steveso
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Registration: 06 September 2010
Advice for US College Student and Becoming a doctor by Dhooy7
Hello my name is Derrek and I am a college student studying in the United States. I am currently a junior attending a community college to save on money. I plan on obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Human Biology. I am considering studying ...
Forget it! I am an American, who was employed in the medical field before retiring and moving to Malaysia for 8 years. Medical schools in Malaysia require 4 years of study after high school and are not very good. I would never go to a doctor in ... Read More
Migrating to Malaysia
Will you be applying for the MM2H program? I agree the RM10,000 per month stipulation is a bit risky and very high. The other alternative is to have a fixed deposit of RM150,000 or RM300,000 for a couple. Most people I know have the fixed deposit ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Malaysia
My 5 reasons are: 1. Most everyone speaks English. 2. Cost of living is cheap. 3. Great variety of Asian food. 4. Good and reasonable medical care. 5. Friendly people. Visit my blog: Retired in Malaysia Read More
Without a car in Penang by mommoves
We are moving form Bangkok to Penang. We will not have a car and have not had one for 6 months in Bangkok. We use the monorail system A LOT in Bangkok. We don't want to get a car. We are looking at the Persiaran Gurney area, as it is close to ...
Hi Mommoves. If you want to be near Tenby School, you are looking in the wrong area with Gurney Drive condos. They are way overpriced and geared to wealthy retirees. You would be better off looking in the Tanjung Tokong and Tanjung Bungha areas. The ... Read More
Applying for US Tourist Visa by Shel Rabi
Good evening I have been searching online considering the procedures of applying for an American (US) Tourist Visa. Is it really that difficult to obtain one?
You should have absolutely no problem. Have a good trip. Steve Visit my blog: Retired in Malaysia Read More
Applying for US Tourist Visa by Shel Rabi
Good evening I have been searching online considering the procedures of applying for an American (US) Tourist Visa. Is it really that difficult to obtain one?
Being a freelancer? That might be tough. Visit my blog Retired in Malaysia Read More
Applying for US Tourist Visa by Shel Rabi
Good evening I have been searching online considering the procedures of applying for an American (US) Tourist Visa. Is it really that difficult to obtain one?
No getting a US Visa is not difficult. Over 95% of applicants recieve one. If you have a job and ties in Malaysia, you will have no problem. Visit by Blog, Retired in Malaysia Read More
Looking for an expat to interview for The Star!
Does it have to be an expat living in KL? I live in Penang. Read More
MM2H by caipirinha08
Morning again, As I introduced myself in another post, now I have a few questions regarding MM2H. Under 50, you need to put down a MYR300k and can withdraw in certain circumstances half of it after a year. Over 50, MYR150 as a deposit. If you are ...
You can check out this website for any of your questions. http://www.my2home.info/index.php Read More
Buying property in Malaysia by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Malaysia? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Malaysia? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Yes foreigners can buy property in Malaysia. The minimum amount you have to spend depends upon the state you live in. Here in Penang the minimum is RM250,000 and in Perak it is RM350,000. Elsewhere it goes up to RM500,000. The process is not that ... Read More
Need your help.......
You will have absolutely no problem finding vegetarian food in KL. Happy Eating. ifoundmalaysia.com Read More
Stackable Washer and Dryer Recommendations by DaBears
Hi there...would appreciate any good recommendations on a stackable washer and dryer...we are a family of 4...thanks
I bought a regular washwer and dryer when I first moved here. After a while I bought a stacking kit where I bought my appliances. It only took a while to stack the two and it saved a lot of room. ifoundmalaysia.com Read More
RM26k a Month in KL by DaBears
Hi there...moving to KL from Chicago and have been offered RM26k a month..my wife may find some part time gig down the road and we have a 3 year old. Wonder if RM26k (before taxes) is enough to have a comfortable living in KL. Thanks..
I am retired here and most retired expats have less than RM10000 and in many cases half of that. An engineer here gets about RM6000. I spoke to a friend of mine who is professor here and he says the salary you are getting is extremely out of the ... Read More
RM26k a Month in KL by DaBears
Hi there...moving to KL from Chicago and have been offered RM26k a month..my wife may find some part time gig down the road and we have a 3 year old. Wonder if RM26k (before taxes) is enough to have a comfortable living in KL. Thanks..
That's way more than enough. The average Malaysian family of 4 lives on RM3000 a month. You will be living on the equivalent of $8600USD a month, much more than the average family back home. You will live like a king - a very rich one. Read More
Living in Malaysia !!! by nehar
Hi this is Nehar from Bangalore in India, looking to relocate to Kuala Lumpur in July. Would require some help in understanding the lifestyle in Malaysia. I am coming there on a work visa with a salary of 2000 ringget. I would like to know if this ...
Try this site. http://www.caribilik.my/rooms/kuala_lumpur Read More
Living in Malaysia !!! by nehar
Hi this is Nehar from Bangalore in India, looking to relocate to Kuala Lumpur in July. Would require some help in understanding the lifestyle in Malaysia. I am coming there on a work visa with a salary of 2000 ringget. I would like to know if this ...
Hi Nehar. Congrats on the new job. I think you will be okay on RM2000 a month, as long as you don't live it up too much. Local food is cheap and also very good. I believe the average income of a family of 4 in Malaysia is RM3000, so you should be ... Read More
health insurance/ medical card
Hi I use Kurnia Insurance MediGuard. Here is the site :kurnia.com/malaysia/ Just click on View All Our Products and you will see their types of insurance. Good luck. Steve Read More
Where to Live
Hi Eddie. I am an American who retired to Malaysia 3 years ago and love it. Check out my blog at malaysiafound.com Here is a website for penang properties (moderated: no free ads please) Let me know if you need any more info. Steve Read More