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Build a house by yorkie100
Does anybody have an idea of the cost of building a new house in Norway? There are plenty of companies that advertise but none seem to give a price. Has anybody done this? I wondered if it's cheaper than buying an existing house?
lol! i know. it looks like more room than i know what to do with! But i was curious as what that can cost somebody! the price doesn't include bits like water, heat...the home's "organs" i suppose.. Read More
Build a house by yorkie100
Does anybody have an idea of the cost of building a new house in Norway? There are plenty of companies that advertise but none seem to give a price. Has anybody done this? I wondered if it's cheaper than buying an existing house?
well lets say this bad boy, http://www.boligpartner.no/ferdighus/ladegaard-herskapelig-villa-pa-hele-559kvm-bra-en-unik-villa/#serie=alle&soverom=alle&areal=80,360&tomt=alle&utleie=false what do you think? Read More
Build a house by yorkie100
Does anybody have an idea of the cost of building a new house in Norway? There are plenty of companies that advertise but none seem to give a price. Has anybody done this? I wondered if it's cheaper than buying an existing house?
Id like to know the same thing. i understand the factors that go into pricing, but can anyone just yell a number on average, by experience or friends they have who built a home, how much the total was in general? And like buying an existing home, ... Read More
stay at home wives/moms - how do you keep busy?
Hi! I am just wondering what you, a stay at home mom or stay at home wife, keep busy with? Are there opportunities in the community where you get involved? Work at home on a small business? Kids 24/7? Or vacations and spa days? :p Thank you ... Read More
Anyone currently living in Kristiansand?
Tell me what you think? :) Hows everyday life? What do you normally do for fun on the weekends? Seasons?...Holidays? I love Christmas, so how does the town center celebrate? :) Read More
National Holiday Calendar
What are the the annual National Holidays in Norway? For which holidays do businesses and schools close and for how long? Read More
How to make friends in Norway by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Norway :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Norway?? Thanks in ...
Hi, Ill be moving with my husband in a few months...and the way i see it is..yes, its hard. But so is making friends no matter where you go. I plan on getting involved with a church we'll settle in, gym/sport group, etc- just being out there and ... Read More
Gluten Free Restaurants and Food Market Options? by Bethesda
Hi, I was wondering how accessible are gluten free items in your neighborhood food stores....like gluten free bread (do you have Udi's??), sauces (pasta, salad dressing, bbq, salsa, etc), pasta, cookies, chips, pizza, and the list goes on and ...
Udi's is a brand of good gluten free bread here in the states, :) But i guess i should be careful when asking that in the store :p Celiac is most common of those who are of northern european decent..for some reason. Thats why a lot of Dr's here ... Read More
Gluten Free Restaurants and Food Market Options?
Hi, I was wondering how accessible are gluten free items in your neighborhood food stores....like gluten free bread (do you have Udi's??), sauces (pasta, salad dressing, bbq, salsa, etc), pasta, cookies, chips, pizza, and the list goes on and ... Read More
USA Salary/Cost of Living VS Norway by Bethesda
Hi there, Im currently seeking work as a Sr Software Engineer/Developer in either Bergen and Kristiansand. I am trying to wrap my head around salary. I currently work in NYC with a salary of $130k (yearly gross) I want to match this in ...
You might want to have a look at this site: http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/compare_countries_result.jsp?country1=Norway&country2=United+States It gives some idea of the price differences between the US and Norway. It looks pretty reasonable ... Read More
Whats Your Favorite Thing About Living In Norway? :)
Ive posted questions/topics about cost of living, but Im over that. :) I want to know what is the best thing about Norway, according to you. Please say what city/area youre home as well if you'd like. Thanks! Read More
Salary Information by Bethesda
Its a simple question that I cant seem to find a real answer on when i search online. But how much (nok or usd) does an experienced (6+ yrs) Sr. Software Engineer/Developer earn annually in norway? specifically, bergen and kristiansand area. I ...
People say that....since were coming from NY that it would be an adjustment. Yes, I think the change of pace will be a big adjustment, but if we didnt want it, we wouldnt show interest in NOrway. And because I feel Oslo is pretty close to NY, i do ... Read More
one more Salary Inquiry (for now :p )
When made an offer for 750 000NOK, how is that? And for Kristiansand standard? How comfortable can we be on that? (wife and I - with plans of baby soon), in a 2 bedroom rental. Read More
Salary Information by Bethesda
Its a simple question that I cant seem to find a real answer on when i search online. But how much (nok or usd) does an experienced (6+ yrs) Sr. Software Engineer/Developer earn annually in norway? specifically, bergen and kristiansand area. I ...
Im addicted to finn.no....I love looking at real estate. A lot seems furnished. I plan on shipping my few pieces of furniture over. I hope this wouldnt be a prob for future landlord! Living on what we make in NYC, we just get by. We live in a ... Read More
Salary Information by Bethesda
Its a simple question that I cant seem to find a real answer on when i search online. But how much (nok or usd) does an experienced (6+ yrs) Sr. Software Engineer/Developer earn annually in norway? specifically, bergen and kristiansand area. I ...
Hi! Thank you for your reply. Much appreciated. Im finding it a little difficult comparing cost of living between nyc and norway. here, my pay is $130,000 before tax and its just ok for manhattan. So i was wondering if Norway would match that ... Read More