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We're having to make the same decision currently. We have been in China with our 3 kids are are deciding to move to Sg for 3+ years or stay here for the same time. People say, "Oh, in Singapore you can get in trouble for everything!" or "Singapore is so small. It would get so boring." "Singapore is ...

I didn't know that JB had so much crime. I always read about people going over there to go shopping, but now it does not sound so lovely. Does the crime spill over into woodlands or is it strictly 'over the border?'

That is frightening. What was their method of entry? Was there an open window or did they break the door down, etc?

Can anyone tell me about living in woodlands while they send their kids to school out there? We are now at a similar school in china and the school is also way out of town. I do think the kids like the security of living by school and they like the space to play outside,etc. Are there activities at ...

Try and do a search about cats on here. I remember reading one which said that cats are pretty hated in singapore and most apartments won't allow them, even though they allow dogs. Just something you might want to check out. Before we moved to China, our kitty went to live with my sister because we ...

Agreed. You would do better to get this info from Shanghai people. Check out the two reputable pet rescue organizations in Shanghai for help: SCAA and Jaiya Animal rescue. There goal is to home pets and help owners KEEP their pets when they move away, so they would be happy to advise you. Good Luck.

Thank you. That is very helpful information.

Actually, we have spent 6 separate week-long holidays there in the couple years, so while we are not 'locals', we are fairly familiar. Thanks for the kind suggestion however. It does make me think that maybe I could view some potential apartments next time I'm there, even if it is not quite time to ...

[quote="newRays"] according to the market standard here even 2 months are considered so (but from the tenant perspective hunting 2 months prior to your projected move in date is just nice) [quote] Thanks. This is really what I was asking. So, 2 months is too early? (Yes, obviously NOW is too early t...

Thanks to both of you for your answers. Allow me to clarify: While it may be true that there are no expat-only areas, it is also certainly true that there are areas where families with children at certain international schools or certain nationalities tend to live in greater numbers than in other ar...

Hello, we will be relocating to Sg from Shanghai this summer. We will be bringing our 3 kids and will be interested in typical expat areas since we want the kids to live near kids from their school. We can start the lease in either June, July or August. I know that many expats come and go during thi...

Thanks for the help and suggestions.

I highly recommend the Panasonic DVD LS86. We have had this portable DVD player for 3 years and recently bought another of the same since we love it and expect the first one to die any minute. Actually, it keeps on going despite some HARD wear and tear by our kids -including a toddler who thinks it ...

Hi, We've been in China 4 years and have been given the choice to move to Sing or stay in China. We have 3 kids 11,9 and 2.5 Mostly we prefer Sg but I am worried about adding 5-6 hours air time to an already long commute to east coast USA, where our family is. As it is, 14 hours is long enough to ke...

If you want to expose her to culture and history or her native land, then why not China? We've been living in China for almost 5 years with our kids. We go to Singapore for holiday and relaxation because it is less different and feels more like the USA. Therefore, I am not sure it is the place to sh...