Being that I am in what most like to call a “Transitional Period” right now, it can be said that I have a lot more “available” time on my hands.
So I decided to take advantage of this time and jumped on a plane to England. I figured why not cheer up this holiday season and go home to the family for some much needed R&R (Renewal & Revival).
My family, of course, are so happy to see me and are all trying to convince me to stay and work out here for a bit but bloody hell living in London Town is expensive.
• Economic crisis over here too so jobs are still hard to get.
• Big items prices are some what dropping (property) but the mundane everyday items of luxury are still up (50p for a pack of cheese and onion crisps??? Are you kidding me?)
• Single bus fare is ₤2 and NO! This isn’t the GTA where you get a transfer.
• Most affordable living option would be to rent a room. How does ₤100/week sound? Yes Ladies that would be about $800/month just for a ROOM.
EXPENSIVE! Not really feeling like the grass is too much greener on the other side
However, there is a solution to every problem and you just need to find it. Now I have not decided if I will stay in the UK for a bit longer but I like to know there are better options for me.
• No permanent jobs available – try getting some temping work.
• Buy in bulk – There are discounts of the larger value packs
• Get a travel card – In London it’s an Oyster card. With the card single travel is 90p
• Do some research – Look into a cheaper area even if it is just for a short while. Ask for a better deal. Sometimes the landlord needs a tenant just as bad as you need a place.
The wonderful part is – you can take this advice with you to any country. Use that big beautiful brain of yours and be financially smart.
xoxo
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