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Confirm the current position before signing documents or transferring funds.","publish_status":"published","published_at":"2026-07-11T04:44:07+00:00","question":"How should an off-plan villa payment schedule be structured?","question_intent":"manual","rss_enabled":true,"rss_pub_date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:44:07 GMT","schema_enabled":true,"site_key":"khao-lak-property-guide","slug":"how-should-an-off-plan-villa-payment-schedule-be-structured","source":"manual","source_record_ids":[],"source_type":"manual","source_urls":[],"status":"published","tags":["manual","reviewed"]},{"ai_json_enabled":true,"answer":"Complete a detailed inspection against plans, specification, approved variations and inventory. Test water, drainage, power, air conditioning, appliances, pool, internet, smart systems, gates and security. Record defects with photographs and deadlines. Collect permits, warranties, manuals, keys, passwords, as-built drawings and supplier contacts. 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