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I went to IRDA last Sunday to renew my MACS but was told by the immigration officer the MACS program has stopped. No reasons were given :-(

Rates offered by MCs in Singapore and Johor: https://cashchanger.co/sgd-to-myr https://get4x.com/en/malaysia/johor-bahru/SGD-MYR (need to register to get live rates)

Yes, Tuas 2nd link CIQ.

I came in to Johor via Tuas Checkpoint by bus last Friday and at the passport counter, the immigration officer told me the MACS office has re-opened. Can anyone verify this?

MC rates at Bukit Indah over the weekend: 3.10

When using the highways, be careful about using the road shoulders/emergency lanes. If someone records you doing so and report to the police, you may be fine and jailed. http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/court-fines-20-road-users-up-to-rm2000-for-using-emergency-lanes

How about a brand new Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 for $418K? http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/new-cars/lamborghini/huracan/coupe/nzvlamb2015aeaa.htm

KIA Sportage is definitely worth considering. I think currently there is a promotion going on with good discounts. I bought a Cerato 2.0 almost 1.5 years ago and I'm very happy with the car.

Johor Sultan also tak boleh tahan .... http://paultan.org/2016/03/23/johors-sultan-ibrahim-wants-causeway-to-be-replaced/ Johor’s Sultan Ibrahim wants Causeway to be replaced Frequent users of the Johor Causeway will be familiar with the undesirable traffic situation during peak hours. In...

I've been monitoring the global oil prices over the last month or so and it seems to relate VERY closely to the rise and fall of the ringgit. Oil price is on a downward trend the last 2 days.

The same thing was said since July: http://www.thestar.com.my/Business/Business-News/2015/07/11/Ringgit-seen-undervalued-based-on-economic-fundamentals/?style=biz

Yes, that's for sure. It's also the life-style with a slower, relaxed pace that particularly suits me. Retiring in S'pore will not be an option for a normal plebian like me given the rapid rise in cost of living. By the way, have you bought your car yet?

Currently only during weekends and public holidays. Will be quite a few years more before I retire there ... :-)

I couldn't agree more. Let the haters stay away from Johor, or Malaysia even. One reason I bought into Iskandar is to eventually get away from this type of people with their patronizing attitude. You don't need other people's approval to pursue your own happiness.

Info I have is about a year ago when I bought my car, so the terms may have changed since. Since you already know the terms, why are you asking?

Car loan quantum for foreigners should be 80%. Not sure of the max loan period but I think its 10 years.

KIA Sportage 2WD at RM118,888: http://www.nazakia.com.my/models/sportage-2wd/

Yesterday @ Bukit Indah MCs: 3.065

The entrance to the park is at Kampung Sri Gunung Pulai. Search for "Jalan TMN GN Pulai" (off Jalan Sawah) in Google Maps. Or you can look up this map coordinate which is about where you can park your car and start the walk: 1°35'26.0"N 103°30'58.3"E

For those who are tired of the regular places / attractions in or around JB, here's a few charming places nearby that is worth visiting: Pontian Kechil: nice un-crowded place to go for shopping. Early breakfast at Mamak Alif is a treat for the senses. There's also a wholesale fish market...