09/09/2017
Posted on 10/09/2017 by Steve
That Cost How Much?
A reality to consider about the cost of living in Thailand is that you might find yourself asking that costs how much? Dual pricing does exist in one form or another transactions in Thailand... mostly for obvious reasons.
On average most Thais earn around 10,000 Baht per month for a full time job.
Even Thais with a University degree average around 15,000 Baht. Take that into consideration if you feel you're being overcharged. Could you get by in the UK earning 209 Pounds a month? Or in Europe on 290 Euros? If the answer is yes, then you really know how to pinch a penny.
Thai Street Food Noodle CartThais discount for each other so they can live a very basic existence. So don't think the Lady at the noodle cart is living a life of luxury because she charges you 10 Baht more!
However difficult you might find this sharing and helping their fellow countrymen is how they survive. In the Western world we are taught to be self sufficient, greedy and obstinate to anyone sharing the wealth. In itself is strange since one of the first things I was taught as a young child was to share.
This too is understandable since most, if not all, of our governments take our money in taxes and do whatever the hell they want with it, no matter what they originally said it was for. Like a lot of Expats this is one of the many reasons you left your Homeland.
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That being said there is nothing wrong with haggling! The more you know and the more you smile and laugh the better you will become at bargaining. If you really want the inside deals you hire an assistant for the day, and watch how it's done. Basically you should start by offering about 30% of the asking price. They'll smile, roll their eyes and say something like "impossible, I pay more than that!"
How Much Does That CostGenerally, you should end up at about 70% of what they're asking, at that point take the deal and throw in a decent tip, after all we're not talking about large sums of money, everyone will smile and all will be happy.
On the other hand, if someone has a bad attitude, won't look you in the eye and seems "grumpy" just walk away, this should be a fun experience! This applies to buying basic things you want for your house, or to send abroad.
When it comes to leases, business agreements or any transaction for a considerable amount of money you should have To Live In Thailand/Visa Protection Services assist you.
Remember To Live In Thailand and Visa Protection Services are always here to help you have a high, trouble very lifestyle!
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