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JRE_China

JRE_China

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Finnish °µÍø½ûÇø in China

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41

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Finnish

Speaks English, Chinese, Spanish, German, Finnish

Registration: 24 February 2017

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JRE_China replied to a thread
7 years ago
Dan77

"EXTRA HOUSING COSTS" by Dan77

Hello! I am considering in this moment an offer in Shanghai and I have few questions about the""EXTRA HOUSING COSTS" What I'd like to know is how much these costs (electricity/water/gas/internet provider...) I will have on top ...

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Then if you want to save cost with heating, you will winter proof you apartment. With few purchased from taobao I got my electrisity bill go down from 500 to 250 rmb. Also with my balcony door I created a double glass effect with a cheap purchase. Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
7 years ago
GuestPoster17

Looking to meet new people / join °µÍø½ûÇø groups by GuestPoster17

Hi there, I am moving to Shanghai in September for work for a year (never been before!) and looking to head to some °µÍø½ûÇø intros, join a tennis club, join a gym and meet new people............ If anyone can recommend anything that would be ...

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Add me and I will add you to the groups I am Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
7 years ago
GuestPoster17

Looking to meet new people / join °µÍø½ûÇø groups by GuestPoster17

Hi there, I am moving to Shanghai in September for work for a year (never been before!) and looking to head to some °µÍø½ûÇø intros, join a tennis club, join a gym and meet new people............ If anyone can recommend anything that would be ...

JRE_China

HI There are many wechat groups that have foregners that talk about their life, or you can download a meetup app to join some events that they do thus meet new ppl. Sent me a message and I shall add you to some of the groups Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
7 years ago
himanshupandey3182

Indian couple moving to Shanghai. Very confused. by himanshupandey3182

Hey, I will be moving to Shanghai with my wife next month. Currently we are based out of Delhi and living a very comfortable life. Currently our household income post tax is around 3500 USD per month. I have accepted an offer of 450000 RMB i.e. ...

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Also forgot to add chinese app - chinaskill of course wechat and alipay. well the list could carry on longer ... Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
7 years ago
himanshupandey3182

Indian couple moving to Shanghai. Very confused. by himanshupandey3182

Hey, I will be moving to Shanghai with my wife next month. Currently we are based out of Delhi and living a very comfortable life. Currently our household income post tax is around 3500 USD per month. I have accepted an offer of 450000 RMB i.e. ...

JRE_China

For °µÍø½ûÇø living and challenges that people face in Shanghai you need to have some apps to make your life easier. Food - bon app Moving - shanghai metro maps Lifestyle and °µÍø½ûÇø tips - Relochina meeting new people - meet up If you need any more ... Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

What to expect when moving to China by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to China? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...

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The text was interesting. I do hope the links can be visible because sometimes they just got deleted. Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
renemndz

With how much you can live in Shanghai? by renemndz

Hello, My company is moving me to Shanghai in September. They'll pay for all the accomodation and utilities of the apartment. Could I survive comfortably with a 6000RMB monthly payment?

JRE_China

Very good point. It is possible to live cheaper in Shanghai, but you have to be sure that you want to have electric wires coming out of the wall or having leaking sealing or washing machine. Then again if one wants to live in foreign areas like ... Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
ange_lwing

Recommended district for Singaporean to stay in shanghai Pudong area by ange_lwing

Hi, We need recommendation for long term stay in Pudong area. (my husband working in waigaoqiao). we need a 1 bdrm apartment, preferably studio & loft type. near train line 2 & 6 with amenities and convenience store around us.

JRE_China

If you are willing to commute by metro in the morning then there is possibility to find accommodation, but do not have high expectation that the quality will be high. Sent me a message, will do my best to help you. Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
renemndz

With how much you can live in Shanghai? by renemndz

Hello, My company is moving me to Shanghai in September. They'll pay for all the accomodation and utilities of the apartment. Could I survive comfortably with a 6000RMB monthly payment?

JRE_China

I agree with oheychang, that all depends where you live and what type of lifestyle you want to have. If you want to have everything close then I suggest the former french concession or downtown are (jing'an, people square or xintiandi), but if ... Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
renemndz

With how much you can live in Shanghai? by renemndz

Hello, My company is moving me to Shanghai in September. They'll pay for all the accomodation and utilities of the apartment. Could I survive comfortably with a 6000RMB monthly payment?

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
ange_lwing

Recommended district for Singaporean to stay in shanghai Pudong area by ange_lwing

Hi, We need recommendation for long term stay in Pudong area. (my husband working in waigaoqiao). we need a 1 bdrm apartment, preferably studio & loft type. near train line 2 & 6 with amenities and convenience store around us.

JRE_China created a thread
8 years ago

Why did you move to SH ?

Everyone has a story to tell and rarely people are there to listen to them. I have always wondered that why someone takes a step to move across the ocean to a new country. I have done it but wonder if people have same feelings and problems? Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
Sandyvp

Looking for a room near Fudan university by Sandyvp

Hey everyone, Me and a friend are both still looking for a room near Fudan university in Shangai. We cant spend to much so less pricey offers are welcome! Greetings Sandy & Inés

JRE_China

Just sharing from my experience: Be warned of airbnb in china. Have been stood up many time with them and the only answer you get is - I am sorry. So better make sure the host is a good person, because there might be something tricky behind it. ... Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
SimCityAT

Missing home? by SimCityAT

What do you miss from your homeland? I can honestly say I can't think of anything that I miss. I know of some people that have a moan because they can't get this and that or if they can get it, they are paying to much for it. I made the ...

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There are couple of nice places to get Indian food. I know its not same as in home, but good enough. Masala Go and order thalia and you shall feel home Read More

JRE_China replied to a thread
8 years ago
SimCityAT

Missing home? by SimCityAT

What do you miss from your homeland? I can honestly say I can't think of anything that I miss. I know of some people that have a moan because they can't get this and that or if they can get it, they are paying to much for it. I made the ...

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Agreed, that need to be open minded, when move to another country. However some food cannot be found from Shanghai and some weather conditions we do not have. Read More