Cost of living in South Cyprus

[Chris & Andrea]

Sorry to come in a bit late on this thread, but felt I needed to respond to some of the apparent negativity. There are a lot of people with dreams and aspirations, wanting to build a better life for themselves, visiting this 'forum' in some cases probably for the first time. Whilst its very important to get a balanced view of individual experiences and thus promote healthy debate. It's a little sad when a contributor's opening sentence is 'Don't do it'!
Better to go to Cyprus with the attitude of what I can bring of value to enhance the host country, and it's not just about money. It's repeated time and again 'Research, Research Research' or yes expect to get into a 'mess' (ripped off if you like) in which ever country you intend to relocate to, and that definately includes Spain. Thanks to the Euro, no doubt, the cost of living has gone up in Cyprus, but get real what about in the UK. Just got my council advice for the coming financial year £132 a month, then there's the water rates, electricity and gas utility bills. Add the spirally cost of fuel and yes then you can rightly comment on the cost of living going through the roof! Best advice ~ bottom line make sure you are properly prepared for the move, always have a plan and don't expect as an immigrant (and thats what you are) to get things handed to you on a plate. Sorry to upset anybody ~ but don't dampen my enthusiasm. Have a nice day now

[yummymummy150]

Thankyou chris, Could not have put it better myself,We are all trying to get it right and get on with the best life we can. May see you in the summer.
Tricia

[Chris & Andrea]

Cheers me dears! Four weeks and three days we're going back across ~ hopefully to meet as many people as possible including the developer and our VERY good independant Cypriot Lawyer who's definately ensured the T's were crossed and I's dotted in the contract.
Villa should be finished late summer now ~ at which rate the developer will owe us money for delay incurred.
Then we will be looking for a 'long term renter' to cover until we move.
Take care, speak soon,
Chris

[Aase]

Chris,

I couldn't agree more, it's good to warn people of pitfalls but not to try to scare people off! Would be interested to know where your villa is, we are moving to Limassol at the end of August and will be looking for a long-term rental.

Aase

[Chris & Andrea]

Hi Aase ~ thank you for your response I'll e-mail you seperately re villa as it's being built over in Polemi. Kind regards, Chris

[exja]

Which country in Europe have lower tax level, lower crimerate, highter temperature wintertime and cleaner beaches than Cyprus?