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Nottingham
Joined 2013
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Condo Rental - Makati vs. Fort

11 years ago

I am moving to Manila in January with my husband and kids (4&6). We are looking right now to rent a condo in Fort or in Makati. We don't want a house.

1) Any recommendations for condos that have more families that others? Or better quality-nicer than others?

2) Any preferences for Fort vs. Makati. We are taking into consideration pros and cons:
His office is in Fort area and the schools are closer. However, the buildings we are looking at - while very nice - are not walking distance to any shops, etc so more self-contained.

Since Makati will be further away from his office and schools we are concerned our 1st grader will have to spend a long time on the bus to ISM...someone told us 6:30am pick up time!?

Finally, underand car is necessary but where can we find a "commuter" car that is inexpensive, reliable? We anticipate hiring a full time driver.

Domestic help - a lot of the places have service kitches - do most people have housekeeper living with them? I'm not that comfortable with this option - or is it reasonable to expect someone to commute...or perhaps stay during the week and commute home on the weekends?

Thanks everyone - a lot of questions but look forward to your responses!!

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