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My Seoul Real Estate Nightmare
Finding housing in Seoul isn’t easy, especially when you are a foreigner and have to overcome language barriers. This is my Seoul real estate nightmare. But, don’t worry, it has a…
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Hanoks: Variations and Restorations
As an architecture student here in South Korea, I have had the unique opportunity to get the inside scoop on how Hanoks are made and restored. Here are a few unique features that make…
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Our Friendly Korean Villa Ghost
Spooky season has come, so it’s time I introduce you to our newest addition to the family: our villa ghost. After a series of strange and unexplainable events, my roommates have come to the…
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Stay in Korea for Free: Volunteering for Accommodation
In Korea, accommodation can be one the most expensive parts of your trip. But, what if I told you you could come to Korea and stay here for months without paying a single penny? This is how…
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How to Cancel Your TV Subscription in Korea
When renting a house, there are a lot of cases when the room does not have a TV. Therefore, if you are paying for a TV subscription, please refer to this article to contact the electricity…
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Future of Korean Smart Cities: World Smart Cities Expo (WSCE)
I was a speaker at the WSCE in 2022. I met with innovators paving the way in city planning. This is the future of Korean smart cities! World Smart Cities Expo (WSCE) 2022 As someone who is…
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How to Dispose of Large Items in Korea
Waste regulations are very strict in Korea. Plastic, glass, metal, food waste, and basic garbage are all sorted into separate bags. Clothes and shoes are left in specialized clothing boxes…
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Life in a Goshiwon: Korea’s Cheapest Housing Option
If you are planning to come to Korea on a budget, the cheapest housing option you can find is a Goshiwon. With rooms available by the day or by the month with no deposit fee, they are one of…
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The Best Moving Service in Korea: Zim Car
If you’re considering moving in Korea, you’ll soon find that moving to a new apartment is an absolute nightmare. Once you’ve finally gone through the hellscape that is…
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English Realtors in Seoul
Although I am confident in my Korean language abilities, I was unable to find an apartment in Seoul without the help of an English realtor who specializes in finding housing for foreigners.…
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