We bought a new Home in Hua Hin, Thailand

[@MrSafetyForever]

What a genuinely beautiful home! Thank you for allocating the time to create such a informative video! Take Care

[@kimberleyssandbox]

We are here and glad to assist... we know moving abroad can be quite scary to some... it doesn't have to be!

[@Jazzmaster71]

You are a good looking woman. The years has been good to you. Good luck with your new house.

[@jtrader1251]

Great choice. in April I'll be visiting the area for my own purchase

[@kathleenkalt3852]

Your home is beautiful. My husband and I are returning to Thailand for a long visit soon so we can check out different areas. We were interested in Hua Hin, but then saw that there was a water shortage in the region. There is risk to renting because the landlords can always raise the rent, so buying a home and leasing the land can be more affordable in the long run. We'll be open to different options.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

The water shortage was for about 3 months over the summer. We weren't affected as we live south of Hua Hin :)

[@EBi_1]

Wow, this is the possibility to purchase a home in TH I was looking for. Thanks 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for sharing!! Have a blessed time in your home! The best wishes for you both from Hin Lek Fai, EBi 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@samdavies7665]

Looks fantastic. Congratulations to you and Dave. Thanks for sharing this valuable information.

[@felipe9941]

Iv just left Thailand after a 3 month first visit trip .Iv recently retired at 65. I went to all the main areas from Chaing Mai to Phuket. I went to Hua Hin last stop a few weeks ago and it was my favourite place for long term living. Yes Chaing Mai is also wonderful as are so many areas in Thailand but I really enjoyed the vibe and people in Hua Hin its got everything that really suited me and good transport options and so many facilities and services. Its a great choice as a base and then you can travel from there. So happy for you both its a lovely home and thank you so much for sharing and openly showing your house. Iv been back in the UK just 3 days and Im missing Thailand already ha! I intend to return to Hua Hin again soon as my first area choice. Everyone is different we all have our own views and opinions on things but I never see the point of negative opinions towards someone elses life choices.. like you say its what fits you..and this fits you so well ..have a wonderful time in your new home and I wish you both and your lovely dog all the very best ❤ Philip UK ...subscribed and look forward to seeing you home again and follow your channel :)

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you for supporting my channel and glad you enjoyed your trip to Thailand!!! Hua Hin was by far the perfect place for us to hang our hats. Next trip from here will likely be to Japan :)

[@Walt-ck5qn]

I like your informal, casual personalized narrative style; don't discredit yourself; you're doing fine!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thanks for that!!! It's not easy... I feel so awkward sometimes 😅

[@bensteel3944]

You can get a window film that cuts down on the heat. I think it's worth looking into.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Done :)

[@philsummers579]

Next to the pool, where the sun comes into the windows. May I suggest a pergola, it will be somewhere to sit outside next to the pool in the shade and help to keep the sun off those windows.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

I agree Phil!!! We want to extend the roof cover for sure!!!

[@Walt-ck5qn]

First time on your vlog and subscribed! You should invest in tinting your windows and doors in the rear of your house; would help tremendously with keeping down the heat. Good strategy in choosing a home that is so practical and efficient in size. WOW! Great price for what you have! Seems that you and Dave did your research and due diligence. I concur and applaud your efforts.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you for watching and subscribing!!! We did just that!!! The tinting has made a huge difference!!!

[@gunmabike3643]

So grateful for all the info you both share. You are great on camera Kimberley and you're beautiful. Dave is cool too :)

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Awe!!! Thank you so much!!!! Thanks for watching and supporting our channels 😀

[@billyjohnson9166]

It’s always nice to have a home base. Very nice home simple but beautiful. My wife and I love Hua Hin. We live in the Philippines.

[@mattsmith7890]

Hello and congratulations Kimberly and Dave on the new villa. I just found your channel and love it. Great job on the video and description of the cost of living, prices and places in the area to furnish your beautiful new villa. Welcome to the community. We (Thai wife, son and I) have been visiting this area about 15 years and my father lives near this development. In December, we thought about buying a place like yours in this same community while we build our house this year, but didn't pull the trigger because I had to come back to the states to finish up my career. We rent a place in the area, bought land by the "Barn" (last year) and will be moving from California back to the rental in this area April 1, 2024 (I just retired). I will keep my eyes out for you at the 7/11 or market to say hello. I would like to chat with you or Dave sometime before we return, but I am not sure how to message you or Dave other than on the comments here. Keep up the great work. Warm regards, Matt

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello Matt! Nice to meet a neighbor! You are free to email me at [e-mail]... I do have line and whatsapp... once I hear from u I will send over my QR info 😀 Dave will be around the beginning of May so we can plan a lunch or supper to meet. Always nice to make new friends!

[@mikehunt5637]

Thank you for explaining the leasing of the land in conjunction with the purchase of the home. I knew that foreigners couldn't own land so I was uncertain as to how one could purchase a home.

[@REALenvizible]

Thank you for providing information on your beautiful home. I visited Thailand and considered purchasing a home there as well. However, I did not like the fact that foreigners could not own land. However, the information you provided makes me have seconds thoughts. Thanks!

[@Wesna269]

This is the first vlog that I watched from you. I like the way you talk in the video and how you shared the information. I think you are very personable. I know Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam fairly well but have not been back since 2015. I could enjoy living in any one of those countries.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you so very much for watching my vlog and for joining me!!! Dave and I have been traveling all around Asia exploring... one of our favorite places was Vietnam and we are planning to get back there soon!!!

[@Wesna269]

@@kimberleyssandbox I have spent most of my time in Southern Vietnam. My base city was Rach Gia but I have rode a motorbike to most of the big Southern cities from Rach Gia. I even led a caravan to Cambodia once. Someone needed to lead the Vietnamese across the border into Cambodia. That was one of my best adventures.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@Wesna269 I bet!!! We can't wait to return to Nha Trang... such a great vibe in that city!!!

[@tonystephenson500]

Your house is beautiful and those views, just WOW! Enjoy the wonderful life you have and good wishes for your future.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you... we are trying to keep it simple!!!

[@viperbaron1]

Fantastic video that breaks down the costs and processes of home "ownership" in Thailand. This is the kind of house that I'll be looking for. I'm in the process of selling my house here in the US now, but no one is buying. I'll be traveling to Thailand to evaluate Hua Hin, Jomtien/Pattaya and Chiang Mai as possible locations for retirement. What are the community association costs? Can you do up a video on other aspects of retiring to Thailand, such as how to buy a car, get car insurance, get a Thai drivers license, retirement visas, banking and so on? Thanks for sharing!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Wow!!! I'll do what I can to assist... keep watching for more videos... I'll explain more to you :)

[@rimzalia1362]

Consider installing UV+IRR+VLT reduction film to those large sliding windows. It will help you save some Air Con bills

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Good thought!!!

[@alias7859]

My old landlord installed the film on windows and glass doors (townhouse in California) and it helped tremendously. It blocked out about 70%. It's nice to see that you didn't bring the states' standard to Thailand and found a nice place at that price. I was born in Thailand and my family used to live in Pattaya in the late 60's. I am close to retiring in a few years and will move back to Thailand. Not sure in Chiang Mai or maybe Hua Hin. Not sure if renting or not, will see. Congrats.

[@The_Good_Life_starts_today]

Using the film in combination with see thru shades is the best solution.

[@propellerhead2000]

Maybe 4 or 8 mil security film too.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Not sure what you mean... 🤔

[@alwaysplusone]

Thank you for this very informative video. I had almost given up on the idea of purchasing a villa, but now I am back on that line of thinking. We will be retiring there in Hua Hin in 3 years. Headed there this February to spend a month checking the area out.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Reach out when you arrive!!! Drive around... really get to know the area... think about your interests and what's important to you :)

[@scotthai62]

@@kimberleyssandbox I thought foreigners could not buy property in Thailand unless bought through a Company and must have 51% Thai ownership....please advise.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@@scotthai62 please watch the entire video... I do explain this

[@ELCEV]

That's a wonderful choice Kim. You can't even buy a new camper van in America for that kind of money. I love the idea of having your own property and a small place for your dog. Do you find it difficult to find a good dog sitter when you travel?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello!!! We actually have a wonderful friend that watches her and I have a good kennel just ten mins away that we use that I trust. There is only one condo complex that I know of in Hua Hin that allows small pets. If you own a pet, a house to rent or purchase is really your only option with bigger animals. Zoey is about 50 pounds (medium sized pup). :)

[@supot2523]

@@kimberleyssandbox Black Mountain Golf Condos also seem to allow pets.

[@randyirvine5858]

Hi. New sub. Happy New Year. Congrats on your new home, looks great. I think a small home is all you need in Thailand. There is too much to see & do. Enjoy. Safe travels🙏

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you, Randy!!! Thailand is truly an amazing place... I just love the culture and the food!!!!

[@peterneal2185]

The water's bills always comes in front of the house and hands the bill to us. My hometown is in Khonkaen and we get at the end of the month like 100 baht or a little more..:)

[@Martyslife]

Thanks Kim. Happy to see you find a villa and getting settled. I’m right behind ya

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Life is good Marty!!!

[@billfitch7800]

Thanks for showing your home, it’s beautiful really enjoyed hearing the cost of things.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you for sharing in on our retirement journey!!! Are you thinking about retirement in Thailand?

[@billfitch7800]

I would love to but my wife is against it, but a long vacation may be doable in the future. We’re both retired at 68 & 66 years old. We both love watching you and your husbands videos by far our favorites in Thailand.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@billfitch7800 I completely understand... retirement abroad definitely isn't for everyone! I'm glad you enjoy our videos. We have some fun stuff coming!!! Dave will be back around May 9

[@Vonsat]

It sounds like you have the ideal life😍 I am Asian and I've always dreamed of maybe purchasing a little place in Venice, Italy or somewhere in the UK so I can spend half a year there and half a year in Asia. It's always great to watch videos of like-minded people who actually go out and live their dream. Thanks for the inspiration😄 And bless you for adopting that cute little doggo💗

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thanks so much for watching and joining me!!! Anything is possible... we started planning this life back in 2015... it took us until 2021 to make it happen! Determined and we had a plan we stuck to! You can do it!

[@Vonsat]

@@kimberleyssandbox Thanks! I think I'll start by renting long term and see how it goes😃

[@pjcline8878]

Well done video. I appreciate your valuable content and easy-to-follow organization!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Xoxo

[@JozieY1]

My husband and I are moving to Hua Hin in 2 months. We visited jomtien, pattaya and hua hin in March and April. Hua Hin was our favorite! We plan to rent first and then decide after a year to buy or continue to rent. Your video made some points for us to consider. 😊

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@@JozieY1 glad you found it helpful! Reach out if you need anything!

[@JozieY1]

@@kimberleyssandbox Thank you! 😊

[@sandro63]

Your video came up as I was browsing and am glad it did. I am planning on coming to live in Hua Hin and found this interesting. Congratulations for your beautiful home and thanks for sharing. Never heard anyone mentioning that you can get around the buying thing through a lease, that's a game changer. Keep it up and thanks for sharing, subscribed 👍 PS maybe I will get to ask you for the lawyer that you used when I'm there 👌

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@sandro63 glad to have you!!! I have another video on retirement and relocating... all the contacts for lawyer and a good agent are in the description... I hope you find it helpful!!! Perhaps I'll meet you at some point when you arrive!!! Reach out anytime with questions :)

[@30AndAWakeUp]

This is great stuff! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@kimberleyssandbox]

You're welcome!!! Glad you joined us!!

[@lisabouchard584]

Beautiful villa Kim!! So envious!!❤ Looking to get to Hua Hin in December!!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you!!! You are going to live Hua Hin!!!

[@jcclassybro9426]

Congratulations to you both....May you both enjoy your new Home in Thailand, beautiful choice indeed...considering myself to move there also....not sure yet which location exactly not sure, but I'm coming there and gonna check out Saigon or Bangkok for 1 month and hopefully i make a decision....Again God Bless you Both....Amen

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you!!! We wish you the best in your home search and travels!!! Thailand has so much to offer... we love Bangkok and frequently visit!!!

[@Victory_365]

OMG you are about to change My Life. Thank you for the details. I was so excited for your New Home, congratulations to you and Dave. 🎉 Questions: Which realtor and attorney helped you with this transaction? Did I hear you say a 30 yr loan? Is there a mortgage involved? Most importantly, how far is the beach? ⛱️ Thank you in advance. 😀

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello! We used Piti at Expat pro... [e-mail]. The realtor was Christian Radzio [e-mail] We bought cash... not sure if they do loans for foreigners here in Thailand. We are about 5 miles from the beach :)

[@aqueenslander]

Thank you Kimberley. No only was the information useful to me but was presented in a very professional manner. You may not "feel" comfortable on camera but it certainly didn't show. You covered most aspects of home ownership versus renting and as I plan on relocating to Hua Hin in the not too distant future I have been researching this very subject. I am in retirement now and with a solid monthly income which can amply fund a decent rental, my thoughts are that perhaps have my bulk money deposited in a term account gaining interest to fund further exploration of the Asian countries which are adjacent. I am not sure how the Thai banking system works but if the local interest rate is not so good, the money I have can always accrue interest in Australia. I guess I am looking for the best of both worlds. I was also interested to know that development of the Hua Hin is still happening. I was wondering if perhaps the house building had begun to die down.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello and thank you for watching and sharing your situation with me. The development will soon begin phase 2 and is expanding 😀 We love the area... a good fit for us. I would keep money probably in an account in your home country and then transfer in funds through Wise to an account here as needed. We paid off our home in the USA and rent it... it is like a savings account for us and helps to support us until we hit 65 or so and collect social security. My spouse is also still working in the states... it will be a bit before he fully retires. ;) Renting is ideal if you want to spend lots of time traveling. We still travel a lot but I really needed a home base.

[@aqueenslander]

@@kimberleyssandbox Thanks for your response Kimberley. Good advice re banking. I was reading about some of the difficulties with opening a bank account in Thailand as a foreigner, I even understand that they have two levels of term deposit interest for locals as opposed to expats! Guess who gets the prickly end of the pineapple!! Rates are still good in Oz so I will do as you suggest. They have been negative for so long it is good to get some return and not the banks making obscene profits. If you can share the name of the builder or agent when Stage 2 commences and your excellent lawyer who handled your purchase that would be great. I am beginning to stock pile info for the future. Again many thanks. I have subscribed to your channel so will look out for any future videos.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@aqueenslander take a look at the description in my recent video...it has lawyer info and email listed - also the development is called Khemanatra. I have floor plans etc. and can forward to you via email :) if you provide that to me... kzbin.info/aero/PL3E-F5bAV1dSgSNZiN5LMLQ99S5BqiBgS&si=WS-j0sav7mXbzF_a

[@srw1857]

Beautiful house. If you ever want to have a safe to store valuable things while you are going to places, please let me know. In fact, my staff will be delivering one straight from the factory to a house in Hua Hin this weekend. Anyway, enjoy your new house.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Do they do installation?

[@srw1857]

If you mean just put the safe in place, yes. If you want to fix it on the floor, then there will be a small service charge.

[@AbroadInThailand]

Congratulations on your new home! 🎉🎉 Watching this video from Koh Samui.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Yay! Thank you! I loved Samui... but here I feel a bit less claustrophobic ;)

[@AbroadInThailand]

@@kimberleyssandbox Yes I understand and don't blame you. Gotta go where you are most happy. Hua Hin looks nice!

[@sophianguyen6602]

congrats on your home! house in vietnam and going to see it in a few weeks!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Congratulations to you as well!!!

[@nikrupe9162]

Great video!!! Thank you for the info 😊

[@kimberleyssandbox]

You are so welcome!

[@faronrobinson1589]

You should have your sliding glass doors/windows tinted it will make a big difference in the heat. Cheers!

[@Marek_Cali]

Great price. i am also thinking about buying house in Hua Hin.

[@golfspeed5559]

Congratulations well done. Hope to join Hua Hin community soon

[@Oggiwara1]

Thanks for sharing. I would love to see the prices you mentioning in Thai Bath also. That would be very helpful to us not coming from the USA. But I think you got a fair price on the house with the lease contract. Many studio apartments and 1 Bedroom condo units goes for the same price and up in most cities.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

3.5 million baht at the time of our purchase back in September 2023

[@Rusty_Hill]

So happy for you guys! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@jampasurprenant1794]

Thank you lady for the explanation on your house and I wonder With the new Thai tax laws were this a fact you I myself have been thinking about moving to Thailand about 10 years ago and still cannot Thailand it changed from Visa to a new tax laws. I don't want to be double paying taxes.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Most of us cannot see how they would even enforce this...

[@miker7233]

I lived in Bangkok for three years. I rented a condo at that time. A little over a year ago I moved back to the USA. If I move back to Thailand I would probably move to Hua Hin. I visited Hua Hin twice. I preferred it over Bangkok. What you basically have to keep in mind. Is that non Thai citizens cannot own land. Here in the USA there are similar forms of ownership. I believe it’s referred as land lease. It’s up to the individual what type of purchase they are comfortable with. Or if they even decide to just rent. Your home is very nice. Don’t complain too much about your kitchen lol. At least you have an oven. Not many kitchens in Thailand do. I believe it’s referred to as a European type kitchen there.

[@exploring_thailand]

Very helpful video, thanks. 12:56 I don't quite follow how a Thai would own the land outright. I'd have thought the person who leased you the land is the owner of the land. I don't follow how you could sell it to someone else.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

It's definitely too detailed to explain here and I'm clearly not all knowledgeable on this to answer...

[@exploring_thailand]

@@kimberleyssandbox Sure. Thanks for the video, it was very useful.👍

[@williammit1332]

Very nice,I like you, want to own my residence, I bought six years ago in Jomtein. I did the company route, I think you made a good decision to do the lease.

[@MarkJones-ji8fd]

Hello, thanks for the video, just seen it. What is the name of your development and are there many units left/being built? I'm currently in Bulgaria but winters are fierce here and I'm thinking of relocating, certainly for winter - not as young as I used to be!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hi Mark... yes, they are building here in Khemanatra Development. :)

[@MarkJones-ji8fd]

@@kimberleyssandbox thanks for replying, are they around the same price or have they gone up?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@@MarkJones-ji8fd around the same... 2 and 3 bedroom villas :)

[@coryjackson3131]

Congratulations on your home . Hopefully you are doing a Thai will through a local lawyer as wills from the US are not recognized in Thailand. We had to do a Thai will to protect assets in Thailand. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Yes!!! We are on it!!!

[@michsand]

Hi Kimberley, thank you for your channel. Your new home is lovely. We are considering a move to Thailand when my husband retires this coming Dec. We will have to also bring our dog from Australia. I have looked into it and it can be done although it does give me anxiety thinking of my poor girl travelling all that way. I found your purchase interesting as we only have considered renting but would prefer a house with a dog. One question who looks after your dog when you travel? that is one thing that has concerned us.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello!!! Thank you so much for watching! I actually did a dog import video series a few years ago when I brought my old dog from the USA. You can find the series if you search dog import under my videos. My dog did amazingly well (we did use medication). How old is your pup? Ours was 9 at the time of travel. I have a few options for dog care. I have a border place I have used several times within 10 minutes of my home called Pet Time - they have air-conditioned kennels and a vet/hospital on site. I also have an amazing friend that watched my dog at my home for 2 months while I was in the USA. There are others in the expat groups that are also willing to dog sit.

[@michsand]

@@kimberleyssandbox Hi yes I did watch your import video thank you. My Billie girl is almost 13 she is a anxious shih tzu cross rescue we got when she was 2. We would most likely not need to board we have never left her in a one have always used family or a house sitter. So would hopefully use a house sitter there as well if needed or travel with her within Thailand. We have been multiple times.

[@tootory9506]

Thanks for sharing your home, it's beautiful! I wish you success and longevity with no mishaps . I am interested in buying in that area, I'm curious how things turn out it looks like the builders try to cram as many houses on a Plot of land as they can... and maybe they build them very quick and cheap - I'm worried about the foundation and the concrete surrounding the pool rim. It looks like that concrete will crack very easily .. I'm also worried about how the house is settling in the heat and heavy Rains, how they will endure ...

[@kimberleyssandbox]

No problems this year :)

[@ozzie444]

Very nice. I'd be very interested in something like this. Can you provide more info on the exact location around Hua Hin, the company in charge of the development, etc., etc.?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello! This video should answer some of your questions.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXS3fYaOlqx0d9k

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Khemanatra Development in Wang Phong... it should map the area for you :)

[@ozzie444]

@@kimberleyssandbox Thank you

[@o0somic0o]

Beautiful - cant wait to see it with some trees!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Me too!!!!

[@andrewg.397]

Congratulations We moved recently to Hua Hin with our dog I was wondering what you do with your dog when you go away So far we have been unable to find proper pet sitters Thanks for your time

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello!!! We board her at Pet Time located south on Phetkasem road... it's Air-conditioned, kennels are private, exercise in the yard 2x a day, they have on-site veterinarian and hospital. Fee per night is based on the weight of your animal. We love the people there... very nice and caring!!!

[@thirstyworks1465]

Cue little fridge? that is huge by UK standards.. great vid

[@traceanthony]

Looks fantastic. I think 'lifestyle real estate' is overlooked. Even in USA, no one actually 'owns' their home...they lease it from the govt w/ high property tax. RE is also a terrible investment (unless it's prime RE like Palm Beach, Manhattan, etc). Houses deteriorate over time. They don't go 'up' in value. They just measure the currency getting weaker. Renting is much better but a pain in the ass to move all the time. Having one or two 'lifestyle homes' like this is ideal. Have a place to put all your stuff and can decorate it how you see fit. Enjoy it. Use it. Houses are consumable goods, not investments.

[@Doug-zl8nb]

Awesome thank you so much I hope to get there one day maybe december😊😊😊

[@chrischristofis8501]

Great vlog, thank you for sharing your experience, im considering the same deal, am in two minds long term rent or buy 🤔

[@kimberleyssandbox]

It's a tough decision... see a good lawyer if you choose to buy!

[@CryptoSimplifiedTutorials]

Nice! I have same lawyer! Just bought a property as well. Your place is amazing BTW

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you!!! Yes, Piti... he's great!!!

[@LamNguyen-qb4ic]

Thank you for this video. It’s so cheap price compare to California properties. I am planning to retire in Thailand this year. 52 yrs should eligible to get retirement Visa in Thailand. Good luck to you.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

California property is outrageous... our son lives there and getting a break on his rent as the in-laws own the condo. Gas prices, the traffic... CA has its challenges!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Yes... visa starts at 50 :)

[@LamNguyen-qb4ic]

I agreed with you 100%. No one can afford to live in CA any more and crimes are increasing every day. I am try to wrap things up and hitting to Asian this year. Hopefully will be landing in Thailand for a year or so.

[@philsummers579]

Great informative video, thanks for putting this one up.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deanbenson9322]

Hi! Congratulations on your new home! I’m moving to Hua Hin in June of 2025! I think you have a car, but perhaps if you know, approximately what a Grab (taxi not motorbike), would cost to let’s say Cicada market. Or Blu-Port mall? What is an approximate travel time from your new home? Thanks in advance! Enjoy! Dean

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hi Dean... that would be about 20 mins from here... between 100-200 baht depending on day of week and time of day

[@scottjohnson921]

Great video. Super informative!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Glad I can be of help!!!

[@TimK2646]

Thank you. I think the regulations keep on changing and then everything becomes so confusing. My apologies for the blunt question but how much "taxed" income must I bring in from pensions to enjoy your life?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

You can do your retirement visa a few ways to show income... have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account for at least 3 months prior to application. You can also show pension income or invest in a property here with a specific amount. There are longer term options with specific requirements. I don't recall the details of the other visas, as I just have the minimum amount in an account here for mine. Mine is a renewable 1 year visa... renews in June each year. At first, I needed a visa agent to assist with bank account setup and obtaining the visa, but this year, I managed to renew my own visa all by myself :)

[@TimK2646]

@@kimberleyssandbox Amazing facts - many thanks

[@grantterry5921]

Ive not been to hua hin, but i like the look if it, and il be 50 this year, looking to get away from uk asap, did i hear you right your villa was 100k inc 30 yr lease, seems like a bargain for what you get, best of luck

[@kimberleyssandbox]

You did hear me correctly :)

[@matthewgreen9062]

Lovely place Kim , Hua hin brilliant ❤🙏🏻

[@JayXpat]

Hey Kim, your home looks lovely! My fiance' and I are looking to move to Thailand within the next year or 2. Question: Do you feel that home prices remain fairly stable there? Thanks so much, Jay🤗

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hi Jay!!! Thanks for watching and supporting my channel! I would say you can find something for rent or purchase for most budgets. I have a friend renting a one bedroom condo for $350 usd a month. Home purchase price depends on area, amenities, and size of home. I would say prices have been rather stable the last few years here :)

[@JayXpat]

@@kimberleyssandbox Thanks SO much for the info./reply Kim! Look forward to your videos. Namaste 🤗 ~Jay

[@RS997]

Hi Kim, just found your channel. Lovely place for a very reasonable price! The style and dipping pool, car park and so on are great! Is this place on a “park” with monthly cost and may I ask where it is located in Hua Hin? We are also looking to buy another home and alway’s see those house around 200 - 250K $ on parks with monthly cost around 150-200$ which we don’t want to spend. This would be great!! Many thanks in advance.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@RS997 hello! We have no monthly fee by the community but we do have our own property maintenance for pool and garden services. Google Khemanatra Development hua hin... it should map u to the location. We are 20-25 mins from town center :)

[@RS997]

@@kimberleyssandbox Many thanks for sharing. Excellent as pool and garden services are fine as we also don’t want to be doing these ourselves 😇. Have a look right away and will follow the channel. Enjoy your villa which you will be.

[@dangerzone9747]

I'm gonna have to join you guys in Thailand. Cost of living is out of control back in the states.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Agree... it's partly why we are here. Working to 65 and retirement would not be nearly as comfortable for us as it is now. We want to retire earlier and live well. Many people pass away by mid 70s so you literally only get 10 years of retirement whereas here, I can retire for longer and still physically be able to do things I've always wanted to do. Dave will retire soon... just a few more years for him :)

[@simonyee5524]

Greetings from Malaysia. I'm Simon. Very nice villa you got there. and very cheap too compared to Kuala Lumpur or Subang Jaya (the suburb I'm in) price. Wow your water bill is low considering you have a pool. Well in Hua Hin there are many KZbinrs there. Jonny There's Something Happening is quite famous in Hua Hin. Maybe you can meet up with him and the rest of the community.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Would love to meet other youtubers!!! I have met Tracey and Ray with "Third Thai's a Charm"... wonderful people!!!

[@kobysroadtripandadventure7759]

Have you thought of moving to Malaysia? Penang or KL? thanks.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

We have visited Malaysia and loved that there's no language barrier there. The people were super nice too. I did feel like I would have to change a lot regarding how I dress. It is a very conservative country, but it is difficult for me to adapt to that since I am a westerner.

[@peterschenck4324]

Thank you very much for doing this video. Very educational. I really like your place. Can you tell me the name of the development and are they building more villas just like yours. Thank you.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Yes... Khemanatra Development :) if interested, I can send you floor plans etc... you can email me and I'll be glad to forward!

[@peterschenck4324]

Thanks for the information Kimberly. Does the developer have a large area of land in that location that he’s going to expand on in the future.?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

There is a whole new section of land behind us that the developer will be building on in the future

[@thebigw3377]

Kim are you aware if any of those villas are currently available for sale ?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

He is completing some now and planning to develop another section of land behind us :)

[@thebigw3377]

Ok great- do you have a contact for the sales office?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

He is available by LINE or you can message him through fb page for Khemanatra Development... he will likely defer you back to me to assist with floor plans etc

[@matteozito4810]

Thanks for your advice

[@adventurefreaksss]

Thank you for this info!

[@johnmooney593]

The purchase/lease is a bit confusing ( well before your video lol ), I keep going back and forth. If you don't mind, what do you think your house would rent for? Something that size would be perfect for me and my 2 fur babies!!!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Probably around $800 a month...

[@petertaggart44]

Thanks for the info Kim peace n love good luck 👍

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you!!! Will post an update soon!!!

[@tc-cf3hv]

10:57 do you have a video going into your comment about "....moving about every 8 months" ..??

[@kimberleyssandbox]

I have a video for when I moved from Samui to Hua Hin :)

[@tc-cf3hv]

@@kimberleyssandbox ok great, ill watch! appreciate you replying :)

[@desmcleod2604]

Thanks kim just found your channel already subscribe to dave s Great information since seeing you on Dave’s channel Been looking at this place on utube looks lovely good spot we put are home on market the other week and hopping to come look at HH very soon to check out Like that it’s semi rual Will have to binge your videos on HH Keep up the great work

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thanks so much for joining me here... reach out anytime with questions!!!

[@johnmellyn2700]

I noticed on Dave’s last video that your windows are all tinted now, can I ask what your thoughts on having that done are ? … was it expensive, is it worth it,.. etc . ( my brother bought a condo in Phuket and he’s thinking of doing it )…. Thanks !

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Hello John... I think it was well worth it. Cut down a lot of the heat entering our home and it will also protect furniture and flooring inside. It was I think around 23,000 baht for the high quality one (they have different levels of protection) for all the sliders.

[@johnmellyn2700]

@@kimberleyssandbox thank you for your response… new subscriber !

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@johnmellyn2700 excellent thank you for your support!!!

[@KrayPurn]

Congrats!!! I as an American am seriously, seriously considering doing the same. And at age 56 do I really care what happens after I am gone, and if I am lucky enough to live for another 30 years which would make me 86 years old, I probably will care even less. I simply do not want to deal with the rental thing every month. Plus, rental prices are not going to decrease in the future.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Exactly!!!! Things are tough in the USA. People are being worked to death :(

[@earpralinesdifferentsounds1027]

Thank you Kim, very informative video......and a nice House too

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@royroy7814]

Great info. I was wondering about the selling process. Ive seen tons of videos about owning homes in Thailand and youre the only one who mentioned selling to a thai national. Sounds like you found a good lawyer. I know currently the land is seperate from the house title. How are they murged if swlling to a Thai national? Is that done prior to closing, or are they making 2 seperate purchases?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

That's a great question... I'll ask our lawyer!!!!

[@topgammar3763]

I'm curious about that as well. Very interesting info about the homeownership in Thailand.

[@colinmillward5353]

I love your channel Kimberley. I'm going down to Hua Hin in March with my partner and we want to look at places. Can you please advise the agent you used? (If you can recommend them, of course!) Colin

[@kimberleyssandbox]

I'll get back to you with some info...

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Contact Christian Radzio... [e-mail]

[@colinmillward5353]

Thank you very much Kimberley. We're on it for an Easter trip.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@colinmillward5353 I originally worked with Wanwisa with this company... she left just as our deal completed but Christian is the one that gave us the excellent lawyer reference and provided us with guidance in doing the wording of our contracts as he had also just purchased a home. He has over 15 years experience with real estate in Thailand. I would definitely contact him.

[@jewel88846]

Enjoy your new home! And glan u can now feel like your settled and don't have to move again.❤

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you... loving it!!!

[@freelancetravels]

Nice place! We have a similar-sized place and can't wait to get moved over (next year!). Cheers. 🙏

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Cheers to happy living!!!

[@bukthekit372]

We plan to move to Hua Hin this June. We have a 14 years old girl with us. Any suggestion on finding Advance Piano teacher there? I plan to retire in May. I am Thai and my wife is an American. From USA. Have a nice day.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Excellent!!! You could reach out on the Hua Hin Expats Group... I am sure there would be a teacher here. There are a few music schools in the area :)

[@shannongilbert7237]

Kim, What is that name of that Thai Restaurant that you guys love in Hua Hin and you said that they are amazing there ??? Shannon

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@@shannongilbert7237 maps.app.goo.gl/BVWANB7koPp2qHYk6

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@shannongilbert7237 sent you link... :)

[@martinpeacocke8968]

A lovely home! I wonder what the interior size is?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

It's about 100 square meters... small but all we really need :)

[@christopherdillon8777]

Couldnt agree more coming home to your own place vs a rental is night and day! We'll be doing the same thing pool villa hopeful with a view =)

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Best decision we've made!!!

[@brianh9014]

Thanks for sharing, is a beautiful home. 😊

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you! 😊

[@mangoking787]

Hello Kimberley, I do not know, if you still remember me. I just thought of you last week. I went looking for your channel and your name and your You Tube channel never came to my mind. I am so happy that I have finally found your channel. When you said that you were in California and Arizona. I thought of another Kimberley. She lives in Tucson Arizona. She went last year to Koh Samui and absolutely loved it. I communicate with her on her channel and also by email. Infact she will be in Koh Samui by the middle of March. Unfortunately I cannot meet her in Koh Samui, as it is my summer here in Perth. So I can travel only during my winter. Between the month's of June to September. This year our summer is very hot. I am glad I am retired. I worked in Steel Fabrication, and boy was'nt it like a furnace in the factory during the summer. How I wish I could get in touch with you through email. My heart is still in Thailand. Everything is so magical there. I do not want to make the same mistake I did 46 years ago. She was a Gold Digger. So you have the Title Deeds of your house. Take care Kim, my regards to Dave. I will be in Koh Samui on the 28th July till the 5th August 2024. Stay safe, and keep smiling.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

The other Kimberly... what does she look like? I remember someone I met there with the same name a while ago...

[@acboys6991]

Great video Kim really informative Can you tell us the name of lawyer you use in Hau Hin thanks 🙏

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Piti at ExpatPro

[@acboys6991]

@@kimberleyssandbox Thank You 🙏

[@justmike6825]

I just spent a month in Hua Hin, really love the area. Do you have the Agents number or any others that handle the lease agreements. Appreciate any help that you are willing to give..

[@kimberleyssandbox]

holidayrentals.lazudi.com/accommodations/

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Contact Stein at Lazudi... see link here in comments for villa or condo rentals. If you are interested in home purchase, let me know

[@AzriRich88]

fantastic! new to the town too. I want to know more.

[@nickloong]

Congratulations to you and Dave on this new property purchase. That's reasonably good value for a semi D house in Thailand. Can't wait to see your Malaysian series!😊👍

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Malaysia is a wonderful place to visit!!! Kuala Lumpur is fantastic!!!

[@jonmarchilgers384]

Great information. Did you consider getting another lawyer for a second opinion? Perhaps from another city? I’m happy for you both. Cheers 🍻

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you! We actually did not consider that as the agent used this lawyer for his own purchase. The agent has been in business here for more than 15 years.

[@Heavensent581]

I love it it’s so compact

[@BillonBass]

What do you do with your music? I’m a former studio musician and touring bassist for The Miracles before we moved here to Hua Hin.

[@kimberleyssandbox]

That's a great question!!! I write and upload to soundcloud... I love to play and mess around. It's nice to finally have more time to do it now. I'm not formally trained and play by ear/write what sounds good to me. Piano, keys, ukelele and starting to learn guitar. Music is really what I wanted to do for a living. I wanted to be a movie score composer... but life brought me in a different direction... medicine.

[@BillonBass]

Cool! I’ve been a professional musician for almost 50 years. Played on a lot of movie and tv tracks during my career in LA. I went to the Berklee College of Music which had the best movie scoring program in the world. One of my best friends there was Chris Jacobs who won an academy award for his score for the movie Scully! Great you keep at it. I play around town sometimes with my band here and there are some opportunities if you want to play out. Anyway welcome and I wish you all the best in your music endeavors!

[@kimberleyssandbox]

@BillonBass gosh, what an awesome career your friend has had. Quite the talent and surely, you've had some rewarding times in music industry as well!!!. I sang in a band when I was younger. Really loved it! My dream was to go to Berklee but I was told to do a "responsible career." I write now as my creative outlet. :)

[@allanaitch204]

I like your glasses. Is it a permanent 20 percent tint?

[@kimberleyssandbox]

Thank you... they are light sensitive :)