hi everyone
i have been doing a lot of googling and forum reading and have come up with this as an estimate for cost of living.
we have begun applying for work in singapore and are excited about the possible lifestyle change.
we have two children who i would like to send to preschool probably the
Australian International School.
any advise or comments would be great
MONTHLY SING DOLLARS
rent - $2000 (hopefully work will also help)
food - $1000 (family of four)
Internet - $70
cable - $50
utilities - $200
Phones - $200
Transport - $100 (will try to live where kids and i can walk so only hubby doing the train thing)
medical - $200 (assuming work will contribute)
School fees - $3500 (two children ouch!!!)
Maid $500 (not sure if should go for the live in or hourly maid yet)
fun clothes toys- $1000
save for trips home -$1000 (hoping work will also help)
So what do you think? am i way off?