considering a move to KL
Sep 22nd 2013 | 6:32 am
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considering a move to KL
Hi there,
I have received a job offer that is paying me 2000 Euros (approx. 8550 RM) pre-tax.
I was wondering if that is enough to live a decent life as a young expat.
What I mean with decent:
- Own apartment in central location
- Eating out 5 out of 7 days a week
- Enjoy nightlife (bar/clubs)
- Paying bills (utilities, internet, mobile)
- Transportation (taxi's and daily train fares)
Appreciate any advice as I have never been to KL and don't know what to expect.
Thanks!
I have received a job offer that is paying me 2000 Euros (approx. 8550 RM) pre-tax.
I was wondering if that is enough to live a decent life as a young expat.
What I mean with decent:
- Own apartment in central location
- Eating out 5 out of 7 days a week
- Enjoy nightlife (bar/clubs)
- Paying bills (utilities, internet, mobile)
- Transportation (taxi's and daily train fares)
Appreciate any advice as I have never been to KL and don't know what to expect.
Thanks!
Sep 22nd 2013 | 9:42 am
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Re: considering a move to KL
Borderline.
Sep 22nd 2013 | 7:19 pm
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Re: considering a move to KL
So you think it'll be tough to make ends meet with that salary huh?
Sep 22nd 2013 | 7:33 pm
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Re: considering a move to KL
Accomodation Rm3-4k depending on location, size etc
If you go to bar or clubs once a week and spend on average Rm200 per trip, more if you want hanky panky
Food wise, do budget Rm25-Rm30 per meal at KL.
Transportation, if you are able to take public transport, lrt, mrt, bus and avoid taxis, it saves a lot. Daily commute to work rm200-rm250
Internet, rm 150 mth, phone data plan Rm150 per mth.
What about health insurance and clothing, shoes, underwear, once in a while?
At the moment the ringgit value is like a banana leaf, hence you do get to enjoy higher value if you convert EU to ringgit.g
If you go to bar or clubs once a week and spend on average Rm200 per trip, more if you want hanky panky
Food wise, do budget Rm25-Rm30 per meal at KL.
Transportation, if you are able to take public transport, lrt, mrt, bus and avoid taxis, it saves a lot. Daily commute to work rm200-rm250
Internet, rm 150 mth, phone data plan Rm150 per mth.
What about health insurance and clothing, shoes, underwear, once in a while?
At the moment the ringgit value is like a banana leaf, hence you do get to enjoy higher value if you convert EU to ringgit.g
Last edited by roystevenung; Sep 22nd 2013 at 7:35 pm.
Sep 23rd 2013 | 1:05 am
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Re: considering a move to KL
Hi Shawn and welcome to the forum 
Would also add that Malaysia is not the cheapest place for alcohol (if you drink).
Would also add that Malaysia is not the cheapest place for alcohol (if you drink).
Sep 23rd 2013 | 1:14 am
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Re: considering a move to KL
Hi Bakedbean,
Thanks for the heads up! I definitely drink but in moderation and also within my budget.
I just have a question regarding accomodation. I have seen studios/1 bedroom apartments near KLCC for approx 2000 MYR.
Are these scams or true reflection of prices.
Given that I would earn 6200 MYR after tax I came up with the following:
Rent: 2000
Bills: 500
Transport: 300
Food: 1000
Other expenses: 800
Insurance: 300
This totals too 5000 MYR
Thanks for the heads up! I definitely drink but in moderation and also within my budget.
I just have a question regarding accomodation. I have seen studios/1 bedroom apartments near KLCC for approx 2000 MYR.
Are these scams or true reflection of prices.
Given that I would earn 6200 MYR after tax I came up with the following:
Rent: 2000
Bills: 500
Transport: 300
Food: 1000
Other expenses: 800
Insurance: 300
This totals too 5000 MYR
Sep 23rd 2013 | 1:14 am
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Re: considering a move to KL
Hi Bakedbean,
Thanks for the heads up! I definitely drink but in moderation and also within my budget.
I just have a question regarding accomodation. I have seen studios/1 bedroom apartments near KLCC for approx 2000 MYR.
Are these scams or true reflection of prices.
Given that I would earn 6200 MYR after tax I came up with the following:
Rent: 2000
Bills: 500
Transport: 300
Food: 1000
Other expenses: 800
Insurance: 300
This totals too 5000 MYR
Thanks for the heads up! I definitely drink but in moderation and also within my budget.
I just have a question regarding accomodation. I have seen studios/1 bedroom apartments near KLCC for approx 2000 MYR.
Are these scams or true reflection of prices.
Given that I would earn 6200 MYR after tax I came up with the following:
Rent: 2000
Bills: 500
Transport: 300
Food: 1000
Other expenses: 800
Insurance: 300
This totals too 5000 MYR
