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Forum: Malaysia
Aug 13th 2015, 9:20 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,873
Posted By Twixy

Real estate price minimums for foreigners

Hi, I understand there are minimum prices per unit that foreigners are allowed to buy. For example, 1 million RM for Kuala Lumpur, 500,000 in Penang (which also has a minimum two unit requirement).
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Forum: Malaysia
Jun 16th 2015, 8:02 am
Replies: 14
Views: 1,934
Posted By Twixy

How does Ramadan affect non-Muslims?

Ramadan 2015 is just a couple days away. How will this affect non-Muslims access to food during regular daytime hours? What other things should non-Muslims be aware about?

I'm mostly asking for...
Forum: Malaysia
May 30th 2015, 4:47 am
Replies: 1
Views: 301
Posted By Twixy

Where to get 20 to 25 inch freestanding fans?

The Tesco models seem to top out at 18 inches, anyone know where to get bigger models?

A friend of mine in the US had a huge fan, I would say it was about 24 inches and probably meant for a store...
Forum: Malaysia
May 29th 2015, 7:30 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,622
Posted By Twixy

Re: Moving to KL soon

Please do let us know what the conditions in the jail are like :-) I've heard horror stories for the poorer countries of the world, I'm in Thailand myself. Personally it's not something I know too...
Forum: Malaysia
May 27th 2015, 2:36 am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
Posted By Twixy

Re: Paid up capital requirements for new companies increasing to RM 250,000

Doesn't seem like there's too much interest in this but I thought I'd update anyways: my contact said the rules were planned on being implemented next year for 2017. But to cut down on fraud...
Forum: Malaysia
May 18th 2015, 11:29 am
Replies: 81
Views: 5,601
Posted By Twixy

Re: The Rohingyas and Bangladeshis abandoned

So political affiliation doesn't involve belief?

If religion is the root problem, it seems a rather simple issue. These people can choose to switch or renounce and have a better life, or continue...
Forum: Malaysia
May 18th 2015, 4:34 am
Replies: 81
Views: 5,601
Posted By Twixy

Re: The Rohingyas and Bangladeshis abandoned

I wonder how much of this has to do with religious hard headedness. Would these guys still be persecuted if they switched to Buddhism, or renounced all faiths? If so, perhaps they share some of the...
Forum: Malaysia
May 16th 2015, 12:09 am
Replies: 81
Views: 5,601
Posted By Twixy

Re: The Rohingyas and Bangladeshis abandoned

^Well that definitely throws a wrench in things.

Apparently there are over 1.5 million of these guys so the problem is not going away anytime soon.

Does anyone know the likelihood of the UN...
Forum: Malaysia
May 8th 2015, 11:17 am
Replies: 2
Views: 786
Posted By Twixy

Low-cost educational visa options

Hi, can anyone recommend a low-cost language school in the Kuala Lumpur area that provides one-year educational visas?
Forum: Malaysia
May 8th 2015, 12:49 am
Replies: 2
Views: 761
Posted By Twixy

Uber in Kuala Lumpur

Has anyone used Uber in Kuala Lumpur? How has it compared to regular taxis?

Here's the Uber KL page: https://www.uber.com/cities/kuala-lumpur

for comparison:

Government taxi rate: 3 RM for...
Forum: Malaysia
May 7th 2015, 6:04 am
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By Twixy

What is the Ebay of Malaysia?

Is there a good online auction site in Malaysia? I like buying used :fingerscrossed:
Forum: Malaysia
May 2nd 2015, 8:32 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By Twixy

Re: Malaysia Airlines to offload its A380 superjumbo fleet

With their current risk assessment protocols in place it's probably for the best.
Forum: Malaysia
May 1st 2015, 6:22 am
Replies: 1
Views: 694
Posted By Twixy

LRT Stops

Bukit Bintang is the middle of town, right (KLCC)? Are rents cheaper around Chow Kit or Titiwanga? I'm looking for a cheaper area next to the LRT; thanks for any recommendations.
...
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 30th 2015, 5:33 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 556
Posted By Twixy

Re: Toastmasters clubs in Malaysia

Yes I believe it's a great way to develop professional skills and gain confidence in general. I used to be quite a meek person, now I find it easier to speak up and get my point across – in a...
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 30th 2015, 2:21 am
Replies: 33
Views: 3,115
Posted By Twixy

Re: Electricity costs

For those of you who are renting, what is the typical landlord markup on the electricity? Here in Bangkok the government rate I hear is about $.12 a unit, but I'm paying twice that amount due to a...
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 30th 2015, 2:20 am
Replies: 2
Views: 556
Posted By Twixy

Toastmasters clubs in Malaysia

Hi, has anyone considered joining a Toastmasters club in Malaysia? If so what has your experience been?
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 23rd 2015, 5:08 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
Posted By Twixy

Paid up capital requirements for new companies increasing to RM 250,000

Someone who works with new entity formations in Labuan/Malaysia told me that the paid up capital requirements are rising to RM 250,000 for new Labuan Companies as well as work permit renewals for...
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 19th 2015, 6:27 pm
Replies: 49
Views: 10,401
Posted By Twixy

Re: Salaries...whats enough.

If there is a difference in experience, education, or something else of value to a company, I think a pay difference is justified. But if you are trying to justify a significant skill difference...
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 19th 2015, 5:39 pm
Replies: 49
Views: 10,401
Posted By Twixy

Re: Salaries...whats enough.

I agree with this, it sounds like the poster in general is trying to draw a cartel-like dividing line between expats and locals. Sorry but it's possible to be spendthrift and happy at the same time.
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 19th 2015, 3:51 am
Replies: 49
Views: 10,401
Posted By Twixy

Re: Salaries...whats enough.

To put things in perspective, the average monthly income in Kuala Lumpur is a little over 8,500 RM: Average monthly income and cost of living | Free Malaysia Today...
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 17th 2015, 2:22 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By Twixy

Major e-commerce sites for Malaysia

There is Amazon and eBay in the US, Lazada in Thailand. What are the equivalents in Malaysia? thanks.
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 14th 2015, 2:44 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,262
Posted By Twixy

Anyone renting in KLCC?

Hi, I'm looking for more information on renting in Kuala Lumpur City Center. Does anyone currently rent in this area? If so can you give me an idea of prices and/or places you recommend staying?
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 14th 2015, 12:29 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,625
Posted By Twixy

Re: Being Left-handed

It's a legit question, in the past using the wrong hand for certain activities was seen as deviant, even criminal behavior.
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 13th 2015, 11:40 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 598
Posted By Twixy

What is the best place for electronics in Kuala Lumpur?

In Bangkok we have Pantip Plaza, renowned for its many small electronics shops carrying all types of tech wares. There's also Fortune IT mall. Is there anything similar to these in Kuala Lumpur?
Forum: Malaysia
Apr 10th 2015, 3:58 pm
Replies: 81
Views: 13,313
Posted By Twixy

Re: Major Infrastructure Projects in Penang.

Is this really what you want for the long term though?
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