Am 58 retiring next year but the thought of retirement gives me weakness. My apologies to everyone who have retired and filing social security during this time after putting in all those years of work just to lose everything to a problem you never imagined to happen. It’s so difficult for people who are retired and have no savings or loved ones to fall back on.
True, It has never been easier to understand how to build your money after retirement than it is right now with the inflation, when you may study and experience a completely variegated market passively by employing a successful portfolio-advisor. The impacts of the U.S. dollar's gain or fall on investments, in my opinion, are complex.
Even if you’re not skilled, it is still possible to hire one. I was a project manager and my personal portfolio of approximately $850k of my retirement pension took a big hit in April due to the crash. I quickly got in touch with a financial-planner that devised a defensive strategy to protect my funds and make profit from my portfolio this red season. I’ve made over $250k since then.
There are a handful of experts in the field. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with ‘’Colleen Rose Mccaffery” for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She’s quite known in her field, look-her up.
You don't know what you're talking about lah. I am a 75yo retired senior. Expenses is the lowest in my life. That's because as you grow old, you don't desire to buy material things, don't eat much, lose interest in travel..... In fact the highest cost item to anticipate would be medical (treatment for serious health problem)
Very well said !! At the age of 70, we eat little. Less salt less sugar. Seldom eat charkwayteow, or even prawn noodle. Don't need a car or entertainment or newspaper. Just hang around in national library which is aircon. Without a car, cost of living in SG is bearable.
At age 55, we will downgrade our 5 room to 4 room end of this year. Might change to 2 room flexi when our kids move out from our house. We will get at least 2500(or 3000, with 4xbrs) each per month at age 65. Currently we spend less then 2000 per month for basic household necessities and will continue to live like that for many years. We spend a lots on traverling. Singapore is an ideal retirement place for us.
One medical operation 70k , cos u don't want to wait in gov hospital. Health will definitely throw a spanner at your plan. Unless u decided to not change money with life span
I think when we reach a certain age, we will not have so much of an appetite especially if there are health issues. Expenses are no longer high as kids have all grown up and no more loan. Living in Singapore is really so much more convenient and simple. Everything is walking distance if you stay near town Center. Having a house in both Singapore and Malaysia just complicate our lives. We only need one home. Most of the time older folks nowadays prefer to die at home. My thought toward retirement is just Keep It Simple. Don’t need to over analyse.
Totally agree with you. Also my daily expense on meals is only $3-5 per day in Singapore. Everyone is complaining about the rising cost of decent healthy meals in Singapore. But making meals at home is still cheap and affordable.
I lived in JB and commuted to work every day for almost 14 years from 2001 to 2014: Let me tell you, u may find the space and cost of living attractive, but frankly, if you are used to life in Singapore -- safety, friends, healthcare -- you will never be fully comfortable in JB as a full-time home to you. I, like you, thought of everything you said... I even got the MM2H visa. In the end, I came back to Singapore for good. You are right about one thing though: Never ever buy a property in JB; renting is the way to go, cos if u buy, you'll have a very very hard time (I would say impossible, actually) cashing out if u need an exit strategy.
I think the difference is Loo is going to retire in JB, so no need to commute daily. The traffic and distance is a put off if u need to travel two ways 5x a week.
Mr loo, thanks for yr outline n advice. I lived, Malaysia n I love JB. I live in woodlands, it takes me half hr to reach JB. I'm thinking of renting a condo in JB n rent out my house in woodlands. Good idea Right.
Wow S$9000 / month for 2 old people and you say it is just ok! Be happy be with what you have, roof over your head, food in your tummy, money to last your lifetime, good health. U dont need branded goods, luxury cars,big houses, starbucks, bubble tea and feasts every day. Bad for your health.
MM2H Programs are keeping changing: We got together with our friends and decided to settle in JB in one evening, but a few days later learned that we have to buy a property also..!! In our age we don't like owning a property and keeping it for 10 years - Most of us would die before 10 years ending, jesssss!!
For medical treatmet, Mr Loo didn't mention the heavy medical subsidy (can be up to 80%) for Singaporeans seekimg treatments at polyclinics and public hospitals. Singaporeans can use medisave to pay medical bills. In addition, government MediFund will be tapped on when the poor Singaporeans cant affort to pay for even the subsidised treatment after using up their medisave money.
Please do not keep saying that JB is very affordable. You are earning in Sing dollars and spending in JB. Did you ever think about those ppl that work in JB, and live in JB. Do you know how tough is their life ? A egg in Singapore cost around 35 cents but an egg in JB cost around 80 cents ringgit. Be grateful that you are earning Sing dollars and you can choose to move to a cheaper country for retirement. By the way, US cost of living is definitely highly than Singapore. Not only Switzerland.
I don't understand how malaysians keep complaining about small ticket items like cai fan. (btw i found one costing 2RM) when without conversion, their housing is 200k rm for freehold landed, vs 500k sgd for a pathatic 3 room flat in singapore. Our CPF is maxed out and earing 0% interest, while we pay the interest longer, the malaysian would have already paid up his landed, and have extra 300k to pay for your 80cents egg.
Agree on all your points! I have invested a property in JB and have the same retirement plan. RE: traffic jam, Woodland checkpoint has plans to expand by 5 times and QR code replacing passport will reduce time. Also Johor-Singapore Economic Zone will kick-off soon which will make connectivity better.
Singaporean retirees are “economic refugees !!!” How sad. At 70 years old you are thinking of food,cars and property. I am reaching 70 and these are furthest from my mind. It is family and friends first. So what if I take an MRT and eat hawker food everyday. It is still worth living in Singapore.
With $9.2 monthly retirement fund,one can retire comfortably in Sg, with no mortgage to pay,no car payment n can forego buying another car when transportation is so convenient in Sg. Fixed expenditure is minimal too,kids already grown up n hv their own families. Mr Loo chose to retire in luxury in JB , he admitted that at $4.6 a month,it’s an OK living but NOT WELL living in Sg. It’s sad that after all these years of working n living frugally in Sg, one has to choose to retire overseas to live a life of retirement in luxury , many would retire in Sg frugally or within their means. Remember that’s only retirement fund n not otter savings or investment funds, so retiring comfortably well in Sg is achievable. Don’t forget one can just go poofed quickly after all these planing n not able to enjoy retirements. Stay healthy Mr Loo. Retirement living can be simple , why the rat race again in retirement?
Everything is a trade off - living in JB is an exchange of more disposal income with security and peace in Singapore. I would not trade off, just manged the expenses still doable😊
Not everyone is comfortable living outside their comfort zone. But Malaysia at lease the residence area where sporean chooses or afford to stay are generally safe with security patrols . As for robbery, I dun think there is a need to carry too much cash on hand. Trusts bank or YouTrip is E touch and go is enough.
Ask you're self why millions of Singaporeans are rushing into Malaysia during the weekend? Come on lah. Don't be so negative about Malaysia, you will lose a lot. Our past generations were mentor by British for more than 200 years.
Jb is getting expensive too. Most cost twice or 3 times as much in ringgit terms. Went hiking in kl once, didnt walk long and turned back because the motorcycle gang was staring at us, super scary
Meleka can potentially be a nice lower cost, safer choice albeit the longer distance from Sgp. My friend and myself were robbed in broad daylight in JB b4. I always watch my back whenever I am in jb. Once between twice shy
I totally understand what u presented in this video, I used to be very skeptical about JB, but I changed my impression totally after really spending sometimes to explore, to blend into the life, to know more friends there, ended up me, my sis, my cousin, some friends all bought a holiday home there, my sis even bought a Malaysian car, my 2 neighbours are from Sg also, I spend close to half of my time in JB now, mind really at ease when I was there, many things we can't get in Sg, the huge space, so many good food, especially the 人情味, I totally understand how u feel, we are really happy to have another option, it's so accessible, do whatever that can make u happy, life is short, hope one day I will have a chance to say Hello to u in JB, all the best!
hi Mr Loo, for retirement expenses, it should be inflated as well. Eg. A meal out today costs rm150, but assuming 2% inflation in 20yrs, that rm150 would be rm223. So instead of rm4,500 for a month.. it would cost rm6,700 with inflation. Definitely still within the rm32k budget that you have set out, but just thought the inflation factor is missing from the overall calculation. As always, good to hear your insights and appreciate your sharing.
😂 You're making it sound like Mr. Loo has converted to Islam, Sunat and now living in Malaysia. No country is perfect. Singapore also have too many flaws. Majority of the people there are are generally money minded and Singapore is also over developed. I wouldn't want 15 to 20 cameras to be recording me every day.
Some comments are done by robots.. I think your channel is targeted by robots Mr Loo. Names with some numbers at the back are highly likely to be robots or AI comments.
I think it depends on each individual. If you are middle income class where you cannot afford a comfortable life in Singapore, then staying in JB is definitely a good choice. However if you are better off living in Singapore then forget it. As a Malaysian, people always said Malaysia is not safe as Singapore, it depends on the area of residence. If you live in the high class area, definitely you will feel safe . There will be CCTV and security guards everywhere. Yet, most of the residents are the elite class .
A fren who plans to retire in JB is pondering what he needs to do to rebuild his community of frens and stay healthy with all the time in hand. There are community activities in Singapore which are free and interesting. It may not be easy to find an equivalent in JB.
I’m Malaysian working in sg and used to commute from JB. Owning two properties there.. I was at one time bringing home 30k ringgit a month and living like a king in JB. That being said, I wouldn’t recommend retirement in Johor. And it’s not about the creature comforts or healthcare or retirement. Because retiring in Malaysia is absolutely a solid idea. No, it’s not because of that but about community and family is much more important at that age. You don’t have much more longer to live. You will want to spend that time serving your loved ones. And that’s the key to happiness. Serving your community and family that you’ve painstakingly built over the decades. Going to JB just to retire will take you away from that.
My friend and his wife were from Malaysia. They had acquired Spore citizenship. Once they considered to go back to Malaysia for retirement. After careful consideration about the security and the bias attitude toward Chinese. They threw the idea into the dustbin.
As a Jb'ean, JB will get better, with better infrastructures coming up like RTS, IBD (Ibrahim Business District), more FDI is targeted to Johor itself to become an economic frontier in the south for Malaysia. The only way is up for Johor and hopefully Malaysia as a whole.
Hello Mr Loo 3 months ago my whole family and I moved to JB 😀😀😀...and the reasons were coincidentally the same exact reasons as in your video!!! As you said, our cost of living is now at least 50% less and quality has gone up 100%!!! We are now renting a super luxurious Gated and Guarded BRAND NEW 3 storey house @ Leisure Farm for SGD $1,100 per month....it is just ridiculous 😂😂😂..I mean for the price you can only rent a one bedroom in a HDB flat 😀. We hope we can meet up and share more about the luxurious retirement in JB 😀...
Brand new 3 storey house for only $1100 per month? Walao! This also means buying a house in JB is just wasting money, poor yield, slow capital appreciation, sell back in ringgit then change back to sgd dunno exchange rate can cover or not.
@@victorlim4948 😂😂😂 You do not even know the price of the house and you say the yield is low...you just demonstrated to the world how shallow your investment knowledge is and to top it off....just sour grapes at best. 😂😂😂
Actually if you travel between 10:30 am and 2 pm to and from JB the 2nd link iOS pretty clear on weekdays. Mon to Thursday during non or eve of public holidays.
When the RTS starts, a lot of Singaporeans will do all their purchases in JB. Groceries, food and for some, even housing. Let's see how all our hawkers, and those in food business survive. S'pore is just way too expensive to live in.
Housing & Car are very expensive in Singapore. However, if you live in HDB and take public transport. It is relatively affordable. For a senior, a fixed monthly public transport fare is only costs only S$58 a month. You can travel every day all over Singapore , the costs of transport is only S$58 a month
If a millionaire spent whole life working hard, during old age with knee pain still need to walk so much to mrt and squeeze inside bus. You must be joking. In JB, he can even afford a driver and a luxury car.
20years later, the exchange rate might be RM4 to S$1. Then he needs to time 4 for his and his wife monthly CPF life payout to get the monthly RM which is more than RM36,000
Really appreciated your detailed presentation! I’m American rather than Singaporean, but my favorite part of the world is SE Asia, and I’m considering Malaysia as a retirement option for me and my Taiwanese wife. My first thought on your food presentation was, “Gee, I could spend a fraction of that on cheap hawker center options and be very very happy!” My second thought - “Glad that Malaysia is still retaining the kampung spirit that Singapore has been vanishing from Singapore in the 21st-century.” Cheers!
P.S. I would love to consider Singapore as a retirement possibility as well, but it’s not really an option for non-wealthy non-Singaporeans. It would be going from the most expensive place in the United States (Hawaii) to the most expensive place in SE Asia. So living across the border in JB, where I could visit Singapore frequently, seems highly desirable. Also considering Thailand. Would love to be able to consider Taiwan, where I met my life, worked and lived for twelve years, but Taiwan like Hawaii and Singapore has become unaffordable, at least in terms of real estate.
Is really depend on what lifestyle you want for retirement. I certainly less well off than Mr Loo but i can live comfortably within 3k in SG. As what Mr Loo said. Many of his relatives live in JB. I think that's the key reason he chose JB. If they live in Batam, BKK or elsewhere, Mr Loo may live in those places instead of JB too. Hence don't follow Mr Loo blindly.
Norway other Scandinavian countries are more expensive than UK and Switzerland, a property investment retirement plan that has passive income is better than living off savings. Yes, I’m my opinion everyone is welcome to spend their retirement in Malaysia and we welcome you all. I use to run hostels and many Nationalities stayed in my hostels living on their pensions.
we welcome everyone from all part of this world to stay in Malaysia.. Malaysia is a nice and friendly country.. we have multi cultural and citizen; all live in peace and harmony,❤
Frankly why is everyone thinking of retirement in JB? At point of retirement, the housing mortgage loan should have been fully paid down by CPF savings, if not then downsize to eliminate remaining debt. With housing settled, the main thing is food and transport but old folks eat simply not just to cut costs but also for health reasons. How much can you eat???
Your tao nao ho seh bo? If you are retiring in jb, you should be low profile and avoid making yourself a potential target for robbery. Remember that criminals watch TH-cam as well.
@@frankauerbach and I spend most of my time in Europe, so they must be very free to wait every day for me to arrive at my JB house for that few days that I choose to pop at my house in JB every year. And my Neighbors in Austin Heights are all far richer than I am. They must be out of their mind to target an elusive prey and empty house.
RM32K per month in Johor, you can live a very luxurious life in JB. 😊 You can live in a 7k to 10k thousand square feet bungalow, own 1 or 2 high-end Mercedes or BMW with a chauffeur or 2, 2 to 3 maids, and maybe own a yacht for sailing during holidays/weekends!
Mr Loo is just trying to show the government a perspective of a Singaporean who has no confidence to retire comfortably in Singapore, because the government suka suka shut down the SA and "humiliated" Mr Loo in a way. And it make sense too. It is really not a bad idea to retire in JB.
For the additional 240k to ERS when u reached 55, you would be better off placing this sum in S&P 500 until 70. The returns on average of 10% pa, on timely withdrawals (from 70)will be much better off to last you until 90/95… RA account stops paying interest after 65/70 when u start to withdraw… Staying in JB is a good idea, as long as we can manage security issues..
From Ku SY video & from 2021, no. of people reaching 65 > people starting work by 20,000. What does this mean to CPf? Will you get $4.6k as advertised? Answer is NO. Will the $4.6k change during the life? Why not? CPF can change the rules. Can you trust CPF ? You can answer yourself.
@@1m65 Not a problem if there is investment plan for retirement is limited. Reason I stated this is bc I heard peoples sold their flats and bought house in JB in year 1998 - 2000. And when they wanted to come back and realised that not only exchange rate dropped , but the flats in SG sky rocketed. For your case, u are different as u already said u written off the austin height investment.
Tq for ur honest assessment. We do not need to live frugally on our retirement but at least b able to live comfortably n also b able to spend on simple luxuries without having to worry abt going hungry at the end of each month. This is a plan which is workable.
I guess it’s good sharing but don’t follow blindly. We are already fortunate blessed to be born in sg instead of chaotic countries or even north Asia with good jobs and stability with purchasing power to travel around the world out there. Retirement is individual perspective , some wants the money to work harder instead of sitting there (excess cash ;)) by the way, Colonoscopy in Govt sg hospital is $400+ not few Ks if you are referring to private hospital standards ;)
Should send this video to our Ministers. If even Mr Loo has thrown in the towel about retiring in Spore, how many more people are in a worse situation. Its sad how other countries media are labelling my country as a RICH MAN PLAYGROUND. Who want their country to become a playground for the rich while locals slog till retirement?
Boss Loo, retire in Singapore leh...most of your premium mall clients supporting you are Singaporeans...should re-circulate your support back to "local" business instead of "leaking" your hard earned wealth .....
Nice video on retirement in JB. One point not correct is that the Singaporean cannot sit in a Malaysian car bought by the him even though it is driven by a Malaysian. This is a check from LTA by a friend of mine!
We all know why cars are expensive in SG. That’s why we have built our infrastructure to support transportation. If we have huge piece of land, lots of resources, for sure we can have cheap cars. Everything has its pros and cons. Don’t just cherry pick the good things. You want high pay, but you want low cost of living. Name me 1 country that can meet these criteria
Malaysia has a lot of opportunities. Change your point of view, why pay for something so expensive. Whereas, you can get it 5 times cheaper in Malaysia.
The cost and quality of living in Malaysia as a retiree is really much affordable than in America. I am an America citizenship holder born in Malaysia. My American husband and I are looking forward to spending our retirement life in Malaysia under MM2H program. We are willing to sacrifice our comfortable temperature being so mild in Southern California and relocate to a hot, and humid climate back in Malaysia. The healthcare system is very advanced. The foods, the greenery, the jungle, the beaches, the mountains, the vibes and the currency exchange rate inspired us to set our retirement goal at Malaysia as our 2nd Home.
Singaporeans and Malaysians working in Singapore are fortunate because there is a beautiful country, Malaysia,with 330.8k sq km of space, for them to spend their money and enjoy a quality of life close to what they get in Singapore.
just a feedback. every countries have their pro and con. singaporean retire johor. because your currency strong . actually in life. retire any countries is possible. to survive. is how we manage things in life. dont be greedy what we have .and always be blessing in life. that how to.survive retirement.
A lot of people would have similar idea to move to JB, not just Singaporeans but Malaysians, Chinese and other foreigners because it is so near to Singapore. Hence JB inflation should bring their cost of living there nearer to Singapore in the near future, unlike the current wide difference.
I worked as a Security Guard all my life, my very first job until my retirement. I lived in JB for many years travel in and out by bus or train to work in Singapore. Question; Do you know of any ordinary local Chinese Malaysian if have a choice really wants to live in JB except for the Dato, Tan Sri and Singaporean like you? If No than Why No? but if Yes than I rest my case. You mentioned you are looking for a Church and have you ever consider to start a Church in JB for Singaporean? If not why not? Shalom.
I believe when we get older it is the energy that you got will diminish as time goes by and we won’t have much energy to be interested in finding new food to eat or go traveling to places. In fact you want familiar surroundings and convenient amenities around you like clinics, food center, community center and NTUC/Giants. Lastly you hope your children/grandchildren will come and visit you often to chit-chat or have a meal with you. Your needs and wants will dwindle as you age and energy slipping away so money isn’t going to be the first thing on your mind by then.
Hi Loo, I think you forgot the fact that you can rent your house in Jurong East. Prudently speaking, probably upwards of $3000 sgd per month. Thats easily more than 10k rm into the pocket yet again.
Easy and fast access to good medical help at old age is top priority, not restaurants or big cheap apartments or cheap cars (after 70, try driving daily). IMHO, this is where SG shines. Public transport is relatively affordable, very reliable, and very well planned and have extensive coverage and integration. And medical facilities are top notch and within a moments call/distance. For someone who can afford to max out CPF life payouts and also have additional income streams from investments, and seating on a reasonable cash buffer, living comfortably in SG in your golden years should not be an issue at all. I think its ok to try out JB retirement, but don't ever give up your residence in SG, because should you regret and decide to turn back, you won't be able to afford to buy back the same apartment lol. For more ordinary folks, if they take such advice, they might had to sell their HDB to move to JB, and there's no easy way of turning back.
If Singapore the most expensive in the world mean many can afford to retire in Swizerland. We can afford to enjoy swiss standard of living at a fractionof the costs
Mr. Loo, awesome episode! You made our eyes and ears opened wide! Hope the rest got the inspirations from your experience and make their moves to Johor Bahru and other parts of Malaysia, getting the best out of both worlds. Malaysia welcomes all !❤
agree with you totally as escalating cost of living will never end in Singapore as more and more migrants keep coming in to share limited space, land, medical care，infrastructure and national resources..property prices keep increasing may benefit earlier generations but their children will need to pay more and more to bear more debt for their gain. It never ends.
As of today, the New MM2H yet to commence. Exact requirements also yet to be confirmed & endorsed by Msia Cabinet & circular released to Media / MM2H Agents. But the general consensus amongst interested parties are that there will be positive updates within the next 30days (Might even open up for New Applications). And also the income & proof of liquid funds requirements could be removed. No longer needed. But all this if confirmed will be under a special 1yr trial (2024) with up to maximum 15,000 applicants. 🤞🏻
I've lived in JB a number years in 1974 and the prices of food is damn expensive. But I also had some fond memories of JB during my school days. It's the Singaporeans cause prices in JB to inflate. Now even worse, they flaunt their high currency in Malaysia and become arrogant.
Hi Mr Loo. Thanks for sharing. But i would like to point out 1 thing. Your assumption is that the exchange rate is 3.5 but 15 or 20 years later, it can 1: 1 by that time. Nobody knows. Then what happens? Cannot afford anything.
I still prefer to retire in Singapore.i can go anywhere by efficient transport and eat anything without walking a line distance.lastly i can go out at night peacefuuly
Malaysia is our friendly neighbour,we can travel go around.There a lot of beautiful places to see.To settle down in Malaysia must really considered careful.A lot of issues, especially lack of security in that country
whats there to brag about if one is moving to JB for retirement as a singaporean. it is a feat only if you are able to retire on SGD 32,000 IN SINGAPORE. otherwise you are simply capitalising on geographical arbitrage. no need to preach whole day, everyday.
We are creatures of habit. If one has been frugal fr 70 years of his/her life. What certainty is there that suddenly at age 70, one will be willingly to suddenly spend luxuriously. My take at 50s in gd health, gd hair, gd looking as well. Gd fr luxurious living now, go fr it. 70 then put brakes on it!
You must be siao when come to retirement safety and easy to access is most important. You dont need so much when you get older also. If really that good Malaysian will not convert to be Singaporean. Our infrastructure is so good and can easily travel to anywhere without having a car, the most call grab lor! Singaporean go during weekend is to makan and exchange rate la!
Am 58 retiring next year but the thought of retirement gives me weakness. My apologies to everyone who have retired and filing social security during this time after putting in all those years of work just to lose everything to a problem you never imagined to happen. It’s so difficult for people who are retired and have no savings or loved ones to fall back on.
True, It has never been easier to understand how to build your money after retirement than it is right now with the inflation, when you may study and experience a completely variegated market passively by employing a successful portfolio-advisor. The impacts of the U.S. dollar's gain or fall on investments, in my opinion, are complex.
Even if you’re not skilled, it is still possible to hire one. I was a project manager and my personal portfolio of approximately $850k of my retirement pension took a big hit in April due to the crash. I quickly got in touch with a financial-planner that devised a defensive strategy to protect my funds and make profit from my portfolio this red season. I’ve made over $250k since then.
-This is exactly how i wish to get my finances coordinated ahead of retirement. Can I get access to your advisor?
There are a handful of experts in the field. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with ‘’Colleen Rose Mccaffery” for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She’s quite known in her field, look-her up.
Thanks a lot for this suggestion. I needed this myself, I looked her up, and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.
You don't know what you're talking about lah.
I am a 75yo retired senior.
Expenses is the lowest in my life. That's because as you grow old, you don't desire to buy material things, don't eat much, lose interest in travel.....
In fact the highest cost item to anticipate would be medical (treatment for serious health problem)
exactly.the ability to wake up every morning is already a bonus.
Very well said !! At the age of 70, we eat little. Less salt less sugar. Seldom eat charkwayteow, or even prawn noodle. Don't need a car or entertainment or newspaper. Just hang around in national library which is aircon.
Without a car, cost of living in SG is bearable.
At age 55, we will downgrade our 5 room to 4 room end of this year. Might change to 2 room flexi when our kids move out from our house. We will get at least 2500(or 3000, with 4xbrs) each per month at age 65. Currently we spend less then 2000 per month for basic household necessities and will continue to live like that for many years. We spend a lots on traverling. Singapore is an ideal retirement place for us.
SG best
One medical operation 70k , cos u don't want to wait in gov hospital. Health will definitely throw a spanner at your plan. Unless u decided to not change money with life span
I think when we reach a certain age, we will not have so much of an appetite especially if there are health issues. Expenses are no longer high as kids have all grown up and no more loan. Living in Singapore is really so much more convenient and simple. Everything is walking distance if you stay near town Center. Having a house in both Singapore and Malaysia just complicate our lives. We only need one home. Most of the time older folks nowadays prefer to die at home. My thought toward retirement is just Keep It Simple. Don’t need to over analyse.
I strongly agreed, when we reach over 60, simplicity is much preferred. Don't think we would want to upkeep and clean such a big house at that age.
"If you stay near town centre" you must be blessed with a town centre home passed down to you from your ancestors
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@@1m65 Yeah! U r right! Not sure if hire maid in JB cheaper than SG? Probably I need to include this in my retirement checklist too lol
Totally agree with you. Also my daily expense on meals is only $3-5 per day in Singapore. Everyone is complaining about the rising cost of decent healthy meals in Singapore. But making meals at home is still cheap and affordable.
I lived in JB and commuted to work every day for almost 14 years from 2001 to 2014: Let me tell you, u may find the space and cost of living attractive, but frankly, if you are used to life in Singapore -- safety, friends, healthcare -- you will never be fully comfortable in JB as a full-time home to you. I, like you, thought of everything you said... I even got the MM2H visa. In the end, I came back to Singapore for good. You are right about one thing though: Never ever buy a property in JB; renting is the way to go, cos if u buy, you'll have a very very hard time (I would say impossible, actually) cashing out if u need an exit strategy.
agreed.
never buy NEW.
always buy from secondary market if you want....its incredibly cheeep cheep
I think the difference is Loo is going to retire in JB, so no need to commute daily.
The traffic and distance is a put off if u need to travel two ways 5x a week.
Mr loo, thanks for yr outline n advice. I lived, Malaysia n I love JB. I live in woodlands, it takes me half hr to reach JB. I'm thinking of renting a condo in JB n rent out my house in woodlands. Good idea Right.
@@masodbinhajiakib3572best to just sell ur house in woodlands and use the money to retire in jb
Just be able to enjoy what you like and don't disturb others. Not necessary material or luxurious stuff.A house is just a house. Simple.
Wow S$9000 / month for 2 old people and you say it is just ok! Be happy be with what you have, roof over your head, food in your tummy, money to last your lifetime, good health. U dont need branded goods, luxury cars,big houses, starbucks, bubble tea and feasts every day. Bad for your health.
We only live once. Singapore so far graded as a safe country to live. So choose to live peacefully.
*饮水思源*
@@lpfong2538unsafe country
For me i love to retire in Malaysia but i also had an aged mum . So i shuttle between Malaysia and Singapore. Best of both worlds.
MM2H Programs are keeping changing: We got together with our friends and decided to settle in JB in one evening, but a few days later learned that we have to buy a property also..!! In our age we don't like owning a property and keeping it for 10 years - Most of us would die before 10 years ending, jesssss!!
For medical treatmet, Mr Loo didn't mention the heavy medical subsidy (can be up to 80%) for Singaporeans seekimg treatments at polyclinics and public hospitals. Singaporeans can use medisave to pay medical bills. In addition, government MediFund will be tapped on when the poor Singaporeans cant affort to pay for even the subsidised treatment after using up their medisave money.
You can also utilise medisafe in JB
Please do not keep saying that JB is very affordable. You are earning in Sing dollars and spending in JB. Did you ever think about those ppl that work in JB, and live in JB. Do you know how tough is their life ?
A egg in Singapore cost around 35 cents but an egg in JB cost around 80 cents ringgit.
Be grateful that you are earning Sing dollars and you can choose to move to a cheaper country for retirement.
By the way, US cost of living is definitely highly than Singapore. Not only Switzerland.
Yes. You will influence Mr. Loo to have a happy but affordable lifestyle not a lavish one.
yah lah. so haolian.. stoopig Loo
I don't understand how malaysians keep complaining about small ticket items like cai fan. (btw i found one costing 2RM) when without conversion, their housing is 200k rm for freehold landed, vs 500k sgd for a pathatic 3 room flat in singapore. Our CPF is maxed out and earing 0% interest, while we pay the interest longer, the malaysian would have already paid up his landed, and have extra 300k to pay for your 80cents egg.
eggs cost less than 50 sen and not 80 cent
Agree on all your points! I have invested a property in JB and have the same retirement plan. RE: traffic jam, Woodland checkpoint has plans to expand by 5 times and QR code replacing passport will reduce time. Also Johor-Singapore Economic Zone will kick-off soon which will make connectivity better.
Singaporean retirees are “economic refugees !!!” How sad. At 70 years old you are thinking of food,cars and property. I am reaching 70 and these are furthest from my mind. It is family and friends first. So what if I take an MRT and eat hawker food everyday. It is still worth living in Singapore.
In 20 years time, cheapest hawker food may be $8-10. Sounds like most elderly living simply and waiting to die. Sad.
With $9.2 monthly retirement fund,one can retire comfortably in Sg, with no mortgage to pay,no car payment n can forego buying another car when transportation is so convenient in Sg. Fixed expenditure is minimal too,kids already grown up n hv their own families.
Mr Loo chose to retire in luxury in JB , he admitted that at $4.6 a month,it’s an OK living but NOT WELL living in Sg. It’s sad that after all these years of working n living frugally in Sg, one has to choose to retire overseas to live a life of retirement in luxury , many would retire in Sg frugally or within their means. Remember that’s only retirement fund n not otter savings or investment funds, so retiring comfortably well in Sg is achievable.
Don’t forget one can just go poofed quickly after all these planing n not able to enjoy retirements. Stay healthy Mr Loo.
Retirement living can be simple , why the rat race again in retirement?
Everything is a trade off - living in JB is an exchange of more disposal income with security and peace in Singapore. I would not trade off, just manged the expenses still doable😊
Yes, it is a matter of your priorities. I am used to more dangerous places. JB is a heaven on earth.
There is a limit to how much trade off on costs vs safety and Singapore is getting too expensive.
Not everyone is comfortable living outside their comfort zone. But Malaysia at lease the residence area where sporean chooses or afford to stay are generally safe with security patrols . As for robbery, I dun think there is a need to carry too much cash on hand. Trusts bank or YouTrip is E touch and go is enough.
Ask you're self why millions of Singaporeans are rushing into Malaysia during the weekend? Come on lah. Don't be so negative about Malaysia, you will lose a lot. Our past generations were mentor by British for more than 200 years.
@@lpfong2538go jb eat eat, shop shop, relax for a few days are fine, not saying CANNOT go at all. Just saying to live there is a different game
Stay where makes you happy.
Jb is getting expensive too. Most cost twice or 3 times as much in ringgit terms. Went hiking in kl once, didnt walk long and turned back because the motorcycle gang was staring at us, super scary
Lousy slum place full of thieves
Meleka can potentially be a nice lower cost, safer choice albeit the longer distance from Sgp. My friend and myself were robbed in broad daylight in JB b4. I always watch my back whenever I am in jb. Once between twice shy
@@jman4goodsorry to hear that. Where was that?
Malaysia unsafe country
I totally understand what u presented in this video, I used to be very skeptical about JB, but I changed my impression totally after really spending sometimes to explore, to blend into the life, to know more friends there, ended up me, my sis, my cousin, some friends all bought a holiday home there, my sis even bought a Malaysian car, my 2 neighbours are from Sg also, I spend close to half of my time in JB now, mind really at ease when I was there, many things we can't get in Sg, the huge space, so many good food, especially the 人情味, I totally understand how u feel, we are really happy to have another option, it's so accessible, do whatever that can make u happy, life is short, hope one day I will have a chance to say Hello to u in JB, all the best!
You stay there become 3rd class citizens
@@samchan3240 not even a topic. You are not a Malaysian.
@@samchan3240 Singaporeans are not Malaysian citizens lah. How to be 3rd class citizens?
@@keepdurron but you are a 3rd class citizen in your own country
hi Mr Loo, for retirement expenses, it should be inflated as well. Eg. A meal out today costs rm150, but assuming 2% inflation in 20yrs, that rm150 would be rm223. So instead of rm4,500 for a month.. it would cost rm6,700 with inflation. Definitely still within the rm32k budget that you have set out, but just thought the inflation factor is missing from the overall calculation. As always, good to hear your insights and appreciate your sharing.
Unless he's factoring in further weakening of the ringgit against SGD, then the inflation is negated 😅😅
Retire in sg, can walk anywhere, .. freedom … and public transport so convenient and inexpensive for retiree.
😂 You're making it sound like Mr. Loo has converted to Islam, Sunat and now living in Malaysia. No country is perfect. Singapore also have too many flaws. Majority of the people there are are generally money minded and Singapore is also over developed. I wouldn't want 15 to 20 cameras to be recording me every day.
Live life simple and stay physically and mentally healthy!
Some comments are done by robots.. I think your channel is targeted by robots Mr Loo.
Names with some numbers at the back are highly likely to be robots or AI comments.
Jai Hinduja. Yes Yes. But keep healthy or else, have to pay through your noses for hospitalisation medical stay.
@@tedchandran There are some insurance options for foreigners in Malaysia. If I'm not mistaken it's under Prudential
Latest BYD Seal EV in SG cost almost S$190K which is MYR650K, In M’sia the same model cost MYR180K. Ridiculous 😡
Welcome welcome..using Honda is good enough. Don't buy flashy cars like Mercedes or BMW..if you are concerned about safety
Makes great sense, and as we understand more value in JB living, we can work out our own feasibility study better.
I think it depends on each individual. If you are middle income class where you cannot afford a comfortable life in Singapore, then staying in JB is definitely a good choice. However if you are better off living in Singapore then forget it. As a Malaysian, people always said Malaysia is not safe as Singapore, it depends on the area of residence. If you live in the high class area, definitely you will feel safe . There will be CCTV and security guards everywhere. Yet, most of the residents are the elite class .
A fren who plans to retire in JB is pondering what he needs to do to rebuild his community of frens and stay healthy with all the time in hand. There are community activities in Singapore which are free and interesting. It may not be easy to find an equivalent in JB.
I’m Malaysian working in sg and used to commute from JB. Owning two properties there.. I was at one time bringing home 30k ringgit a month and living like a king in JB.
That being said, I wouldn’t recommend retirement in Johor. And it’s not about the creature comforts or healthcare or retirement. Because retiring in Malaysia is absolutely a solid idea.
No, it’s not because of that but about community and family is much more important at that age. You don’t have much more longer to live. You will want to spend that time serving your loved ones.
And that’s the key to happiness. Serving your community and family that you’ve painstakingly built over the decades. Going to JB just to retire will take you away from that.
My friend and his wife were from Malaysia. They had acquired Spore citizenship. Once they considered to go back to Malaysia for retirement. After careful consideration about the security and the bias attitude toward Chinese. They threw the idea into the dustbin.
I have MY friends too, boasting how good MY is and how bad sg is and move back to MY, and regreted just a few years later.
@@tanky815become 3rd class citizens
If you just want to live your lives and not waddle into politics, it is very fine. Security is not like in Singapore but it is much better than USA.
Mr Lu,
Thanks for sharing this video.
Very interesting information you have provided
As a Jb'ean, JB will get better, with better infrastructures coming up like RTS, IBD (Ibrahim Business District), more FDI is targeted to Johor itself to become an economic frontier in the south for Malaysia. The only way is up for Johor and hopefully Malaysia as a whole.
Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful retirement in Malaysia!
Hello Mr Loo
3 months ago my whole family and I moved to JB 😀😀😀...and the reasons were coincidentally the same exact reasons as in your video!!! As you said, our cost of living is now at least 50% less and quality has gone up 100%!!!
We are now renting a super luxurious Gated and Guarded BRAND NEW 3 storey house @ Leisure Farm for SGD $1,100 per month....it is just ridiculous 😂😂😂..I mean for the price you can only rent a one bedroom in a HDB flat 😀.
We hope we can meet up and share more about the luxurious retirement in JB 😀...
Welcome to Malaysia.
Brand new 3 storey house for only $1100 per month? Walao! This also means buying a house in JB is just wasting money, poor yield, slow capital appreciation, sell back in ringgit then change back to sgd dunno exchange rate can cover or not.
@@victorlim4948 in your narrow mind, buying a house is only and always for investment.
@@1m65well said. There are always some sour grapes around.
@@victorlim4948
😂😂😂 You do not even know the price of the house and you say the yield is low...you just demonstrated to the world how shallow your investment knowledge is and to top it off....just sour grapes at best.
😂😂😂
Actually if you travel between 10:30 am and 2 pm to and from JB the 2nd link iOS pretty clear on weekdays. Mon to Thursday during non or eve of public holidays.
When the RTS starts, a lot of Singaporeans will do all their purchases in JB. Groceries, food and for some, even housing. Let's see how all our hawkers, and those in food business survive. S'pore is just way too expensive to live in.
Singapore getting too expensive to live, join you in JB!
There is political risk. Malaysia government may change foreign policy anytime.
Yep
Wait, just a reminder- we cannot also assume it's always sgd 1 to myr 3.5 always.
Might go to 1 to 2.xx
Cars have reached a stage, where it is really ridiculously unaffordable. Totally agree.
Housing & Car are very expensive in Singapore. However, if you live in HDB and take public transport. It is relatively affordable. For a senior, a fixed monthly public transport fare is only costs only S$58 a month. You can travel every day all over Singapore , the costs of transport is only S$58 a month
That’s my point: why do I need to be frugal in my retirement? I want a lot of luxury for my retirement.
If a millionaire spent whole life working hard, during old age with knee pain still need to walk so much to mrt and squeeze inside bus. You must be joking. In JB, he can even afford a driver and a luxury car.
20years later, the exchange rate might be RM4 to S$1. Then he needs to time 4 for his and his wife monthly CPF life payout to get the monthly RM which is more than RM36,000
Really appreciated your detailed presentation! I’m American rather than Singaporean, but my favorite part of the world is SE Asia, and I’m considering Malaysia as a retirement option for me and my Taiwanese wife. My first thought on your food presentation was, “Gee, I could spend a fraction of that on cheap hawker center options and be very very happy!” My second thought - “Glad that Malaysia is still retaining the kampung spirit that Singapore has been vanishing from Singapore in the 21st-century.” Cheers!
P.S. I would love to consider Singapore as a retirement possibility as well, but it’s not really an option for non-wealthy non-Singaporeans. It would be going from the most expensive place in the United States (Hawaii) to the most expensive place in SE Asia. So living across the border in JB, where I could visit Singapore frequently, seems highly desirable. Also considering Thailand. Would love to be able to consider Taiwan, where I met my life, worked and lived for twelve years, but Taiwan like Hawaii and Singapore has become unaffordable, at least in terms of real estate.
Is really depend on what lifestyle you want for retirement. I certainly less well off than Mr Loo but i can live comfortably within 3k in SG.
As what Mr Loo said. Many of his relatives live in JB. I think that's the key reason he chose JB. If they live in Batam, BKK or elsewhere, Mr Loo may live in those places instead of JB too. Hence don't follow Mr Loo blindly.
What's best for Mr Loo may not be the best for you.
U r always welcome to stay anywhere you wish in Malaysia...and enjoy the simple and happy way of living here...
Good to hear your explanation to spread your spending in Malaysia! Bravos!
Norway other Scandinavian countries are more expensive than UK and Switzerland, a property investment retirement plan that has passive income is better than living off savings. Yes, I’m my opinion everyone is welcome to spend their retirement in Malaysia and we welcome you all. I use to run hostels and many Nationalities stayed in my hostels living on their pensions.
think he has never been to scandi. iceland also more ex than sg.
we welcome everyone from all part of this world to stay in Malaysia.. Malaysia is a nice and friendly country.. we have multi cultural and citizen; all live in peace and harmony,❤
not true...many very rude and unfriendly especially if you can't speak Malay..
So sweet thank you ❤ i look forward 2b ur neighbour 😁
I have been using the KTMB train to JB from Woodlands to Sentral.5min.No queue no stress.
Welcome to Malaysia.. cheap food and friendly people.
Great idea. Welcome to Malaysia.
Frankly why is everyone thinking of retirement in JB? At point of retirement, the housing mortgage loan should have been fully paid down by CPF savings, if not then downsize to eliminate remaining debt. With housing settled, the main thing is food and transport but old folks eat simply not just to cut costs but also for health reasons. How much can you eat???
Your tao nao ho seh bo? If you are retiring in jb, you should be low profile and avoid making yourself a potential target for robbery. Remember that criminals watch TH-cam as well.
my retirement is 20 years from now Lah. You got watch my video or now?
Malaysia is safe, no kidnapping. The government is doing their best to get rid of corrupted police officer. Be assured you're blessed in Malaysia.
@@1m65 They don't need to wait for your retirement to target you, they know your face and know you have a house in Austin Heights enough liao
@@frankauerbach and I spend most of my time in Europe, so they must be very free to wait every day for me to arrive at my JB house for that few days that I choose to pop at my house in JB every year. And my Neighbors in Austin Heights are all far richer than I am. They must be out of their mind to target an elusive prey and empty house.
@@1m65 That's more added information for them, good luck.
When someone said too good about something, think twice, psychological influence.
RM32K per month in Johor, you can live a very luxurious life in JB. 😊 You can live in a 7k to 10k thousand square feet bungalow, own 1 or 2 high-end Mercedes or BMW with a chauffeur or 2, 2 to 3 maids, and maybe own a yacht for sailing during holidays/weekends!
Mr Loo is just trying to show the government a perspective of a Singaporean who has no confidence to retire comfortably in Singapore, because the government suka suka shut down the SA and "humiliated" Mr Loo in a way. And it make sense too. It is really not a bad idea to retire in JB.
Don’t politicise my simple retirement decision. I didn’t think so cheem as you do.
For the additional 240k to ERS when u reached 55, you would be better off placing this sum in S&P 500 until 70. The returns on average of 10% pa, on timely withdrawals (from 70)will be much better off to last you until 90/95…
RA account stops paying interest after 65/70 when u start to withdraw…
Staying in JB is a good idea, as long as we can manage security issues..
I already have a lot in S&P 500.
@@1m65 Respect your choice, although I won’t do it if I were you..
From Ku SY video & from 2021, no. of people reaching 65 > people starting work by 20,000. What does this mean to CPf?
Will you get $4.6k as advertised? Answer is NO. Will the $4.6k change during the life? Why not? CPF can change the rules. Can you trust CPF ? You can answer yourself.
Wait till malaysia govt changes policy as like Mr M era and they could tax Singaporeans coz we cause inflation in JB.
Then I just return to Singapore. What’s the problem?
@@1m65 Not a problem if there is investment plan for retirement is limited. Reason I stated this is bc I heard peoples sold their flats and bought house in JB in year 1998 - 2000. And when they wanted to come back and realised that not only exchange rate dropped , but the flats in SG sky rocketed. For your case, u are different as u already said u written off the austin height investment.
Tq for ur honest assessment. We do not need to live frugally on our retirement but at least b able to live comfortably n also b able to spend on simple luxuries without having to worry abt going hungry at the end of each month. This is a plan which is workable.
Not everyone have so much in CPF. U should base on what the minimum we should have in CPF monthly payout to live in JB comfortably.
With RM32K, there's no need to fix a place to stay if u r still mobile no knee pain or health issue. Go travellling when u feel like it.
I'm in the process of doing this. Really looking forward to learning more from you
I guess it’s good sharing but don’t follow blindly. We are already fortunate blessed to be born in sg instead of chaotic countries or even north Asia with good jobs and stability with purchasing power to travel around the world out there. Retirement is individual perspective , some wants the money to work harder instead of sitting there (excess cash ;)) by the way, Colonoscopy in Govt sg hospital is $400+ not few Ks if you are referring to private hospital standards ;)
Should send this video to our Ministers. If even Mr Loo has thrown in the towel about retiring in Spore, how many more people are in a worse situation. Its sad how other countries media are labelling my country as a RICH MAN PLAYGROUND. Who want their country to become a playground for the rich while locals slog till retirement?
I am not a politician, so I would excuse myself from this idea.
25yrs ago i repeatly said this online at SPH stock forum..... Born in Singapore Die in JB ! 😅 it came true !
Boss Loo, retire in Singapore leh...most of your premium mall clients supporting you are Singaporeans...should re-circulate your support back to "local" business instead of "leaking" your hard earned wealth .....
I am living mostly in Europe now. When I retire in 20 years, I live in Malaysia. What’s the difference?
Sg economy no chance to earn your retirement money expenses ..all flow to JB😂😂😂…🎉🎉🎉
Singapore is is not a promising place for retirement.. There are other opportunities elsewhere.
Nice video on retirement in JB. One point not correct is that the Singaporean cannot sit in a Malaysian car bought by the him even though it is driven by a Malaysian. This is a check from LTA by a friend of mine!
Great! This means my monthly dividend income of S$3.5k is more than enough to retire in JB. 😂
We all know why cars are expensive in SG. That’s why we have built our infrastructure to support transportation. If we have huge piece of land, lots of resources, for sure we can have cheap cars. Everything has its pros and cons. Don’t just cherry pick the good things. You want high pay, but you want low cost of living. Name me 1 country that can meet these criteria
Malaysia has a lot of opportunities. Change your point of view, why pay for something so expensive. Whereas, you can get it 5 times cheaper in Malaysia.
Totally agree
The cost and quality of living in Malaysia as a retiree is really much affordable than in America. I am an America citizenship holder born in Malaysia. My American husband and I are looking forward to spending our retirement life in Malaysia under MM2H program. We are willing to sacrifice our comfortable temperature being so mild in Southern California and relocate to a hot, and humid climate back in Malaysia. The healthcare system is very advanced. The foods, the greenery, the jungle, the beaches, the mountains, the vibes and the currency exchange rate inspired us to set our retirement goal at Malaysia as our 2nd Home.
Singaporeans and Malaysians working in Singapore are fortunate because there is a beautiful country, Malaysia,with 330.8k sq km of space, for them to spend their money and enjoy a quality of life close to what they get in Singapore.
Welcome back to Malaysia
I have to agree with you no doubt ..im looking at bungalow research now on.. compared with astaka condo 5 bedroom.
Excellent video Mr Loo, unlike you, I guess many are not ready to let go their ego and tell others that they are actually staying in JB.
just a feedback. every countries have their pro and con. singaporean retire johor. because your currency strong . actually in life. retire any countries is possible. to survive. is how we manage things in life. dont be greedy what we have .and always be blessing in life. that how to.survive retirement.
A lot of people would have similar idea to move to JB, not just Singaporeans but Malaysians, Chinese and other foreigners because it is so near to Singapore. Hence JB inflation should bring their cost of living there nearer to Singapore in the near future, unlike the current wide difference.
Strange i dont find singapore expensive compared to Australia
You are rich mate 👍
To each his own. JB is the closest and most logical choice…
I worked as a Security Guard all my life, my very first job until my retirement.
I lived in JB for many years travel in and out by bus or train to work in Singapore.
Question;
Do you know of any ordinary local Chinese Malaysian if have a choice really wants to live in JB except for the Dato, Tan Sri and Singaporean like you?
If No than Why No? but if Yes than I rest my case.
You mentioned you are looking for a Church and have you ever consider to start a Church in JB for Singaporean?
If not why not?
Shalom.
I believe when we get older it is the energy that you got will diminish as time goes by and we won’t have much energy to be interested in finding new food to eat or go traveling to places. In fact you want familiar surroundings and convenient amenities around you like clinics, food center, community center and NTUC/Giants. Lastly you hope your children/grandchildren will come and visit you often to chit-chat or have a meal with you. Your needs and wants will dwindle as you age and energy slipping away so money isn’t going to be the first thing on your mind by then.
Great you have decided to move to msia. All the best. I wish more of your kind would make the jump too.
thanks for sharing mr loo
Hi Loo, I think you forgot the fact that you can rent your house in Jurong East. Prudently speaking, probably upwards of $3000 sgd per month. Thats easily more than 10k rm into the pocket yet again.
Easy and fast access to good medical help at old age is top priority, not restaurants or big cheap apartments or cheap cars (after 70, try driving daily). IMHO, this is where SG shines. Public transport is relatively affordable, very reliable, and very well planned and have extensive coverage and integration. And medical facilities are top notch and within a moments call/distance. For someone who can afford to max out CPF life payouts and also have additional income streams from investments, and seating on a reasonable cash buffer, living comfortably in SG in your golden years should not be an issue at all. I think its ok to try out JB retirement, but don't ever give up your residence in SG, because should you regret and decide to turn back, you won't be able to afford to buy back the same apartment lol. For more ordinary folks, if they take such advice, they might had to sell their HDB to move to JB, and there's no easy way of turning back.
If Singapore the most expensive in the world mean many can afford to retire in Swizerland. We can afford to enjoy swiss standard of living at a fractionof the costs
If the Swiss let you 😂
Mr. Loo, awesome episode! You made our eyes and ears opened wide! Hope the rest got the inspirations from your experience and make their moves to Johor Bahru and other parts of Malaysia, getting the best out of both worlds. Malaysia welcomes all !❤
agree with you totally as escalating cost of living will never end in Singapore as more and more migrants keep coming in to share limited space, land, medical care，infrastructure and national resources..property prices keep increasing may benefit earlier generations but their children will need to pay more and more to bear more debt for their gain. It never ends.
Love your idea!! Im planning the same but looking at Thailand.
I had the same idea 10years ago but Thailand is getting expensive. I've shelved that idea
how about replace JB with China? more affordable food, car and beter service can receive? Would like to hear your opinion on this
Then retired in Vietnam is even cheaper
As of today, the New MM2H yet to commence. Exact requirements also yet to be confirmed & endorsed by Msia Cabinet & circular released to Media / MM2H Agents. But the general consensus amongst interested parties are that there will be positive updates within the next 30days (Might even open up for New Applications). And also the income & proof of liquid funds requirements could be removed. No longer needed. But all this if confirmed will be under a special 1yr trial (2024) with up to maximum 15,000 applicants. 🤞🏻
I've lived in JB a number years in 1974 and the prices of food is damn expensive. But I also had some fond memories of JB during my school days. It's the Singaporeans cause prices in JB to inflate. Now even worse, they flaunt their high currency in Malaysia and become arrogant.
Hi Mr Loo. Thanks for sharing. But i would like to point out 1 thing. Your assumption is that the exchange rate is 3.5 but 15 or 20 years later, it can 1: 1 by that time. Nobody knows. Then what happens? Cannot afford anything.
Public transport is good and cheap in sg
You can be a Malaysian and visit Singapore only your free time.
Retiring in JB doesn’t makes me not a Singaporean.
I still prefer to retire in Singapore.i can go anywhere by efficient transport and eat anything without walking a line distance.lastly i can go out at night peacefuuly
Malaysia is our friendly neighbour,we can travel go around.There a lot of beautiful places to see.To settle down in Malaysia must really considered careful.A lot of issues, especially lack of security in that country
It's just the perception. Malaysia is safe.
If Malaysia is not safe, why are millions of Singaporeans entering J.B. during the weekend.
whats there to brag about if one is moving to JB for retirement as a singaporean. it is a feat only if you are able to retire on SGD 32,000 IN SINGAPORE.
otherwise you are simply capitalising on geographical arbitrage. no need to preach whole day, everyday.
yup big mouth Loo better stop bragging. Be mindful of Johoreans n stay low profile
We are creatures of habit. If one has been frugal fr 70 years of his/her life. What certainty is there that suddenly at age 70, one will be willingly to suddenly spend luxuriously.
My take at 50s in gd health, gd hair, gd looking as well. Gd fr luxurious living now, go fr it. 70 then put brakes on it!
You must be siao when come to retirement safety and easy to access is most important. You dont need so much when you get older also.
If really that good Malaysian will not convert to be Singaporean.
Our infrastructure is so good and can easily travel to anywhere without having a car, the most call grab lor!
Singaporean go during weekend is to makan and exchange rate la!
But what if you have medical emergencies in your old age?
Watch my video, I have mentioned about medicals
welcome welcome!
Mr Loo, please calculate again. You should not get S$4.6K a month from CPFLife at the age of 70. You should get much less !!
Thanks for sharing. Welcome to Malaysia.
Thank u very much