My pleasure! Right back at you though with the Dutch content :) I'll definitely check out your videos and ebook to brush up my Dutch skills this year :)
I recently graduated and landed a job in the city! I'm planning to move out of my parents' place in a few months, and this video has been super helpful in preparing for that transition. Thank you!
I moved to Etterbeek to work for the EU last February and can confirm it's a great spot to live! It's quiet, full of families/older couples and close to Cinquantenaire to go running. And the city centre is not too far away :)
Etterbeek also was on my list when I searched for apartments. But most of the time the apartments were either too close to Montgomery or the main traffic axises which were too much pollution for me.
I don't really share the positive experiences you guys have after having lived here for 10 years. But yeah, it can be nice if you're new and meet people from all different kind of backgrounds. The laissez-faire can be nice, but it can also be bad, just look around in some places and the way people here conduct themselves on the streets - it can be the much cited "hell-hole". I like Berlin much more, except rent (depend) everything is cheaper there, people are generally speaking less stuck-up, you have so many more opportunities and it's better for entrepreneurs in terms of bureaucracy and costs. Doing that in Brussels was the worst decision I've ever made. Social security costs were lawfully extrapolated from just two months of doing business, so I had to pay 6k EUR even though I only made 1.5k. It took 4 years to get that money back through with the help of a tax advisor. Belgian laws and regulations are a joke as is the political situation that's too fine-grained.
As a Belgian living in Limburg, i recently visited Brussels and had a really good time, but i was also wondering what regions to avoid? We walked through molenbeek to get to the metro and that was not the most pleasant experience
The trains stations, parts of Molenbeek and some parts in Schaerbeek at to avoid at night. During the day it can be okay-ish if you don't mind the smell and looks of places and people approaching you for the various illicit things. It is pretty save, but things here get stolen quickly, or vandalised, if you don't mind your belongings.
got really into the video when you started pronouncing the names of the communes.. sadly you stayed in the Luxembourg area which is fare from being representative in terms of architecture.
Hi @Lost4ellen, thanks for watching! It's true about the Luxembourg area, but I thought the scenery made for a nice backdrop in the video. But you're right, there are many places around the city and each has its own vibe and architectural style :)
Concerning properties, they are extremely noisy, poor insulation, thin walls, it's awful hearing all your neighbours especially if they're inconsiderate. This should really be focused on more when describing accomodation.
It's so amazing that you're sharing this useful information with other people! I love the content :)
My pleasure! Right back at you though with the Dutch content :) I'll definitely check out your videos and ebook to brush up my Dutch skills this year :)
@@AlexandraTempleton That's awesome! enjoy 😊
I recently graduated and landed a job in the city! I'm planning to move out of my parents' place in a few months, and this video has been super helpful in preparing for that transition. Thank you!
I'm so glad to hear the video helped you out! Best of luck on your move, and welcome to Brussels!
I moved to Etterbeek to work for the EU last February and can confirm it's a great spot to live! It's quiet, full of families/older couples and close to Cinquantenaire to go running. And the city centre is not too far away :)
Etterbeek is a great part of town! So glad to hear you're enjoying your Brussels experience so far, Alec :) Thanks for watching!
Etterbeek also was on my list when I searched for apartments. But most of the time the apartments were either too close to Montgomery or the main traffic axises which were too much pollution for me.
What's the problem with Montgomery?@@peterboil4064
Thanks for sharing this info ❤
Pretty much nailed it. Great info.
Thanks so much! So glad to have put it all in one video :) Thanks for watching!
I don't really share the positive experiences you guys have after having lived here for 10 years. But yeah, it can be nice if you're new and meet people from all different kind of backgrounds. The laissez-faire can be nice, but it can also be bad, just look around in some places and the way people here conduct themselves on the streets - it can be the much cited "hell-hole".
I like Berlin much more, except rent (depend) everything is cheaper there, people are generally speaking less stuck-up, you have so many more opportunities and it's better for entrepreneurs in terms of bureaucracy and costs. Doing that in Brussels was the worst decision I've ever made. Social security costs were lawfully extrapolated from just two months of doing business, so I had to pay 6k EUR even though I only made 1.5k. It took 4 years to get that money back through with the help of a tax advisor. Belgian laws and regulations are a joke as is the political situation that's too fine-grained.
You look like Anne Hathaway !
Thank you! I'll take it as a compliment :) Thanks for watching!
@@AlexandraTempleton yes I meant it as a compliment :p
Do you still work at animo? Would love to try your class :)
Yes I do :) You can find the class schedule here: www.animo-studios.com
Find my classes by searching ‘Alexandra’
I unfortunately got mugged the last time I was in Brussels, but great video
I’m so sorry to hear that :(
welcome to the club :-)
As a Belgian living in Limburg, i recently visited Brussels and had a really good time, but i was also wondering what regions to avoid? We walked through molenbeek to get to the metro and that was not the most pleasant experience
The trains stations, parts of Molenbeek and some parts in Schaerbeek at to avoid at night. During the day it can be okay-ish if you don't mind the smell and looks of places and people approaching you for the various illicit things. It is pretty save, but things here get stolen quickly, or vandalised, if you don't mind your belongings.
got really into the video when you started pronouncing the names of the communes.. sadly you stayed in the Luxembourg area which is fare from being representative in terms of architecture.
Hi @Lost4ellen, thanks for watching! It's true about the Luxembourg area, but I thought the scenery made for a nice backdrop in the video. But you're right, there are many places around the city and each has its own vibe and architectural style :)
Concerning properties, they are extremely noisy, poor insulation, thin walls, it's awful hearing all your neighbours especially if they're inconsiderate.
This should really be focused on more when describing accomodation.
U look like anna Hathaway...i would buy it if u say u are her sister
That's very kind of you, Billy :) Thanks for the compliment and for watching :)
No one said, so I will: feet.
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Thank you Ma