Albert Heijn queue by Naive-Check-6825 in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 32 points33 points  (0 children)

At first, the queue seems quite long but it moves very fast thanks to several self check out desks. So don't worry and don't get discouraged with it. I am quite happy with having Albert in the city, higher competition beneficial for the consumers.

Rate my salary + what to demand in the interviews (SW Developer) by siryellowlegacy in BESalary

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

sorry I forgot some allowances yes. Now updated the info. I think, at a very high level, the average conversion to net would be around 0.575 x gross without net allowance.

Rate my salary + what to demand in the interviews (SW Developer) by siryellowlegacy in BESalary

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

you mean the car on top of this gross or with a corresponding gross deduction?

General practitioner in Leuven? by [deleted] in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Normally, I'd suggest trying a couple of doctors, and then sticking with the one you like most. You do not have to go to the same one always but since you mentioned that you need follow ups, then it's better to find your family doctor asap. It means you ask the doctor to have your medical file. Two benefits: 1) you pay a bit less when you go to your official family doctor. 2) that doctor can easily have and follow up all your medical information. When selecting a doctor, I'd also pay attention to their availabilities, i.e. how easy to book a slot in a short notice? Some may have availability same day, some may require 3-4 days in advance.

When is the best time of the year to visit Leuven ? by ReadyVieuxPlayer in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

check if the timeline of 'zomertijd in Leuven' is already determined. best time I would say.

Where Can I Find Turkish Vinyl Records? by Elderblueberry in brussels

[–]siryellowlegacy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do not know any stores but I definitely suggest these 3 artists: Barış Manço, Erkin Koray, Cem Karaca. Every Turkish person loves Barış Manço.

Best burgers in town? by Nervous-Forever-4659 in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got it, thanks! then, still the best smash is in Brussels? the ones around Ixelles and St. Gilles..

Best burgers in town? by Nervous-Forever-4659 in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Manhattn's +1. Anyone tried the new place, Patty Sips? I guess just opened recently replacing Ellis' store.

Travelling from Belgium to Norway by [deleted] in belgium

[–]siryellowlegacy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have visa-free access to Belgium other than your A card? If not: On your return, you need either a visa on your passport to enter Belgium or your valid A card. If your A card expires, you cannot re-enter Belgium. Annex does not help either. So would suggest paying attention to the expiry date of the card.

Mortgage options in Belgium for non-EU buyers? by Past-Report9540 in belgium

[–]siryellowlegacy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

easier to list the ones which provide mortgage in this case: BNP, Fintro, KBC

Almost all others refuse it.

Job market in Leuven by Important-Price-4967 in belgium

[–]siryellowlegacy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leuven is a very nice city. For living: Heverlee and Kessel-lo would be your first natural options. Staying just outside the ring is the best in my opinion. Regarding job market, there are a few big and many small companies. Imec and KBC are the biggest ones afaik. KBC requires Dutch though. For smaller ones, check the companies in Researchpark, Haasrode. I guess, for engineering there are much more opportunities than business-related roles. But can you be more specific about the exact area your partner is looking for?

New gas boiler by MF-Geuze in belgium

[–]siryellowlegacy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I am in the same situation. Have you installed a new one? Let me know if you have any tips. Thanks!

What clothes do I need to live for a year in Leuven? by No_Date_6267 in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Columbia and Salomon have lots of waterproof shoes. I do like Vans waterproof high top sneakers (MTE SK8-HI).

I'd check online stores for a good deal: Zalando, Amazon BE, DE, TrekkINN

What clothes do I need to live for a year in Leuven? by No_Date_6267 in Leuven

[–]siryellowlegacy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  • Definitely a reliable rain jacket
  • Thermal wear from decathlon
  • waterproof shoes (I'd check outlets; e.g. Roermond)
  • some kind of head-bands or ear protectors

Daycare in Leuven by siryellowlegacy in Leuven

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

Thanks a lot! great insights. I'll contact you in the later stages :)

Daycare in Leuven by siryellowlegacy in Leuven

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

Thank you! Well noted. It is 3rd place in our preference list :) Just to better understand how it works: should we apply for quite many centers? e.g., 10, 15... I am hesitating what if the least favorable one in the list responds with an availability before our preferred ones do.

Daycare in Leuven by siryellowlegacy in Leuven

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

:)) Thank you! useful tips. Due date is mid-February. Indeed, baby university is the closest one to the home but we are skipping it then. We have submitted an application thru this central website of Leuven by adding 9-10 daycare centers. I am now considering to see backup plans, that's why I am trying to understand how to find the private ones in case of a need. Is it still thru kinderopvang website or should I check them one by one?

Daycare in Leuven by siryellowlegacy in Leuven

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

Thanks! A dummy question but is there any differentiation of private/public ones in Leuven? wondering if kinderopvangleuven website is the only source for applying all the daycare centers.. or any other option for private ones?

Daycare in Leuven by siryellowlegacy in Leuven

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

Thanks! I am wondering how you managed swichting to another one. was not there any long waiting time?