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Shanghai Living Costs: A Monthly Budget Breakdown

How Much Does it Costs to Live in Shanghai | Fancie in Shanghai Ep.15

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FunFancie2023-04-0916 min

I have been living in Shanghai for 3 months now and I managed to make a summary of how much does it actually costs to live here in Shanghai. I hope this video will provide you guys an insight of expenses you have have to bear when moving here. Enjoy the video !

In general, I will share my monthly cost base on these categories:

Rent

Utilities

Phone Bils

Laundry

Transportation

Shopping

Grocery

Food

Beauty

--- FunFancie

April 9, 2023, Spring in China

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Shanghai Living Costs: A Monthly Budget Breakdown

Hello guys! I have been living in Shanghai for 3 months now and I managed to make a summary of how much does it actually costs to live here in Shanghai. I hope this video will provide you guys an insight of expenses you have have to bear when moving here. Enjoy the video ! In general, I will share...

FunFancie shares her experience of living in Shanghai for three months, detailing the costs of rent, utilities, phone bills, laundry, transportation, shopping, groceries, food, and beauty. This insightful video offers a realistic look at the expenses of living in this vibrant city, providing valuable information for those considering a move to Shanghai.

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