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Jackjpc

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English expat in Malta

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English

Lives in Msida

Registration: 03 January 2015

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Jackjpc replied to a thread
9 years ago
zenstarr

rental scam on expat blog by zenstarr

hi, has anyone come across or got scammed on this site before? posted a msg for a flat and as soon as i mentioned i was living in malta already, never heard back from the owners! cheers Pete

Jackjpc

I was scammed by Goldcar, took my deposit and never returned, even though the idiots signed that the rental agreement was returned okay. Left it to the credit card company Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
9 years ago
Wrongholebutherewego

Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego

Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...

Jackjpc

I did post my experiences previously that the state of the rental market is very very volatile! If you don't mind me asking what area did you pay 700eur for a 1 bed? As I managed to find a 3 bed in Msida for 350! LUCKILY the only one in budget ... Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
9 years ago
Jackjpc

Bringing My UK Car To Malta by Jackjpc

Hey guys I have decided to bring my UK registered car to Malta. Pay the import duty over here and sell it. I heard rumors that imports sell for drastically less than a Maltese Registered Car over here? Does anyone have any knowledge on selling a ...

Jackjpc

Thank you for your reply! I have seen the same model as mine for sale over here, theyre in better condition for the age and less miles! My trustworthy 2.0TDi has done 210,000 Kilometers, but still drives like new And I was quoted 2050EUR charges, ... Read More

Jackjpc created a thread
9 years ago

Bringing My UK Car To Malta

Hey guys I have decided to bring my UK registered car to Malta. Pay the import duty over here and sell it. I heard rumors that imports sell for drastically less than a Maltese Registered Car over here? Does anyone have any knowledge on selling a ... Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
Jackjpc

The situation on renting by Jackjpc

So upon our arrival here, we've spoke to 6 letting agencies and numerous agents within each agency. Our budget for 2 bedrooms is 300 to 450 euro in a central location. What we was told is that in the budget landlords are taxed higher, so ...

Jackjpc

Im just sharing my experience. Take it with a pinch of salt! But my opinion is just as valid as any other. Jack Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
Jackjpc

The situation on renting by Jackjpc

So upon our arrival here, we've spoke to 6 letting agencies and numerous agents within each agency. Our budget for 2 bedrooms is 300 to 450 euro in a central location. What we was told is that in the budget landlords are taxed higher, so ...

Jackjpc

Robpw2 if you call a handfull of these places i will bet a pint they'll be taken! Letting agents 95% aren't worth the time. However a few are decent people. We've found a place so we're happy but it could so easily be different for ... Read More

Jackjpc created a thread
10 years ago

The situation on renting

So upon our arrival here, we've spoke to 6 letting agencies and numerous agents within each agency. Our budget for 2 bedrooms is 300 to 450 euro in a central location. What we was told is that in the budget landlords are taxed higher, so ... Read More

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10 years ago
Jackjpc

We Make The Move!! by Jackjpc

We arrive on the 30th, this friday!!! We're both very much excited. My partners TEFL qualification has arrived and we've booked the flights and car rental! See you all soon!

Jackjpc

Thank you!! =D Read More

Jackjpc created a thread
10 years ago

We Make The Move!!

We arrive on the 30th, this friday!!! We're both very much excited. My partners TEFL qualification has arrived and we've booked the flights and car rental! See you all soon! Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
reggietarrent

Renting a car for 3 weeks by reggietarrent

Is there a recommended service or process to renting a car for 3 weeks? I have a UK drivers license and I'm not sure what else I need. Are there any common pitfalls in the card rental process? A reputable company recommendation would be ...

Jackjpc

My mistake to send that privately but I have no hidden agenda :) with a car rental company Sorry Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
reggietarrent

Renting a car for 3 weeks by reggietarrent

Is there a recommended service or process to renting a car for 3 weeks? I have a UK drivers license and I'm not sure what else I need. Are there any common pitfalls in the card rental process? A reputable company recommendation would be ...

Jackjpc

Hi there! I sent a private message of a company I have used in the past! No affiliation to them other than being a customer! Franks rentals for me being under 25 are superb! Some international companies charge extortionate prices for under ... Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
reggietarrent

Renting a car for 3 weeks by reggietarrent

Is there a recommended service or process to renting a car for 3 weeks? I have a UK drivers license and I'm not sure what else I need. Are there any common pitfalls in the card rental process? A reputable company recommendation would be ...

Jackjpc

I have sent you a private message! Read More

Jackjpc created a thread
10 years ago

Will The ETC provide services to EU nationals?

As the title says, will they provide EU nationals with help finding work? Their website doesn't specifically mention EU's looking for work and what they can help with! Thanks Jack Chandler Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
adventous

Help Required, Maltese Citizen and UK National Moving to Malta by adventous

Hi There! I'm Jack a UK/Maltese passport holder! And my partner and I are moving to Malta! But i have a very big question, we're both 23 and have around 9000euro's in savings to make the move, initially staying with my extended family ...

Jackjpc

Thanks! I will hope my family can assist when we're there! We've had our joint account about a year. Im sure im worrying too much as employment will be the gateway. That in mind if we're renting but unemployed 3 months they ... Read More

Jackjpc replied to a thread
10 years ago
adventous

Help Required, Maltese Citizen and UK National Moving to Malta by adventous

Hi There! I'm Jack a UK/Maltese passport holder! And my partner and I are moving to Malta! But i have a very big question, we're both 23 and have around 9000euro's in savings to make the move, initially staying with my extended family ...

Jackjpc

When you say 3 months to find a job, what happens after 3 months? Will my partner have to leave? Read More