HRG 2015: One Man’s Trash…Where to recycle, donate, or sell your stuff when you leave
SellExpat publications like the Beijinger (beijingkids’ sister magazine) and City Weekend have classifieds sections on…
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HRG 2015: Exit Strategy – A timeline with moving tips
Every summer, the end of the international school year marks the departure of many…
HRG 2015: In Good Company – Leaving Beijing is a moving experience
"After death and divorce, moving house is the third most stressful life event,” so…
HRG 2015: Thanks for the Ride – An introduction to car transportation in Beijing
When you’re new to Beijing, there’s often a feeling of panic when getting into a…
HRG 2015: One Card to Rule Them All – Take a ride by subway, bus, taxi, or bicycle
There are over five million cars on Beijing’s roads, contributing more than 30 percent of…
HRG 2015: Help! I Need Somebody – Hiring an ayi and a driver in Beijing
Affordable domestic help is one of the luxuries of expat life in China. Whether you…
HRG: It’s a Gas-Setting up and paying for utilities in Beijing
Electricity Most people top up their electricity with an electricity card. In newer buildings, it’s…
HRG 2015: All Things Considered – Too much stuff? Rent space from a self-storage service
When Missouri native Jessica Rapp started collecting donations for a series of pop-up thrift sales…
HRG 2015: Call Me Maybe – How to buy a mobile phone and set up a 3G/4G plan
Few things in Beijing are as essential as a mobile phone. Not only can…
HRG 2015: Every Man and His Dog – Registering at the PSB for both people and pets
Upon entering China, the immigration officer will give you a blue slip reminding all “aliens”…