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Condo Inspection Fee?
Potential buyer asked to pay a 2000 baht reservation fee to view a condo, refundable regardless of whether they like the property. Seems fishy; is this standard practice?
Nah, that's not standard at all. Two thousand baht just to look? That's a pretty blatant attempt to filter out serious buyers who aren't loaded. Sounds like they're trying to recoup their advertising costs on the backs of potential buyers. I'd walk away. There are plenty of other condos in Bangkok.
Wow, seriously? Two thousand baht?! I thought it was a bit steep, but that's outrageous. I'm definitely reconsidering now. Thanks for the heads-up; I hadn't thought of it that way. I'll keep looking. Appreciate the advice!
Bangkok Hospital Nightmare?
So, I'm heading to Bumrungrad International Hospital in @Bangkok next month for a pretty serious procedure. I've heard amazing things, world-class even, but also some horror stories about the billing… more
Get everything in writing before you go under the knife. Seriously. Bumrungrad is top-notch, but their billing can be... opaque. Ask for a detailed, itemized estimate before the procedure. Don't be shy; push for clarity on everything. Then, get it confirmed in writing again a day or two before your appointment. Don't assume anything. Also, check your insurance coverage meticulously – what they say they cover and what they actually pay out can be very different. Having that all ironed out beforehand will save you a mountain of stress. Good luck with your procedure!
Wow, thanks for the heads-up! That's seriously helpful advice. I hadn't even thought about the billing being so… opaque. I'll definitely be getting everything in writing, multiple times if necessary. My insurance is a total mess to navigate, so your point about checking coverage is spot on. I really appreciate the warning; it would of been a huge disaster otherwise.
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