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Forum: Middle East
Apr 10th 2022, 8:13 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 8,718
Posted By Taz786

Re: Salary and costs in Dubai

An area I'm considering is Jaddaf. It's upcoming, there's a creek (the wife wants to be near some water), affordable and good transport link. If you're working in Silicon Oasis, it could possibly...
Forum: Middle East
Sep 20th 2021, 5:06 pm
Replies: 104
Views: 9,339
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pfizer - Booster or Fully Vaccinated Dilemma

I was the same. Got Sinopharm at the beginning of the year as Pfizer wasn't readily available. Tested covid positive afew months later and didn't suffer any symptoms. Either the vaccine worked or my...
Forum: Middle East
Sep 2nd 2021, 1:03 am
Replies: 12
Views: 757
Posted By Taz786

Re: Day 2 and Day 8 COVID Tests

I used Randox Health. They have discount codes generally. I used 'Emirates' code and it provided 10% discount. Not sure if there is any other code with a greater value.
Forum: Middle East
Sep 28th 2019, 6:12 pm
Replies: 28
Views: 10,056
Posted By Taz786

Re: Sending money to the UK

I've been using UAE exchange till now but informed on Currency Fair app recently. Need to make my next transfer around 31st Oct so may move to Currency Fair.

Bank rates have generally been...
Forum: Middle East
Sep 14th 2019, 4:55 pm
Replies: 68
Views: 15,801
Posted By Taz786

Re: Dubai Housing Prices Tumble To 2008 Levels

After reading the article, I'm grateful I never took the plunge to buy a property here.

As much as I hate paying rent, I would be emotional with the amount house prices have dropped in the last 2...
Forum: Middle East
Mar 27th 2019, 7:34 pm
Replies: 63
Views: 27,477
Posted By Taz786

Re: Hubby wants to move back to London from Dubai

Scamp Millhouse - I was considering to move back to London. You have set me straight and that idea is no longer an option.

Lul37 - Its not an easy situation to be in. Hope things work out. If I...
Forum: Middle East
Jan 14th 2019, 10:51 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,317
Posted By Taz786

Re: Medical report needed pre move to Oman from UK?

When I initially moved to the Middle East, the company asked me to visit the following and they covered all the expenses. Your Excellent Health Service
TEL: +44 (0)20 7580 5467
DDI: +44 (0)20...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 15th 2018, 6:41 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 6,010
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pound on 11 December

I've transferred £50k at times and never had any issue.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 11th 2018, 8:23 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 6,010
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pound on 11 December

Thanks.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 11th 2018, 7:33 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 6,010
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pound on 11 December

Do you think the pound will drop in value further? I've got more which I could transfer or hold off?
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 10th 2018, 5:43 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 6,010
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pound on 11 December

I feel May is buying herself time and will blame MP's they couldn't reach a consensus and therefore go back to the public for ref2.

May is aware she's on borrowed time and knows she will either be...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 10th 2018, 4:43 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 6,010
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pound on 11 December

True. Guess I lost out after yesterdays drop. Having money sitting in Dubai was tempting me to spend when not required. Wasn't expecting the vote to be cancelled yesterday.

Not sure whether to...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 9th 2018, 7:11 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 6,010
Posted By Taz786

Re: Pound on 11 December

I transferred 75% savings last week at 4.68. Will transfer the rest if it drops this week or keep it for a later date.
Forum: Middle East
Nov 5th 2018, 8:14 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,208
Posted By Taz786

Re: Moving flats

I didn't view the PM but thanks for the warning. Will ignore it.
Forum: Middle East
Nov 4th 2018, 8:25 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,208
Posted By Taz786

Re: Moving flats

Hi Lex31,

My building is not available on your website to review. It seems you only have certain areas and haven't incorporated sections off Dubai thus far.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Oct 2nd 2018, 5:45 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 2,020
Posted By Taz786

Re: Haircuts

Have gone bald last 6 months. Too lazy to do it myself. I take pride with the beard and the barber does a good job.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Oct 2nd 2018, 5:43 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 923
Posted By Taz786

Re: Potbelly

Quiznos was awesome in Birmingham. Never found a Sub place as good.

Has Potbelly closed all its location? I generally visit the DCC branch. Their cookies are the highlight.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Sep 30th 2018, 9:18 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 2,020
Posted By Taz786

Re: Haircuts

The price is generally 25 but give them a 5 tip. So for AED 30, get haircut, beard and head massage.
Forum: Middle East
Sep 22nd 2018, 6:46 pm
Replies: 33
Views: 9,923
Posted By Taz786

Re: Another U-turn on Class 2 NICs

Thanks Edo. Have also printed off the guide in the earlier post and will review and apply.
Forum: Middle East
Sep 8th 2018, 9:56 pm
Replies: 33
Views: 9,923
Posted By Taz786

Re: Another U-turn on Class 2 NICs

@ Millhouse - Did you apply yourself or use a tax adviser to assist?
Forum: Middle East
Sep 8th 2018, 9:04 pm
Replies: 33
Views: 9,923
Posted By Taz786

Re: Another U-turn on Class 2 NICs

I thought Class 2 was self employment. I guess I will do abit more research and make payments for the past 7 years. Thanks
Forum: Middle East
Sep 8th 2018, 7:58 pm
Replies: 33
Views: 9,923
Posted By Taz786

Re: Another U-turn on Class 2 NICs

I've been out of the UK since 2011 and haven't paid any National Insurance since.

To back-track, would I qualify for Class 3 voluntary payments? I haven't informed any government agencies that I...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Aug 25th 2018, 5:01 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,129
Posted By Taz786

Re: Bali

Congrats Scamp
Forum: The Sand Pit
Jul 31st 2018, 10:17 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,562
Posted By Taz786

Re: TV Series

Modern Family
Forum: Middle East
Jul 23rd 2018, 5:18 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,208
Posted By Taz786

Re: Moving flats

Scamp - Yes one building owner. Thanks for the advice on the permits - will consider once I'm definitely moving.

Raniyah - You're right. The agency GM wants to meet me. Let's see what he has to...
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