expat cost of living

Expat cost of living in most of Southeast Asia falls due to weakening currencies

Expat cost of living in most of Southeast Asia declined during the past 12 months due in large part to weakening local currencies. Research...
Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa

Applications open for new Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa as BOI hopes for success

Attempts at creating a successful Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa have proven to be problematic in the past. A THB10 million investment visa implemented in...

Real estate discounts: How much can you ask for when negotiating?

The art of negotiation requires you to understand numerous factors. This is especially true when it comes to real estate discounts. Discounts in the...
declutter your condo

Declutter your condo by getting rid of these items

If you want to declutter your condo, you’ll must be willing to part with things. The longer we live in a single place, the...
Bang Tao Beach

A dreamy destination – Bang Tao Beach

You’ve probably seen pictures of Bang Tao Beach even if you didn’t know its name until now. Located along Phuket’s western-edge, the picturesque Bang...
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Singapore eliminates most travel restrictions; Thailand could do the same by June

Singapore has eased most COVID-19 cross-border travel restrictions while Thailand could do the same by June, according to government authorities. The news comes after...
Decorate under stairs

7 ways to use the space under stairs

Make the most of the space under your stairs with these clever ideas.  If you live in one of Vietnam's many townhouses or villas you...
Singapore property prices are recovering. Find condos for sale in Singapore cost of living rankings for overseas workers

Singapore rises and Thailand falls in latest global cost of living rankings for overseas...

Overseas workers are finding it more expensive to live in Singapore while money is going further in Thailand these days. Those were two of...
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Thailand and the Philippines are Southeast Asia’s most popular travel spots

The Philippines recorded the highest number of international flight bookings to Southeast Asia during the first quarter of 2022 followed closely by Thailand. Research...
furnished or unfurnished condo

Is it better to buy a furnished or unfurnished condo?

Among the most difficult decisions you will need to make during your property search is deciding if it’s better to buy a furnished or...

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