Some folks were already ahead of us back then

Originally Posted by johnny333

We all know how good LKY & his cronies are They of course deserve the world class salaries which they voted themselves.

If you look at the "successful" in Spore many have used their connections. Not everyone has a network of "connections" to make it in Spore.

Sometimes its about value. & not affordability. Many Sporeans /ex-Sporeans are buying properties overseas because of better value. Why pay a premium for a lower quality of life in Spore?

Years ago I met an office boy who was living a humble life in Spore. He was satisfied with a simple motorcycle. He was using his $$$ to invest in Malaysian properties. While all the executives was busy being stressed out, he was sitting in the corner relaxing He was ahead of the curve with his idea of investing in value.

Spot on, everyone is entitled to their opinions. Our learned friends here have their own perspective which they are well entitled to. I am basically following the steps of my other colleagues who are FT and like them, building up a portfolio of countries, its all about choices. Right now, how many local people in SG can say they can "retreat" or move on to another country, let alone 3?

The officeboy is smart and knows where to set his priorities.

People from China can go to so many other countries after using Singapore as a transit stop, Singapore right now is like the old transit road camp in Yishun, used for holding and developing them, once they are well developed, they will just dump us for destinations like Australia or US.

Since we have always been asked to learn from the talents, this is exactly what i am doing

Back then, i also thought of what ifs:

Once my parents "OCs" passed on and we are ready, i will set up NZ and move family and kids there where they will be able to continue their education. I am now thinking of using my Dec funds to either get something cheap in Auckland or get something in Danga.