Newbie
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:48 am
#31
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Northampton_1974
Hi Guys,
just registered for the site and I had a quick review of the site.
As with many people I'm very interested in moving over to the US. Right now it looks nigh on impossible, however, many of you have managed to do it, so it must be achievable.
In terms of career and education, currently involved with Marketing/Sales of IT products, approx 10 years experience in business since Uni.
From my research, the only method I can realistically see an an option is for a US employer to employ me.....so advice from any of you out there that have went down this road is much appreciated.
Cheers,
Dave
just registered for the site and I had a quick review of the site.
As with many people I'm very interested in moving over to the US. Right now it looks nigh on impossible, however, many of you have managed to do it, so it must be achievable.
In terms of career and education, currently involved with Marketing/Sales of IT products, approx 10 years experience in business since Uni.
From my research, the only method I can realistically see an an option is for a US employer to employ me.....so advice from any of you out there that have went down this road is much appreciated.
Cheers,
Dave
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:48 am
#32
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Northampton_1974
What do you miss the most then ?
ROH
I believe there is a thread here somewhere about my obsession...
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:50 am
#33
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Northampton_1974
sorry to hear that my friend - the reality is though is that if you are sick in the UK these days, gov't aint gonna pay for shi*. Mortgage or loans - forget about it....you can't pay you will lose your house, so there's not much difference there.
If you go the the ER here the first thing they ask for is how are you paying. Prescription medications are extremely expensive. Even with expensive healthcare insurance you usually have a co-pay for each visit.
I think I am correct in saying that in most states if you fall behind with one mortgage payment your property can be foreclosed.
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:51 am
#34
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Elvira
And what do you think will happen to you here if you can't pay your portgage.
Did you know the chief cause of bancruptcy in the US is medical bills?
Last time I checked Healthcare free at the point of delivery was still available inthe UK.
And housing benefit. And disability whatsit. And Jobseekers allowance. Etc.
OMG you have no idea...
Did you know the chief cause of bancruptcy in the US is medical bills?
Last time I checked Healthcare free at the point of delivery was still available inthe UK.
And housing benefit. And disability whatsit. And Jobseekers allowance. Etc.
OMG you have no idea...
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:52 am
#35
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Northampton_1974
Elvira - sorry, but disabilty or job seekers ain;t gonna cut for a mortgage, I lose my Job, I lose my house....that simple. On the Healthcare, true, how much does your healthcare costs you per year/whats the average tax in % per person......
:scared:
If you really think that welfare benefits in the US are better than in Blighty, there is no helping you.
Does fire-at-will mean anything to you?
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:53 am
#36
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Elvira
And what do you think will happen to you here if you can't pay your mortgage.
Did you know the chief cause of bancruptcy in the US is medical bills?
Last time I checked Healthcare free at the point of delivery was still available inthe UK.
And housing benefit. And disability whatsit. And Jobseekers allowance. Etc.
OMG you have no idea...
Did you know the chief cause of bancruptcy in the US is medical bills?
Last time I checked Healthcare free at the point of delivery was still available inthe UK.
And housing benefit. And disability whatsit. And Jobseekers allowance. Etc.
OMG you have no idea...
very wise words from a wise Lady, maybe I'll start listening to Oprah
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:54 am
#37
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Northampton_1974
I suppose it would be the little things that you would miss - the things that you can't get .....
How long you been in the US for then?
How long you been in the US for then?
I missed my life, the day to day everyday things that I had been used to all my life. Pure and simple as that.
To answer your other question I have been here for 10yrs.
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:55 am
#38
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Re: Newbie
Here is a good article I came across recently,
37 million poor hidden in the land of plenty
N.B. Republicans should not read this article as you will enter instant denial mode.
37 million poor hidden in the land of plenty
N.B. Republicans should not read this article as you will enter instant denial mode.
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:55 am
#39
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by britvic
Tried to karma you for that one very wise words from a wise Lady, maybe I'll start listening to Oprah
very wise words from a wise Lady, maybe I'll start listening to Oprah Oh pi$$ ... - never mind.
You really think I'm gonna fall for the old 'I tried to karma you but I've got to spread' line?
Grandmother. Eggs. Sucking...
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:57 am
#40
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Elvira
Oh pi$$ ... - never mind.
You really think I'm gonna fall for the old 'I tried to karma you but I've got to spread' line?
Grandmother. Eggs. Sucking...
You really think I'm gonna fall for the old 'I tried to karma you but I've got to spread' line?
Grandmother. Eggs. Sucking...
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:58 am
#41
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by TRPardoe
Take Cuban citizenship and then get yourself across to Florida. The instant your feet touch the beach they cannot deport you ;-)
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:58 am
#42
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Elvira
Oh pi$$ ... - never mind.
You really think I'm gonna fall for the old 'I tried to karma you but I've got to spread' line?
Grandmother. Eggs. Sucking...
You really think I'm gonna fall for the old 'I tried to karma you but I've got to spread' line?
Grandmother. Eggs. Sucking...
Apr 16th 2006 | 9:58 am
#43
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl
OK well I managed to send you K.
Apr 16th 2006 | 10:00 am
#44
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From: Colorado
Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by Northampton_1974
hmmm - better weather 
Marry a yank well thats probably the easiest of all the routes.
Apr 16th 2006 | 10:00 am
#45
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Re: Newbie
Originally Posted by britvic
Tried to karma you for that one very wise words from a wise Lady, maybe I'll start listening to Oprah
very wise words from a wise Lady, maybe I'll start listening to Oprah
