LuisCavalho
American looking for information about Qatar
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Registration: 14 December 2022
How much do you guys pay for a long term car rental
Every time I rent a car, I check for hidden costs 鈥� insurance, tolls, mileage, and especially late return fees. Some companies are super strict and will charge an extra day even if you鈥檙e 30 minutes late.I also bring a USB charger, aux ... Read More
Company incorporation by awcarly
Hi, I am almost finished paying for my house in Yambol, I still need to find a reputable company that can offer remote company formation, I have been quoted 1400 euros from a lawyer based in Sofia. I am a bit wary of using generic companies as they ...
I set up a company in Bulgaria last year while still living abroad, and I know what you mean about being cautious鈥攅specially when handing over passport info to companies you鈥檝e never met. I went through a small legal firm based in ... Read More
Relocating to Portugal 鈥� need moving company recommendations
Hey everyone 鈥� I鈥檒l be relocating to Portugal in a few weeks and I鈥檓 currently looking into moving companies that are reliable, careful with belongings, and fairly priced.I鈥檝e seen ThreeMovers mentioned a few times, but ... Read More
Relocating to Ireland from the US - tax questions
Hey everyone, I鈥檒l be relocating to Ireland in a few weeks and I鈥檓 in the process of looking for a moving company that鈥檚 trustworthy, careful, and reasonably priced. I鈥檝e come across ThreeMovers in a few threads, has anyone ... Read More
Looking to Malta as a possible place to retire next year by ATLMSK
Hi,My name is Michael and I work in Atlanta, GA. I'm in discussions with my financial advisor as to potentially moving to Malta, primarily because I'm worried about leaning a new language. We are working on the budget now and I had a couple ...
Michael, expect 鈧�1,200鈥撯偓1,800/month for a 2-bed near the coast, 鈧�150鈥撯偓250 for utilities, 鈧�30鈥撯偓50 for internet. Private insurance runs 鈧�1,500鈥撯偓2,500/year. Public buses work in Valletta, ... Read More
Ways to lower your expenses/best deals (expats in Germany)? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hello everyone! I鈥檓 a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we鈥檙e working on an article featuring expats鈥� top tips for finding great deals in their host countries. With the cost of living on the rise, we鈥檇 love to hear your ...
Lidl/Aldi for groceries, Rossmann/DM for toiletries, Vinted/Humana for clothes. Rent outside center, use monthly transit, buy second-hand furniture. Compare utilities, use Too Good To Go, loyalty cards, cashback. And plan, you should be ok ig. Read More
Field mouse? by Kath948381
We or rather I saw a very small mouse with a long tail upstairs in our village house this morning and husband saw one downstairs close to the kitchen sink. Maybe it was the same one. I don't think it's a house mouse as the food stuff upstairs ...
Yep, probably a field mouse, just wandered in, doesn鈥檛 mess with food, and leaves no droppings. Hot weather likely drove it inside. Check gaps around doors, windows, and the sink to keep it out. Read More
Need help for house and garden by GuestPoster107789
Dear friends, I will be arriving in the begining of September and going to check some of the things which has to be done in my land.I have no tools or equipements, is there anyone who could assist or advice with my house and the garden and of course ...
Joseph, you need to give specifics, what work, garden/house size, tools, location, and pay. Read More
Recommendations for tax adviser? by Ames4
I have a job offer in Sweden with the employer offsetting some taxation on certain benefits. Keen to understand my likely after tax income as soon as possible, based on my salary, and how these other benefits would work. Does anyone have a ...
Use Skatteverket鈥檚 calculator. Read More
Real estate agent recommendations by mondocanemsr
can someone recommend a real estate agent to help me buy or rent in North Sicily especially between Palermo and Messina. I have located some properties in Provincia di Messina but need someone to represent my interest. Thank you
I鈥檇 say try looking around Cefal霉 or Termini Imerese area, lots of agents there speak decent English and are used to working with foreigners. When I was looking near Messina, I had better luck reaching out to smaller local agencies ... Read More
Ways to lower your expenses/best deals (expats in Italy)? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hello everyone! I鈥檓 a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we鈥檙e working on an article featuring expats鈥� top tips for finding great deals in their host countries. With the cost of living on the rise, we鈥檇 love to hear your ...
One thing that鈥檚 helped me a ton is shopping at local markets instead of big chains. Prices are usually way better, and you get fresher stuff too. Also, I鈥檝e learned to check out expat FB groups, people are always sharing deals or ... Read More
OMAD/IF/KETO by Friday with Mateo
Hi all,I was wondering if any members here are currently doing Intermittent fasting, one-meal-a-day or keto ... ???Back about 3.5 years ago, I quit all refined sugar products, processed food, and began IF/OMAD/KETO lifestyle.It was one of the most ...
@Friday with Mateo I鈥檝e been doing IF in HCMC for a couple years: 18:6 most days, OMAD when work gets crazy. Dropped 14 kg and my A1c went from prediabetic to normal. Eating out, I just ask for 鈥渒hong duong鈥� and swap rice for extra ... Read More
"What to look for on: TV, Online, Radio, & Cinema" by SimCityAT
I've watched a couple of films lately, and I recommend them both. 1) Irena鈥檚 Vow19 year old Irena Gut is promoted to housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer in Poland when she finds out that the Jewish ghetto is about to be ...
@SimCityAT The plot鈥檚 clich茅, action鈥檚 okay, and jokes mostly miss. Leads have some chemistry but weak script holds them back. Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
C: 27 in W of Europe, too hot my friend. Read More
F card after break up by Analucia1979
Good Morning to all : I have a question and hoping someone has or had the same situation as mine : I had a cohabitated partnership for almost a year and therefore I got my residency Permit card for five years and this expires in 2029 . He ended up ...
IBZ wants proof you still qualify for your permit after the breakup. Send your new address, job contract, insurance, and language course info quickly. Check with Antwerpen municipality first. Lawyer only if they reject you or try to revoke your ... Read More
OMAD/IF/KETO by Friday with Mateo
Hi all,I was wondering if any members here are currently doing Intermittent fasting, one-meal-a-day or keto ... ???Back about 3.5 years ago, I quit all refined sugar products, processed food, and began IF/OMAD/KETO lifestyle.It was one of the most ...
I tried intermittent fasting and some keto phases over the past couple years, and yeah, you really notice a difference with energy and focus after a few weeks. It鈥檚 not super easy at first, especially if you love noodles or sweets, but cutting ... Read More
Need help with water line installation
We鈥檙e building a detached garage and I鈥檓 trying to figure out who to call for proper water line installation. We鈥檒l need everything done professionally, from trenching to final plumbing fixtures. I found AnytimePlumbing while ... Read More
Car Importation by gareth24
I brought my EU registered in Spain Toyota to Malta with the knowledge that I meet their criteria to be exempt from importation tax as I have owned the car more than 2 years and lived outside of Malta for 2 years. But as is normal here the Tax ...
Malta鈥檚 import tax is harsh and often enforced despite exemptions. The tribunal won鈥檛 help without legal pressure. Driving the car to Sicily every 3鈥�6 months to avoid tax is risky, Transport Malta can seize it and has the legal ... Read More
Recommendations for good estate agents around Sofia by Julieoutram
Hi, Julie here, me and my partner are looking to move to Bulgaria early next year. We are coming over Oct/Nov for viewings in the north but wondered if anyone could recommend good estate agents about 1 hour or so from Sofia as want to look at ...
Julie, skip big agencies, they push overpriced listings. Check towns like Pernik, Dupnitsa, or Samokov about an hour from Sofia for decent amenities. Read More
Have You Moved with a Moving Company Recently? by MacKenzie12
Has anyone here recently moved with the help of a moving company? I'm planning a relocation soon and would love to hear about your experiences. Did the movers handle your belongings with care? Were they punctual and professional? Any companies you'd ...
I moved last winter from an apartment to a new place across the city and I used a moving company named Three Movers because I just didn鈥檛 have the time to do it myself. The carriers actually showed up on time and handled my boxes without any ... Read More
Permanent residency application by kari2g
Hi, everyone! My boyfriend (from the UK) has a temporary residency in Bulgaria for 5 years which expires in January 2026. He is eligible to apply for Permanent Residency. Somewhere, I read that the process should be started two months in advance. ...
For your 10-year residency, don鈥檛 just 鈥済o with the flow.鈥� Bulgarian bureaucracy moves slow and loves surprises. Read More
Gambling in The Netherlands by Pr0be
So after extensive research, I'm not getting a clear answer on some of these gambling queries: - Are you allowed to bet on UK sports, using your UK betting and bank account? If so: - Do you need to pay Dutch taxes on winnings still? In the ...
I moved from the UK to the Netherlands a couple of years ago and had similar questions, especially around tax on gambling winnings. While gambling is tax-free in the UK, the rules in NL are stricter. The Belastingdienst treats you as a tax resident, ... Read More
Rentals -Tax treatment by Toon
Rental income 鈥� Tax treatmentThis article will explain the tax treatment between a company or/and an individual who own a property which is rented to tenants assuming it is their main source of income (i.e turnover more than Euro 15,600 per ...
If you're renting out a property as a main source of income, tax treatment can get quite tricky. I鈥檝e gone through the process myself, and one of the biggest factors is whether it's classified as a short-term or long-term rental. Short-term ... Read More
Email services blocked by China's Great Wall? Gmail, hotmail. etc. by CaliRay
I'm often asked what email services work in China that don't require a VPN to access. I don't know of any VPNs that can be downloaded while in China. Any information about this is appreciated.
@CaliRayIn my experience, most of the major email services like Gmail, Yahoo, and Outlook are blocked in China without a VPN. If you're there and don't have a VPN, you might try using local services like QQ Mail or 163.com, which are accessible ... Read More
What city to visit in the USA ? by vincenzocurtov
Hi, I'm Italian from PalermoI would like some advice on what is a civilized and polite city with a nice hotel to visit in the USA
I鈥檇 say check out Charleston, South Carolina. I went there a couple of years ago and it鈥檚 such a friendly, polite city with a lot of history. The streets are beautiful and walkable, and there are some really nice hotels in the historic ... Read More
Watch repair - Siem Reap
The Old Market area is definitely a good spot for quality watch services. Additionally, if you鈥檙e looking for a wider selection of bands or more specialized options, you might also want to visit the Night Market nearby. They often have unique ... Read More
Question about E-cigarettes by bonnie28
Would anyone be willing to tell me if聽 Juul Pods can be purchased in Las Terrenas and where?
I鈥檝e been to Las Terrenas a few times, and I know that finding Juul Pods there might be a bit tricky. I didn鈥檛 spot any specialized vape shops during my stays, so you might have to check out local convenience stores or pharmacies for ... Read More
Updated building Costs
In places like California, $250-$300 per square foot isn't uncommon given the high cost of land and labor. However, your architect鈥檚 estimate of under $100/SF using local resources in Isabela sounds promising, especially if he鈥檚 ... Read More
Planning to relocate for work in Dubai by dagni2013
Hello all Hope everyone is very well. I am Daniela, Italian living in London for over 10 years and now planning to relocate for work in Dubai. I am looking for a flat or room to rent, initially for one months or two, just to settle in and understand ...
For short-term rentals, try checking out Airbnb or local rental sites like Bayut or Property Finder. Read More
Recommendations for moving companies, US to France by Robert Uomini
My daughter will be moving her household items from California to Brittany next April. Can anyone who has shipped to France from California please share their experiences? Yes, I know about Crown International. I moved some of my stuff with them ...
@Robert UominiI moved from California to Europe a few years back. I found that the key to a smooth transition is clear communication with the moving company. One important tip is to get a detailed inventory list and clear instructions on what can ... Read More
Getting Married With Filipina by abuzar619
Hi Dear All, I would like to seek a prudent and cordial advice and guidance for the subjected. My girl friend is a Filipina Nurse working in Al-Hassa and i,m working in Dammam we planning to get married i tried to go Sharia Court (Muhkama in Dammam) ...
@abuzar619You can get the marriage forms from the 91 area mosque in Dammam. It's a bit tricky to find, but just ask a local or use Google Maps for directions. Read More
Permanent family visa by theodore279
Hey guys Good morning. I'm an engineer by profession. I want to bring my wife on permanent family visa to kingdom. Since last week I'm trying to apply through absher, but i'm not able to do. Every-time i give "Apply new ...
@theodore279It usually means your company's records with Istiqdam or Jawazat aren't fully updated, even if HR thinks they are. Double-check with HR about the Chamber of Commerce attestation and Sponsor鈥檚 CR update. Visiting the Istiqdam office ... Read More
blacklisted in Saudi, Can i travel in Dubai by shajahanshaji
i am blacklisted in saudi arabia can i travel in dubai
@shajahanshajiBeing blacklisted in one country doesn't necessarily mean you can't travel to another, like Dubai. Read More
Housing for Africans in the UAE by shikusantana6
Why is it currently the norm to be denied rentals in Dubai and Sharjah if you are an African? Irrespective of work status, no Africans are allowed to rent in the building. I've been told by several agents that even the ones who hold tenancy ...
Discrimination of any kind is not only unfair but also goes against the principles many places claim to uphold. It's definitely a complex issue, and unfortunately, not uncommon in some places despite laws against it. Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
I was in a similar situation when I decided to buy a business in Canada. Initially, I made a few exploratory trips to understand the market and local regulations. Like you, I had significant business experience, but I found that local knowledge and ... Read More
looking for a table tennis partner by qatar78
Hi, I am looking for a table tennis partner to play with in the evenings. QBC or other places? Thanks
Did you find it on the game or in real life? Read More