Renting in Bangkok,
without surprises.
Budget, viewings, lease, deposit, inventory, notice.
Renting a condo in Bangkok: the complete guide
Choose your neighbourhood based on your daily journeys first, then the apartment. Budget for several months of rent upfront (security deposit and advance…
Rental scams in Bangkok: how to spot them
The vast majority of rentals in Bangkok go smoothly, but a few scams come up again and again: copied listings, fake landlords, deposits requested before any…
Thai rental contract: the clauses to read before signing
In Thailand, a rental contract often fits in a few pages, in English and Thai. It is short, but every clause matters: term, notice, security deposit, repairs…
Condo or serviced apartment in Bangkok: which to choose?
A serviced apartment offers flexibility: monthly stays, cleaning, linen and reception included, but it usually costs more. A condo rented from a private owner…
Renting in Bangkok with a dog or cat
Renting with a pet in Bangkok is possible, but the choice is smaller: you need the owner's consent and, above all, a building whose rules allow pets. Many…
Furnished or unfurnished in Bangkok: what changes
In Bangkok, the vast majority of condos offered to expats are rented furnished: it is the simplest option for a first move. Unfurnished rentals are found…
Security deposit in Bangkok: how to get it all back
The security deposit is often two months' rent: a significant sum, which you get back more easily if you prepared for it from the day you moved in. Inventory…
Leaving before the end of your lease: your options
A job transfer, a change of plans, a return home: sometimes you have to leave before the end of a 12-month lease. In Thailand, the consequences depend mainly…
Viewing a flat remotely: our method
A well-prepared video viewing lets you shortlist a home in Bangkok from abroad. Send your criteria beforehand, have everything the photos don't show filmed…
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