Buying furniture in Koblenz

Take your car when you go furniture shopping! You may initially believe that this isn’t a necessity, especially if you’re not planning on buying anything just yet. However, it really and truly is. What’s important to note is that it may seem as though taking public transportation would be the easiest option, as it typically […]

Buying furniture in Solingen

Furnishing an entire apartment or house can be quite the task. It’s not as simple as just closing your eyes and picking a furniture store that you’ll purchase each and every item for your home from. Instead, it requires thought, preparation and of course, a lot of research. You will also want to weigh the […]

Internet and Phone Service in Germany

Just like the rest of the world, there are a number of options for telephone and Internet service in Germany. Phone Service While residing in Germany, most people have land lines in addition to their for cell phones. Cell phones are obtained in one of three ways: pre-paid service, monthly payment plans and a one-time prepayment renewable […]

Meet Fellow Expatriates

Toytown Germany Toytown Germany is one of the best and most popular online resources for expats whose primary language is English. Here you will find discussion forums, job listings, property listings, reviews on restaurants and other entertainment venues, along with a great deal of other information on every aspect of your new life in Germany. […]

Insurance in Germany; Fast Facts: German Health Insurance

In Germany, health insurance is mandatory. Whether you are on vacation in Germany, residing for a short period of time, or here for the long term, you are required to have health insurance. The main form of health insurance in Germany is the state health insurance which covers the majority of the residence, a significant […]

Swiss International School in Fellbach, Stuttgart

The Swiss International School (SIS) in Fellbach-Stuttgart is a private, bilingual school that caters to English and German speaking students. Located in Fellbach, they offer courses for preschool through secondary school to local and international students. Teachers speak roughly half English and half German to their students throughout the years in attendance. In preschool and primary […]

Buying furniture in Wuppertal

Amazing furniture in Wuppertal With lots of history and much to see on a day to day basis, Wuppertal is a great location for just about any Expat. Besides history, Wuppertal is also a great place when it comes to furniture shopping. There is definitely no need to go straight to IKEA as you will […]

A Place to Call Home: Buying Furniture in Berlin

When expatriates move to Germany, they often find that furnished apartments are both expensive and very rare. This can cause a lot of problems, as shipping your furniture abroad can also cost a pretty penny and take a few months on top of that. Some expats therefore rent a hotel room to ease the transition. […]

GEZ Inspectors, TV, and Radio License Check-ups

The GEZ in Germany is one of those things that is dreaded. People stand at their doors refusing to open them in fear that on the next side is someone asking if they have a TV or radio. There are all these stories about the GEZ camping out in front of doors, listening hard to […]

Buying Furniture in the Frankfurt Area

When you have to relocate yourself and your family across an ocean, the cost of shipping your furniture can be quite expensive. In that situation, sometimes it is better to leave your old furniture in storage, sell it, or give it to family and then buy new furniture when you get to your new home […]

Rental Furniture in Germany – the Smart Alternative for Expats

The popularity of rental furniture companies in Germany is rapidly increasing. With places like  Furniture Leasing Corporation  adequately supplying expats furniture and appliance needs, there’s even less of a reason to get tied up buying furniture that you’ll only need for a couple of months. Having access to furniture rental companies means that expatriates can […]

Will I regret moving to Germany from the U.S.?

Germany is a very beautiful country with a lot to do and see. Granted, there is a difference between vacationing somewhere and moving there. Whether or not you will be happy moving to Germany is dependent on many factors that come into play. The United States is a lot different from Germany in some ways […]

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