House Hunters International Season 204 Episode 1

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00:00Charlotte is a city close to my heart, but I wanted to dramatically change my life.

00:08The big idea was Muay Thai.

00:10Justin left it all in the States to start a business in Bangkok and pursue his dreams in Thailand's Muay Thai Mecca.

00:16But he had a little setback.

00:18I heard a pop and that was my Achilles.

00:20But don't let that bum leg fool you. Justin's got big dreams.

00:24He wants luxury and large space for $7.50.

00:27This is like a postage stamp. I'm starting a new business and I told myself I'm not gonna blow my budget.

00:32What about older buildings?

00:34I feel like I'm an animal in a cage right now. I'm in trouble.

00:50I was born in Massachusetts.

00:52I've always been an athlete and always been playing sports, but I also had a huge passion for music.

00:58And that took me out to the West Coast in LA.

01:00I tried to make that my career.

01:02I had some amazing experiences, but ultimately ended up making that a part-time endeavor and focusing on real estate in Charlotte, North Carolina.

01:10And it just became a boom town.

01:13I was living in a big house. It was great, finally being successful, but I didn't feel fulfilled.

01:19I definitely have a love for travel.

01:22I did missionary work in my 20s that opened up my horizons.

01:26Because when you see how other people live, it teaches you to evaluate your own perspective on life.

01:31Bravo! Bravo!

01:32I did a lot of traveling, trying to discover myself.

01:35But I had never been to Thailand.

01:38I visited Bangkok and I was so impressed.

01:42But then when I started actually learning more about the culture, specifically Muay Thai,

01:46there's a six-month visa that I can pursue.

01:49So that was the catalyst.

01:50I sold my house, my car, even my beloved guitar.

01:54And I'm also giving up my steady salary to start a business in Thailand.

01:58I'm taking a gamble on myself because I'd rather give it a shot than always wonder.

02:02I was already consulting on the side.

02:05And it was time to take the big plunge and just do consulting full-time in Thailand.

02:10Something is still very wrong with this stuff.

02:13Another big goal of mine is to get back to training because I had a little accident.

02:17I got off the plane and literally within eight hours of touching down in Bangkok,

02:22me and the punching bag got into an altercation where I was throwing some kicks and I heard a pop.

02:28Fortunately, it was only a partial tear of my Achilles.

02:31But according to my physiotherapist, I'm only one month away from being able to retrain.

02:36And I'm so excited to get back after it.

02:39The main things that I love about Bangkok is the public transportation.

02:43It's called the SkyTrain BTS.

02:45It's quick and there's something fun called the water taxis that go around the outer circle of Bangkok.

02:50The food is great.

02:52And of course, I love the people.

02:54I've just found it so wild to have all the modern conveniences of a big city but at a fraction of the cost.

03:00Where are you situated right now?

03:01I'm staying at a hotel.

03:02But I'm definitely looking to stay long term.

03:05Okay.

03:06How's your coffee?

03:07It's good.

03:08Nice.

03:09Justin is a lively single man coming to Bangkok for the first time.

03:12I would say I've almost seen it all after spending two decades in real estate.

03:16But I don't know anything about the market in Bangkok.

03:19I've heard it's the wild wild west.

03:21It's quite hot, especially in the central area.

03:24So the number one thing is being walking distance to Muay Thai.

03:28It's in Tonglor.

03:29Okay.

03:30Tonglor is definitely in high demand.

03:32I am a little concerned because I need to keep my expenses low enough to get my business off the ground.

03:39If I need to be away from Tonglor, I would like to be closer to BTS.

03:44I know that.

03:45And then this might sound a little bit crazy, but close to a hospital.

03:48I actually just had an injury to my calf and my Achilles.

03:51Oh no.

03:52Yeah.

03:53Are you like working from home or how is your…

03:55Yes, I'm building my sales consulting agency.

03:58I need space.

03:59At least one bedroom, one bathroom, furnished with a modern aesthetic and like pool, gym, sauna, big balcony.

04:06Okay.

04:07And then also like a washer and dryer.

04:09That would be great.

04:10What about price points?

04:11Sure.

04:12Right now, $750.

04:13So because Tonglor is quite expensive, are you open to exploring other areas?

04:18I'm going to be honest with you.

04:20I'd rather not.

04:21Then the budget has to go a little bit higher.

04:24We're in Tonglor right now.

04:26This one is the closest to your Muay Thai place.

04:29Okay.

04:30I'm going to try to contain myself.

04:31But if you are taking a BTS, then it's like 15 minutes.

04:34Damn.

04:3515th floor.

04:36Balcony is small, but it has good views and good amenities.

04:39All right.

04:40I'm excited.

04:41Welcome to Ivy Tonglor.

04:43It's a one bed, one bath.

04:45This thing's a beast, but it doesn't look too new.

04:48It's about 15 years old.

04:50It's only about five minutes walk to your Muay Thai gym.

04:53Yes.

04:54But it is further to the BTS, around 15 minutes.

04:56That's disappointing, but I'll take it.

04:58And it's 900.

05:00Ooh, that's brutal.

05:01Oh man, that's tough.

05:02I told myself when I move here, I'm not going to blow my budget.

05:06And so this is going to have to be exceptional to make it worth it.

05:09Let's check it out.

05:11Wow.

05:12It's got an open airy vibe going on.

05:16Is it furnished?

05:17Yes.

05:18What you're seeing comes with the room, and the owner actually renovated the place.

05:23So you have new cabinets, countertop, sturdy.

05:27I dig it.

05:28This TV is amazing.

05:30I've got to check out the sofa.

05:32I mean, it's a little bouncy.

05:35Could you verify for me?

05:36Let me, let me give it a try as well.

05:40I mean, yeah.

05:41Oh, I love it.

05:42We can work with it.

05:43But this chandelier is giving me nightmares.

05:46Liberace would look at this and literally devolve into an artist that never made it.

05:50Is there any way to get rid of this thing?

05:52I don't think we could.

05:53Well, I'll see what I can do about that.

05:55But you know what I like?

05:56This is kind of like a workstation.

05:57Yes.

05:58That's great.

05:59Yeah.

06:00So you can, you know, have a head space at your office area here.

06:03Yeah.

06:04I'm not going to lie.

06:05I'm impressed so far.

06:06Let's go check out this balcony.

06:07Okay.

06:08What do you think?

06:10The view is great, but I can barely even fit out here.

06:15Disappointing would be an understatement.

06:17I'm used to having a lot of space in the United States, and this is like a postage stamp.

06:22Is this a washer dryer combo?

06:24Unfortunately, it's a washer only.

06:27Oh.

06:28This balcony is a mega turd.

06:30I'll take note of that.

06:31It's the most anticlimactic moment of my search so far.

06:35Let's check out the bedroom and see what we got.

06:36Okay.

06:37But Justin needs to keep his priorities in mind.

06:40This is decent.

06:41This view is banging.

06:43If he can overlook the side of the balcony, he will get to walk to his gym.

06:48Yeah, definitely.

06:49Muay Thai is the number one reason I came to Thailand, so that's a big deal to me.

06:54Now, drum roll please.

06:56The bathroom.

06:57Let's check this out.

06:58Good size sink and a space age toilet action.

07:01Can I try this thing?

07:02Yeah, you try it.

07:03Okay.

07:04Oh!

07:05Oh my goodness.

07:07This toilet means business.

07:09Oh, Pin.

07:10Is this jacuzzi?

07:11Yes.

07:12This is awesome.

07:13After kicking some butt at Muay Thai, I come back here.

07:15The jacuzzi is a pleasant surprise.

07:17Pin did not warn me about that.

07:19That is pretty cool.

07:20So the building is older, but the amenities are amazing.

07:24I'm digging this.

07:25You can actually see the pool from here.

07:27It's inspiring.

07:28Oh, wow.

07:29This is solid.

07:30Does it come with a free sunburn?

07:32A little bit of sunburn.

07:33Overall, I like it.

07:36Location is insane because I can get to Muay Thai on feet.

07:40And you have a dedicated desk for working.

07:43But the BTS distance is pretty far.

07:47It's more money than I want to spend.

07:49And the balcony was way too small.

07:51The chandelier is still bothering me.

07:53I want you to see if you can show me something that's not as dated.

07:57We do have that, but he's going to have to be a little bit further out.

08:01Pin's next option is cheaper.

08:04$750.

08:05Oh, okay.

08:06And more well-connected.

08:07I'm in love with the proximity to the train.

08:10But Justin wants to have his cake and eat it too.

08:13What am I doing three times a week?

08:14Muay Thai.

08:15Boom.

08:16It's so far.

08:19I've been thinking about moving abroad for a long period of time,

08:23but there was always something coming up in life keeping me in the United States.

08:27And then I discovered Muay Thai, and that really crystallized this bold new move for me.

08:33It's become a big part of my life, and I'm so incredibly committed to it, especially after what I've been through.

08:39I had a massive Achilles injury.

08:41I was rushed to the hospital.

08:42They took amazing care of me.

08:44I have an extreme depth of gratitude for the Thai people.

08:48This injury has proven that the Thailand experience is something I'm serious about, and the Muay Thai component is going to be here to stay,

08:55because even this injury couldn't take me out.

08:57But right now, my focus is getting my business where it needs to be.

09:01It's a sales consulting agency.

09:03What I understand, there's actually no closed deals in the last 90 days from that particular agent.

09:09Starting a business is a significant risk.

09:12The time zone difference is really challenging, because 90% of my clients are back in the States.

09:18But I have to bank on myself and reclaim my entrepreneur spirit.

09:23Oh, damn. He's going to bump into the car.

09:26Justin wants to live in Tonglob, where his gym is, but he also wants to have luxury, good amenities, modern, things like that.

09:33So with the budget right now, I'm thinking we should move a little bit further out to the Proconong area.

09:38It's a one bed, one bath, two stops away from Tonglob.

09:42That is a little farther than I would like.

09:44But it's very close to the BTS.

09:46It's still a very vibrant area to live, and it's bigger than the last place.

09:51Okay, I'm a little bit skeptical, but I'm hoping Pin has something up her sleeve with this long-ass drive.

09:57Welcome to Lola.

09:58The BTS is right there. You weren't kidding. It's so close.

10:01I like it. I don't mean to be a Debbie Downer, but that construction is pretty intense.

10:06It's going to be just like for a while, and that's it.

10:09Construction noise drives me crazy, but hopefully I can work through it.

10:12It's on the 11th floor, and it is listed for 750.

10:16Oh, okay. Right on the money. Let's give it a shot.

10:19Yeah. On the sixth floor, this is where the pool and gym is.

10:24This is wild.

10:26It's like if Las Vegas and Greece were allowed to have a little baby pool.

10:30It would be this whole setup. I love the vibe.

10:32That's great to hear. Do you want to check out the gym?

10:35Oh, yeah.

10:36Okay, let's go. What do you think?

10:38Oh, okay. It's a little on the smaller side, but at least it's got some good AC, and I can always jump in the pool after.

10:44Correct.

10:45Have a good workout, so it's decent.

10:47Let's check out the apartment then.

10:49I can see why Pin wanted me to look at this location. The pool is awesome and so close to BTS.

10:55I think he will find benefits to that.

10:57My biggest concern right now is how far is it from Tonglor Muay Thai, as in how many millennia away?

11:04I mean, it's a little 2015 in here. It's got the odor of a stale piece of bread. I'm just going to ignore that, but it's nice and wide open. I like this big dining table.

11:17I think it can be for even like a work setup.

11:19It even has a weird fourth chair with bonus cat hair on it. I was wondering what it was smelling. That's what it is. This place has got a cat hairball vibe.

11:26But let's check out the kitchen.

11:29All right, now right away, I'm a little claustrophobic and I can fit one pan and only one pan in the sink.

11:36Please tell me that this is a washer and a dryer.

11:38No, it's only a washer.

11:40This kitchen is very small. I can't even move around in it and everything looks old. I'm not impressed.

11:45I understand his concerns around the condition of the unit.

11:48There's like discoloration. I don't know if they like also smoked cigarettes, not only just had cats, which is kind of like the worst combo.

11:55But I do think we can talk to the landlord and see what they can do for him.

11:58I'm impressed with this bathroom. And you have a bathtub.

12:01Okay, cool. And a very convenient view right here, which could be a little questionable at times.

12:07It's for sexy time.

12:08Oh, it's for sexy time. And I guess it does brighten the place up a little bit.

12:12Yeah.

12:13Peep shows aren't exactly my thing, but hey, it's nice and bright in here.

12:16Let's head over to the bedroom.

12:19I'm having like an emotional back and forth with this place.

12:22The ceilings aren't super high, but it is consistently bright in here.

12:26Let's go ahead.

12:28All right.

12:29It's very small, which I guess I'm just going to have to get used to.

12:32Just for two people.

12:33However, it's got a really cool view. I do love the proximity to the train, but I am really turned off by that construction.

12:43Literally, I see sparks flying and my gut reaction is telling me that I'm not going to come out on the balcony and relax much, at least anytime soon.

12:50Because of the noise.

12:51Yes. Overall, on a scale of one to ten, it's a five. The price is great. Right where I need to be to protect my investment for my business.

13:00The pool was really cool and I'm in love with how close the BTS is. However, what am I doing three times a week?

13:08Muay Thai. Boom.

13:10It's only two stops.

13:12Two stops sounds decent, but logistically, I don't know if that's going to work for me.

13:16Okay.

13:17I think I could go smaller if it was close to Muay Thai and BTS.

13:22Finn saves the best location for last.

13:25One stop from Tong La.

13:26Perfect.

13:27But I don't know if I'm being punked right now. This is so small. I feel like I'm an animal at a cage.

13:34I know we have a professional relationship, but I wanted to get your opinion.

13:37What's the most popular dating app?

13:38Tinder.

13:39Oh, still in the States, Tinder. It's like a last resort, you know, but it just sounds like Asia still has it going strong.

13:45Yeah.

13:46So I am single and I'm excited to start dating and also to see if there's a cultural fit because that can be challenging when you come from completely different backgrounds, but I'm definitely excited.

13:56Let's turn up.

13:57I would attempt to describe myself as easygoing. I've stumbled upon a few people saying that I'm funny and I'll leave out the negative parts of who I am.

14:06What is that?

14:07This is a belly pork.

14:09I'm typically just a boring American eater, but I'm starting to adventure out a little bit after being in Thailand and I've discovered I don't mind spicy food.

14:19How do you say spicy?

14:20Pet.

14:21Pet.

14:22Pet.

14:23I'll drink to that. I'm hoping to find a life partner that would be great and ideal, but the number one priority is launching my own business.

14:32And as far as like expectations in a home, I'm used to having a lot of space in Charlotte and based on the house hunt, it's obviously going to be a much smaller footprint.

14:43He has to compromise because he wants to live where everybody kind of like wants to be.

14:48Pin's final option will give Justin the opportunity for an active social life while also keeping him close enough to his physical outlet.

14:55Trompong is just one station away from Tongla and train station is just five minutes walk, so it's very convenient.

15:01Great.

15:02But in a trendy area, space comes at a premium.

15:06It's listed one bed, one bath.

15:08It's a little bit on a smaller side, but you get the big balcony.

15:12Okay, Justin.

15:13All right.

15:14This is Xiaomi's 31.

15:15What do you think?

15:16Nice and modern.

15:17Yeah.

15:18I like the floral component to it.

15:19We're on the 16th floor.

15:21Great.

15:22And how much?

15:23825.

15:24Ouch.

15:25That's a little bit above what I was hoping.

15:27The price tag is a red flag, but I do like the way the neighborhood looks.

15:31I've heard good things about Prong Pom.

15:32It says exclusive right on it, so I feel important.

15:35VIP.

15:36Here we are.

15:37Wow.

15:38We are in the unit right now.

15:39Oh, already here.

15:40Just like, boom, we got an elevator flex right here.

15:43It's a private elevator and foyer.

15:45So you can sit down here and put some shoes on or...

15:48In case I have a leg injury.

15:50And I just want to point out, there's a washing machine here as well.

15:54Two in one.

15:55Cool.

15:56Finally, I've got a washer and a dryer.

15:58This is actually a big factor for me.

15:59Go ahead.

16:00Yeah.

16:01All right.

16:02Oh, wow.

16:03The kitchen area right when you walk in.

16:05Correct.

16:06So you have good-sized kitchen for single men.

16:09It's kind of small, but it's very modern.

16:12This is the bathroom right here.

16:13Correct.

16:14Immediately, I noticed I've got some sweet sneaker mirror action going on right here.

16:19And I like this shower.

16:22But what do I do in there?

16:24It's a Japanese bathtub.

16:25So maybe you cannot put your legs out, but you can soak your body in.

16:29Oh, okay.

16:30Maybe a little mini ice bath or something like that in there.

16:33Oh, okay.

16:34It's got kind of a nice, bright, open feel when you walk in.

16:38Might be able to do some of my client meetings here.

16:41High ceilings.

16:42That's a plus.

16:43But it looks like the bed is a little awkwardly placed here.

16:45Let me see if it's comfortable just to make sure.

16:49Decent.

16:50But this feels more like a studio.

16:52This is a one bed because this door closes up for you to be in a one bedroom, Justin.

16:58Let me show you.

17:00Hmm.

17:04What do you think?

17:05Um, wow.

17:08I feel like I'm an animal in a cage right now.

17:11You look like a little cute elephant.

17:12Thank you, but I need to get out.

17:14You're free?

17:15Yes.

17:16Knowing myself, if I get up on some late night and I don't know what's going on,

17:20I'm going to walk straight into this glass enclosure and lose at least one limb.

17:26Maybe I show you the highlight.

17:27The big balcony.

17:29Wow, look at this view.

17:31This is insane.

17:32Shall we?

17:33Want to have a sit?

17:34Yes.

17:35Okay, let me sit with you and enjoy the outside.

17:38This balcony is great.

17:40I don't think you can find any other apartment with this balcony.

17:43This exceeded my expectations, I'll admit.

17:45Yeah, and actually I want to show you the gym and the pull upstairs.

17:48I would love to.

17:49Okay, let's go.

17:50Okay.

17:51All right, let's take a look out here.

17:54This is really cool.

17:56You got the whole view inspiring you.

17:58It's not always a given that they actually have 50 pound weights, so I'm excited about that.

18:03Here we are at the pool.

18:06It's pretty snazzy.

18:08You got the pool with the view.

18:10The double combo.

18:11I like it.

18:12I'm really surprised how they mixed together city life and the consciousness of trees and stuff.

18:19I can dig it.

18:21Overall, I like the place and I definitely like the neighborhood.

18:25However, when I felt caged in inside of that little tiny apartment, maybe it's just my expectations, but I just felt like this is so small.

18:35It made me feel like I was in a studio.

18:37And with my work, I need to have a little bit more separation.

18:40It's not a studio.

18:41Penn has showed me some great places, so it's going to be a tough call.

18:46If I was going to put you on the spot, which one would you pick?

18:49Why?

18:50It's your decision.

18:51Thank you for your patience because I know it was a lot.

18:56I think this move has the upside of allowing me to become the best version of myself.

19:02And being in Thailand, there's a lot of amazing quality of life things that can become possible immediately.

19:09But this is the big deciding moment.

19:11Good news, bad news.

19:12There's a lot of good options.

19:13Ivy Tong lore.

19:14It's a little bit above my budget, but it's a very short walk Muay Thai.

19:19Yeah.

19:20And that's like so much of my life right now.

19:22And you have a dedicated desk for working.

19:25My number one priority is the business.

19:27However, the decor, like totally not my style at all.

19:30That chandelier is like my only nightmare in Bangkok so far.

19:35And the balcony broke my heart.

19:37This is like a postage stamp at Leluk.

19:39When we went out on that balcony, I heard the construction and I was like, no way.

19:43But then it was so close to BTS.

19:45However, not within walking distance to Muay Thai.

19:48And it's like multiple stops away.

19:50But the distance to the BTS will matter for you long term.

19:53You're going to be doing a lot of activities, not just Muay Thai.

19:55Very true.

19:56But inside, there was cat hair that I can smell and see.

20:00And the kitchen was unbelievably small.

20:03Yeah.

20:04Yeah.

20:05You had a private foyer.

20:06Coming in, you feel very exclusive.

20:08For sure.

20:09The balcony was amazing.

20:10I want that balcony so bad.

20:11But ultimately, when I was sitting in that bed, it really felt so small to me.

20:16I'm going to cut that one off the list.

20:17Okay.

20:18I like the pool vibe ultimately more at Leluk, for sure.

20:29But I don't want to be renovating and I don't want to be far away from Tongler Muay Thai.

20:35So, I have to say that because the Muay Thai visa is my number one priority and that Jacuzzi is calling my name after kicking some butt, it's a wrap.

20:44I'm going with Ivy Tongle.

20:45Okay.

20:46Yay.

20:47It feels amazing having my own place and having the neighborhood that I feel a little comfortable in.

20:54The balcony is very small, but there's at least a common area that I can hang out in.

21:00I'm able to work out, hit the pool, and the proximity to the Muay Thai gym is amazing.

21:06So, it's been a good compromise.

21:07Going back to Muay Thai after the injury has been inspiring.

21:11I think the toughest part of settling in has just been the awkwardness of being so far from home.

21:17Still kind of processing that and kind of taking it one day at a time.

21:20But the business is going exceptional.

21:22I'm starting to meet friends and dating has been an experience.

21:26Overall, this move has been the most rewarding decision of my life.

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