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Moving to Thailand? Learn How To Find
Your House Or Apartment The Easy Way
The smart expat insider guide to relocating in exotic Siam EVERY westerner has his own private reason for moving to Thailand. A young backpacker in search of adventure, a yuppie thirty-something couple with an eye for a business opportunity. A corporate transfer for a high-powered executive. Or perhaps you're a retrenched baby boomer looking for his second childhood, a long-suffering trailing spouse, a sex-starved bachelor seeking the raunchy nightlife, a lonely divorcee longing for a new relationship, a retired senior seeking to unwind and enjoy his leisure years. Whatever your reason for moving to Thailand, one thing is for sure. When you are sick of living out of a suitcase or backpack, when you are tired of hotels and guesthouses, you are going to want a place to call home in Thailand. Somewhere safe and secure, yet not to far from YOUR personal world in this mysterious oriental kingdom. It's tough trying to find the place that's just right for YOU when you're home-hunting in exotic Siam. Sure, you can cope with the heat, the humidity, the smog, the strange language. But finding a house or apartment in tropical Thailand is nothing like home-hunting in the West. There is absolutely no comparison to the techniques involved. You will NOT find page after page of Rental Classified adverts in the English language newspapers here, like you would in western cities and towns. Apart from a few operators catering to the high-end market in tourist resorts like Pattaya and Phuket, you will NOT find neat little air-conditioned real estate agencies in the suburbs of Bangkok or provincial cities. Most of the property middle-men are unlicensed freelancers, with just a clipboard and a cell phone. You really are on your own. It can be a steep learning curve, but fortunately I've done all the hard work for you. All you have to do is read my latest Ebook in the Live My Thailand series and you are half way there. "A Home Of Your Own In Thailand!" is the smart expat's insider guide to finding a house or apartment in Bangkok, or anywhere else in this exotic, mysterious land. Easily, quickly, the hassle-free way... without getting ripped off!In case you were wondering, I am well qualified to give advice on renting a place of your own in Thailand with a minimum of grief. In my 10 years as an expat here I have rented two apartments and nine houses in Bangkok and provincial cities. So I know what I am talking about. I've learnt by my mistakes... sometimes costly ones. I only wish that a book such as this was available then when I was first starting out. It would have saved me a lot of time, money and unnecessary stress.
In fact, if you don't save the price of this book in your first month of renting a place here, I'll give you a 100% refund...
What's in Each Chapter... The introductory chapter gives you a summary of my writing style, plus very detailed and fully interactive hyperlinked contents pages. In Chapter 2 I've put together an Orientation Guide for new expats starting out in Bangkok. Even if you've been here before, you'll find it's an excellent resource for finding your way in the capital. Next we cover the subject of buying property in Thailand. There are many strict rules governing farangs rights to owning real estate here, and we look at some of the dangers. Most new expats to Thailand will start off renting a home, before considering buying one, so my Ebook looks more closely at the rental game in Bangkok. If you are heading for other parts of the kingdom, the same rules apply. If you want to live close to the city center, then Chapter 3 will have all the info you need. It provides vital tips on how to find an apartment that's just *right* for YOU. Where to look, how much to spend, how so-called Thai real estate agents operate, problems with apartment telephones. . . it's all covered in detail. We end the chapter with a very important Apartment Checklist of things to do before you sign any contract or pay out any of your hard-earned cash. And for those who want more space and privacy, Chapter 4 looks at the nitty gritty, nuts and bolts of renting a house in the suburbs. Who pays the "helpful neighbor" fee? Should you rent a townhouse, villa or free-standing house? Some important points if you want to open a bar or restaurant, dive shop . . . or any business for that matter. Two storeys or one? Some tips that could save your life. Take a look at the neighborhood. Noise and more noise. How to cope with stray dogs. What are your neighbors really like? The chapter ends with a detailed House *Exterior* Checklist. In Chapter 5 we take a look inside your typical Thai suburban house. What's that in the bathroom? Where's the bath tub and toilet? What to do if there is low water pressure. How to get hot water if you need it. Thai electrical wiring is not earthed. I give you some tips to prevent electric shock in your home. Should you get a furnished or unfurnished place? I discuss all the options. If the owner plans to sell the place, your tenancy could end without notice... you'll learn how to find out. Watch out for non-standard contracts. You'll discover why. The chapter finishes with a *VERY* important Signing Contract Checklist. Chapter 6 is titled Your Home is Your Castle for a very good reason. You'll discover why getting comprehensive contents insurance is a very good idea. Lastly, I share some secrets with you on how to prevent your home becoming a target for would be neighborhood thieves. Unconditional One Year Guarantee! If for any reason -- you don't even need a reason -- you feel that you did not get your money's worth, just let me know and I'll give you a refund. This money-back guarantee is valid for 12 months from the date of your order.
Have a wonderful day! Best wishes from 
Rick Armstrong http://www.ThailandTips.com P.S. If you are still hesitant, click here to read my Frequently Asked Questions page, or email me your query and I'll help if I can. P.P.S. Don't forget there is a "no-questions-asked" one year money-back guarantee. If you are not happy with your purchase, or you don't think you got your money's worth, I'll refund your investment IN FULL!  Order Now!  
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