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Hi everyone,

Due to personal circumstances (moving to another country), we need to end our tenancy early, so we’re helping our landlord find a wonderful new tenant for the apartment.

It’s a lovely 2-bedroom condominium on Soi 13, Nana.

* Rent: THB 26,000/month

* 3rd floor in a quiet, low-rise building

* Peaceful setting while being right in the heart of the city

* You can actually hear birds chirping in the mornings despite being in the city. There is also a terrace on the top + sauna + pool + gym + play area for kids

* Open-plan kitchen and living area

The owner prefers tenants who do not regularly cook strong-smelling foods (such as curry-based dishes), as the open kitchen allows cooking smells to linger throughout the apartment.

Since we are moving out, we’re happy to leave behind some items for you at no cost, including fans and other household essentials (mostly IKEA pieces). Everything is brand new, as we only moved in two months ago, and you’re welcome to use them when you move in.

We’ve genuinely loved living here and will miss it. If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please send me a message for more details/ pictures or to arrange a viewing.

My husband, our baby, and I have about a month between jobs, and we’re thinking of making the most of it by living somewhere beautiful before returning to our regular routine.

We’re currently based in Thailand, so we’re considering either:

Moving to Bali for 30 days, or Staying in Thailand and spending a month on one of the islands.

We’re looking for somewhere that’s:
Relaxed and peaceful, Baby-friendly, Has good cafés and reliable Wi-Fi (I’ll likely have a few interviews), Walkable if possible, Has easy access to groceries and healthcare if needed

If you recommend Bali:
Which area would you choose (Sanur, Ubud, Canggu, somewhere else)?
Roughly how much should we budget for a nice one-bedroom villa for a month?
Any tips for finding good monthly rentals?

We’d love to hear from anyone who’s done something similar, especially with a young baby. Any tips, hidden gems, or things you wish you’d known would be hugely appreciated! 😊

Hi folks - After having lived in Thailand for many years, I think it’s my time to leave and go back. I have about 2 more months left to do what I want, eat and enjoy. What experiences would everyone suggest. I’d love to hear any must visit/ must try food joints, cafés, hidden gems etc.

Thank you 🤩

Hi,

My company recently decided to part ways with me. I’ve been paying SSO for the past 5 years of my employment. I have a couple more months left on work visa. I was wondering if anyone knew if we have unemployment or termination benefits from SSO or DOL? I tried to research but I’m getting different answers. I tried called SSO but unfortunately they don’t speak English.

Thank you.

After working in Thailand for many years, I think I’m officially about to become unemployed. My company has decided to part ways with me right after I returned from maternity leave. I have about 1 month left before my employment ends and I’m trying to be proactive.

I’m applying actively on LinkedIn already, but I wanted to ask if there are any other effective ways to job search in Thailand that people actually recommend? Recruiters, communities, job boards, networking, referrals, agencies, hidden job market - anything that worked for you. If you have any recruiters recommendations, you can DM me too.

To be honest, this is incredibly stressful because I also have a newborn and I’m currently the only earning member of my family, my spouse is unemployed so being on his dependent visa is not an option. so I’m trying to move quickly and do everything I can.

Would really appreciate practical suggestions. Thank you 🙏

I’ve worked at my company in Thailand for many years now. I returned from maternity leave and on my first day back my manager verbally mentioned that they noticed skill gap between the role I was doing and what is expected of that role.

1. potentially go on PIP if expectations aren’t met, or
2. consider a Mutual Separation Agreement )

I had no prior formal performance concerns communicated to me. I have good performance ratings.

If I decide MSA makes more sense for my family situation (newborn, transition costs, etc.), what is a reasonable package to negotiate?

Not looking for legal advice - more real-world negotiation experiences.

I’ve worked at my company in Thailand for many years now. I returned from maternity leave and on my first day back my manager verbally mentioned that they noticed skill gap between the role I was doing and what is expected of that role.

1. potentially go on PIP if expectations aren’t met, or
2. consider a Mutual Separation Agreement )

I had no prior formal performance concerns communicated to me. I have good performance ratings.

I have an HR meeting coming up.

If I decide MSA makes more sense for my family situation (newborn, transition costs, etc.), what is a reasonable package to negotiate?

* How many additional months above statutory is realistic?
* Is paid garden leave common?
* Did you negotiate employment end date / healthcare / references?

Not looking for legal advice - more real-world negotiation experiences.

For Indians living abroad, do you continue SIPs into Indian mutual funds or diversify internationally? Curious what your overall strategy looks like.

I’m currently 30 yo and have only SIP in India and the rest is saved in my bank account abroad. I don’t think this is the best use of my money. Someone give me some tips how else I can diversify.

Expats who are making less than 100k a month or around that - where are you guys sending your children to school/ nurseries in Bangkok?

Expats who are making less than 100k a month or around that - where are you guys sending your children to school/ nurseries in Bangkok?

My family and I just moved into a rental house in Bangkok less than a week ago.

Before signing, we discussed cooking and our understanding was that light cooking would be okay.
After moving in, the owner asked us to sign an addendum saying:

strictly no active cooking, microwave reheating only,
5,000 THB penalty per violation plus cleaning costs.
We said we weren't comfortable signing because this wasn't part of the original lease and doesn't work for our long-term needs.

We spoke directly and the owner was actually very understanding. They said there seems to be a genuine difference in expectations and suggested an amicable early termination instead of future disputes.

Current numbers:
Rent paid: (1 month)
Deposit paid: (2 months of rent)

Owner mentioned they already paid first month rent as commission and agency usually doesn't refund commission.

We've occupied the property for less than a week and plan to return it in excellent condition.

Question:

If you were in this situation in Bangkok, what would you consider a fair outcome regarding the deposit?
Would you expect:

lose only the rent,
lose rent + part of deposit, owner keeps amount equivalent to commission, something else?

Interested in hearing practical experiences rather than legal arguments.

My family and I just moved into a rental house in Bangkok less than a week ago.

Before signing, we discussed cooking and our understanding was that light cooking would be okay.
After moving in, the owner asked us to sign an addendum saying:

strictly no active cooking, microwave reheating only,
5,000 THB penalty per violation plus cleaning costs.

We said we weren't comfortable signing because this wasn't part of the original lease and doesn't work for our long-term needs.

We spoke directly and the owner was actually very understanding. They said there seems to be a genuine difference in expectations and suggested an amicable early termination instead of future disputes.

Current numbers:
Rent paid: (1 month)
Deposit paid: (2 months of rent)
Owner mentioned they already paid first month rent as commission and agency usually doesn't refund commission.

We've occupied the property for less than a week and plan to return it in excellent condition.

Question:
If you were in this situation in Bangkok, what would you consider a fair outcome regarding the deposit?
Would you expect:
lose only the rent,
lose rent + part of deposit, owner keeps amount equivalent to commission, something else?

Interested in hearing practical experiences rather than legal arguments.

My family and I just moved into a rental house in Bangkok less than a week ago.
Before signing, we discussed cooking and our understanding was that light cooking would be okay.

After moving in, the owner asked us to sign an addendum saying:
strictly no active cooking, microwave reheating only,
5,000 THB penalty per violation plus cleaning costs.

We said we weren't comfortable signing because this wasn't part of the original lease and doesn't work for our long-term needs.

We spoke directly and the owner was actually very understanding. They said there seems to be a genuine difference in expectations and suggested an amicable early termination instead of future disputes.

Current numbers:
Rent paid: (1 month)
Deposit paid: (2 months of rent)
Owner mentioned they already paid first month rent as commission and agency usually doesn't refund commission.
We've occupied the property for less than a week and plan to return it in excellent condition.

Question:
If you were in this situation in Bangkok, what would you consider a fair outcome regarding the deposit?

Would you expect:
lose only the rent,
lose rent + part of deposit, owner keeps amount equivalent to commission, something else?
Interested in hearing practical experiences rather than legal arguments.

My family and I just moved into a rental house in Bangkok less than a week ago.

Before signing, we discussed cooking and our understanding was that light cooking would be okay. After moving in, the owner asked us to sign an addendum saying:

strictly no active cooking,
microwave reheating only,
5,000 THB penalty per violation plus cleaning costs.

We said we weren’t comfortable signing because this wasn’t part of the original lease and doesn’t work for our long-term needs.

We spoke directly and the owner was actually very understanding. They said there seems to be a genuine difference in expectations and suggested an amicable early termination instead of future disputes.

Current numbers:
Rent paid: (1 month)
Deposit paid: (2 months of rent)
Owner mentioned they already paid first month rent as commission and agency usually doesn’t refund commission.

We’ve occupied the property for less than a week and plan to return it in excellent condition.

Question:
If you were in this situation in Bangkok, what would you consider a fair outcome regarding the deposit?
Would you expect:

lose only the rent,
lose rent + part of deposit,
owner keeps amount equivalent to commission,
something else?

Interested in hearing practical experiences rather than legal arguments.