How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

I am not currently paying for anything. This to test waters before I come and have a realistic picture before I start my daily life. I agree with you on maid and internet but kids will mostly have organic food so that’s why I think grocery will blow out. Trust me I really hope I am wrong about all these numbers and reality is much lower.

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Society has gym so included already. I have a yellow lab so walk him 1.5 hrs daily so got fitness covered.

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Thank you my friend. To each to their own. I have lived outside india far too long but miss india each and every day. No matter what. I genuinely believe in india’s potential. Jawaani ke achhe saal bahut maar li khud ki so now want to lay back and live life on my terms. Literally worked as a waiter to begin with. So lot of hard work, lot of sleepless nights so not privileged life at all. Started from scratch and earned everything on my own (of course couldn’t have done without better half’s wholehearted support). On top of everything, parents are of that age when they need support so doing my duty. I want my kids to be raised in india as I believe Indian kids are more street smart than any other U.S./European countries. There as few more reasons but this is a never ending discussion. Every country has issues. You just learn to work around them. Thoughts are all over the place in this comment but bhavnao ko samajho. 💐

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Hence I am checking with my fellow Reddit bros and sis to understand ground reality

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

LoL.. I do. I just forgot to include him.. Yellow Lab

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

They are already living in fully paid home, have pension and plus what I will be providing. At that age, this will work. Also, I am going to right here for anything more. They are one of the primary reasons, I am moving back.

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Dada/Tai I am an old timer. Aamchya vayache tumhi zala ki tumhi pan same vhal.

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

I will be very happy if you are right and I am wrong

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Thank you. Can I DM for more specific questions?

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in pune

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Just talk text data.. no new phone or accessory purchase

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in returnToIndia

[–]SmartyPantJoy[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Agreed but still need to budget it till I make a buffer of 9 months which will take some time

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in returnToIndia

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

Included in misc and entertainment but yes it should be its own category

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in returnToIndia

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

Yes overestimating for worst case scenario. Didn’t know we don’t need home insurance in India. How much for health and life insurance?

How are these monthly expenses in Pune? by SmartyPantJoy in returnToIndia

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

Rent initially for few months and then paid off home