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Why Is The Average Person Unaware of Basic Investing Concepts?

May 13, 2018September 21, 2018 FIRE in Thailand 0 Comments

I recently watched the movie ‘In Time’ and it made me think about why many people are still unaware of basic investing concepts, even though there’s never been a better time in history to achieve financial independence and retire early.

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FIRE and the Indexing Illusion

April 23, 2018April 25, 2018 FIRE in Thailand 1 Comment

Before I came to Thailand, I believed everything about index and low-cost investing almost every FIRE follower believes. The FIRE mantra of keeping costs as low as possible while not trying to beat the market was always at the center of my investing strategy.

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Retire in Thailand – Lifestyle

April 20, 2018April 25, 2018 FIRE in Thailand 0 Comments

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to retire to a tropical paradise? Has escaping the bitter cold of winter ever appealed to you? Have you ever thought about retiring somewhere cheaper to make your money last longer?
If so, retiring in Thailand could be perfect for you!

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Retire in Thailand – Cost of Living

April 20, 2018May 18, 2018 FIRE in Thailand 6 Comments

One of the best things about retiring in Thailand is you can spend as little or as much as you like. Many expats and retirees in Thailand take advantage of geographic arbitrage to improve their quality of life. You can spend less money in Thailand than you would back home, but enjoy a higher standard of living.

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Retire in Thailand – Visas

April 20, 2018April 25, 2018 FIRE in Thailand 0 Comments

Before making any major life changes, such as retiring in Thailand or any other country that has a completely different culture than what you’re used to, it’s best to test the waters first. Visiting Thailand as a tourist is a good way to get an idea of what it would be like to live here.

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Retire in Thailand using the 4% Rule

April 5, 2018April 25, 2018 FIRE in Thailand 0 Comments

The big question everyone wants the answer to is, “When can I retire in Thailand?” The simple answer is, “When you have accumulated 25 times your annual spending.” Of course, in real life, the answer is a lot more complicated.