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Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 8:16pm On Apr 22, 2023 |
Viruses: You should be fine if that's the case....meaning you crossed on Amber colour |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 7:58pm On Apr 22, 2023 |
Viruses: It depends if there's red light camera at the junction. Wait for 2 weeks to see if you will get letter....palpitations period for any brown envelopes. You may likely escape this scenario. Reflect on it and don't break the red light signs. The rule for me is from far distance, check the traffic lights and if green has been for a long time before l reach the junction, I reduce speed as l am approaching, knowing that it will soon change to Amber to red. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 9:51am On Apr 22, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: The thing tired me.... I don't like headaches |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 9:49am On Apr 22, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: Thank you. I will think about it. |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 9:20am On Apr 22, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: Very apt |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 9:02am On Apr 22, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: I no fit try am oo.... I and my wife get keys separately to avoidthis kind of thing. |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 6:02pm On Apr 18, 2023 |
Meogom: Option 1 Maintain speed limits all the time,otherwise, no more speed awareness course for you. Its either points or fine or court or combinations 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 4:22pm On Apr 18, 2023 |
eniola1010: It's about self assessment and refunds by HMRC |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 8:48pm On Apr 17, 2023 |
gergemam: Yes |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 6:06pm On Apr 17, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: It's better his having direct deductions from employer than to pay them later 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 8:12pm On Apr 14, 2023 |
COPIED..... The three phases of Japa/Moving abroad. I have lived abroad for a number of years now and I have come to understand that there are typically three phases that defines the Japa experience. 1. The lag phase (0 - 2 years) The newbie phase is where most people question their why for moving abroad. The initial struggle to secure a job. The apprehension of not getting a good job particularly if you sold off your properties to move abroad, are the befuddling realities of this phase. In this phase, many ask questions and make videos or write stories that suggest abroad is tough and unwinnable. Those on student visas grappling with the hustle of 20 hours shift seldom push this narrative, while they grind on minimal wage with hopes of securing a work visa in the mid-term. Those that left Nigeria on Residence class visas in this phase are equally culpable, as they allow the saddle of not securing a professional job trigger an imposter syndrome that taints their perception and vocalization on japa. My experience has taught me that this phase is transient. Many that make videos painting japa in gloomy terms are typically juggling this phase. For some the lag phase may stretch for longer depending on the country, available opportunities, their visa class and the wealth and quality of information at their disposal. For others this phase typically last for less than a year. Realities differ. It is imperative that whatever sound bite about japa you get, ensure it is coming from someone who has exited this phase. 2. The steady phase (3 - 6 years) This is the phase where people land their first professional job. Move up in visa class. Earn more than the minimum wage and have liquidated most of their personal debts. They can afford the little luxury of regular travel to a few nearby countries. They have more savings. Live in better houses and can afford to upgrade their cars. Those with Residence class visas are more settled in this phase. They have secured their first professional job or even changed jobs that earns then their first six-figure salary in a Fortune 100 or 500 company. Abroadians or Japarians at this phase have a re-purposed definition of abroad. They are more oriented to think big picture. Less inclined to make videos that cast a gloomy portraiture of the state of nature overseas. Those that sold their properties to move abroad are now slowly recouping their 'investments'. This phase is essentially the stability phase and defines the next phase of the abroad experience. There is however no clear timeline for how long people stay in this phase or step into it. Getting a good job is usually the first sign. It is profitable to listen to people at this phase but ensure they are the ones that have shown working and have walked the talk. That is individuals that have successfully hacked how to win professionally in the abroad and are willing to share from the repository of their experience and wisdom. Most people that move abroad, secure a job and stay without a criminal record, would eventually and inevitably get to this phase. Some land here and stay in perpetuity. It all depends on individual choice. 3. The acceleration phase (7 years and above) This is the cruise control phase of staying in the abroad. Those in these phase understand that abroad is broad. It is the phase of earning well in six figures. Professionals at this stage are now Directors, Senior Executives or Partners in top firms. A few have started their own companies and are now employers of labour. They have secured their citizenship at this stage and can flex travel with ease. Many that sold their properties in the lag phase have now bought better properties in choice places in Nigeria and elsewhere. Owning a property abroad in this phase is easy flex. Infact many have few properties on rentals. Professionals here have a different story of what abroad is. They are not fazed by IG or FB stories of some abroad newbies. They have come, seen and conquered. There is however no timeline for this phase and reality may differ depending on individual experience and destiny. The kernel of this post is that often the portraiture of japa as an experimental reality is skewed. Abroad or Japa is mostly what you make out of it. Arming yourself with the right information and people is often the most important and basic step. Having the doggedness to navigate the lag phase to the acceleration phase would mostly depend on you. In the end, abroad is broad and Japa is part travel and part determination. 20 Likes 3 Shares |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 7:38pm On Apr 11, 2023 |
habhidhemhii: Na all these kind things de make oga Lexusgs430 de talk to have your own house mortgage 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 11:09am On Apr 11, 2023 |
bukonlami: |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 11:07am On Apr 11, 2023 |
Viruses: Now you have learnt, practice more and your confidence will increase more. You will pass next time. Relax |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 11:04am On Apr 11, 2023 |
Viruses: Sorry oo Practice more and watch yutube videos on driving lessons |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 1:35pm On Apr 09, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: You wey be ancestor for UK π¬π§ |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 1:34pm On Apr 09, 2023 |
rinzylee: Why e de fear you? |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 11:13am On Apr 08, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: No... |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:50am On Apr 08, 2023 |
Estroller: Thank you. The benefits from NHS pension is more than the SIPP in long-term. Prefers additional contributions to the NHS pension |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:34am On Apr 08, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: I de spend my money de enjoy life jare ....through FREE CASH FLOW from investments 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:27am On Apr 08, 2023 |
Estroller: No mind Lexusgs430 |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:27am On Apr 08, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: You know its possible |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:15am On Apr 08, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: thank you. Thinking of doing additional contributions into the NHS pension instead of opening SIPP then open another S&S ISA for my wife happy with the dividends l am getting from my S&S ISA NYSE stocks using my freetrade and trading 212 accounts 2 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 7:58am On Apr 08, 2023 |
jedisco: l do NYSE stocks with S&S ISA I am already on NHS pensions.....won't SIPP want me to take my NHS pension contributions to SIPP? l am currently happy with the NHS pension contribution 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 11:00pm On Apr 07, 2023 |
jedisco: I am putting the amount l stated in both for the past 3 years... l will ring HMRC for adjustments next week..... thanks 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:45am On Apr 07, 2023 |
tolajay: I de everywhere oga mi.... |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:36am On Apr 07, 2023 |
Lexusgs430: I don't miss to max out for both for the last 3 years... |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 11:52pm On Apr 06, 2023 |
New tax year begins today... 1.LISA...Β£4000 2.STOCKS AND SHARES ISA....Β£20,000 Start today to make good use of them.. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 7:12pm On Apr 05, 2023 |
pheranmie: hire a driver from the garage nah or google driver near me and get someone to do it for you ASAP 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 6:54pm On Apr 05, 2023 |
yolkman20: just wait for it. you can drive your car since you have evidence of payment, in case, police stops you on the road |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 4:47pm On Apr 04, 2023 |
pheranmie: yes |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 7:51pm On Mar 26, 2023 |
justwise: Oohh... |
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