@richiv
Australian expat in Vietnam
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Lives in Hoi An
Registration: 25 April 2013
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eBike in Ho Chi Minh City by etcoplus
Hi, I need help please. I want to buy a eBike (Mountain Bike) in Ho Chi Minh City. Any recommendations will be appreciated please as I just can't find one. Thank You Etienne
I've looked and Lazada is your best bet. A company in HCMC is producing a bike, mainly sold in Europe, called the Saigon. Specs are very good for an urban or weekend ebike, but not really an MTB. Read More
Returning to VN by richiv
I'm married to a Vietnamese and currently staying here on a VEC, renewing every three months. Because of covid if I leave VN, I will not be allowed back in, even with the VEC. If I switch to a residence permit (TRC?), does anyone know if the ...
Thanks gents... Read More
Returning to VN
I'm married to a Vietnamese and currently staying here on a VEC, renewing every three months. Because of covid if I leave VN, I will not be allowed back in, even with the VEC. If I switch to a residence permit (TRC?), does anyone know if the ... Read More
Real Estate Prices in Vietnam by MikeTVN
Why is real estate so expensive in Vietnam relative to income level. Average monthly income in VN is about 1/25th ($148 vs $3,714) of the US and yet real estate prices are fairly equal to the US when you consider the same amount of land. That makes ...
This is the last info I saw. It's difficult for individuals although I think some people get around the regs in a small way.blogs.duanemorris.com/vietnam/2016/02/24/overseas-securities-investment-by-vietnamese-residents/ Read More
Real Estate Prices in Vietnam by MikeTVN
Why is real estate so expensive in Vietnam relative to income level. Average monthly income in VN is about 1/25th ($148 vs $3,714) of the US and yet real estate prices are fairly equal to the US when you consider the same amount of land. That makes ...
To answer the OPs question: TINA, there is no alternative. Unlike most developed countries where people can invest in stocks (domestic or foreign), a wide variety of bond, private equity, and mutual funds, real estate, etc., in Vietnam people are ... Read More
motorbike puncture repair with tyre plug kit by sanooku
A few days ago a small nail had become lodged in the back wheel of my motorbike. Air was escaping slowly. Took it to repair shop. He had several bikes to repair, so he said he couldn't repair it by taking wheel off completely that day, so come ...
4 years maybe? Life of the tire, as previously mentioned Read More
BSC Vietnam Stock Market: Seek pros and cons from those active in it by workplacestars
I've been introduced to a stockbroker from an increasingly trusted source. Being from NY, I realize the Brooklyn Bridge is always for sale to THAT special person. If you hold positions in this market I'm curious to hear of your experience ...
No worries... Thanks Read More
BSC Vietnam Stock Market: Seek pros and cons from those active in it by workplacestars
I've been introduced to a stockbroker from an increasingly trusted source. Being from NY, I realize the Brooklyn Bridge is always for sale to THAT special person. If you hold positions in this market I'm curious to hear of your experience ...
Ok. To clarify, THIGV is correct. I have invested in the VN stock market, mainly using a variety of funds for over nine years. I have invested in large cap funds, mid-cap funds, and private hedge funds. I have met with many companies, attended ... Read More
BSC Vietnam Stock Market: Seek pros and cons from those active in it by workplacestars
I've been introduced to a stockbroker from an increasingly trusted source. Being from NY, I realize the Brooklyn Bridge is always for sale to THAT special person. If you hold positions in this market I'm curious to hear of your experience ...
When you invest in a stock market you are buying a share in the ownership of a company, with all the benefits and risks that entails. I have invested in various markets for forty years and they all have risks--remember Worldcom and Enron in the US? ... Read More
Please advice me which car I should buy in Viet Nam by Sapphire Bui
Hello every one, I want to buy a new car for my family which have 4 or 5 seats and strong vehicle and nice form. I wonder which brand should I buy: Ford, Toyota, Mazda or Kia? Please kindly advice for me. I believe in your experiences. Thank you ...
I have owned both the toyota fortuner and the Mazda CX-5. Unless you need the extra room, I found the Mazda more comfortable and pleasant to drive. One thing I would mention also is that repairs (we haven't needed mechanical repairs but have ... Read More
Please advice me which car I should buy in Viet Nam by Sapphire Bui
Hello every one, I want to buy a new car for my family which have 4 or 5 seats and strong vehicle and nice form. I wonder which brand should I buy: Ford, Toyota, Mazda or Kia? Please kindly advice for me. I believe in your experiences. Thank you ...
Mazda CX-5. We have had one for three years; not a single problem. Comfortable, economical, a pleasure to drive... Read More
ordering from amazon by ancientpathos
Greetings, anyone have ang luck ordering from amazon and having them deliever here in HCMC? I am one of those large Amercans with size 13d feet, easy to get clothes made here, how about shoes, socks and large condums(those with penis envy are bound ...
I've never had to pay anything extra, but nothing in the package was of particularly high value. A few things at a time with a value of maybe $100 per shipment... Read More
how to manage rats problem by ArteoVN
Rats getting into the yard from the street and visiting all the ground floor of the house. Anybody had to deal with this problem? Anybody used ultrasound pest repellers and found them efficient? if yes, please recommend the ones you used and where ...
Cats worked for us... Read More
Yamaha or Honda ? by pilotadamp
Which bike would you prefer: Honda Airblade or Yamaha Luvias ? And why ?
I have one of each but never ride the Luvias if I can help it, unless I am transporting a large load. The Airblade is a much nicer ride and feels quicker and more refined. I've also had more problems with the Luvias--primarily electrical--but ... Read More
Looking for nice beach area to be LAZY :-) by ODB
Hi I am looking to spend around a month relaxing near a nice beach doing not much. I have spent years living in Thailand and Cambodia but am thinking about Vietnam. I don’t want to spend a lot and just need basic accommodation with internet ...
FYI, I've been living 200 meters from Ha My beach just outside Hoi An but 6kms down from Cua Dai beach and I walk my dogs on the beach and swim most mornings. Unlike what Jaitch says, on calm mornings I can walk 80 meters into the water off the ... Read More