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Tanfan said...
I disagree, I think the reaction is just another example of the low lifes who populate this place on a regular basis, hate themselves and their stations in life, and use a message board to vent their frustrations and inner self loathing. Now, go make a fucking friend.
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SpartanInNH said...
Sooooo....Odds that "lincolnrules," who "registered today," is actually a schtick Tanfan used to get people to question the veracity of the self-reported income of a new poster? so that he could then bitch about "the low lifes who populate this place on a regular basis, hate themselves and their stations in life, and use a message board to vent their frustrations and inner self loathing {sic}"?
I'm going with 50-50. That may even be low.
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Billy Dee said...
Considering the cost of even "decent" housing is much higher, taxes are much higher, medical care that you can trust and don't have to wait for costs more as well as fuel if you feel compelled to own a car in London, you would need at least 300k to approach maintaining your current standard of living. Ballpark it at 186k pounds/year. Keep in mind your housing will likely be much less spacious and comfortable than what you now have. VAT is up to 20% on many items. You need to consider if having "International" experience is a key to moving up with your company. Is this part of grooming for a promotion? If so, bite the bullet and do your time over there even if the salary bump isn't much more than your getting now. It is a vibrant city and while it's no Lincoln, you should be able to find something to do. And if you go, treat yourself to a great burger and a couple of steaks prior to leaving. British beef is crap and they overcook it to boot.
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lincolnrules said...
My company offered me a lateral job outside London. I dont have the details on pay, relo etc........What would be the equivalent pay in UK to maintain same lifestyle/savings? thanks for any insight...
This post was edited by MSU734 on 5/13/2012 at 8:57 PM
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TravelinMan said...
So it's been a few years since I've lived there, but a simple way to think about it is that the Pound to Dollar ratio is usually anywhere from 1:1.6 or even 1:1.7. However, price wise - it's 1:1. So for example, a book here in the U.S. might cost $10. In the U.K. it will cost 10 pounds. A McDonalds happy meal might be $4 here. It'll be 4 pounds there. So it's definitely more expensive to live there. In addition to housing, transportation will be a huge cost. If you live in London, you will need a tube pass. Avoid having a car, as with fuel (crazy expensive), congestion fees (ridiculous), and parking (cheaper just to abandon the car and get a new one), it makes no sense whatsoever.
We loved the city. I'd love to go back sometime. Great times.
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dubie7006 said...
Question re: cars:
I've thought about an extended trip back to england and would love to drive on the "wrong" side of the road. Is renting a car feasible there? I'd live and die by public transit, but you have to do it once. Any suggestions? And please don't recommend me a GeeWhiz or anything like that.
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dubie7006 said...
Question re: cars:
I've thought about an extended trip back to england and would love to drive on the "wrong" side of the road. Is renting a car feasible there? I'd live and die by public transit, but you have to do it once. Any suggestions? And please don't recommend me a GeeWhiz or anything like that.
My advice is to PM me when you're going to be renting (they say 'hiring') the car here, and I'll be sure to stay off the roads on those days.
Seriously, though ... it's good advice to avoid anything like a full-size sedan and get something smaller (e.g., Ford Focus, VW Golf). One reason is the size of the roads and parking spaces, especially if you're going into the countryside. The other is that petrol costs the equivalent of around $11/gallon at the moment.
You'll get used to driving on the left pretty quickly, but you'll keep bashing your hand on the door while you get used to shifting gears with your left hand. It's all right, though -- it feels like someone else is driving.
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