MOHCTEP
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Sending and receiving packages in Switzerland by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Switzerland? Is the public ...
If you live close to German or French border you have an option to receive your packages there. If you are in Central Switzerland , don't order anything you might want to return back to EU. You will never get your customs duties back. It is very ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Shame people let others linger and deteriorate to that state before their loved-one is dead. What is the point? Fear? Lack of options? Religiosity? End of life is one of the major events people have the least control of. Few prepare for it, even ... Read More
If you could live in Asia , where would you choose? by Guest6824
for me. I will choose Viet Nam or Singapore :D :kiss:
I like clean, civilized society that enjoys fine craftsmanship and Winter sports- JAPAN Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
On a different topic: What is up with Hungarian government hate for trees and green spaces in Budapest? Budapest is loosing more and more green spaces. There was a charming Semmelweiss street shaded by old trees that created a natural arch over the ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Switzerland
Agree. I feel Swiss German is not necessary , German-German is quite understood by everyone. Read More
Recruitment Company Lotus Partners by storm1973
Well, presently living in the UK. I have a desire to return to Switzerland in particular Geneva or Basel. Applied for a few roles on line, mostly direct as I dislike recruitment companies. Never or very rarely have they worked or know anything ...
Agree. Most UK recruitment shops are terrible or worse. Hobson Prior is the biggest offender among them. It appears their middle management gauges the effectiveness of their agents by how many calls a day they make. Whether those calls were ... Read More
Free and low-cost leisure activities in Switzerland by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding leisure activities that are free or low-cost in Switzerland. This information will give future expats (or even current expats) an idea regarding some of leisure activities that they might ...
If you live in Switzerland and is able body person it is obvious what to do : Skiing every day you can. You live within driving/train-ride distance of the most spectacular mountain ranges ans ski slopes in the world. People pay thousands and fly ... Read More
Finding work in Switzerland by MarioElla
Hello everyone, My partner and I are moving to Switzerland for his PhD and I am looking for a job. Does relocating to Switzerland help to find a job there or is it better to search from your home country and have found a job before moving? Thank you
Of course relocating to SW gives you better chances. Looking for a job in SW from abroad is not a problem but you would have to come for FtF interviews anyway and the question of your residency will come up right away, especially in SW since it is ... Read More
Online shopping in Switzerland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Switzerland? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently ...
Shopping for small items over 40CHF and shipping them from outside of SW is not worth it. Customs will charge 8% VAT plus bullshit charges for their bullshit services . At the end you end up paying from 50 to 25% on the items priced from 40 to 100 ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
I see your irony and I double it. Warren Buffet has been praised by every liberal toilet paper for saying that tax code is unfair in US and his secretary should not pay more income taxes than him... Fast-forward to today Warren Buffet who is 40 ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Belgium can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Belgium? What are the ...
Brussels is not representative of Belgium, it does not belong to French or Dutch tribal area. Living in Brussels and thinking you know Belgium is like living in New York and thinking you know USA. Mastery of English is a litmus test of any ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Best weather year around I have ever experienced is in Belgium. Never too hot or too cold. Rains for 20 minutes then sunny again. And never ever that suffocating American humidity. Now the best seasons are another topic. Winter is the best in ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Oh please. What nonsense. Thus the rest of the post is easily dismissed on basis of such ignorance. The USA survived McCarthy, and Nixon. It will survive Trump. Meanwhile, in Hungary, the PM actually promotes illiberal states...Lol. Is that how you ... Read More
Salary For Senior PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer
My employer told me I would not qualify for BlueCard because my work-title is not senior director or VP level. Allegedly in Belgium you have to have salary over median BEL pay-rate as well as specific title indicating that you are executive or hi ... Read More
Salary For Senior PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer
Your take home will be less that 3000/month. 3 of You can survive on this, but you r not going to save anything. For salaries use Glassdoor.com Read More
Salary for Belgium
Sean you must be next Sergey Brin or John Nash. Read More
Need help, guidance and advise (Immediate) by zoyakhan
Hi Friends, My Husband has got an offer from Belgium , with a take home salary of 2.000€ net per month (in pocket). We are only two and have moderate style of living. We are currently residing in Saudi Arabia and earning 7000 USD tax free ...
I would advise you against accepting employment in Belgium. It is extremely xenophobic (racist) country to anyone who is not Dutch or French depending on the location. Don't think that because there are lot of foreigners, immigrants or because ... Read More
Salary in Belgium by Karthik.kumar23
I would like to know what is the average salary for an IT Embedded Software Development professional with 10 years of work experience with a MS degree in Computer Engineering. I am trying to negotiate salary with an US based embedded software ...
I would advise you against accepting employment in Belgium. It is extremely xenophobic (racist) country to anyone who is not Dutch or French depending on the location. Don't think that because there are lot of foreigners, immigrants or because ... Read More
Work permit in Basel?
Wife is EU citizen I am USA citizen. My wife received a job offer in Basel. I would have to relocate with her to Switzerland. My concern is how long does the procedure of registering at a local canton in Basel takes for a spouse of EU citizen? How ... Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
I am willing to pay any asking price and still cannot find carpenter. They are all in Austria working for 3 times the money... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Agree on the parks. However, the pollution standards are the same across the EU so a car in Germany has to be to the same standard as those in Hungary. The problem is that governments of Europe encouraged the use of diesel cars because of ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
I think regulations on NGOs is important issue. NGOs are often tool of Western liberal elite to subvert political opinion and create favorable conditions for their economic agenda. I'd go step further and say that some NGOs are used as fronts ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
I read about referendum results. I have a mixed feelings of the refugee process/status in general. I was a refugee myself when I left USSR and entered the US. I had an official status of refugee, but the benefits did not go as far as they are in ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
True. But blanket labeling 800,000 people all as economic migrants without even bothering to first check their individual back story is not following the established process by any stretch of the imagination.I've never implied that all of the ... Read More
What are the next areas to develop by falul
Hi I am considering on buying a house/apartments for investment. Where do you reckon I should look for in order to find the new developing areas or the next undiscovered yet? Thanks!
I read about it. Government made banks convert loans away from Swiss Frc etc. etc. Irish investors went bust in early 2000s before that. However one would expect banks to tighten requirements for down-payments and request strong collateral from ... Read More
What are the next areas to develop by falul
Hi I am considering on buying a house/apartments for investment. Where do you reckon I should look for in order to find the new developing areas or the next undiscovered yet? Thanks!
Here are my thoughts on current state of BP property market. Property market have changed in HU in the last 4 years. Apartments are overpriced in all central areas V, VI, VIII. Purchasing renovated apt. and then renting it is no longer that ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
I watched one of those marches (a few thousand people) from my balcony at Muzeum krt. I think it was on 22 of May. I don't follow HU politics. What is this all about? What do people protest? The organizers yelled through megaphone ... Read More
How has your life changed in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Belgium? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
I am sure it is slightly better in larger cities like Brussels or Antwerp, but anyone who is planning to move to Belgium should NOT consider smaller towns in Flanders. People are incredibly xenophobic and racist, few speak any language besides ... Read More
Advice needed please! by jane98
Hi Everyone, I need some advice about what are my rights, I am a pregnant employee, been in the company for almost 3 years now. Just last Friday I was verbally informed that I will be fired due to company reorganization. (my job position will ...
Hey, hey why don't you speak Dutch? I don't have to speak English to you, this is Belgium. Oh, you work for US Co. in Belgium, you are not an immigrant asking for hand outs you actually earning more than me and paying taxes that support me ... Read More
Buying property in Hungary by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Hungary? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Hungary? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Permits: I did not get any permits just afterwards inspections for Gas boiler and new Electrical board. Inside the apartment I renovated everything without any permits (that is really a blessing of Hungary compare to Western EU or US) But, that is ... Read More
Buying property in Hungary by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Hungary? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Hungary? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
I think market is overpriced right now in 5 & premium 6. For DIY reno; You need to know how to do underfloor heating. Heating is open gas in most old apartments and needs to be replaced. Need some carpentry skills for floor joists and such. ... Read More
Pets in Switzerland
Some people have extreme fear of large dogs. It is a sort of phobia. So animal that you perceive as cuddly and friendly pet looked upon by some people as potential threat to their life. My wife has extreme fear of dogs, she would not accompany me ... Read More
3150 gross salary fair enough to live in Brugge area for a couple? by Christine27
[color=#4b4b4b]Hello everyone! I had a job offer, near Roeselare city for an IT/designer job, permanent contract, for[b] 3150 euro gross[/b] salary (they said net amount after taxes would be [b]2000 Euro[/b], right?) and paid 13.85 months, ...
Don't loose your sleep over this. This is how things are done here, slow and inefficient or not at all. Adjust your expectations when in Belgium and you will be at peace. Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
I am looking for professional quality carpenter to build a few custom furniture pieces and small doors in my apartment. Overall 2 large cabinets and 2 sets of doors (4 all together). The site is in Budapest , Muzeum korut. Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Hungary by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Hungary can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Hungary? What are the ...
And thus another attempt at joke has failed... :( Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Hungary by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Hungary can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Hungary? What are the ...
You, having a misconception about Hungary... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Belgium can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Belgium? What are the ...
I thought of a few more misconceptions. 1. Belgian chocolate must be great, after all that is what Belgium is known for. While Godiva is good and available everywhere in the World , one would expect to find hidden unknown local producers who are ... Read More
3150 gross salary fair enough to live in Brugge area for a couple? by Christine27
[color=#4b4b4b]Hello everyone! I had a job offer, near Roeselare city for an IT/designer job, permanent contract, for[b] 3150 euro gross[/b] salary (they said net amount after taxes would be [b]2000 Euro[/b], right?) and paid 13.85 months, ...
Don't be surprised to be rejected under some made up pretense simply because you are a strange and scary foreigner from another EU country. :) Your net salary will be very tight, but possible to live on especially since you can reduce your tax ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Belgium can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Belgium? What are the ...
Misconceptions: 1. Since Belgium makes to top 10 in School education system on a regular basis, people must speak English here. (Wrong) 2. Since Belgium capital is also capital of EU and 50% of population are Dutch the country must be very open ... Read More
Illegal business by my neighbour.
I would imagine this is also a local police issue. Read More
Customer care in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Belgium and ...
Places catering to tourists in Antwerp or Brussels will usually provide American type of customer service: friendly and easy going without judgement. All other places , it is a mixed bag. Let's just say that thanks to Belgians now I have an idea ... Read More
What is your favorite Hungarian dish or food item? by GuestPoster279
For a snack, breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert.
Hungarian potato soup with smoked salami - perfect Winter food. Various salami and sausages are the best in the world. Generally HU cuisine is idiosyncratic, as if Hungary was located somewhere in Scandinavia or Siberia; all dishes are very heavy ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Switzerland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Switzerland can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
Now imagine foreigner in France vis a vis native Frenchmen. Same exact thing mon ami. Read More
Hungary and Hungarian idiosyncrasies by Marilyn Tassy
Yes the Hungarian language is very monotone , I find mostly men speak that way when talking in English. Then again my American sister lived in the UK for 10 years with her Welsh born husband, had a ton of Irish friends and worked in London for a ...
I have had one repeating experience with my HU buddies: they r all like to promise great things (Let's go to the wine country next time you in BP, let's go skiing to AUS, let me help you with ....insert an issue.....), but none of these ... Read More
Essentials to live in Hungary by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Hungary, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Hungary? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I bring any luxury items. Cosmetic products. Fragrance. I do use my US audio amplifier through transformer and it has been working fine for the past 3 years. I would not bring a toaster , but some rare/expensive electrical appliance might still be ... Read More
Peoples mood. community and stuff by TornadoHH
I've been living here for 5 years now (Budapest) and recently i feel it is really going down hill community wise. I see more n more stressed and tired faces - in stores, on the streets etc. I always greet and try to be friendly but i don't ...
Hungarians don't like foreigners? Have you been to Belgium recently? :) It is Pan-EU problem, imo. Europe still lives in small tribal societies where thinking small is encouraged and even called patriotic (whatever benefits local elected ... Read More
Internet Speeds And Reliability In Budapest by Enfusia
Hi all, I've looked at the internet forum for BP and couldn't find this answered directly. I make my living online and so this is critically important to me. 1. How reliable (up time, service issues etc...) is the internet in BP? 2. How ...
50USD / month for calls in HU? That is too much! I hope this rip off will end in 2017 when roaming will be abolished and EU becomes one cellphone market like in US. Read More
Pit falls of living in Hungary by marwood47
Many out there some of witch are new to Hungary and others being hear some time. I my self been hear first just visiting and then hear moor often but ill health I have to return to Uk many times in a year. I wish to make one or two things clear if ...
Land registry in HU is all right. All info is online and could be easily checked. Bought my apt. 3 years ago had no problems registering the sale or with any property formalities for that matter. Lawyer was a funny, small-time swindler by did his ... Read More
What do you like the most in Hungary? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Hungary? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Hungary and the reason why you enjoy ...
Plus you can be at Paris Paris buffet within minutes and then take gondola ride at Venice Venice. Read More
What do you like the most in Hungary? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Hungary? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Hungary and the reason why you enjoy ...
Budapest is what Paris used to be in 1960s , plus modern conveniences. Can I afford to live in the center of Paris in 150 meter apartment in gorgeous 19 Century building? If I could, I'd be living there. Read More
Importing a car to Hungary from EU country by GuestPoster109
Hi to all, I wish to get any feedback from anyone who has experienced the importation of a car to Hungary from another EU country. Is it worth to do it ? Is the Hungarian registration procedure very smooth and not too costly? I'm thinking of a ...
And yet, I wished we had CA emissions in Europe so that Budapest facades would not look charred from all those "planet saving" diesel cars. Read More
Importing a car to Hungary from EU country by GuestPoster109
Hi to all, I wish to get any feedback from anyone who has experienced the importation of a car to Hungary from another EU country. Is it worth to do it ? Is the Hungarian registration procedure very smooth and not too costly? I'm thinking of a ...
The EU cannot figure out how to get transparent mobile phone system, let alone insurance. I still have to pay international charges for calling from Belgium to Luxembourg despite being 10 km away and I have to dial 00 or + country code + city code ... Read More
Importing a car to Hungary from EU country by GuestPoster109
Hi to all, I wish to get any feedback from anyone who has experienced the importation of a car to Hungary from another EU country. Is it worth to do it ? Is the Hungarian registration procedure very smooth and not too costly? I'm thinking of a ...
This thread begs the question: What is the point of registering anything in HU? In unlikely case you being checked by police your foreign passport or residency card would get them off your back. What could be a possible benefit of Re-registering ... Read More
Top 5 tips to live in Hungary by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Hungary. What recommendations would you ...
I think you are just trolling for arguments, GB has exactly the same rules for Ukrainian nationals. Read More
Top 5 tips to live in Hungary by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Hungary. What recommendations would you ...
I concur with this sentiment. AVOID http://www.admiralstudio.hu/, this is a high end brick and mortar store in Buda. Went there with my Hungarian friend, he translated/assisted in placing order. I pointed at the kitchen hood in their showroom, said ... Read More
Buying a cafe in Budapest by usafpj
Good Day everyone. I posted here before about purchasing a vendeghaz and got a lot of excellent information. Now my plans have changed and I'm thinking more about purchasing a cafe in Budapest as well as flats to rent out. For clarification I ...
You can get a loan in HU with foreign income and large downpayment. In some cases you will need a guarantor or co-signer who is HU citizen, but that is really up to the Bank. Even with permanent residency card if you leave country of residency for ... Read More
recommendations for international moving companies by trickrider
I am moving from the U.S. to Hungary in the next few weeks and would appreciate recommendations for excellent moving companies. At the moment, I'm considering Rainier Overseas Movers. Anyone familiar with them? Other ideas?
Noticed your old books comment and wonder if you could name a few Viennese markets or places where English selection is good. I collect autobiographies from 19 C, and would appreciate the info. Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
It depends, If your windows are very tall or unusual shape arch-shaped then new windows will be expensive. I would ask for both quotes. Personally I renovated my frames the wood they have used 100 years ago is all slow-grown and of very high ... Read More
Retirement savings by serg117
Hi all. After years of ignoring the fact that as a foreign citizen I won't be entitled to any Hungarian pension, I finally moved to consider my retirement savings options. Basically, I would like to protect my after-tax earnings against the ...
You wrote yourself watch out for SWIFT. That is how they might know that you are using EU credit card from the bank they have no record of. Since banks supposed to report you to the US treasury or IRS they could put two and two together and deduce ... Read More
Retirement savings by serg117
Hi all. After years of ignoring the fact that as a foreign citizen I won't be entitled to any Hungarian pension, I finally moved to consider my retirement savings options. Basically, I would like to protect my after-tax earnings against the ...
Do that and risk getting all the cash in your bank account being seized by the IRS: Law Lets I.R.S. Seize Accounts on Suspicion, No Crime RequiredYes exactly, please do not try it more than once. I have had problems with TD Ameritrade , they've ... Read More
Retirement savings by serg117
Hi all. After years of ignoring the fact that as a foreign citizen I won't be entitled to any Hungarian pension, I finally moved to consider my retirement savings options. Basically, I would like to protect my after-tax earnings against the ...
FATCA kicks in for anyone having over 10,000USD at any time during the ... Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
Open one of the sockets with the screwdriver, look at wires terminations (naked wire contacts) . If you see that naked wires are all copper, you are good on wiring front. If you see aluminium wire or mixed some aluminium some copper you need ... Read More
Retirement savings by serg117
Hi all. After years of ignoring the fact that as a foreign citizen I won't be entitled to any Hungarian pension, I finally moved to consider my retirement savings options. Basically, I would like to protect my after-tax earnings against the ...
It is quite the same to IRS whether you are US citizen or Green Card holder. As long as you have been freedumbed by Amurika you owe it for the rest of your life (taxes that is). Read More
Retirement savings by serg117
Hi all. After years of ignoring the fact that as a foreign citizen I won't be entitled to any Hungarian pension, I finally moved to consider my retirement savings options. Basically, I would like to protect my after-tax earnings against the ...
Serg, if you are US citizen you will have very difficult time opening bank or brokerage account in EU. They simply don't want Americans as clients. US based online broker would be my choice due to lower capital gain taxes in US. In most cases ... Read More
you can donate for gov't independent NGOs and press by fireroller
As I feel that my last post on the elections has awaken some interest, I feel that it is my duty to point out how those who feel compelled, can support the (re-)westernisation of Hungarian society. If you feel that a more democratic "Open ...
NY Times article, looks like ordered piece by Washington. Does it seem to you that it is accurately reflects the situation in HU? http://mobile.nytimes.com/2014/11/04/opinion/hungarys-authoritarian-descent.html?_r=1 P.S. My own take on HU is ... Read More
work permit in other EU country with Hungarian residency card by jack29
Dear all, I have some queries with regards to Hungarian residence card. I may apply for it in December. It would be great if some of you already went through this procedure and can give some valuable feedback. #How much time the Hungarian ...
If you receive permit to work in Hungary it only means you can work in Hungary. You cannot work in any other EU country. If your wife accepts job in another EU country and you follow her there you will receive residency permit and work authorisation ... Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
It's a spam bot post, hence broken English and first post ever on this board. Admin should ban this account. Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
Still looking for reliable contractor in Budapest. Englsih and references would be two necessary conditions. Read More
Can 2 Adults live on 2000 USD net take home a month? by GuestPoster115
Hello everyone, First off i see that this same question is asked many times on here so i thank those in advance for replying. I did search for a topic but i did not see one that fit me exactly so i thought i would post a new topic My father and I ...
Doctors cannot be trusted here at all either - get second and even third opinions. Personal examples: A pediatrician (children's doctor) here regularly regularly told us our daughter needed her tonsils out, gives out antibiotics without a ... Read More
Can 2 Adults live on 2000 USD net take home a month? by GuestPoster115
Hello everyone, First off i see that this same question is asked many times on here so i thank those in advance for replying. I did search for a topic but i did not see one that fit me exactly so i thought i would post a new topic My father and I ...
Hi Marilyn. I would appreciate if you could expand on which aspects of living in Hungary you find below your expectations? I am very interested as we are planing to move to Budapest in a few years. I am from US (Boston) and would like to be prepared ... Read More
Can 2 Adults live on 2000 USD net take home a month? by GuestPoster115
Hello everyone, First off i see that this same question is asked many times on here so i thank those in advance for replying. I did search for a topic but i did not see one that fit me exactly so i thought i would post a new topic My father and I ...
Are these Hungarian (local) cell phones? My cell phone with data in Finalnd cost around 30 Eur a month. Why your phones are so expensive? Read More
Buying property in Hungary by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Hungary? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Hungary? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
My 2 cents worth: When making offer on a property in 5th consider average price is 1000Eur per sqm, offer 7-10% less from there. However, if you see open gas heating in the apartment you will be advised to budget hot water radiators, pipes, new ... Read More
Can 2 Adults live on 2000 USD net take home a month? by GuestPoster115
Hello everyone, First off i see that this same question is asked many times on here so i thank those in advance for replying. I did search for a topic but i did not see one that fit me exactly so i thought i would post a new topic My father and I ...
I like Hungary a lot, especially Budapest, but I have to warn you that if you are non-white you are going to face open racism here. People are not PC like in states. They will show and sometimes tell you how they feel about your ethnic or racial ... Read More
Can an Indian working in IT find a Job in Hungary. by anindya_haldar
I am an Indian working in a software company in India. I would like to work and move in Hungary. Is there any way to find work in Hungary in IT? If yes what is the process to do so. It would be great if any one can help me. Thanks in advance.
I would strongly suggest looking into USA market. H1B visas are constantly being increased by US congress. Also there is a huge contingency of Indians in CA and NY/NJ area . Also US middle management loves Indian applicants. You would have equal or ... Read More
English only speaking jobs by Brandi Szucs
Does anyone know of any companies in Budapest looking for English speakers, but not requiring that I also speak Hungarian ? Probably most English speakers have this problem . Haha
In today's world and in global economic environment the language of buisness and international cooperation is English. If you work in one of those global industries you don't need to learn local languages unless they can really benefit you ... Read More
What things are difficult if you are American in Budapest? by missustoad
I will be in Hungary in a month and be staying for a while. 1. are there doctors or clinics I can visit easily? 2. how much are doctor visits there? 3. can I get dry eye eye drops over the counter? 4. if my US doctor writes my ...
In US, every time I go to dentist he finds something other dentists missed and he is always ready to go for a few $100 here and there. I cannot remember how many times various dentists in US suggested capping my teeth with expensive crowns or ... Read More
Digi TV by angol
I've just moved rented flat after my first year in BP. Gone a little more down-market and there's no TV set. I've signed up with UPC (in own name) for internet plus TV package. Only got two English cable channels at my last place so have signed up ...
I did not read every post in this thread ,so sorry if this is redundant. Does anyone use webTV -streaming programms from the web to TV via your laptop? Is this not an option in EU? Please advise, why sign up with Cable Co. if there is a web? Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
The problem with Hungarian contractors are twofold. 1. Most of them are not professional builders, they just unemployed guys who are willing to do anything, so watch out for 'quality'. 2. The construction managers are not professionals ... Read More
What's up with the new bicycle rentals in the city? by Marilyn Tassy
At the moment I am out of HU so not sure what is going on with the new pick up/drop off bike rental business in Budapest. I am all for saving money and doing what we can to cut back on smog in the city. The BKV rates can be expensive for students ...
Make a bicyclist cut-away from a large piece of carton. 40x40cm , buy a can of white spray paint. Fix the signs or lack thereof on your bicycle lane by spray-painting bicycle sign on the bicycle lane. Wear a hat and tight black clothing while doing ... Read More
Why Hungary by GuestPoster279
Questions to all expats: Why did you choose to live in Hungary? Has Hungary been what you expected? What do you like most about Hungary? What do you dislike the most about Hungary?
Marilyn, what about travel? Why not get in a car or on a train and go see what is the rest of Europe has to offer? No need to be stuck in Budapest all the time. Bad economy and sour, unemployed people, you say? Do you know what the situation is like ... Read More
Why Hungary by GuestPoster279
Questions to all expats: Why did you choose to live in Hungary? Has Hungary been what you expected? What do you like most about Hungary? What do you dislike the most about Hungary?
Everything is relative and subjective, especially perception. :D Read More
Why Hungary by GuestPoster279
Questions to all expats: Why did you choose to live in Hungary? Has Hungary been what you expected? What do you like most about Hungary? What do you dislike the most about Hungary?
http://cpi.transparency.org/cpi2013/results/ Read More
Why Hungary by GuestPoster279
Questions to all expats: Why did you choose to live in Hungary? Has Hungary been what you expected? What do you like most about Hungary? What do you dislike the most about Hungary?
Why did you choose to live in Hungary? Gorgeous Budapest with ridiculously low RE prices. I say, If you cannot get rich , then leverage your income. I also like how "Germanic" Hungarians are in their behavior compare to other E. Europeans that ... Read More
Where to buy Viagra in BP, is it prescription needed ? URGENT by LayBack
Please help ! Where to buy Viagra in BP, is it prescription needed ? Thanks !
I would take Ferike's advise about going to Ukraine , as an alternative to Viagra treatment. Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
:D Do you know what Attila did to Rome? Is that the kind of renovation you desire? :) Read More
Receiving and paying tax on mail from outside the EU by nicole.81
I just received a package from my parents in Canada. The value is over 45 euros so I know I must pay tax. However, I went in to pay the required amount but apparently I'm not able to pay right at the post office. No one really explained to me how ...
Use Google-translate feature to read Hungarian websites, including Magyar Posta. Install translate app on your Google browser and it will do it for you automatically. Get an App for your Iphone which allows you to speak English and it repeats your ... Read More
Will my US chandelier work on Hungarian electrical power ? by MOHCTEP
Should I bring the lamps and chandeliers with me ? Would it be a matter of changing light bulbs or do I need to rewire?
Insurance liability is certainly a wise comment. Thank you for that. So, in this case where do I buy brass lanterns for the hallway and lobby or empire chandelier? Any suggestions? They are really inexpensive in US , but I have a hard time finding ... Read More
Will my US chandelier work on Hungarian electrical power ? by MOHCTEP
Should I bring the lamps and chandeliers with me ? Would it be a matter of changing light bulbs or do I need to rewire?
Thank you for your answer. I am just not sure about rewiring. I am not an electrician but I've heard that amperage that light bulbs draw in EU is half that of US and wiring in US is more robust exactly because of that. You have stated exactly ... Read More
Will my US chandelier work on Hungarian electrical power ?
Should I bring the lamps and chandeliers with me ? Would it be a matter of changing light bulbs or do I need to rewire? Read More
where to frame a painting by Clara Johnson
Hey everyone! I have this oil painting I need to frame. Can anybody advise me where can I do that in pest area? Thanks a lot
Of course, but give me an example of what you have ordered: size- price ,so that i can gauge what the going rates are in Hungary. Thank you Read More
where to frame a painting by Clara Johnson
Hey everyone! I have this oil painting I need to frame. Can anybody advise me where can I do that in pest area? Thanks a lot
Thank you for the link. I am also interested in this service. What are the price-range like for such services (for foreigners)? Read More
Oil paintings in Budapest
FYI, you are not limited to your local Hungarian or Ukranian artists you know. There is a world of internet out there and it contains online auctions of art and antiques. Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
I see. Is this 'before' picture? I am having another problem now, with my property manager who wants one month rent to be paid to him once a year plus 6% of that amount monthly. Could anyone recommend reliable English-speaking property management ... Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
Thanks Frida. Could you share the name of your contractor? Do you have before and after or just after pictures? I would love to see how your place turned out. I am looking at mostly cosmetic renovation right now, but down the road definitely would ... Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises. by MOHCTEP
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ...
Thank you for your replies. I appreciate it. I guess I need to come to Budapest and start construction business with illegal Ukranian crew. The mark up seems enormous. :) I am starting to think that other services might be also price outliers. Has ... Read More
RENOVATION in Budapest is full of surprises.
Hello all. Let me start by saying that me and my wife purchased lovely apartment on Museum korut. We figured, we can paint it and rent it for around 100K just to cover common costs and keep it warm in the winter. When we started pricing the job and ... Read More