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vndunne   
25 Jun 2011
Language / Learning Polish...looking for a software package? [10]

I have tried Supermemo and really liked it. The last time i checked they had a free version which gave you some of the basics. I would also recommend byki.com. This is more for vocabulary. Really recommend you try the games as they do make the vocabulary stick in your head. Again, they have a free version and you can upgrade for a fuller version. I think you have to be online to do the supermemo one but you can download the byki one.

Best of luck.
vndunne   
26 Jun 2011
Language / Learning Polish...looking for a software package? [10]

Hi. Try this...supermemo.net/search/polish

There should be an option for 'Polish - Miniphrase book' and you can access it there. One thing i will admit about this website is that it can be a bir awkward getting to the course. Have a look and let me know if you are successful.

Regards
Vincent
vndunne   
26 Jun 2011
Law / Registering a Business in Warsaw - Location of office? [7]

The first option. I have my business registered in Wroclaw but want to move everything up to Warsaw now. I live in Zoliborz, And idea where that office may be?

Merged: Address in Warsaw for various offices to registered company

Hi. I am about to embark on a company registration process in Warsaw. It will be as a -self employed' entity as opposed to the S.A. type.

Has anyone gone through this recently and would you have a list of the addresses of offices that you need to visit in warsaw?
Many thanks for any help.
Regards
vincent
vndunne   
4 Jul 2011
Life / Internet speed in Poland - Does it do what is says on the tin?? [18]

Hi. I am with UPC and 'apprently' have a 25mbs connection. I have recently tested it and it seems to be coming int at 4 mbs. Has anyone else noticed an issue like this with their internet connection? I just want to check before i ring up.

Thanks
Vincent
vndunne   
4 Jul 2011
Life / Internet speed in Poland - Does it do what is says on the tin?? [18]

Hi. thanks for all those comments. I actually used a tool on testinternetspeed.org and it seems to be doign the ping thing....I think i will take some measurements over the next week. i appreciate it may not be up to 25 mbs but would be expecting more than a 10th of the speed.

thanks again
vincent
vndunne   
4 Jul 2011
Life / Internet speed in Poland - Does it do what is says on the tin?? [18]

Very strange....!!! But why am i not surprised by it.!! :-)
I upgraded some months ago so any 'trial period' shoudl be well and truly over. Just noticed that recently the speed seems to be getting worse and want to follo it up.
vndunne   
5 Jul 2011
Language / Is fluency in Polish for an English speaker possible?! [30]

Rain33, I fully appreciate your frustration in trying to learn polish. It is not easy. But remember, it is all about the ability to communicate and it you dont get the pronounciation perfect, it will not be the end of the world. I am sure you attempts to communicate will be appreciated.

how many non english speakig people do you know, who dont have perfect pronounciation, but can communicate effectively in english??
I dont speak very much polish but have been told my polish is good even though i can speak only a little bit. (I know they were probably just being nice).
vndunne   
6 Jul 2011
Law / VAT number as a sole trader vs a company VAT number in Poland / 'trading as' question [10]

Hi. Just a quick question in relation to VAT. I am set up here as one of the 'sole trader company' types. My personal NIP is used as my Tax number. I have recently been told that as it is a personal vat number, i cant claim back VAT as i need a Company VAT number to do that. 2 questions:

- Does this sound right? (it came from a reliable source so would be be inclined to believe it)
- As a sole trader company set up, can you get a 'company' VAT number or do you need to be set up as a SP Z.o.o type of scenario?

Also, just a quick question in relation to 'trading as'...
- As stated set up a with a company name. I will probably have 2 streams of business - one languages and one IT and would like differentiate in the marketing, while maintaining the core name e.g. abc - IT and abc - Languages.(not actual name but just wanted to give an idea as to what i am on about. Can i do this or do i need to get different trading names? As a sole trader company(or whatever it is called), can you be set up more than once?

Sorry for all the queries, and any direction would be appreciated.

Regards
vincent
vndunne   
6 Jul 2011
Law / Gumtree.pl ad posting criteria? [9]

Interesting to know as i want to place an ad on Gumtree shortly. so will follow the suggested approach.
vndunne   
6 Jul 2011
Real Estate / Foreign investor, properties in Poland, walk away from mortgages? [209]

Maybe a good start would be to go and talk to your lender to see if your borrowings can be re-negotiated e.g. payment over a longer period etc. I have no idea what the banks' approach to this is but there surely is no harm in asking. And if they seem somewhat un-cooperative, at least then you can get an idea as to what their action would be should you default on yourr mortgage.

Since arriving in poland nearly 9 years ago there has been good times and bad times for holder of CHF mortgages in poland. Maybe if you can come to some aggreeement in order to weather the storm, it would be in both your interests i.e. you and the bank. (though i cant guaruntee the bank will see it that way)

Also just to add one point to the morality/ethics argument.

Dont meant to be harsh but i dont think you will get too much sympathy with this argument. You seem like an educated individual and you would have been expected to review the risks invovled in your investments. And would a more detailed explanation have changed your mind, realistically?
vndunne   
12 Jul 2011
Law / VAT number as a sole trader vs a company VAT number in Poland / 'trading as' question [10]

Hey delphi..man.... :-)
Thank you kindly. Responses are very much appreciated and very helpful. Just in the process of getting the language thing up and running.
Just one more, which you might know.....

- To make the returns for a business like mine and yours, each month....how much time is realistically involved? Reviewing my accountant and want to be prepared.

Thanks. Hope married life is treating you well.....

hopefullly catch you for a beer soon.
vincent .
vndunne   
12 Jul 2011
Law / Changing 'residency' from Wroclaw to Warsaw - Anything to watch out for [3]

Hi. I am heading up to the office in Warsaw on 'slowackiego 6' to move my 'residency' from Wroclaw to Warsaw. Has anyone experience of this office namely around what they will be looking for to do this? Have my residency card(I am european) and proof of where i am living etc.

Regards,
vincent
vndunne   
23 Aug 2011
Life / Polish dentistry cost - 230 zl for one tooth cavity filling [99]

Merged: Price of Dentists in Warsaw

Hi. just wondering what is the norm for going to see a dentist and various treatments in Warsaw.
Have to go see one and just want to make sure i am not being ripped off too much.
Thanks
vincent
vndunne   
5 Sep 2011
Life / The Blame Game (Have you ever noticed that a Polish person is never wrong!?) [205]

Speaking as a non polish person who has lived here for over 5 years, i have to agree in principle with Avalon. I have had a lot of dealings here and very seldom see someone putting their hand up to accept responsibility. However, i have given up expecting it and just appreciate the occasional time that some does take responsibility...along with the few times people say thank you or excuse me.
vndunne   
6 Sep 2011
Travel / Is it safe to travel to Poland? [194]

Hi. As the other contributors have said, you will be perfectly safe walking around those cities. I have been living here for over 5 years and have seldom felt in danger/trouble. Like any cities there are no-go areas but these generally are far from the tourist trail, so you shoule be ok. in relation to your computer, take the same precautions you would in any hotel around the world. I have left my laptop in my case many times in a hotel and i have never had a problem.

In relation to the football games, might be best to check with the hotel etc. Most football games are fine but there are some games which are 'sensitive' due to fan rivalry. But generally as a whole, you should have nothing to worry about.

Enjoy your trip.
Vincent
vndunne   
3 Oct 2011
Work / Proofreading - What is the going rate in Warsaw? [40]

Hi. I remember seeing a thread covering this topic some time ago but I have been unable to locate it.

Can anyone tell me what the going rate for proofreading in warsaw is?

Thanks
vincent
vndunne   
20 Oct 2011
Language / Lat V lata [8]

Hi. Could anyone help me on this one....

To say 'For 25 years....', i have been told it is 'Od 25 Lat...'

Is it the same for 'For 20 years..'? Or is it the 'Lata' version?

I just need it for a brochure and wanted to be sure.

Thanks

Vincent
vndunne   
20 Oct 2011
Language / Lat V lata [8]

Hi All. Thanks very much for your input. Much appreciated.
Regards,
vincent
vndunne   
3 Nov 2011
News / UPC Poland delivers 150Mbps in Lublin [10]

Can I ask , what you are paying for? I am paying for the (up to) 25 mbs but i rarely ever get 5 - 6 mbs...and i have tested it at all hours of the day over a very large period.
vndunne   
8 Nov 2011
Language / Correct format for dates in letters in Polish? [8]

Hi. could anyone tell me the correct format for the date in letters i.e. Nominative or Genitive?

It would be in the format of :
05 November 2011

Thanks,
vincent