My COST OF LIVING in Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA 🇲🇾 (OCTOBER 2024 Update)

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  • @JackAlderton
    @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I hope you got at least one valuable takeaway from this video and it opened your eyes to another part of the world. Please let me know by leaving your thoughts or questions as a comment below right now.
    I use this to send money overseas ► wise.prf.hn/l/QLBVm1b/
    Connect with me ► instagram.com/mrjackalderton

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Notification on. Look forward to watching this later. Beautiful thumbnail from TRX.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Yasin, good spotting of location ;)

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JackAlderton Wonderful. I've not been to TRX since I'm still in living in Kuantan. The rooftop garden at the TRX Exchange Mall is such a beautiful greenery area. 😀

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Yasin_Affandi I'll do a full tour and day-in-the-life vlog there at some point! It really is great, an Aussie developer too 😀

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JackAlderton That's wonderful. Thank you Jack. 😀

  • @G01f-Ba11-2
    @G01f-Ba11-2 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Thanks Jack, as an Aussie looking to retire early in Malaysia these videos are always helpful, we are over there again in December, I can't wait to get back there!

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Appreciate the feedback and kind words. Have an amazing time over here!!

    • @DonDon45-i5h
      @DonDon45-i5h หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is australia declining?

  • @jejudo3000
    @jejudo3000 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Malaysia is amazing. It’s truly Asia! 🇲🇾

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Loving it here! Such a diverse place, TRX mall is the best of advanced modernity, surrounded by rich culture and history. There's something for everyone in Malaysia.

  • @matthewsturgis431
    @matthewsturgis431 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Excellent video, Jack. Thank you for all of this helpful information. You are incredibly engaging while at the same time being concise and explicit. Congratulations!!

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks so much Matthew, glad you enjoyed the video & it was helpful!

  • @aerolaeious
    @aerolaeious หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Great insights on your expenses as an expat. As for the average local Malaysian, one does feel the impact of inflation as earnings are far less than what an expat would receive. However, the Malaysian government is very much aware of this evolving situation and is proactively addressing it by dynamically implementing several prudent strategies directly to the specific classes of societal groups, as well as, indirectly collaborating with various pertinent established institutions that can expediently help balance and consequently elevate the living situation and conditions of the average Malaysian citizen.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for your great comment. Yes I was reading the latest budget announced, I think things are slowly moving in the right direction.

  • @Evelyn-s4n7k
    @Evelyn-s4n7k 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Glad that you comment highly in KL. Australia is very expensive to buy anything. Even to take pic with Santa and Xmas display, ou get charged. Malaysian Xmas decorations are so much nicer and you can take pics free of charge. Dentists and GPs are charging very high fees. Chemist warehouse is a discounted retailer but you often pay high costs for cheap products. I strongly recommend travelling to Malaysia to do all shopping to cut costs.

  • @Yasin_Affandi
    @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    What a wonderful video, thank you for sharing your cost of living in KL, by breaking down all your expenses into sixteen categories.

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Jack, do you work in TRX Tower. The TRX Exchange Mall area, ground and rooftop are so beautiful.

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      About the inflation, the increased cost of food, goods and services, I actually think there's quite a difference, I've noticed that many consumer items from groceries stores have increased in prices after the pandemic & lockdown. But the difference is quite small, more or less around RM1 only for each item. But if you gather everything in a basket, depending on how many items in your basket, the difference could be more than RM10 for each grocery shopping.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes TRX Exchange 106, great building!

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Interesting, thanks for that. Yes it can definitely add up!

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @JackAlderton Wonderful. The TRX Exchange Tower is one of the many tall buildings and structures in KL, ie Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, Four Seasons, TM Tower, Merdeka 118 and few more under construction. 😀

  • @bosansangat1373
    @bosansangat1373 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Good information and well taken video.
    As a Malaysian, I think your cost of living is the same as a family of four living in the suburbs of Kuala Lumpur.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you for watching and leaving a comment with insights - spot on, I agree with that.

    • @goodguyaus
      @goodguyaus หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for providing a local insight 🙏🏻

    • @bosansangat1373
      @bosansangat1373 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@FelixArdLykke you should ask a tennis player 😁

  • @Suegirdler55
    @Suegirdler55 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Hello Jack. Thank you for your videos. Great work. Useful as well.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Sue, appreciate it.

  • @johnheah1526
    @johnheah1526 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Wising you a happy stay in Malaysia. May you make many friends and enjoy the food.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you John, appreciate that. Gotta love the food!

  • @johnrencher442
    @johnrencher442 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fantastic information… thank you so very much….

  • @nicholasslayer92
    @nicholasslayer92 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    great stuff as usual from you, you are becoming a native Malaysian now

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Nicholas! Doing my best haha

  • @27868415
    @27868415 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Informative and looking forward on coming vlog

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks mate, lots more videos coming.

  • @vwchan841
    @vwchan841 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Well, my Malaysian bro-in-law's Singaporean wife hands down says Malaysia food is better. Sure, it is price driven, but everyone only goes from Singapore to Malaysia to eat, never the opposite (even if price neutral somehow).

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Fair enough! Personally I think I'm unbiased and call it like it is, both are great and I think the rivalry is more about a national pride thing than really the quality of the food itself.

    • @Drippinonyou
      @Drippinonyou หลายเดือนก่อน

      always random malaysian comparing food to singapore. remember guys, comparison is the theft of joy. you are miserable if u compare which countries food is better. There is always something better than you in some aspects. never compare.

  • @marynield3708
    @marynield3708 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Found a gem of organic vegetables section at Village Grocer at Bangsar Village for anyone interested - fresh and excellent variety. Also shout out to staff and security there just really kind humans 🎉

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome insight Mary, thank you!

    • @goodguyaus
      @goodguyaus หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for sharing, Mary!

  • @gryblk21
    @gryblk21 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I think that joining BRICS will serve to stabilize or strengthen the ringgit against most currencies over time. As a major producer and exporter, Malaysia will also become an important finance and investment hub.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I believe so. Also potential for a lot of AI/chip & data centre investment, so watch this space.

  • @CKology
    @CKology หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Incredible hair! Great insight! Super posh too 💙 , well done 🇲🇾

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Haha thanks buddy, appreciate it.

  • @kevinm-fr4wl
    @kevinm-fr4wl 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What a great review...subbed :)

  • @Gt11369
    @Gt11369 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    G day to you too man than you for this🔥🔥

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No worries mate, thanks for watching!

  • @CatB-r5c
    @CatB-r5c หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Thanks, Jack. Just moved to KL a month ago. I recall your cost video you did before. That inspired me to keep track of my expenses since arriving. I have to say, I don’t know how you’ve managed to keep costs so low. My grocery shopping alone is through the roof. Pay more here in groceries than back in the U.K.! How is that possible?!! 😂 Let’s see if I can reduce my costs this month! Thanks for all the info and inspiration! 🙏

    • @ZalshahZalshah
      @ZalshahZalshah หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Don't shop at high scale grocery stores... Go to the local store... You will see the huge difference...

    • @makkienleong6865
      @makkienleong6865 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      There are some shops that is overpriced in the city. You have to compare prices here too. It is even cheaper when you are outside the city center.

    • @CatB-r5c
      @CatB-r5c หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ZalshahZalshah thank you. Yes. I need to find some local stores. I normally shop at Jaya Grocer. The quality is usually good but very expensive overall.

    • @CatB-r5c
      @CatB-r5c หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@makkienleong6865 thank you. I need to find where those local shops are and check the quality too.

    • @makkienleong6865
      @makkienleong6865 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CatB-r5c For some reason, comment got deleted. Try looking for NSK Grocer, Giant, 99 Speedmart and Econsave.

  • @xiaomashitu
    @xiaomashitu หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Malaysia Affordable Luxury 😊

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's it! Thanks for watching and dropping a comment.

  • @ElChapoDel8
    @ElChapoDel8 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    What about cars and the process buying one? I heard that in singapur you need to pay up to 100k usd for registering a toyota corolla (that’s if your are lucky to have a place to register the car)😬 is it that bad in kuala lumpur or not?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Nope completely different in Malaysia - much more affordable - I'd say most people have a car, even though I personally don't! Also grab & public transport is super convenient and affordable so worth keeping in mind.

  • @razalitamam7027
    @razalitamam7027 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Enjoy Malaysia 🇲🇾❤

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks mate! Great to be here, lovely country.

  • @robinhorn8321
    @robinhorn8321 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks for your video.
    Does you apartment also changed?
    If I remember correctly your last appointment video was more pricey, but may that just seem to me since I calculate in USD.
    If you apartment changes it could be a nice Video to see an other apartment to.
    As I researched for myself, it was very interesting for me.
    I plan to live in future In Kuala Lumpur or in a specific small Island in Indonesia.
    So your videos was part of my research and decision making where to look first for a new Home. ❤ thank you.

    • @robinhorn8321
      @robinhorn8321 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @
      That’s a totally personal choice.
      Do you like city or village.
      Do you plan children.
      Do you like party.
      Are you interested in surfing or you like to have small waves for sailing.
      It is impossible to answer your question without deeper consultation.
      In I don’t want to share my answers to that questions. 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Robin! Yes you're right, my situation changed from the first video. I'm sharing with my partner. KL could be a great option, but I definitely get the appeal of the Indonesian island lifestyle! I'd fully encourage you to try both and see what works best for you. Glad these videos helped and hope all goes well mate!

  • @jeffinphoenix
    @jeffinphoenix 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Oh wow I thought you were a full time influencer. You have a corporate job like the rest of us! Haha. Thanks for all the info!

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Haha I do indeed. I'll try to do a full sit-down 'tell my story' kind of video, I think it's much needed to connect more with my audience. Thanks for watching mate!

  • @sejengkalsehasta3211
    @sejengkalsehasta3211 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You should try to stay in Ipoh or Taiping...you can save so much...

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Great places! I have visited Ipoh twice but haven't stopped in Taiping yet. I agree, it's much cheaper. Unfortunately I have to be here for now to go to the office.

  • @ryusake1
    @ryusake1 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you for your insights. I have a question if it’s not too personal. Do you think dating with the intention of something stable as an expat in KL is harder or easier compared to your hometown/country?
    In Singapore I noticed that some western women were more direct compared to my home country in western Europe and I would be interested to know how the vibe is in KL. I‘m not talking partying and stuff but like everyday life making acquaintances etc. does that come easier or harder?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      No worries, thanks for a great question! Honest answer, both. It's obviously easier in many ways as you will generally have more options, a much more down-to-earth population and what I'd consider friendlier & more family oriented women. Settling down into a more stable relationship has it's challenges, from cultural differences to expectations about the future. I found it a lot easier to make friends and acquantances in KL, and a partner. But long term, yes there are challenges you wouldn't necessarily face at home. Hope that helps!

    • @nutzhazel
      @nutzhazel 10 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      As a local Malaysian woman, yes most Malaysian usually dates for future marriage regardless of any religion, so they will mostly be frank about future marriage life like housing, kids etc, but those topics must be approached with sensitivity and subtlety at first.

  • @VirtousStoic
    @VirtousStoic หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Tysm❤❤❤❤❤

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome! thanks for watching

  • @sachinsawant3582
    @sachinsawant3582 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi, are you still in Malaysia? I recently moved here from India for work, and I'm looking for some expats to explore new places with. I’d also love some guidance on how to get along with people here. Let me know if you’re up for it!

  • @stormbirdweather7047
    @stormbirdweather7047 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good, I just have to double that to get to my budget. We go out a lot for food and drinks.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      haha nice, well the food and drinks are definitely worth it here!!

  • @AnywhereAnytimeVideos
    @AnywhereAnytimeVideos หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Looks like your in the right place

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks mate, I think so too. Let's see how it plays out.

  • @najmi3227
    @najmi3227 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    try shop grocery from nsk much cheaper than jaya grocer

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      absolutely, will actually give it a go myself and compare the difference

  • @makkienleong6865
    @makkienleong6865 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    SIngapore isn't better when it comes to food. Talking about common restaurants as we don't go to premium ones often. The flavor here is much stronger as we are not stingy with the ingredients. I can send you my list of restaurants to your email if you want.
    There is a price increase for some of the food. Like Soong Kee Beef Noodles at Jalan Tun HS Lee now charging RM13 (big) instead of RM9 for a bowl of dry beef noodles compare to last year is one of the example. Many other dishes went up to RM8 or 9 from RM7 too.

    • @ezz151
      @ezz151 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I can attest to that. Food in KL is far superior compared to Sg’s in terms of taste and price. Had dinner which cost SGD170 for two at a ‘normal’, not high-end restaurant, and that didn’t even include wine. In comparison with ‘expensive’ Europe, I paid equivalent of SGD140 for dinner for two at a high-end restaurant by the Danube river in Vienna including a bottle of wine.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Matter of preference and opinion. I absolutely love Malaysia's food and by no means am saying it's bad. Yes, please send me that list of restaurants, would love to check them out.
      Good insights, thanks for your comment!

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'd agree with price, but not necessarily taste or quality. Nonethless, each to their own and by all means, Malaysian food is absolutely amazing. You're right about it being very expensive and not worth in comparison but as they say, when in Rome..

  • @decTac
    @decTac หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks mate for sharing this..
    Enjoy your stay in Malaysia 🇲🇾🌺👍

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you, appreciate that

  • @user-NASH2024
    @user-NASH2024 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cheaper cost of living and worth it for daily needs and can save more expenses

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      yes that's my experience!

  • @ZyrainVDW
    @ZyrainVDW 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Prices do increase steadily post pandemic 🤣. Overall, it is still manageable. Again, depending on your area; income level, one person or with kids etc.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      100% - I have noticed rent prices in premium buildings rocketed since pandemic, which makes sense. Thanks for the comment and sharing your view!

  • @Black-Circle
    @Black-Circle หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    thanks

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome!

  • @michaellan78
    @michaellan78 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good video, so cheap. How do you keep track all your spending? In most Asian countries, they are cash economy (ie can't pay by cards) so very hard to track spending into categories.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Great question, thanks Michael. Actually I'd consider Malaysia very advanced in this area. I pay for most things using Apple pay (credit card) or online banking/transfer. Grab pay and other e-wallets are very popular and accepted almost everywhere. I rarely use cash but always carry just in case. I do live a very city-centric lifestyle day-to-day so that's probably why I have more of this experience.
      As for tracking, I manually record each transaction at the time of purchase into Apple notes, then add it to my spreadsheet with categories every morning. It's a nice ritual and keeps you cognisant of daily expenses and trends instead of automating everything. I'll definitely do a full video on this process at some point!

    • @sumijones
      @sumijones หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      As a local Malay, we don’t carry cash around because hawkers and small business owners prefer to transact using QR code. It’s cashless, our local banks don’t charge us any fees and instant transfer. Much easier for customers since they don’t need to carry cash, much easier for business owners since they don’t need to provide change.

  • @booaks2980
    @booaks2980 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Do you consider getting yourself a Malaysian driving license so you can cut down your transportation expenses?

    • @pgee8702
      @pgee8702 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can drive with your country's driver's license...I do and have rented cars on long term rentals there as I stay in the country for more than 3 to 6 months every year..

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, as the other comment says I can drive on my license or use an IDP and drive ongoing. Getting a car would actually drastically increase my transportation expenses, so I'm happy getting the train and occassional grabs as it's very convenient and efficient for my lifestyle.

  • @jimmccann3856
    @jimmccann3856 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Jack, its hot as hell in Malaysia. Do some people live a fully nocturnal lifestyle? (This was actually quite common in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, when I lived there...)

    • @AMSWingsOfLiberty
      @AMSWingsOfLiberty หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah most of tropical countries are lively during night time since it's cooler and hence we spend a lot of time in night time

    • @Black-Circle
      @Black-Circle หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      last place you wanna be out at night is there

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Haha good question. Personally it really suits me, I love the heat and the sun. I'm out and about early morning and am an early bird at night. I do blast the aircon at home, and there's a reason malls/shopping centres are so popular (aircon). But you're right, even still it's not for everyone. My parents weren't a fan when they visited for that reason.

    • @makkienleong6865
      @makkienleong6865 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Once you get used to it. You still can go out at day time. Getting adapted takes time. If you put me in 4 seasons country, I will need time to get used to the cold too. I can actually practice at Cameron Highlands though. The temperature there could get very cold.

  • @broalan7915
    @broalan7915 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What telco you use ?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Umobile! Got it from 711 straight out of quarantine when I arrived, been working really well ever since

    • @broalan7915
      @broalan7915 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @JackAlderton One of the best telcos offering affordable internet plans with unlimited calls and data.

  • @mdrasheduzzaman5139
    @mdrasheduzzaman5139 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Which Visa you are on

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm on an EP (work visa).

  • @BaldAfroninja
    @BaldAfroninja หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    W Malaysia for Cozzy Liv's 🎉🎉🎉

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂 first i've heard that one! will use it in the next update

  • @LoLo-yx5dj
    @LoLo-yx5dj หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey great video ! I want to study in Malaysia. do you have any tips or websites etc. for me that can help find me a great apartment so I won’t get scammed ?
    Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      For sure, please use iproperty or propertyguru and only reach out to registered agents that you can verify. Whatsapp is the usual contact method - make sure to meet them in person when viewing condos - hope that helps!

    • @LoLo-yx5dj
      @LoLo-yx5dj หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ thank you so much for your reply. I appreciate it ! I’ll watch you videos from now on until it’s time for me to actually go there 🤗

  • @glennkeese7922
    @glennkeese7922 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How long can I stay in Malaysia without MM2H, I don't have to funds to qualify for the new requirements

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      3 months at a time, depending where you're from.

  • @davidpaterson7142
    @davidpaterson7142 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Have you considered buying a property in Malaysia? Is it possible to get mortgages as an expat?

    • @pgee8702
      @pgee8702 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not really..you need to pay up front almost 80 percent of property value and mortgage other 20 percent

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have looked into it but I agree with the other comment, it doesn't usually make sense. Capital appreciation is very poor here and the rental market is fantastic for renters so it works out much better to not buy and maintain flexibility. Very, very different market to Australia, where I'd be much more inclined to buy and put my capital there, for example.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      But yes, to answer your question, it is possible to get a mortgage, particularly if you are working here. If you were 100% committed to living here forever, I'd consider it seriously.

  • @hijazzains
    @hijazzains หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Government is redicing fuel subsidies so inflation may increade aftef May 2025

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good point - let's see how that plays out.

  • @bamboowu-x5u
    @bamboowu-x5u หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    hello excuse me sir when you make video to india plz

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the suggestion, I might consider it in the future!

  • @saskan6373
    @saskan6373 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm confused.... in the previous video, you mentioned your rent was RM 2,900 but now it's RM 2,000?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The condo is 2.9k, I split it with someone based on my living situation.

    • @saskan6373
      @saskan6373 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JackAlderton Ah I see. Thanks for the clarification.

  • @betelgezaa
    @betelgezaa หลายเดือนก่อน

    Basically - 1600 usd a month in Malaysia capital is a lot. Many people in Southern Europe make that much month and have to live on that in Europe. If he spends that much In Malaysia it means he keeps a very high standard of live. I think that more humble person but still with dignity would spend there 1000 usd a month.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yes it's a relatively high standard of living. Especially compared to Sydney where I came from. 1600 USD is barely enough to cover rent in a 1 bedroom apartment :/

    • @betelgezaa
      @betelgezaa หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ true. You are a very normal person. You keep standards but you are down to Earth. Dignity and normality. I like it.

  • @EmpowerWave-ol2ol
    @EmpowerWave-ol2ol หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great breakdown

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and leaving feedback!

  • @goodguyaus
    @goodguyaus หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ayy, my good sir, what is up with those dicky knees of yours?!😋
    But seriously... Jack, thanks for the precise breakdown of the numbers - coming in REALLY useful (similar situation: bachelor, from Oz), and provides butt-kicking motivation to get a plan going on (am crying in Sydney* tears now...). Ditto the currency arbitrage bit (hadn't even thought of doing that before 🤦🏻‍♂)
    Hope your vid blows up too for (some) US viewers as the election dust settles over there...
    * mate, they've snuck in extra spacing in the Tim Tam plastic holders so you're getting fewer! Colesworth bosses are getting grilled by govt. enquiries lately.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Haha I train a bit too hard sometimes. Cheers for the comment and insights, appreciate it and glad you got value. Oh no, they can't change the Tim Tams... they are sacred!!

  • @SahifulTajuddin
    @SahifulTajuddin หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Jack, the ringgit is not getting strong anymore. U can 😊 now 😂. Lucky u.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      haha it's been fairly volatile! Just gotta play the game ;)

  • @marfu1119
    @marfu1119 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How old are you Jack?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey I'm 29! Almost the big 3-0

  • @suplolok8873
    @suplolok8873 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Handsome , Jack 😃

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for watching.

  • @BaldAfroninja
    @BaldAfroninja หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    1:24 A SUPRISE CAMEO?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂 good spot - everyone sub to BaldAfroninja!!

  • @vivaliliy1562
    @vivaliliy1562 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You can stay further but best to get a car for convenience and avoid walking in the heat. We Malaysian generally avoid the sun during the day. 😂

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      True! Up to each to figure out what they prefer. Personally I love walking and being outside, I actually wish I got more of a tan in Malaysia - the sun is no where near as harsh as Australia. Thanks for the comment!

  • @booaks2980
    @booaks2980 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your expenses are 1.5 months of my salary. Your lifestyle is luxurious/expensive for SOME Malaysians but cheap for SOME westerners.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree with that, everything is relative of course. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment with your insights.

  • @nathanaihe7341
    @nathanaihe7341 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Malaysia 🇲🇾 for Alex Topyln

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      aesthetic dude but I don't get the Malaysia link haha

    • @nathanaihe7341
      @nathanaihe7341 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ I’m sorry bro 😎 I’m just referencing someone for Malaysia 🇲🇾

  • @Cik_Siput.Luar_Biasa
    @Cik_Siput.Luar_Biasa หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Malaysia and Singapore is the USA & Canada of Southeast Asia

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sounds about right, cheers for watching and leaving a comment.

  • @christovanwyk1348
    @christovanwyk1348 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How easy is it to get a job in Malaysia?

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Depends on your skillset. Can't speak for every industry, but a job in general, not so difficult. A high paying job, much harder.

    • @jsully121
      @jsully121 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JackAlderton What are you doing for work in KL?

  • @mikewestwood567
    @mikewestwood567 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m an expat and find the taxes over here extreme. I also pay a lot more in rent but live in KLCC. Otherwise the cost of living is very reasonable.

    • @beautifulindianmelody
      @beautifulindianmelody หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Doesn't the tax rate go back to staggering rates after 6 months? Plus expats don't need to contribute into EPF enabling you to earn more of in not mistaken

    • @hijazzains
      @hijazzains หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes tax is 30% flat on foreigners.

    • @EGO0808
      @EGO0808 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@hijazzainsno, it is not. Only if you reside less than 180 days per year in Malaysia. Otherwise you follow the tax regime as any other fiscal resident in Malaysia.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks and I can't comment on your tax situation but I don't agree with it in my case. The tax rate works out to be 20% max, which is less than half what it would be for a relative salary in Australia, so to me it's far lower and not extreme. Not many places better tbh! Locals on average to lower salary essentially pay nothing (income tax-wise).

    • @beautifulindianmelody
      @beautifulindianmelody หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mikewestwood567 and as an expat, your pf contribution can be skipped if you prefer that, thereby only increasing the portion of the salary paid to you. After 6 months, taxation goes to normal taxation policies and brackets. Effective tax rate should be around 15-22% based on what your salary is.

  • @daniania2484
    @daniania2484 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ermmm...he have a girlfriend already😮‍💨😩

  • @angelicious9251
    @angelicious9251 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Well, let's see how much you spend when getting married and having kids! Surely add much. XD

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Haha absolutely!! It will be worth it though.

  • @abdulmuaz4573
    @abdulmuaz4573 หลายเดือนก่อน

    date me please

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      haha sorry mate!

  • @azharidris7092
    @azharidris7092 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    who the hell still buys Apple product in 2024..

    • @Black-Circle
      @Black-Circle หลายเดือนก่อน

      me

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      They have the highest market cap of any company in the world at the time of this comment, so safe to say many, many people!

    • @jihanjittu3125
      @jihanjittu3125 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @azharidris7092
      What phone you’re using then?

    • @jihanjittu3125
      @jihanjittu3125 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @azharidris7092
      By the way I’m using the iPhone since the original iPhone right to the iPhone 16.

    • @tinaahern252
      @tinaahern252 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me

  • @betelgezaa
    @betelgezaa 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    He eats organic food. Disappointing.

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Haha respectfully, what do you mean?

    • @betelgezaa
      @betelgezaa 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Organic food is a hoax. It is normal food of worsened quality and heightened price. Only for gullible people who have too much money.

  • @elpo4684
    @elpo4684 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hye jack please find malay future wife 😂 and learn Malay language, for sure you will be known rest of malaysia

    • @JackAlderton
      @JackAlderton  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Haha not sure about the wife but I can definitely work on my Malay! Thanks for the feedback.