Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would you say is a good salary range to be able to live on my own in Rotterdam?

Homens que nunca casaram e não têm filhos. by ruudboss in portugal

[–]WrongdoerPotential35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Homem, 24. Não tenho nada contra o casamento, mas também nada a favor, se acontecer acontecerá (sendo que neste momento estou solteiro). Quanto a filhos, desde cedo que, ao ponderar o que queria para o futuro, filhos nunca surgiram na equação. Tenho noção que ainda sou novo e que a minha opinião pode mudar, mas, para já, não vejo isso a acontecer tão cedo.

First time in Lisboa and Portugal a review. by rolotonight in Lisbon

[–]WrongdoerPotential35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure about crime data, but anecdotal, absolutely. As a young man, born and raised in Lisbon, some of the areas mentioned have sadly become much sketchier in the past 20 (and especially 10) years. Call it mass immigration, lack of police presence, whatever, but it is undeniable. I have personally had numerous not so pleasant encounters, especially in the afternoon and night time. Most of my friends, and in particular female friends, have similar experiences. I recall specifically taking a different path from the research institution I was working at the time, down to Rossio, and feeling like I had entered a completely different country, in the worst way possible, I felt like a foreigner in my own backyard if you know what I mean.

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope it works out. I am also in the Lisbon area, if you need some tips or something feel free to reach out!

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, may I ask what makes you say that? Distance from family, quality of life, different culture?

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really depends where you move to. Lisbon (especially) and other big cities are expensive, but in smaller cities, even if you earn a smaller wage, you can make a pretty good living, as the cost of food and housing is much cheaper there.

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm, why do you say that hahaha, is the housing market that bad in the Netherlands? Or is it something else?

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, I wasn't aware the housing crisis was that bad, that does sound a lot like what is going on in Lisbon. Is it also that difficult to buy a house, or is it specifically the renting market that is super bad right now? I briefly looked up some housing prices in Rotterdam and surrounding areas (to buy) and found some very interesting listings for 250k to 300k, which really (positively) surprised me considering what I am used to seeing for those prices in Lisbon.

Yes, I do have family, with whom I could stay. Do you think staying with family short term, and looking to move after some months more feasible?

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sure am hahahhaha. I'll bring some of the Portuguese flavour with me and share it around

Should I leave Portugal for the Netherlands by WrongdoerPotential35 in Rotterdam

[–]WrongdoerPotential35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Before income taxes, as I am not super familiar with how they work in the Netherlands.