DOC & BEAN
We’re Doc & Bean — a married couple who retired early and relocated overseas to build a more intentional life abroad.
After decades in high-responsibility careers, we chose early retirement, financial flexibility, and living internationally instead of the traditional work-until-65 path. Thailand is our current base, and we share what life actually looks like after the move.
This channel is for people planning early retirement, retirement abroad, or a long-term move overseas who want real information, not hype.
We focus on the financial and lifestyle realities that matter most, including Thailand visas, cost of living, retirement budgeting, housing, healthcare, transportation, safety, and expat planning.
We break down how Social Security, pensions, and savings translate to real life outside the U.S., with a focus on Southeast Asia.
If you’re considering early retirement or living abroad, you’re in the right place.
DOC & BEAN
We left Thailand after 30 days — not because we didn’t like it, but because the visa reality catches people off guard.
Before worrying about how good life can be in Thailand, it helps to understand how long you can actually stay and what that means long term.
We put together a free Thailand Reality Check for anyone still deciding if this move makes sense.
Watch the video here ➡️ https://youtu.be/o6J6-yJaNs4
👉 www.docandbean.com/travelresources
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Thinking about living in Thailand but unsure if it actually makes sense long term?
Before worrying about visas or costs, we put together a free Thailand Reality Check to help you think clearly about the decision.
👉 www.docandbean.com/travelresources
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We finally found our Bangkok condo and are taking you inside for a full apartment and building tour. This is the place we chose after searching and comparing options in Thailand.
If you are thinking about living in Bangkok or curious about what condo life is really like here, you’ll want to see this.
💬 Would you live here Yes or no
Watch now https://youtu.be/UdunNjs7-FE
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📌 HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THAILAND VISA'S
If you have questions about visas or the process of moving overseas, reach out to ISSA Group. They were helpful in answering our questions and offer a free 15MIN consultation to help you understand your options.
If you decide to book with them and use our code 9R7JR3F9, you will get 500 baht off your service.
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You will not believe this budget friendly apartment we toured in Bangkok. The building, the amenities, the vibe all surprised us.
If you are thinking about living in Bangkok or moving abroad, this one is worth a watch.
💬 Would you live here Yes or no 👀
Watch the video here ➡️ https://youtu.be/At65wi6Bjrw
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🏠 When choosing an apartment what matters most to you?
💬 Drop a comment and tell us why you picked that option
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What is the craziest thing you've eaten in another country?
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This is a must watch! It was so much fun trying all the foods.
➡️https://youtu.be/2EEFPZoQFMg
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We finally said the part out loud that everyone kept asking but nobody wanted to talk about…
Why we chose Thailand instead of Africa as Black Americans.
This video is honest, respectful, and real — cost of living, visas, identity, cultural expectations… all of it.
🔥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/uB0CqYMD9_A
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Poll: What scares you most about moving abroad?
Even with all the planning, moving abroad is real. What makes you second guess moving?
Visas + paperwork
Leaving family
Money
Starting over
Healthcare + safety
👇 We’ve felt ALL of these. Which one hits you the hardest?
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