Michael
@mverheyen
Dutch expat in the USA
Forum posts
12
About me
Dutch
Lives in San Francisco
Speaks English, Dutch
Registration: 25 September 2009
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
Thank you to everyone here for all the valuable tips and advice. I arrived in Manchester on the 6th of January and now renting a beautiful end-terraced home in Clayton Bridge, a lovely area just east of Newton Heath. With the bus stop less than 100m ... Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
I was just curious as to the process as I am not sure where in the region I will end up living on a more permanent basis. Wire transfer is perfect! Thanks again for the info. Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
Hey Knut, I did study the deposit scheme but have a question: After vacating a property/post-inspection, how is the deposit paid-back to the former tenant? Cash, check or bank wire? Many thanks! Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
Congrats on your new digs! I often view the availabilty on both Gumtree and SpareRoom. I take it the process is the same for both; you contact the advert, schedule a meet and greet/viewing and if the place is suitable you hope you are accepted based ... Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
In preparation of my pending relo I've been researching the letting process and find it somewhat intimidating compared to the US and Netherlands and feel I must approach the issue of renting with much caution. I heard lots of horror stories out ... Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
One other question surfaced: Is tenant insurance required by landlords/letting agencies whether you rent a room or your own flat? Thanks! Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
Thank you Knut for your response as well as your responses to others. It was most helpful and appreciated and based on your comments I shall scratch Eccles off my list. I聮ve seen Chavs in action and found it best to avoid them. I arrive in ... Read More
Moving to Manchester - ideas about good areas to live in? by rachaelvr
I'm thinking about taking a job in Manchester, which would bring my partner Tim and I overseas (from the US) for a few years. The job would be in central Manchester, with some occasional trips to Liverpool. My partner and I are in our 30s/40s, no ...
Hey all. I will be arriving in Manchester very soon. To start, I intend to house/flat share upon arrival on a short term basis until I secure my own flat. Can someone tell me what areas of Salford that are nice and safe to reside versus not ... Read More
Citizen of US, mother is a Dutch citizen but living in US for 25+ yrs
Is your mother's passport valid? If it doesn't say Europese Unie on it, it's expired. Dutch Law does not recognize Dual National status or Citizenship. You're only a Dutch Citizen if you are currently registered and living in the Netherlands. I have ... Read More
Temp Employment Agencies-Manchester
Thank you HulaHula for your response and recommendation of two agencies. I'll check them out! I shouldn't be so harsh on all agencies in general as I have had some successes with a few in the past that were very proactive in providing me with steady ... Read More
Temp Employment Agencies-Manchester
Can anyone share their experiences working with Employment Agencies in Manchester? I am scheduled to relocate in March. Once I obtain my NI number I intend to persue temporary admin job assignments as I seek a full-time position within my field. My ... Read More