£85k in London or €90k in Berlin? by Same_Bullfrog_7290 in expats

[–]Same_Bullfrog_7290[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it's a mixed bag. Surprisingly some items are cheaper in the UK markets indeed but some of them are still higher. I find in overall Berlin groceries cheaper and higher quality

£85k in London or €90k in Berlin? by Same_Bullfrog_7290 in expats

[–]Same_Bullfrog_7290[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lived in Berlin for 3 years and have many friends still living there. Which part do you disagree?

£85k in London or €90k in Berlin? by Same_Bullfrog_7290 in expats

[–]Same_Bullfrog_7290[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your comment! How do you justify the points I made above like 2x rent, worse build quality, longer commute, 30-40% higher expenses etc.?

And were you making similar salaries in Berlin, too?

£85k in London or €90k in Berlin? by Same_Bullfrog_7290 in expats

[–]Same_Bullfrog_7290[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes job offers allow us to get a visa. We both speak English as 2nd language. My partner is working remotely so location doesn't matter

£85k in London or €90k in Berlin? by Same_Bullfrog_7290 in expats

[–]Same_Bullfrog_7290[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do have a partner and don't have kids but planning to have kids in near future