Hi All!
I'm thinking of a move to Singapore for a year or two with my company and this looks like the place to ask! This enquiry is at a very early stage so I have limited information at the moment.
Firstly a little about myself.
Male
35 (in February anyway!)
Single
Currently living in Peterborough, UK
This is the first place I've asked after looking over the forums quickly so please excuse any stupid questions! I'll start with the agreed template.
Priorities:
- your budget - approx SNG 5000 - 7000 per month
- your workplace/s - Science Park Road
- the size and/or type of property that you are seeking - 1 Bedroom, flat/condo is fine. Would be nice to have a gym and swimming pool but not essential
- will you have a car here? - Reading the forums public transport is fine and owning a car sounds like an expense I don't need. I'm fine with the London underground so I don't see it being a problem.
- proximity to transport required. MRT-subway/buses/the airport/Malay border post (if so, which one). - Somewhere near to a subway station would be nice.
- will you have any accompanying children needing to attend school? If so, age/s? - No children
- will your employer being funding any fees; or will you, 'out of pocket'? - Probably I will pay initially but claim back from employer. Or I may have an allowance, I'm unsure if that is included in the 5 to 7000 per month?
Nice to have:
- will you need to be able to say walk to the local shops, a library, your doctor, a market, and so on? - Would be nice to be within walking distance of shops, bars, entertainment. I would rather live somewhere nice and have a longer commute than be right next door to the office. As long as I have an xBox, TV and internet connection I'm normally happy! Although don't think that will make me a hermit! I love travel and experiencing the local culture!
- access to any specific sport, social, and recreation facilities? - I'm guessing snowboarding is out of the question haha!
- are you considering bringing any pets. If so what kind, and will they require outdoor access and/or exercise? - No Pets
- are you considering bringing any parents/in-laws etc? Do they have specific needs (for example difficulty climbing stairs?) - N/A
Your current home and commute:
- are you already a city dweller? i.e. Are you used to city-centre hustle and bustle, or would you hope for a bit more peace and quiet? - Love London so quite happy in the hustle and bustle
- what is the size and type (apartment, house+garden etc) of your current home? N/A
- what are any current commute times like? - 20 Minutes
Is there any areas I should avoid for residence?
What is the nightlife like?
What are the 3 things that you wish somebody had told you before you arrived?
Thanks in advance and I hope to see you soon!
Matt