mrstein

Suggestions on Hotels ?

I know I know I know I know.................................... Before everyone starts beating the shit out of me, I have told my GF for 5 years now I would take her to Thailand. Now she is a smoking hot Filipina that can compete any day of the week with a bargirl. She is game to have fun but not Board-member fun such as fucking other girls and shit like that. She is game, but conservative. We have 2 weeks in Thailand don't wont to GO Crazy spending like a 2 week billionaire but want to have some fun. What do you guys Suggest ? Where to go ? and Where to stay ?. I was thinking Pattaya for like 3 days then maybe Ko samui for a few days or maybe Phuket. Also might do Bangkok for a couple of days. All Suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Guys.....................

Does anyone use Pinnacle sports book ? That lives in Thailand and if so do you have any problems with their site ? Thanks Stein

You are guys are way off track here. With all due respect I dont care about the Average Thai"s and or the scum Thai hooker Boyfriend. On another note::: Whom am I pissing off that has so much money that 30 grand a year is an Insult ??? If you have so much cash what the fuck are you on here bitching and crying about ? Why arent you in Florida on a private yacht with your smokin hot Columbian girls ??? It never suprises me where some of these posters come from ? Back to subject. To make it on 30 grand a year seems pretty in check ? Its always nice when BM whom live in Pattaya come on here and break-down their monthly expenses. Thanks guys. Ps to the rich asshole that has so much money he wipes his ass with hundred dollar bills. Go Fuck yourself. Stein

Let me explain a bit more. 30 K a year in US Dollars Net. That means you have 30 k to spend. Lets figure on a high end 5000 us dollars to get set up. Set up is an Apt and furnshings and etc and a long-term motorbike rental to start. I would think after the intial set up, You have 2500 a month coming in ?? That is quite a bit for a bloke that stays somewhat under the Radar and doesnt go out and Barfine and Drink himself to death ? I posted this same thread in a PI Forum and around 90 % said they would have no problem with that figure in Angeles city or even Subic. Personally I think Pattaya how so much more to do then AC or even Subic. Only advantage is Girls as the PI girls overall are much friendler then the Thai:s But then again that is only my opinion. I am sure many long time residents of Pattaya could disagree with that statment ?? At the end of the day it comes down to Personal choice and if you want to hang with 1 chick or play with 50 ? The question can you play with 50 and still maintain Budget............................ Great replies Guys. Stein

Can it still be done ? Can you live comfortable in Pattaya on 30 grand a year USA $ With prices going up on everything it seems to me that it would be much tighter now then just a couple of years ago. Now I realize that many will ask ? Well how often do you bar-hop ? My question to that is. Once you are their at ground zero for more then 6 months do you really have that urge to go out all the time to the bars ? I would think by then your cell phone should have enough short and long timers willing to stop by ? Mrstein

M62 Would you mind, maybe getting into, as the end drew near what your monthly costs of living was ? Did you find living in Jom beach much more productive way of life vs living in the middle of pattaya ? Do you also find that the longer you stayed there the easy is was to maybe find a nice girl ? I realize this question might sound a bit stupid but thru my travels there I found that the girls were a bit more mechincal in attitude vs lets say their phillippines sisters. however I have to assume that for longer stay punters it could be a much different story. I look forward to your observation on that ? Thanks Stein

Trvlr Great question...................................... Stein

Well Maybe we can lucky as one of the posters whom is reading this thread and is in Pattaya now and or Thailand as a whole can check them and see if they work ?? Here are the sites. http://www.bigonsports.com/default.aspx This is betcris. http://www.matchbook.com/ This is one of the largest sites around http://www.wh555.com/ Another great site for odds http://www.pinnaclesports.com/ Grand daddy of them all http://www.betfair.com/ Largest out of the usa wagering site around Lets see what turns up ????? Stein

I would think all the large sites work just fine. Pinnacle sports Bet cris Betfair matchbook I couldnt see why you would be blocked ??? Stein

Hello M62 Was just checking in to see if you have any more updates since now its been a few months since you have been there ?? Regards Stein

Once again with research and due dilligence you can find so MANY Great investments out-there its stupid. Anyone with 250 grand plus can have it made in the shade........ Stein (5.) 10%-PLUS PORTFOLIO Our "10%-Plus Portfolio" includes a variety of high-reward investment ideas. To be considered for inclusion in this portfolio, a security must deliver an annual yield of at least 10% at the time it is added to the portfolio. Security (Symbol) Date Added Price Added Dec. 20 Price Div. Yield Total Return Freq. Rating Alpine Dynamic (ADVDX) 02/07/05 $12.89 $12.12 14.5% +25.1% Monthly Top Pick Capstead Mort. Pref. (CMO-PB) 12/01/05 $12.30 $12.90 9.8% +27.0% Monthly Top Pick B&G Foods (BGF) 04/26/06 $14.36 $17.64 9.7% +40.7% Quarterly Top Pick Temp. Emerging Mkts (EMF) 05/22/06 $18.64 $22.04 17.3% +57.4% 2X/Year Top Pick General Motors 7.5% (GMS) 06/12/06 $17.43 $16.85 11.1% +15.8% Quarterly Outperform Centerplate (CVP) 09/25/06 $15.72 $10.01 15.6% -24.6% Monthly Sell 12% ELKS Celgene (EZC) 04/23/07 $10.25 $9.74 12.6% +1.0% 2X/Year Outperform 10.5% HITS Apple (APK) 04/23/07 $10.06 $10.12 10.4% +8.4% Quarterly Outperform 10% ELKS Best Buy (EBC) 04/23/07 $9.95 $10.45 10.1% +10.2% 2X/Year Outperform Alpine Total Dynamic Div. (AOD) 05/21/07 $21.33 $16.89 12.8% -14.9% Monthly Market Perform Nicholas-Applegate Convert. (NCV) 10/22/07 $13.58 $11.84 12.7% -11.0% Monthly Outperform Ford Preferreds (F-PS) 10/22/07 $38.05 $33.57 9.7% -11.5% Quarterly Market Perform Morgan Stanley E. Europe (RNE) 10/22/07 $41.30 $37.74 15.3% +16.7% 2X/Year Top Pick 12% STRIDES Apple (AVN) 11/12/07 $25.93 $27.06 11.1% +7.3% Quarterly Outperform "Total % Return" figures include the impact of both capital gains AND the sum total of all dividends paid since the security was added to this portfolio, but do not assume reinvested dividends. Although we suggest you use our ratings system as a guide, for performance tracking purposes we give all securities equal weight in this portfolio. Visit this link to view a listing of all previously-closed "10%-Plus Portfolio" holdings. Portfolio Updates: Investor Relations / Dividend Reinvestment Security Phone # ADVDX 888-785-5578 CMO-PB 800-358-2323 CSE 800-370-9431 BGF 866-211-8151 EMF 800-342-5236 GMS 800-331-9922 CVP 864-598-8600 EZC 212-306-1659 APK 212-306-1659 EBC 212-306-1659 AOD 800-617-7616 NCV 800-285-4086 F-PS 313-322-3000 RNE 800-221-6726 AVN 212-306-1659 To contact a firm directly or to learn more about its Dividend Reinvestment Plan (if available), please use the phone numbers provided above. B&G Foods (NYSE: BGF, $17.64) -- BGF is an Income Deposit Security (IDS) we featured as our "High-Yield Security of the Month" and added to our portfolio in the May 2006 issue of High-Yield Investing. An IDS is a stock/bond hybrid, which consists of one common share and, in BGF's case, a 12% bond due in 2016. Since we added these shares at $14.36, the security has risen by $3.28 and has provided us six distributions of $0.427 or a total of $2.56. Together, the capital gains and distributions total $5.84, providing a total return of over +40% ($5.84/$14.36). In addition, BGF declared its regular year-end payout on November 13th. When that distribution is made, investors who have held since we featured the security in the May 2006 newsletter will have received returns of more than +44%, assuming the share price stays level. BGF makes a variety of branded foods such as cereals, pickles, salsa, jams, and maple syrup. Its Polaner sugar-free preserves hold a 50% market share in the U.S., and the company recently completed an acquisition of iconic hot cereal brand Cream of Wheat. BGF's share price peaked this year in the mid-$20s and has slid since that time. There are several possible reasons for the share price retreat: First, BGF has been pressured with the overall market turmoil we have seen in the past few months. Second, commodity prices are pressuring profit margins, such as the rising cost of wheat. Margins on its maple syrup brand also have been affected by the rise in the Canadian dollar, since BGF's costs for the Canadian product increase as the local currency gains value against the U.S. dollar. Finally, a key component of this IDS is a high-yield bond. These bonds generally trade lower when economic growth is projected to slow, as economists have been predicting since mid-2007. In the mid-$17 range, BGF is currently yielding a hefty 9.7% ($1.70/$17.64). Despite a possible economic slowdown in 2008, the basic food products BGF produces should be minimally affected. Indeed, analysts are projecting that its earnings for 2008 will be $0.77 per IDS, a marginal increase from the $0.75 per IDS expected in 2007. With stable earnings, we expect BGF to maintain its dividend at current levels. Action To Take ---> BGF continues to be a core position in our "10% Plus" Portfolio. The pullback in the share price gives investors who missed the opportunity when we first added BGF a chance to buy this IDS at an attractive price. Centerplate Inc. (AMEX: CVP, $10.01) -- Shares of this concession-stand operator have come under pressure over the past few weeks, mainly due to a secondary offering of shares. Like BGF described above, CVP is an Income Deposit Security. It provides catering and other services to sports and entertainment centers across North America. After some digging, we found that on December 12th, the company filed a 305-page supplemental prospectus with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing disclosed that 2.5 million shares -- or about 12% of the outstanding shares -- were being combined with a portion of a 13.5% bond. The resulting securities were being offered to the public at a fire-sale price of $11.00 per IDS. The company said that the $28 million raised by floating these shares in the marketplace wouldn't be used for corporate purposes. Instead, the proceeds would go to the institutions that were selling their shares in exchange for the company's 13.5% notes, namely Blackstone (NYSE: BX) and GE Capital. CVP's management also will receive a portion of the proceeds, since they own interests in Blackstone. While this secondary offering has depressed the share price, it has also put a floor on the price. Meanwhile, the monthly dividend appears secure. For the first nine months of 2007, sales have increased slightly and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization expenses (EBITDA) are steady. Still, the low visibility related to this secondary offering is not atypical from Centerplate. Action To Take ---> The shares are likely close to a bottom and income-oriented investors may consider holding CVP for its regular monthly income and capital gains potential. However, given the somewhat low visibility surrounding certain significant events, we are concerned that other surprises may arise that could impact the shares. As such, we plan to remove CVP from our portfolio on Friday, December 21st. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Potential Additions: Below you'll find an analysis of one or more investment ideas that we're now considering as possible new additions to our "10%-Plus Portfolio." We're following each of these investments closely and may add a few of them to this portfolio when their risk/reward profiles meet our stringent criteria. Municipal Mortgage and Equity (NYSE: MMA, $15.83) -- "MuniMae" provides debt and equity financing for real estate developers. The company also owns a division that finances, owns, and operates renewable and energy-efficient projects. As a master limited partnership (MLP), MuniMae passes along most of its taxable income to shareholders. It has increased its dividend in 43 consecutive quarters, typically in small increments. In the past 12 months, the dividend payouts rose about +3.5%, not bad considering the disruptions in the credit markets. For the last four quarters MMA paid $2.079. At current prices that provides a highly attractive yield of 13.1% ($2.079/$15.83). Moreover, most of this yield is tax-advantaged. About 75% of MuniMae's income comes from tax-exempt municipal bond interest income, which is passed on to shareholders. That translates into a taxable-equivalent yield of about 16.5% if you're in the 25% federal tax bracket. Also, as a master limited partnership, MMA's dividend can be taxed for "unrelated business income" in a way that makes it unsuitable for tax-deferred accounts. MMA has approximately $18 billion under management and interests in 3,000 multi-family properties across the U.S. Income comes from a variety of sources. For one, it is the country's largest syndicator of affordable housing tax credits. That is, the lender buys tax credits from developers of low-income housing and then packages and sells them to corporations. MMA earns fees for organizing and managing these credits. MMA also invests in tax-free municipal bonds used to build multi-family housing, particularly for low-income families. Finally, it writes and services loans that fund commercial property development. A recent focus is the financing, owning, and operating of renewable energy building projects. In this environment it is important to say what MuniMae does not do. The company is not involved in residential mortgages and has no subprime exposure. A major cloud overhanging MMA -- one which has helped drive its share price down nearly -50% in 2007 -- is that it is involved in a long and costly restatement of its financial results going back to 2002. The firm's CFO position has been a revolving door: it has had three chief financial officers in three years, and the restatements are not expected to be available until February 2008. In addition to the financial statement uncertainty, MMA likely has been tarred and feathered due to investors thinking it has exposure to subprime -- a misconception. When MMA recently released third-quarter results, it noted that its dividend payout for 2007 may exceed 100% of the company's net cash for operations from 2007. Part of this problem may be caused by paying a small army of over 70 consultants to complete the financial restatements. In the absence of reliable financials, an investor must guess at MMA's financial position. Information unavailable to investors, however, is known to its bankers. MMA's lenders would likely order MMA to cut its distributions to shareholders if it were running into financial hot water. Instead, MMA has, as we pointed out, kept raising its distributions, suggesting the company is in adequate financial shape. Based on the latest financial statements available, the stock is inexpensive. It is selling at a price-to-book-value ratio of about 0.9 times, meaning that an investor is buying the company for $0.90 on the dollar. Action To Take ---> MMA's financial restatements should be completed by February. When those are made public, we may consider adding the stock to our "10%-Plus" Portfolio. Aggressive investors may wish to jump the gun and capture the hefty yield, with the stock trading at levels last seen in the late 1990s. (6.) DIVIDEND OPTIMIZER PORTFOLIO In our "Dividend Optimizer Portfolio," we focus on high-quality, stable investment ideas with annual yields at least 3X greater than the S&P 500 at the time they are added to the portfolio. We initially identified most of these investments using our proprietary Dividend Optimizer Model, which looks for safe, stable investment ideas with above-average income potential. Security (Symbol) Date Added Price Added Dec. 20 Price Div. Yield Total Return Freq. Rating Real Estate DJ Real Estate (IYR) 09/13/04 $54.42 $66.75 4.8% +37.4% Quarterly Outperform DWS RREEF Real Estate (SRQ) 11/29/04 $21.73 $17.35 19.9% +24.4% Quarterly Outperform Equity Res. (EQR) 12/03/04 $34.78 $36.02 5.1% +19.1% Quarterly Outperform Vornado (VNO) 02/28/05 $68.70 $85.63 4.0% +39.7% Quarterly Outperform Macq./First Trust (MFD) 10/14/05 $21.35 $22.92 7.4% +33.5% Quarterly Outperform ING Clarion Gl. (IGR) 05/10/06 $18.54 $13.62 23.6% -3.8% Monthly Outperform Medical Prop. (MPW) 07/10/06 $11.54 $10.01 10.8% +0.7% Quarterly Outperform Ares Cap. (ARCC) 09/25/06 $17.00 $14.77 11.2% -0.4% Quarterly Market Perform SuperTel Hosp (SPPR) 01/19/07 $6.58 $6.14 8.1% -1.2% Quarterly Outperform -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bonds/Preferreds Great A&P 9.375% (GAJ) 12/01/05 $24.95 $24.95 9.4% +18.6% Quarterly Outperform Zweig Total Return (ZTR) 11/27/06 $5.50 $4.43 11.4% -9.5% Monthly Market Perform ING Prime Rate (PPR) 07/23/07 $7.04 $6.20 9.2% -8.6% Monthly Market Perform -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Equity Funds Adams Exp. (ADX) 12/27/05 $12.64 $13.45 7.7% +21.7% Quarterly Outperform E.V. Tax Adv. (EVT) 03/20/06 $23.75 $26.78 6.8% +25.0% Monthly Outperform Claymore/Zacks Yield (CVY) 10/23/06 $25.70 $23.26 5.7% -4.4% Quarterly Top Pick -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Business Development American Cap. (ACAS) 07/01/05 $36.20 $33.28 12.0% +15.8% Quarterly Outperform Gramercy Cap. (GKK) 12/01/05 $23.66 $25.58 9.9% +26.6% Quarterly Outperform Allied Capital (ALD) 02/12/07 $28.51 $22.53 12.8% -11.7% Quarterly Market Perform -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Master Limited Partnerships Magellan Mid. (MMP) 09/15/05 $33.96 $43.25 6.0% +43.0% Quarterly Top Pick Enterprise Products (EPD) 02/20/07 $29.88 $29.92 6.6% +5.0% Quarterly Top Pick NuStar LP (NS) 02/20/07 $62.26 $52.40 7.5% -11.3% Quarterly Outperform -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Common Stock & ADRs Bank of Amer. (BAC) 07/11/05 $45.17 $41.41 6.2% 3.9% Quarterly Market Perform Ship Finance (SFL) 03/26/07 $27.61 $27.69 7.9% 6.3% Quarterly Outperform "Total % Return" figures include the impact of both capital gains AND the sum total of all dividends paid since the security was added to this portfolio, but do not assume reinvested dividends. Although we suggest you use our ratings system as a guide, for performance tracking purposes we give all securities equal weight in this portfolio. Visit this link to view a listing of all previously-closed "Dividend Optimizer Portfolio" holdings. Portfolio Updates: Investor Relations / Dividend Reinvestment Security Phone # IYR 800-474-2737 SRQ 800-621-1048 EQR 888-879-6356 VNO 866-668-6550 MFD 800-988-5891 IGR 888-711-4272 MPW 205-969-3755 ARCC 310-201-4200 SPPR 402-371-2520 GAJ 201-571-8192 ZTR 800-272-2700 PPR 800-992-0180 ADX 800-432-8224 EVT 800-225-6265 CVY 800-345-7999 ACAS 301-951-6122 GKK 212-297-1000 ALD 202-721-6100 MMP 877-934-6571 EPD 713-381-6500 NS 210-345-2000 BAC 704-386-5681 SFL 441-295-6935 To contact a firm directly or to learn more about its Dividend Reinvestment Plan (if available), please use the phone numbers provided above. CPFL Energia S.A. (NYSE: CPL $56.66) -- We've been watching CPFL since August, when we first highlighted it in High-Yield Investing. We like the way the stock has continued to rise, seemingly oblivious to the adverse market conditions that have pressured other high-yield stocks. CPFL is the largest electrical power distributor in Brazil, with 5.9 million customers and a 27% market share of the country's power distribution. The company is focused on the states of Sao Paulo and Rio Grande do Sul, where Brazilian economic growth has been particularly dynamic. Management's policy is to pay out a minimum of 50% of earnings. It does this in two semi-annual payments typically made in the spring and summer. Since March 2007, dividends of $2.2044 and $2.8442 amount to $5.05, giving CFPL a robust yield of 8.9% ($5.05/$56.66). Although some investors may associate Brazil with high economic risk, for the last several years the country has been a paragon of stability. With the current year almost complete, GDP growth in 2007 is an estimated +4.7%, and economists are projecting +4%-plus growth for the rest of the decade. At the same time, inflation is contained to about the 4% level, with a target of 4.5% set through 2009. In addition to bringing additional generating capacity on stream through internal expansion, CPFL has also grown through acquisitions, taking out several former competitors in the last two years. These acquisitions have powered the company's sales and earnings. Net income grew +37.5% between 2005 and 2006. For the first nine months of 2007, earnings jumped an additional +20% as sales rose nearly +13%. Going forward, the company targets placing nearly 2,000 MegaWatts (MW) of generating capacity on stream by 2010, nearly double current levels. Despite rapid expansion, CPFL still has a healthy balance sheet. The debt-to-equity ratio, for example, is 1.10, down significantly from 2003 when it was 1.34. CPFL should also be able to power earnings higher through customer growth, expanded capacity, and rate increases tied to inflation. As with any foreign security, there is currency risk in CPFL's shares. If the U.S. dollar were to strengthen against the Brazilian real, returns would be negatively affected. So far, however, currency exchange has worked in investors' favor, with the U.S. shares up more than +30% in 2007 compared to the stock's rise of roughly +20% on the Brazilian market. Action To Take ---> Given CFPL's strong yield and growth prospects, we plan to add the stock to our "Dividend Optimizer" Portfolio at the opening of trading on Friday, December 21st. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Potential Additions: Below you'll find an analysis of one or more investment ideas that we're now considering as possible new additions to our "Dividend Optimizer Portfolio." We're following each of these investments closely and may add a few of them to this portfolio when their risk/reward profiles meet our stringent criteria. Merrill Lynch 6.0518% Index Plus (AMEX: IPB, $20.06; CUSIP: 45408V203) -- These preferred shares are backed by 15 long-term investment grade corporate bonds, as well as U.S. Treasuries. IPB pays a dividend of $1.513 with two semi-annual payouts on June 20 and December 20th. Although the original yield was approximately 6.05% of the $25 per share issue price, the shares today carry a 7.5% yield on their market price ($1.51/$20.06). That compares very favorably to the investment grade corporate bonds and Treasuries currently paying less than 5%. The shares don't mature until May 2033 and can't be called before then. At maturity, holders receive back the full par value of $25 per share. When the shares were issued in December 2003, about half of the corporate bonds backing these shares were rated "A-" or higher by credit rating agency Standard & Poor's ("A3" or higher by Moody's). About 40% were between "BBB-" ("Baa3" by Moodys) and "A-," and the balance were risk-free Treasuries. Corporations in which the trust invested include Boeing (NYSE: BA), Time Warner (NYSE: TWX), and Valero (NYSE: VLO). However, funds were also placed in the bonds of financial stalwarts such as Citigroup (NYSE: C), which have come under pressure because of the recent credit crunch. As such, some of these ratings may have changed. Still, unless the current credit crunch worsens in the extreme, the majority of the trust's portfolio should be secure. Because of weak conditions in the housing market and the danger of recession, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to continue lowering interest rates. That rate decline should put a floor under the price of these preferreds and perhaps allow for price appreciation. This stock is thinly traded, and investors may want to buy in small lots over several days to avoid large price movements. Since payouts are considered bond-like interest payments, they are taxed at the ordinary income tax rate of up to 35% and are therefore best held in a tax-deferred IRA type of account. Action To Take ---> With a high-quality rating of "A3" by credit rating agency Moody's, IPB offers investors a safe yield of 7.5% in a declining interest rate environment. The issue is suitable for low to moderate risk investors.

ALL DUE RESPECT TO OWEN.......... He is a bit off on quite a few items. If you have 250 grand plus you can get 9-15% returns on your money forever. He takes the smallest approach and yeilds in at 4-5 % Nobody with money even comes close to those type of gains. If any of you are at that half million mark plus USA $$$$ You have it made in the shade forever as long as you do not go crazy and spend like a fool. Big problem thu as what is happening in the philippines The us dollar is getting Killed so you do need to be a bit carefull but with proper planning You could get by Just fine Forever. There are so many funds and ETC that yeild 10 % plus yearly its stupid. Stein

How does it work if you are under the age of 55 ????? I am assuming there are plenty of blokes under 55 whom are living in Thailand. Stein

That seems like a Tight budget. I think the problem would be, It all sounds good as far from a money perpesctive however once you get there and get in sync somewhat, I think the Temptation of going out EVERY Night could really blow that budget Out of the water very quickly. Money Displine could be a REAL Bitch in Pattaya. This largest problem I think is that SO many go down there with this Number $$ in there head that they are going to adhere to and that lasts about a Whole 10 mins and its blown out the door. AM I wrong on this ?? Stein

I find it very intresting to say the least How for so many years One could travel and reside in Asia and live Very well for about 1500.00 a month however over the last few years Asia is now right about par with the USA $$$$$ One advantage is the Girls Thats really it. With that being said its for sure a Huge advantage however I think by spending that type of money to live oversea"s its almost not worth it to a certain extent ????? Goes to show us all that the West is now reaching out World wide and its not for the better. Stein

Sounds good. SO I guess its safe to assume that Once someome settles in. A true cost of about 1500 baht a day Exculding lodging and or Condo rent would be a solid Number ?????? Stein

2000.00 A month US$$ is quite a bit for Thailand. Goes to show ya how bad the dollar is shrinking up around the world. Pretty soon it will be cheaper to live in your own host country vs many third world countries ???? Stein

So really the magic number is about 100,000 baht a month which is about 2500.00 a month US $$ Thats quite bit a money.Hell many folks live fairly well on that in the usa ESP if you have No mortage. Its just crazy Thailand and the Phillippines is just starting to go up to the point as to where its almost not even worth it anymore. Pretty soon it will be close to 3 grand a month US $$$$$ At that point vacation is really the only option. Stein

Really just a general question. I am assuming its getting a bit harder to live like a King on 50-60 thousand baht a month ???? Stein

I have noticed that as of lately the last few months nobody has been on with a update of the cost of living in pattaya. As the dollar drops and cost go up I was wondering if this has really affected anyone who has been there for a while ??? With that being said the New punter who is arriving what should he expect to spend monthly ???? Stein

HAHAHAHAHA That was funny joebuck Stein

Let all the farangs STOP Coming to Thailand and then Lets see what happens to their vistor rate and ALL the money that comes from it. Half the country would come a Hault. If they dont want a bunch of Hookers running around Outlaw it 100% and enforce it . Typical goverment bullshit Without US there is No Money left in Thailand Period.

OH WOW Another poster backing Up my claims on high yeild investments. 1st trust deeds Managed future and or Forex funds High yeild real estate in upcoming markets and or Hot markets such as AZ,NV,UT and over-sea"s. Sports betting/investing yes there are a few Top notch Touts whom are Very good and yeild on a yearly basis upwards of 20-30% returns. Stein

There is No high pressure sales here at all. If you like what you hear and read PM me and I will put in touch with the group that is putting this togther I have nothing to do with it at all FROM MAKING money on it. However I do feel its going to be a great investment considering the Global world is shrinking minute by minute and overtime as USA rents go thru the roof Many corps will be outsourcing More and More. Singapore is a very nice place indeed. If you dont like it You dont like it. Stein