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I am overwhelmed with the intelligent responses i have received. If there is anything else that i need to know, please do mention in the post. Thanks a lot to everyone. I would try to tie down the housing issue, though startup would not be a big problem. Merry Christmas to everyone and wishing all a...

I understand the priorities have to be set up for being there, but then we also need to set the expectations right. Now, i have read a lot about salary median in singapore, and the average salary is about 6000SGD for IT Manager. Again, its not about being in lavish zone but in comfort. In Dubai, the...

Thanks for all the replies. It is serving the purpose of cooking my decision . The stake has gone up to 9kSGD/month. Annual tickets + medical+ visa for family is included. Is this a better offer now, or just not upto the "standard". I would appreciate if someone can let me know the standards

No, no annual tickets, or housing is included in this deal. Infact, 8k SGD is taxable as per the law, and i have to manage everything. It sounds quite strange, but as i understood, this is the standard in Singapore. Is this true?

Hi, I have gone through a lot of posts and have been pondering if i should move to Singapore from Dubai. I have got an offer of 8kSGD with mediclaim. However, keeping the taxes and other hidden charges in mind, is it a good salary to move in? I am married with no kids. Not interested in going for a ...