Hi everyone, nice to e-meet you all
Just got my EP approval so I'm officially moving to Singapore from the US in early August. I will have a very tight schedule to find a place to live before starting work. I'd love to have your thoughts on my question/plan as below. Any input is greatly appreciated 🙏🙏
1. My office is right next to Tanjong Pagar station so I'm looking for a studio along the green MRT. My budget is around 1500 to 1800. I'm already looking at areas like Paya Lebar, do you have any recommendations on other areas that I should look into?
2. I already have a list of places I want to view on PropertyGuru. Should I work directly with an agent? Is it possible to view all the places/sign a lease/move-in within 3-4 week days?
3. I know Airbnb is illegal in Singapore, but I need a place to stay while looking for another place 😂😂😂. Should I just stay in an Airbnb or a hotel just to be safe? How do I find one?
4. I'm moving from the US but I'm originally from Vietnam. I'll fly back and forth between home and Singapore, so is it legal to bring cooked food (rice, meat, etc)?
5. Anything else I need to know and prepare?
Thanks in advance for all of your input!