Warren Chim
@Warren Chim
Australian looking for information about Malaysia
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32
Contacts
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About me
Australian
Lives in Kuala Lumpur
Registration: 08 September 2011
Moving to Kuala Lumpur by Mixed chicks
Hi, I am currently living in Switzerland and in 2 1/2 months we are moving to KL with 2children aged 13 and 11. Our children are at the International school here which offers the IB program and we would like them to continue with same curriculum. ...
Also, since we are on the topic of housing, I'd suggest that you buy instead of rent as the properties here are reasonably cheaper compared to other countries. My personal opinion is Mont' Kiara is a very good place to live in. I've lived in other ... Read More
Moving to Kuala Lumpur by Mixed chicks
Hi, I am currently living in Switzerland and in 2 1/2 months we are moving to KL with 2children aged 13 and 11. Our children are at the International school here which offers the IB program and we would like them to continue with same curriculum. ...
Hi Mixed Chicks, Jz wanna comment on the housing developer. Whilst it is true that there are bad developers which abandon housing projects or those that use low quality materials, there are still some which are quite reputable. The one I can think ... Read More
information required from malaysians by kingali2308
Hello All, i have planned to make a company in malaysia, KL. my lawyer is giving me a director's visa for that and my wife and children will hold a dependant visa. my question is that can my wife work in malaysia legally while holding a dependant's ...
Agreed with Nemodot. am curious though. shouldn't your lawyers advise you? warren Read More
Can an expat or foreigner own property in Malaysia (KL) by usmannaeem
Hello everyone, A friend asked me if an outsider can buy property in Malaysia. I told him that I had no idea but will check it out. So, can anyone fill me in with this; is it even possible, if possible then are there any conditions etc. Thanks, ...
JC, Sorry to hear that it took about 18 months for you and hubby to get your first house. Am sure of the nightmare and worries of waiting for so long. Yea, i think i was lucky to have gotten a helpful lawyer. I was introduced to him by a mutual ... Read More
Moving to KL...Help by chilli7
We are moving to KL in a couple of months from Abu Dhabi , where we have posted for the past four years. I have five children ranging from Grade 11 - Grade 1 ISKL looks like the best fit at the moment.Can anyone recommend the school? What is best ...
Hi Chilli, Nice to know you. Let me give you my experience since moving to KL from Australia. I am now living in Mont Kiara (a high-end expat area) which is surrounded by 2 great international schools, Garden International and Mont Kiara ... Read More
Hello KL! New member in need of advice.. Thanks for looking.. by gypsy76
Hello Kl forum, This seems like a great place to post and hopefully get some advice and answers. I've posted on other sites but people don't bother to reply!! So i'm in a bit of a jam here and hope that all you seasoned ex pats can help... I'm in ...
Hi Gypsy, I feel for you, lots to do with lil time, been there done that. On advice on movers, am sure the 天美麻豆 provided by Harmonie will be of good use to you; failing which, you may try crownline.com.my. I find this company quite ... Read More
Reviews of Service Apartments by ssid19
Hi, We have recently moved to KL and are looking at several service apartments. Do you have any input on the following service apartments or their locations 1) Wedgewood, etc. apartments in Mont Kiara 2) Nomad, etc. apartments in Bangsar 3) KLCC ...
Hi Armand, Apology for giving out email. But I do believe there are people who want to share in public and there are some who prefer to share in private. Otherwise, this forum would not have private messages, would it? At the end of the day, ... Read More
Can an expat or foreigner own property in Malaysia (KL) by usmannaeem
Hello everyone, A friend asked me if an outsider can buy property in Malaysia. I told him that I had no idea but will check it out. So, can anyone fill me in with this; is it even possible, if possible then are there any conditions etc. Thanks, ...
Thanks Celine for sharing. Of course, the loan margin is by no means fixed and every individual's financial background will dictate the final margin. The calculation of the mortgage itself is way too complicated for a layman to understand. Best ... Read More
Reviews of Service Apartments by ssid19
Hi, We have recently moved to KL and are looking at several service apartments. Do you have any input on the following service apartments or their locations 1) Wedgewood, etc. apartments in Mont Kiara 2) Nomad, etc. apartments in Bangsar 3) KLCC ...
Hi Sid, All the serviced apartments you mentioned are good places to live in. Mont Kiara is a nice and safe place to stay in and has lots of expats. I myself live in Mont Kiara. Bangsar used to be the famous place for expats but are getting ... Read More
New to Kuala Lumpur by virtualrachael
I recently moved here from Los Angeles, Ca, USA. I haven't really found many people to do things with.. so I am looking for someone to show me around and to have a fun time with. Its alot harder then i thought getting used to living in a new ...
Hi Rachel, Nice to know you here. Used to live and work in USA, New Jersey and now am settling down in Malaysia. I am also living in Mont Kiara. If you need anything, I can be contacted at warrenchim@yahoo.com. Warren Read More
Tennis partner by Abiken
Hi, I am in KL-Malaysia. I need a partner to play Tennis. Anybody interested, pls contact me.
Hi, I also would like to play with you guys. Shall we fix a time, date & venue so that everyone can have a say/feedback? Btw, I usually play at Jalan Duta courts. Warren Read More
It isn't a risk to leave forever for KL, is it?
Hi, It certainly is not a risk coming to KL for it is a very good city to live in. You can find everything here - food, accommodation & ppl! All at quite a decent price. If you do come & make this place your stay, do email me at ... Read More
125,000 US dollars per year by lovetotravel9849
Hello I am a new member on this site and am considering a position in KL. I am single and would like to rent a 2 bedroom condominium or house. The position pays 125,000 US dollars per year, and I am responsible for all taxes (I am looking into ...
Hi lovetotravel, Nice to know you here. On that kinda salary, you will have a decent living in Malaysia. Since you love to travel, you will be able to travel within Malaysia and still have savings. Of course, much will depend on how you use and ... Read More
Hi Mouny, On house/condo, very much depends on the location. Some areas are expensive whereas others may cost cheaper. Generally, we are still cheaper in terms of living cost compared to Singapore, Hong Kong & China. Food is a bit expensive, then ... Read More
Plans for Hari Raya ? by cynix008
Hey , Any plans for Hari Raya ? I know most of you wud be busy celebrating it with family n frens so this for all those who presume to be home alone on Hari Raya. Lets plan some thing up.....
Cynix, usually in Bangsar as my office is there. Kingali, Hari Raya is Eid Mubarak in Malay. It's the Syawal celebration for Muslims. Read More
ADVICE SOUGHT ON MOVING TO MALAYSIA
Hi Faisal, Nice to know you here. Am new here in this forum. On your job hunt, perhaps you can let me have your resume and I can pass ard for you. Otherwise, try jobstreet.com.my. Plenty of jobs there. Hope it helps. Warren Read More
Best area to live near school... by EnglishJacki
Hubby has just signed a new contract so he will be moving to KL in Oct, followed by me and our 3 children in December. I have been looking at schools for our 6 and 4 year old which must be British curriculum, but am having problems finding out which ...
Hi EnglishJacki, Welcome to this forum. I myself am new here. Yes, a lot to think about when relocating. I remember the experience I had when I first came here. Very very very tedious. Accommodation, taxes, schools, bills, areas, safety, etc. But ... Read More
Plans for Hari Raya ? by cynix008
Hey , Any plans for Hari Raya ? I know most of you wud be busy celebrating it with family n frens so this for all those who presume to be home alone on Hari Raya. Lets plan some thing up.....
Hi, I work for an international company in Bangsar. Do you live in KLCC too? Where do you usually hang out? Warren Read More
Can an expat or foreigner own property in Malaysia (KL) by usmannaeem
Hello everyone, A friend asked me if an outsider can buy property in Malaysia. I told him that I had no idea but will check it out. So, can anyone fill me in with this; is it even possible, if possible then are there any conditions etc. Thanks, ...
Hi Usman and All, Nice to know you here. Am new here but have settled in Malaysia and loving it. :) Anyway, just wanna highlight some points here. I used to live in Bangsar but decided to move elsewhere as I was once a victim of snatch thief in ... Read More
Plans for Hari Raya ? by cynix008
Hey , Any plans for Hari Raya ? I know most of you wud be busy celebrating it with family n frens so this for all those who presume to be home alone on Hari Raya. Lets plan some thing up.....
Hi Cynix, Nice to know you here. Am an Aussie and love to meet up with expats. Where do you work and stay? Maybe we can meet up with other expats from this forum. Warren Read More
business license for import export by ali durrani
hi i want to settle in kolalampor and have a business there.how can i get an office and a business license? i ll be thankfull for your kind Suggestion.
Hi Ali, It's nice to know you here. I am new but have settled down in Malaysia. I am not a businessman as I only work for an international company. But I do know a lawyer who helped me in the purchase of my condo. Plus, he has helped a few people ... Read More
Meet Up..
Hi Nor, It's nice to know you here. Would really love to meet up with you and the forum ppl here someday. If you are planning another meet up, kindly keep me in the loop. Thanks. My email is warrenchim@yahoo.com. Gudy day ... Read More
Internatinal school around KL! Please give me advice! by dice
Hello everyone! I'm a Japanese and I'm looking for an international school(primary school) for my child.:) Unfortunately ISKL,Mont Kiara,Garden,Nexus,British,Australian,Alice Smith are out of my price range:( So other options would be ...
Hi Dice, Nice to know you here. Please refer to the following:- 1. I hear good things about Global Indian School in Brickfields. Are there any East Asian students there? Would it be difficult for my child to adjust as most other children are from ... Read More
I want new friends in kl by Arshii
Hello.its arshii.i m moving to malaysia in the mid of spet want to make new friend ther.i dun knw anyone in kl.does anyone want to be my friend ?
Hi Arshi, I am also new to this forum and I am an Aussie but have few Malaysian friends. Where do you stay and/or usually hang out? Maybe we can meet up for drinks or two. :) My email is warrenchim@yahoo.com. Regards, Warren Read More
Moving to Kuala Lumpur by colonel_2005
Hello Everyone, I am planning to relocate from India to Kuala Lumpur. I have been offered a monthly package of RM 12K (before taxes). I believe that the taxes are pretty steep in Malaysia and if I am not mistaken I will have to shell out income tax ...
Hi All, I'm new to this forum but jz to share with you all. I used to live in Bangsar and it was a great place with all the meals and hangout places. But because I was once a victim of a snatch thief, I decided to move elsewhere. Anyway, I now ... Read More
moving to kl , advice on housing by iniyamalar
Hi all, Personally i really appreciate all those who take up their time to help those who are in need of information.. thankyou..it's really sweet.. Well coming to the point, we will be moving to kl in a month or two and would like some ...
Hi All, I was gonna reply to some of the postouts here but when I saw the replies, I was amazed at how detailed they are. Some of the places mentioned here are simply fantastic. I have lived in Bangsar and it was a great place with all the meals ... Read More
i need room in KL by kingali2308
i am looking to-let a room by rent starting from 8th of sep2011. it should b some where in the middle of the city. i m coming aall alone and dont know any 1 there, that part of land i will see 1st time. so plz help me if some 1 can. regards.
Kindly email me at warrenchim@yahoo.com if you still haven't found a room or if you need any other help. Read More
Hello KL Expats by hinglish
Just relocated to KL after spending last 10 years in London. 29/m/professional- enjoy music, drinks in the great KL weather, tennis, cycling (yup my bikes relocated with me) art, everything and anything ! Looking for some like minded souls.. ...
Hi All, Am new to this and would love to mingle ard. PM if interested. Thanks. Read More
Need a Tennis partner by Jaswinder
Hi I took up tennis coaching a few months ago and have reached level 1. I now need to practice. anyone out there can help me out. It would be great if you have a court we can play in as well. You can email me at jeswinderk@gmail.com. Thanks. :)
Hi Jaswinder, I play tennis with some Malaysians. Where do you stay? FYI, we usually play at the Jalan Duta court. Regards, Warren Read More