American moving to Singapore

rolsen51223 · #1 (**permalink**) 4th November 2007, 09:13 PM

I was wondering if anyone could help me out with information regarding apartments and things to do around Singapore. I am a doctor and am moving to Singapore but I honestly am clueless when it comes to looking into these things. Thanks, Ryan

synthia · #2 (**permalink**) 7th November 2007, 06:46 AM

Welcome to the forum. I'm afraid I can't help much, but I do know that you can't rent anything until you have the appropriate visa.

Where will you be working? I spent a few days in Raffles Hospital, and the nursing care was amazing. If I buzzed and no one showed up in 30 seconds, I got an apology.

threeways · #3 (**permalink**) 5th December 2007, 07:25 AM

Hi,

I believe I am able to help you with regards to your relocation matters. You might want to msn or email me - krischew@ hotmail. com for further queries.

I am a property agent in Singapore, and I believe with my huge network of friends, I am able to help you substantially.

Regards
Kris

yankeeinasia · #4 (**permalink**) 8th December 2007, 01:46 AM

Ryan,

I have been in Singapore for 2 years now but live on the north side of the island. The search for a place to live here is a little different. If you contract with a realtor you will be shown apartments that he/she has in their inventory because I don't think they have a multiple listing sevice. I read that there is an expat service that lists many properties. I think the site is singaporeexpats. The rental and property prices have really increased lately. The condo I live in is S$1700/month but the lease was signed two years ago. New rates for the same are around S$2,800/month. If you are going to drive in Singapore than you housing options are much more wide open. If you are looking for a condo, look for a high floor above the 10th to try to avoid some of the "insects". Make sure you visit the property at a time when you would normally be there to see how much noise there is if you want to open a window or how many people are using the facilities at a time that you may want to. We were shocked at the amount of kids in the pool where we live on weekends and school vacations.

threeways · #5 (**permalink**) 8th December 2007, 01:55 AM

Some realtors might be eager to dispose off the inventories they have on hand, but you could also specify your request such as location, accessibility etc.

Personally, I find it fulfilling whenever I helped somebody find their dream home. It is more than about making money. But there are certainly some realtors around who are more eager to make money than helping others. I sincerely believe if you go in with a mindset of helping others, you will succeed in the long run.

Ryan,

You can tell me what specific apartment or area that you want, I will try to look for it within my network. Remember, no commission will be paid to tenant's agent. I will only get my comm from landlord.

Regards
Kris
krischew @ hotmail. com

myqute · #6 (**permalink**) 28th December 2007, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by rolsen51223

I was wondering if anyone could help me out with information regarding apartments and things to do around Singapore. I am a doctor and am moving to Singapore but I honestly am clueless when it comes to looking into these things. Thanks, Ryan

Hi Ryan, may be I can help with some info. Although I have a room for rent (my brother's house), it may make better sense to find a place (room or apartment) nearer to where you're working. I am guessing you work in a clinic or hospital?

You may also need a reliable mover....is your partner/employer helping you with this?