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Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 5:30pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
Case study - 2 bedroom flat, 4 occupants. Rent, low side is $600 & high side is $900. My assumption is that Water, sewage and waste/refuse collection fee is added. Electricity should be around $60-$100, sparingly using the a/c, the apartment is usually cool during the sunny days and I am not a cold environment person. Cooking and ligthing is covered here. Internet should be between $40-$80, works for smart tvs too. You can hardly do without it. Phone bill sgould be around $30. Feeding no suppose pass $100 except you like burger a lotttt - ONE BASIC fast food sitting will cost about $10, multiply by 30days and you realise you need to cook. 16 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 5:33pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
So IF rent is $150 + utilities $80 + food $80 You have easily crossed $250. This is an average cost here for managing. Any errors or questions, you can point it out. If you do 6people in a 3bedroom, the cost drops further but still hovers around $200 monthly for the most essential things. 3 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 5:38pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
You will do some 'initial' spending when you first arrive like $500-$1,000 All the newcomer property and all the 'down payments' or 'caution deposits'. You can save here by moving into an existing apartment (joining older students). If you get the month to month lease option, I prefer that. 9 or 12 months lease na long thing. 4 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by rinzaugustine: 5:55pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
MackyNaija:Congrats bro,still using my international driving licence from nigeria |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by PDPGuy: 6:52pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
Just saw an ad on Craigslist San Diego for a sign-holder job that pays $500/week before taxes ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 2:08am On Nov 05, 2017 |
PDPGuy:What kinda sign would the person be holding? It is barely 6weeks before the semester ends... I can't wait to be done. Workload has reduced a little in the past 2 weeks... Truly, they rushed us toooo much at the start of the program. We have gone through half of the coursework for most classes, looking forward to writing more exams and quizzes. Tiredness comes in once in a while, It isn't a burnout - that I am sure of, just tired.. So many battles won but the war is still raging... I can't stop now.. 4 Likes |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by PDPGuy: 6:40am On Nov 05, 2017 |
MackyNaija: I think it was for a jewelry store. I usually see sign holders for the tax-prep companies, and some restaurants. I never knew the job was that lucrative. Keep it up. Your hard work will pay off in the end. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 6:48am On Nov 06, 2017 |
Thanks man. The DST ended today at 2a.m.. All devices connected to the internet did an auto update of time. The difference is evident, just 6p.m and it is dark already.
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Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Malayy(m): 5:09pm On Nov 06, 2017 |
But why are black Americans called Akata? |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by iamphill: 5:55pm On Nov 06, 2017 |
Malayy:Because they talk through their nose you get the drift? |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Malayy(m): 8:37pm On Nov 06, 2017 |
iamphill:what of oyinbo ? They do the same. But they are not called akata |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by iamphill: 6:27am On Nov 07, 2017 |
Malayy: Because Oyinbo no be Black (African american) |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by orbis(m): 4:37pm On Nov 11, 2017 |
Malayy:The fear of akata is the beginning of wisdom. Those dude can do and undo. You dont even know d one who carry gun. I fear them pass police sef. Playing music high like them own d damn road 1 Like |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Malayy(m): 5:35pm On Nov 11, 2017 |
orbis:Haha. They are wild.. And the women are crazier.. Having children out of wedlock like its nothing.. Three children from three different men.. |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Elzends(m): 7:30pm On Nov 16, 2017 |
Finally caught up.
Mackynaija keep living the dream bro 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 3:47am On Nov 17, 2017 |
Elzends: Thanks and welcome to the thread. Nothing much happening for now.. Just the normal routine lectures, assignments, quizzes and others. Got a test and an exam Monday and Tuesday next week. Something else is cooking ![]() 13 Likes |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by blezdBen: 9:48pm On Nov 19, 2017 |
Please I sent you a mail Sir...would be very glad if you do reply.
Thank you Sir. |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by sonnie10: 3:16am On Nov 20, 2017 |
MackyNaija: Have you bought Turkey for thanksgiving? 1 Like |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 7:15pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
blezdBen: I will send you a reply. Just finished my exam and heading out of school again. sonnie10:No be who don chop belleful deh spend money on beer? ![]() I am going to buy Bread now and MAYBE butter, I still have some chicken and will eat that one. ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 7:22pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
Spent the weekend out of town as usual but this one was different... Stayed out the entire 3days. I went hunting for a keke but it didn't come out positive. I had an impression there were no scrap kekes in USA but I was proven wrong so I had to cut the search short. Will re-strategize and try Houston this Thanksgiving holiday. Took a few random road pictures.... 6 Likes
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Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 7:28pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
It was a trip to San Antonio... I did a more detailed running around the town this time, a beautiful city it is. ![]() 7 Likes
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Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Unlimited22: 7:45pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
God's gonna pick my call. We both know that. If una see as I patiently dey follow this MackyNaija and FrankNetter them thread Ehn... One day, its gonna be Unlimited22's experiences as an immigrant in the US. 22 Likes |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 7:49pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
Discovered a Nigerian restaurant.. Koban or something similar to that is the name. Ponded yam and vegetable soup - blood pressure normalize. ![]() Meat pie, moi moi, suya is sold there. The quality is good, will definitely make more visits there. 2 Likes
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Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 7:58pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
Unlimited22:You are very welcome sir. Apply for direct PhD, you might hit the jackpot and get accepted for a fully funded program. F1 too sure, add H1B and everything is set. ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by blezdBen: 7:58pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
MackyNaija:Thank you very much Sir, am waiting. |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Unlimited22: 8:03pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
MackyNaija:I thought USCIS stopped processing H1-B visas in April. I'm a prospective doctor of optometry tho( will grad next year), and I'm planning to start taking steps toward a possible migration in 2021-23. 1 Like |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 11:12pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
Unlimited22:From my little understanding, the 'battle' is against a certain group that import WAEC certificate equivalent holders, call them skilled workers, give them a little 'training' and they are suddenly termed professionals in that field. They are the ones that have issues with USCIS, those getting advanced degrees (not imported WAEC as my guy would call it ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Unlimited22: 11:18pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
MackyNaija:I plan to come as a student to do a one-year residency program in a specialty, then move on from there. I'm getting my doctor of optometry degree here though. How feasible? |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 11:24pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
Unlimited22:I am not in the medical line but I am thinking you are asking about doing 'an internship with an engineering degree'? The chances will be slim getting one from nigeria with a nigerian degree but you can always look for another degree to do here and then you can proceed from there. |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by Unlimited22: 11:29pm On Nov 20, 2017 |
MackyNaija:Nah, an OD isn't an engineering degree. I'm an eye doctor. Usually, OD's in the US do a residency in a specialty of eye care after their 4 year OD program. I'm asking about the possibility of coming with an F1 visa to join them, then changing status to H1-B from there. NB- OD in Africa is a straight 6 year program while in the US its a four year program after 4 years of college. 1 Like |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 4:38am On Nov 21, 2017 |
Unlimited22:Sorry, my post was incomplete - I wrote that in a hurry. ...I meant doing something like 'an internship like we do after getting an engineering degree'. I understand a residency is like an internship like we do in engineering. What I am saying is I haven't heard of a US establishment giving an international student with international certificate an opportunity to do residency. If you come with an F1, you might have to first do some sort of additional school work b4 being eligible for 'an internship' (pardon my calling it internship). |
Re: Naija to Yankee Thoughts And Experiences by MackyNaija(m): 4:52am On Nov 21, 2017 |
MackyNaija:Going thru my old posts and I saw this one... I wrote the second exam today, see crying... Different answers from different people ![]() ![]() Waiting for the result, and I think I am still in contention for that 'A' grade. Writing another one tomorrow.... People say schooling in yankee is easy - na lie! ![]() The semester is gradually drawing to an end and I cant wait! Thankful for the Thanksgiving Holiday from Wednesday (half day) to Sunday. 11 Likes 3 Shares |
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