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Renting Off Installation in Korea: A Guide for SOFA Renters
Posted inHome & Living Home Life & Maintenance Tips New Arrival Information

Renting Off Installation in Korea: A Guide for SOFA Renters

Learn how renting off installation in Korea works with practical advice from a local realtor. Explore the rental process, common mistakes, and tips for SOFA renters.
Posted by James Chung August 11, 2026
Buying a Used Car in Korea Without Visiting a Dealership in Person
Posted inUsed Cars

Buying a Used Car in Korea Without Visiting a Dealership in Person

This post is for all the tired and busy international residents in South Korea. Do you need to buy a car but don't want the stress of spending your weekends…
Posted by South of Seoul June 20, 2026
Renting a Home in Pyeongtaek-si: Info for U.S. Military
Posted inReal Estate & Auto US Military Renting in Korea

Renting a Home in Pyeongtaek-si: Info for U.S. Military

This guide was created in partnership with Hollywood Realty, a popular real estate agency serving Camp Humphreys. They came to us for help creating content that supports U.S. military personnel…
Posted by SOS.SEC Sponsored Content December 3, 2025
Fuel Types for Cars or Trucks in Korea
Posted inDriving Tips Public & Private Transport Real Estate & Auto

Fuel Types for Cars or Trucks in Korea

South Korea has a few fuel types for cars and trucks. Here is a quick introduction to common fuel types for passenger vehicles. In this post, I don't address fuel…
Posted by Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAIT August 30, 2022
5 Reasons Romanized Korean Addresses Suck
Posted inDriving Tips Korean Travel & Adventure New Arrival Information

5 Reasons Romanized Korean Addresses Suck

Honestly, we don't have a nicer way to say this. We LOVE Hangul addresses but the Romanized Korean addresses sucks and makes life harder in many situations. In order to…
Posted by South of Seoul July 16, 2022
How to Buy a Used Car in South Korea
Posted inReal Estate & Auto Used Cars

How to Buy a Used Car in South Korea

Looking for a car in Korea? Here is some advice from a former used car salesman who worked in Korea for many years before moving on to new adventures. About…
Posted by Content Partner Articles April 22, 2022
Detailed Information Regarding the Korean Expressway and HiPass System
Posted inDriving Tips Education ESL/EFL Educators Welcome Packet

Detailed Information Regarding the Korean Expressway and HiPass System

Unfamiliar with the Korean expressway and HiPass system? We've got your covered. Making the most of your stay in Korea means taking advantage of every opportunity to travel.  For most…
Posted by South of Seoul January 7, 2022
Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods
Posted inLiving in Pyeongtaek-si Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods Real Estate & Auto

Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods

Get to know a few of Pyeongtaek-si's most popular neighborhoods. Perfect for those relocating to work for the US Military for either Osan Air Force Base or Camp Humphreys. Additional…
Posted by South of Seoul September 29, 2019
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