has the right to view a property inventory (this should be attached to the agreement) Landlord requirements 1. Landlords must give advanced notice of any property inspection. 2. Landlords can only request one-month’ rent in advance, and one-months’ rent as a deposit. 3. Landlords can only charge utilities at their cost value (I.e. they can’t add a profit margin to these fees). 4. Landlords cannot withhold a security deposit due to general property wear and tea. If a business operator fails to comply with these laws, they could be imprisoned and receive a fine of up to 100,000 Thai Baht. We hope this article has made these new laws clearer for both lessees and landlords.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers for sharing

[@keithd1219]

Trevor, Great, informative video. You really do have such an entertaining channel. Just wanted to throw some praise your way as I appreciate your content.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you very much that's very kind of you to say so

[@PembrokeshireBoyinThailand]

Thanks Trevor, answered a lot of questions mate, much appreciated

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Welcome mate

[@sabai111]

So I’m lucky… i got a monthly contract without any deposit & water + electricity is included 😊✅

[@Buzzinpattaya]

nice one

[@jeremiethomas8005]

Fantastic. Thank you!!! Perfect timing for me.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

welcome mate

[@jasonwillis4819]

Very good info - thanks for this. She was very clear and obviously speaks good English.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@R.S.407]

Thank you Trev and Boh this answered a few things I was curious about.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@tonybozi6501]

Thumbs up for this rental vlog. Glad you are always trying to help the farang community Trev!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@paulmurphy5648]

Hi Trev, thoroughly enjoyed this vlog, very interesting. Good luck on the Buzzin Lounge opening tomorrow...

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate much appreciated

[@shane0traveller451]

Great Video Trev, Answers so many questions on how to do this in Thailand!!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate much appreciated

[@stevebarclay3298]

Great video and info Trev!!👍👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@rogersmith9705]

When enlightenment meets entertainment. Your reassuring words put her at ease. Here's to a job well done.🍺

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@disillusionedidealist3446]

Great stuff, you proably saved a punter some serious headaches and losing money here

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@errollwaller8436]

Great stuff Trevor valuable information in there,for when we come over to retire.Finding the the balance in somewhere to live is the most important as I looked at Pratumnak which is a nice area,however it's on a hill so if you have a health condition it may cause you problems.We won't be using bikes or cars,so a bus route is very important. Thanks again .

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@danielalbanese6928]

Great info.... you're very patient Love watching your vids.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@BenjysLifeYT]

Already saved their website for when I move there. It's such an easy website to use and this has been a great video! Cheers

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Nice one wish you all the best

[@turbs2007]

Thank you

[@johnrobson4230]

She certainly seems to know her job! After watching this video I would 100% use this company! 👍🏻 really excellent and well informed video, respect!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@richardcyphers9529]

Great video and thanks for the info on renting or buying..😁👍📹

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate

[@michaelpratt3811]

Thanks for this video Trev very informative as I was thinking about a short term rental for 3 months from December to Feb 23/24 so it might be back to the drawing board for me

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha mate

[@MaximilianbytheSea]

So much sai sin! Great info, I'll be contacting Boh. Hoping she handles rentals and sales.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

All good

[@tuigpGraham]

This has helped me no end thanks Trev will be looking to use these

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Very welcome mate

[@paulsanger8147]

Very informative. Cornerstone Rep great job. English very good.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@davedavis7589]

well done Trev .... no mickey taking ...just nice preofessional informative chat ...

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate

[@nbarton8]

Very Helpful Informative Video Trev

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@PREPFORIT]

Thanks, Trev, This info will be very useful to me soon and I will remember Cornerstone.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate all the best

[@turbs2007]

Thanks

[@guygraf828]

Just have to mention that the sound was bad. Had to turn the volume to the MAX.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

me on loud, ouch, sorry mate

[@bigslick75093]

Volume was fine for me

[@cstaats]

Great video Trevor I am planing on where I am going to retire to and this is most helpful on my decision

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Nice one mate

[@onlyme2030]

Very informative Trev. I think many first timers like me want to find an upto 3 month rental, to check out the area and condo. Would be great to find a company who does that shorter term rental option!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@mattcass8640]

Very informative 👌

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate

[@larryross2458]

I'm surprised that the rental agency/agent doesn't subrogate the rental deposit. I realize that the onus is on the landlord to return the deposit promptly, but if they choose not to, what recourse does a foreigner truly have once the lease is up and they leave the country even with legal representation?

[@kirk1701]

Good question! In the video, she mentioned that they recommend a lawyer if there was a matter with the deposit. They talk about that around 15:08/15:09.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Too many long words for me lol

[@stevemahoney6493]

A very helpful vlog. Thank you.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers

[@benmanila]

Great stuff Trev.. 👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate much appreciated

[@StephenOshea]

great video lots of super information

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate

[@user-wz9wx9qz2c]

Great info

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate

[@keeno57]

One problem is, that the place you would like to rent, is offered by maybe 10 other real estate agents. So it might already been rented out, they will have to check if it is available. There should be a common database, that would have solved that problem. Another problem is, that you may find the place you like, at different prices with different real estate agents. When you rent the difference may be several thousand bath, but the worst is houses for sale, I saw one house last night, the difference between two agencies was a staggering 15 million bath.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotta be quick

[@passportmarc]

Agreed, how many times i talk to a realtor to find out the place is rented but see other agents posting it the next day unknowingly the place is rented

[@nevsart5884]

Great video, Trev. Is it possible and/or advisable to get the AC serviced prior to moving in, to check on condition etc and what would the ball park cost be? Also is there a platform/s for expats, to exchange experiences of condo blocks, owners and estate agents, so the good and bad can be identified?

[@nevsart5884]

@@mikegray8776 Cheers Mike, my thoughts exactly…………. Other than structure, AC is going to be the costly repair, knowing it’s condition before signing up, in my opinion, is a must.

[@nevsart5884]

@@mikegray8776 Oh in addition, a poorly maintained AC could easily result in higher electricity bills.

[@nevsart5884]

@@mikegray8776 Cheers Mate, I’m coming out in mid October, for a month, staying at Sands, with the intention of moving out permanently in two years. Obviously, I’m trying to get all my ducks in a row, in UK and Thailand, in the interim. Hopefully the more preparation I do the more enjoyable life I’ll have out there. Thanks again Mike!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I made sure it was all part of my contract before I moved in

[@turbs2007]

The A/C can be serviced when you move in, however our contract always states that the first service is the responsibility of the landlord

[@elnet1]

Great video! I stayed long term before, didn't know about this option. Ended up finding my own place through Craigslist, was in the middle of nowhere, no transport, was scammed out of the deposit. Like you said, the owner had an emergency and wasn't available on the last day, lol. I was flying out same day, so lost two months deposit.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Nice one mate thank you

[@davidclark4839]

Very helpful cheers Trev

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Welcome mate thanks

[@goyoy6433]

Great info. I was planning on talking to an agent this trip around, and this video just answered all my questions. Maybe I didn't hear, but did she say anything about paying the rent to her or sending it straight to the owner? Curious.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Best to get in touch mate to be sure

[@turbs2007]

Whatever works best for both

[@phxcamera]

Nice video Trevor thanks! Did I hear you mention 3000 baht at the end of the interview? Is the cost of their help to find a place?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

no charge mate

[@argonaut816]

I think she said the company has 3,000 properties on its books. If it works like the UK the agent typically takes 12.5% plus VAT, but insures your and the landlord's interests. Similarly if you use Agoda, Airbnb, they will take a cut, probably higher because it's short term.

[@donzauger]

Thanks for the video man! For shorter terms like 1-3 months, what you thinks better, maybe dealing with hotels? I see in BKK for low season, some average hotels were saving the top floor for monthly rent, that was way more convenient than advertised on the internet

[@njyaj09]

Ya i think the local style hotels are your best choice. Work not recommend an airbnb generally

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@turbs2007]

Hotels or try airbnb, or even Facebook groups, but only deal direct with owners in this case

[@MarkDurham52]

Hi Trevor love the channel & great advice….I’ve done the three week mad holidays many times but now looking to settle in Pattaya from September (few pints on an afternoon early evening more my style now with just the occasional crazy session) been retired in the uk for a year though at 52 still got plenty of go in me….the weather and girls are bonuses but looking for the expat community can you recommend bars and area’s frequented by expats as starting point….looking to build a good friend network as it’s a bit daunting heading out on your own. 😊

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate much appreciated

[@britishknight1534]

As I imagine that a lot of people aren't on retirement visas, student visas, or long stay visas is there not a risk to taking out 6-12 month rental leases? As visas tend to be about 30 days is there not the danger of trying to extend the visas that many times?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha

[@Rooneysham]

Great talk mate , wondering about buying a condo in payatta , what are the the do”s and donts of buying!!! Are you doing a video about this or any help ?thanks mate keep up the good work !

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate please contact Cornerstone Real Estate

[@turbs2007]

Hi. We covered that in a previous video with Buzzin. I think we will be re-visiting again soon too

[@clocktowerhill8760]

I'm currently using Cornerstone for a unit at The Axis. No issues and they've done a great job.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@turbs2007]

Thanks

[@razorwestham5949]

As usual Trevor great vlog and that company and lady I would definitely use feels very fair and comfortable with her to find something that would suit both parties and secure . You could throw in a look at condos now and then showing the ones that can be affordable and nice areas.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate much appreciated

[@rkgaustin9043]

Please get another microphone for interviews.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I had to unfortunately one didn't work and I wasn't in position to go back and get another one

[@macl4ren]

Very interesting thanks Trev. 🎤😀

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@1lime1000]

Great information ,,thanks 👍,, good to see common sense advice

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@gfs641]

i got my condo with them last month, very profession and thorough, the contract explained easily. i looked around on many FB sites and many times no reply when enquiring , answered my email within the hour, looked at a condo that afternoon, signed contract a couple days later i can recommend Corner Stone for any rentals

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us

[@turbs2007]

Thank you

[@jasonday996]

Chalk one up for another diverse chat Trev; well done :)

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@tomsmith8148]

Yes, been there , great spot, exceptional quality food, fantastic service, well done. Bit pricey for average expat or expat on the budget. I'm not the one, no complaints from me. Great vlog anyway, keep on going mate.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate much appreciated

[@sibua69]

Great video but your mic needs a little work keep up the good work thanks J

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@barrettmjohnson5972]

Thanks!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you very much mate, much appreciated

[@hfc6535]

Trev missed were their shop is . Don't think you put map up . Great video very informative. I'm looking at retiring over there later in year .

[@Buzzinpattaya]

It's opposite BIG C South Pattaya Road mate

[@turbs2007]

We're opposite Big C South Pattaya

[@kellali]

is this the name of the place you went to (Baan Sukhawadee) a few months back mate ?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

No mate

[@Rodderz1]

One of the bigger problems with renting anywhere in the world is noisy anti social neighbours. In most countries there are laws, rules and regulations to protect you from this, but not in Thailand. In my experience there's nothing you can do but move out to another place.

[@somluck2813]

That is why it better to get the percentage of owner occupied units and avoid condominium unit with a significant number of holiday rentals.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Absolutely

[@Ron-rk6iz]

I think any security amount should be paid in escrow, deposited at the agent instead. Getting your money back, yes or no, should be judged by the agent. What happens if the owner goes broke? ( for example ) If for any disputable reason, the owner refuses to pay you back the money, in Thailand there is no way to get it back or you have to pay higher amounts in legal fees.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@rogerparis]

Well done.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers

[@davidhallet9269]

You can tell she has a great heart. 👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Indeed

[@Majormichael821]

Did you forget your mic Trevor?? Not the best sound but good advice on this subject 👍😃😝

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Bloody thing packed up on me lol

[@TheOUboy]

Good Info

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@spacegreycoralred]

Why doesn’t Cornerstone just hold the deposit in Escrow?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

No idea

[@turbs2007]

IN most cases we do

[@mikemaver6471]

hi trev i thought there was a live stream today on the 1st june from new buzzin lounge

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Sunday mate

[@fruitloops3718]

Although she's protected herself in the possibility of damages, most of the time landlords don't repay the deposit. Sounds like a good deal at first until you throw in the deposit. Then air bnb looks a lot better. If you take an apartment with a deposit, make them earn that deposit. Don't clean a thing just pack your stuff and leave.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers

[@kennethmcgurn3830]

How much notice must you give before moving out? What if you say you need a new fridge and the owner says no, let is wheeze on?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

please ask her at Cornerstones

[@kennethmcgurn3830]

Sorry, those weren't questions for you, they were questions to add to your list of what to ask before signing a contract.

[@turbs2007]

Its in the contract. If afetr 14 days you can repair or replace and deduct from the next month rental

[@bensteel3944]

Who holds the deposit ... Is it the rental company or the landlord.... Thanks mate. It's certainly made me consider using cornerstone this year when I move out there.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Normally the rental company unless you go private

[@bensteel3944]

@@Buzzinpattaya .. I think that is a way better scenario than giving your deposit to someone you don't know.

[@malih3474]

how are you Trevor the real estate mentioned that now there is a high demand for rent, then the question is that why most of the condominiums 50% unoccupied ? kind regards

[@Buzzinpattaya]

am okay mate cheers, thanks and have a great day

[@USARAY1947]

Many condos are owned by Thais living in Bangkok who use the condos only on weekends or holidays.

[@turbs2007]

Because many are owned by the owner who may not live here. Lots owned by Bangkok Thai as long term investment and never visit year by year

[@JohnnyScratch]

as a foreigner are we allowed to buy a condo and rent it out?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Yes

[@jonhobson3592]

What is the electric ⚡️ government rate , is it standard across the country ? Water 💧 is so cheap , last month I paid 110b in Bangkok ! 😊

[@Buzzinpattaya]

haha my water is around 65B lol

[@jonhobson3592]

@@Buzzinpattaya wow 🤩. I’m happy though. The electric ⚡️ month was 1540.. still good compared with the stupid uk 🇬🇧 prices .. I hear some stories where it has gone up a lot recently .. I pay mine with the rent to the owner ..

[@somluck2813]

You need to look on your electricity bill. There are two electricity providers one for metropolitan areas and one for the provinces. The electricity rate has a rate, then an increase step rate depending on usage.

[@ralphlewis6773]

She mentioned checking the reading on the water and electric meters on a walkthru. What about things that a photo won't show such as does the cooktop work, garbage disposal if there is one, washing machine if there is one, dishwasher on the off change that there is one, a/c actually cool and not just the fan run and blow air, shower heater work? The list could go on. Also is their a grace period of report things that don't work that you forgot to check in your excitement? Something like 24, 48 or 72 hours?

[@ralphlewis6773]

@@mikegray8776 spot on. I wasn't saying not to take photos. I was referring to what to consider in addition to the photos. As always, buyer beware.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Check all that

[@turbs2007]

We would check (and encourage you) to turn on lights, cooker hoods etc plus we always do photographic inventory to record chips, scratches and any damage

[@Ian4444four]

Got to humpday without the hump 😃 😊, not sure if this is true for Trev and the pressures of the new Buzzin Lounge? 😉 😜 Good luck for tomorrow 👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

hahah cheers mate, hope to see ya

[@raymondturner9441]

Ran out of crisps last night couldn't challenge. Well played champ 🏆

[@Ian4444four]

@Raymond Turner Thanks Raymond. I look forward to Friday's challenge when you are re-stocked 😃

[@johnashworth2822]

Trev, absolutely spot on video, ( From my perspective at least). Looking to move to Pattaya about mid / late July. 1 month central, get my Visa and bearing sorted then long term rental Pratumnack / Jomtien area. I think Cornerstone will be my first stop, again real thanks for this video...I'll get you a beer. PS as said by others, the lady's sound fine...yours was not so good 😂

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Nice one mate have a safe travel across and look forward to meeting you when you get here

[@GrahamMelb]

Interesting video. Obviously the realestate agent is acting for landlords so take some of what she says with a pinch of salt.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

bit unfair mate, they have a fantastic reputation here and do go the extra mile

[@GrahamMelb]

@@Buzzinpattaya I’m sure they’re very nice I’m a renter myself and always have a good relationship with agents and landlords but the agents are working for the landlord. I’m not saying they are going to scam you but their job is to get the best deal for the landlord not you 😉. A bit of psychology and salesmanship…

[@hue008x]

Sorry if I missed it, but is there any kind of "rent control" in play?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Not sure what ya mean mate best to email Boh at Cornerstone

[@hue008x]

Can the owner of the property raise the current lease payments to whatever they want or are there government restrictions in place?

[@108tpNewphone-ki6jp]

No. You pay 3 months total.

[@davidsincity2549]

A sufficient vacancies rate keeps prices in check. Rent control is only called for when price pressure is high and moving bother is high.

[@alunedited4545]

the condo i rented only wanted a 2k baht deposit ... let them keep it for cleaning laundry and such have fun with the opening later this afternoon

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha mate thank you

[@hachimaru295]

wouldnt it be better/safer if c/stone held the deposit? How the pay elec /water youself or on montly rental bill with the agent

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Yeah I get ya

[@turbs2007]

Yes in most cases we will hold the deposit. The bills are almost always givernment so monthly bills can be paid at 7/11

[@colinmacphee9146]

Do Cornerstone charge a finders fee?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

No idea don't think so

[@turbs2007]

Free for tenant services

[@nojames101]

Great video there. Lots of good information however one question remains is it wise to get rental and liability insurance to cover my own loses? As a former manager I always carry a policy just to cover my ass just in case anything can go wrong.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Best to ask directly mate, email in description

[@pauliewalnuts7057]

If things go pear shaped and you smash the whole Condo in a full scale alcohol kill it all temper what happens then ?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Hmmm get ya wallet out

[@pauliewalnuts7057]

Id suspected that 😊

[@Tony-nn3gl]

Deposits are an issue worldwide; when I was renting, I always looked to get 50% back; if I got more to me, it was a bonus; that was my expectation.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha mate

[@rlmk836]

Hence why Malaysia (apologies) has Speedhome, as we have as landlords faced fleeing foreigners taking fridges, tv, everything to get his deposit before even moving out... I have decided not rent out except through a platform where insurance comes to play and tenants are screened

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha mate thank you for sharing

[@jimthefinger7391]

I love the Triangle bar is it still going?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

yes mate

[@jimthefinger7391]

Cool I'll be sipping beer in there and scuba diving in 6 weeks can't wait. Great channel.

[@jimthefinger7391]

With Bruno and 1 leg Graham

[@tchalla9917]

The audio is not good on this video

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Sorry

[@joestory1]

When she says she has 3000 Properties.. What She means is that they are Connected with Other Renters and Freelance Rental Agents as a Group.. Meaning that Profits from the rental will go to 3 People in Total ie Corner Stone, Freelance Agent / Other Agency and the Owner !

[@Buzzinpattaya]

At the end of the day as long as whatever is you rent works for you it doesn't matter what they do with their own commission

[@turbs2007]

No we are Cornerstone Real Estate and deal directly with owner. We don't work with freelance

[@u982245]

I got scammed by a freelance agent, cause used another agent who used another one, and the last one stole all my money, so never every use anything else than a proper agency ! I'm very happy with gecko properties.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I'm sorry that that happened to you

[@u982245]

@@Buzzinpattaya yea me too, lost 50k (baht)

[@turbs2007]

Yes working with freelance is a huge risk. Here today, gone tomorrow. We have fully employed staff and experience since 2005

[@yakfarang8366]

What is the fee structure for Cornerstone services?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Please email directly

[@turbs2007]

Free for tenant services

[@georgeoshust793]

How much do you have to pay CORNERSTONE once you find a condo to rent?

[@petek5523]

Probably a finder’s fee of maybe 5%+ based on a year?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

??? Nothing

[@robertflockhart7395]

Agent usually gets the first month's rent

[@turbs2007]

Free for tenant services

[@ingwisingwis8336]

Thank you for this informative video. Boh is doing a really great job.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@markanderson5343]

How much does Cornerstone Charge for their services???

[@Buzzinpattaya]

No idea mate, I don't think you pay anything it's the property owners that are charged

[@markanderson5343]

@@Buzzinpattaya if this is the case, it's a no Brainer to want to use them

[@turbs2007]

For the tenant it is free of charge

[@terrydelve4988]

My question is , if i see a place online, but im not going to be there for a few months , can i still pay the deposit so its reserved for me , when i arrive, or will it be occupied by someone when i get , leaving me without the place i paid for. I hope this makes sense what im asking

[@Buzzinpattaya]

To be honest that is a very risky scenario and one that I wouldn't do myself and also if you're going to be away for a few months you'll be expected to pay the rent each month as well even though you're not there

[@turbs2007]

We would always keep in touch and only get into deposits within 3-4 weeks before your arrival. I agree the chance of an owner holding their place for 2-3 months for anyone is not likely

[@michaelocallaghan4731]

If you find a motel or hotel and decide to stay there long term do you pay a deposit?

[@vaughnbode1420]

I rented a hotel room at Cottys, just up Soi Excite from Triangle Bar, and had to pre-pay a deposit that would mostly cover water and power (not included in the rent).

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Not sure on that to be fair

[@michaelocallaghan4731]

Sounds logical

[@michaelocallaghan4731]

@@vaughnbode1420 thanks for the reply

[@ferney2936]

Yes. I've paid a month's rent in advance & a month's rent as deposit but there's no stated contract term, just month-to-month

[@thebinger123]

Excellent video so much information and really helpful to people thinking of living or long term stay don’t forget people real estate offices everywhere in thailand so not just pattaya if you like somewhere else maybe stay in hotel for a couple of weeks in the area you’re thinking of staying and check everything out before committing anyway thank you for another great video 👍🙏🏻

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you mate much appreciated glad you enjoyed the video

[@USARAY1947]

I've been using a realtor for many years when renting condos around Pattaya. A good realtor is worth their few extra baht fee for your time, money and headaches avoided.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Absolutely

[@ferney2936]

thank you for that opinion, I was undecided whether they're worth it but now I'll go with a realtor

[@sabai111]

Bad sound quality today

[@Buzzinpattaya]

hmmm, listened back and was ok mate

[@sabai111]

@@Buzzinpattaya you both should use a microphone

[@poonlikka6174]

Tremendous Trev doesn`t worry about renting. He has a bevy of beauties who pay him to "stay" at their places. Strange thing though,he always leaves their flats exhausted,and with a smile on his face. Curiouser and curiouser.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Haha now now mate

[@dukeshooter6993]

horrible sound mate

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Sorry mate

[@MrPeter924]

Great video great audio great interview. Thailand

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers mate

[@timothylumley6077]

They just tell you what you want to here! Off screen it all changes! Except it or have headaches!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Lol you are funny