We explain Sweden
In this series, we have talked about the reasons why you should consider buying an apartment and how to calculate mortgage and downpayment to get the apartment you want. This time, we will talk about how to take advantage of the available tools to find the right place for you. Reality Check #3: Find the right […]
Djurgården is an island in the central area of Stockholm. A beloved destination for locals and tourists where one can find museums, gardens, and many family-friendly activities. Here are some places that you can enjoy during your visit. Biologiska Museet The Museum of Biology offers the visitors the possibility of seeing all kinds of birds and mammals of […]
Buying an apartment is one of the most serious steps in life. It requires a lot of planning, savings and to be as prepared as possible. On this part two of the series, I will talk about the mortgage and downpayment. To read part 1 click here. Know your Purchase Ability. Before rushing into apartment […]
Are you still browsing on Blocket for rental apartments in Stockholm? Then I highly recommend you to read this article. In less than 10 months from arriving in Sweden I bought my first apartment in Stockholm at a great bargain. Here are some tips and secrets on how you can also get out of the […]
Have you considered moving to Sweden alone? Are you worried about the language, culture, job opportunities, cost of living etc? It can be extremely daunting to move from one place to another. However, life is short but remember that preparation is key and adaptation comes next. Do your homework, measure the risk and reward. If […]
Living in Stockholm, I am back on my bike again, for the first time in 25 years. I don’t have a car and I am loving it since I can get almost anywhere on my bike. I enjoy the fresh air, the beautiful surroundings and the comfort of parking my bike wherever I want to. Not to […]
When I walk along the streets or “gator” of Stockholm, it seems to me like moving inside a painted landscape from a fairy tale book. What impresses me is that although Stockholm is situated on many islands and is surrounded by water, I do not have the impression to walk on an island. When I […]
23rd of August 2018 marks one full year since I packed my bags, leaving behind the comfort of being in my home country and coming to Sweden. With 2 bags, some apprehension, some old memories and lots of excitement to embark on this new journey. I was going to study in Sweden, in SWEDEN! When […]
Living in Sweden without a personal number can be a struggle sometimes. A personal number is the most important number in Sweden that serves as your identification number. I am only allowed to get a coordination number (samordningsnummer) because of the validity of my visa, which is less than one year. I thought I could […]
I moved from Switzerland at the beginning of this month and in more ways than one, Sweden represents a new start in my life. Before moving Only a few weeks before my departure to Sweden, I had a serious accident in Lake Geneva. I love swimming and while I was swimming in my favorite lake, […]