aristophanes
Indonesian expat in the USA
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Registration: 27 June 2013
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Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back by aristophanes
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ...
Ah, a fellow NY-er. I agree that RE in the right location is the best bet for investment. Even here, the price is slowly creeping up. Read More
Jakarta is a city of Traffic Jam by win77
where u can explore traffic all day long...
Silly question, is cycling considered to be a good idea there? Fyi, I used to cycle, albeit short distance in Jakarta but that was eons ago. I've heard that traffic is much worse nowadays. I knew then, it was impossible for pedestrians to safely ... Read More
Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back by aristophanes
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ...
Like they said, Ubudian, "it's all about the money". There was this horror case I've heard about a land purchase which turned out to be illegitimate. The new owner built a nice property and the next thing they know, the land was claimed by the ... Read More
Hiring a domestic maid by Lolaz
Hi everyone! I will be relocating to Jakarta in a few months time with my family. As we will need to get a domestic maid like everyone else living there, I need tips or advise on getting a good domestic maid. Would also appreciate any particular ...
Ulfah, You have to remember, your sister will be working in Indonesia, not Taiwan. The average cost of living is different, so does the average income. Even though she is THAT good, she's competing with thousands even millions of other Indonesian ... Read More
Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back by aristophanes
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ...
Thanks Ubudian and Phil, I learn that for RE, it's better to have the properties near you or have someone you really trust live around those properties. About the casino in Indo, I'm a bit hesitate whether it can be implemented. I'm sure you are ... Read More
Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back by aristophanes
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ...
Bali is getting really crowded. Like Jakarta, without a proper infrastructure, I wonder how much longer both cities can last. I do agree that the economy growth Indonesia is experiencing, won't last forever but I doubt the downfall will be as ... Read More
Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back by aristophanes
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ...
House prices have doubled or more in the last 18 months. This hasn't been matched by salaries so people are taking out bigger and bigger loans that many will have trouble paying back if there is even a small downward shift in their salary. Retail ... Read More
Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back by aristophanes
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ...
Masfred, I saw --from other threads, that you're paying about $2.5K/year for a 3+1 beds in a patrolled estate. Which area are you living in? Read More
Indonesians Living Abroad, Thinking About Going Back
Indonesian here currently living abroad. I understand that the living cost there has grown exponentially and the land price has rocketed in the past few years. So, I was wondering how much one should make in order to live comfortably in Jakarta? ... Read More