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He complained about how expensive things were and how he had spent so much money on basic living expenses. I was shocked by his words and, as we spoke, I realized he had made the same mistakes that so many other foreigners make when moving to Ho Chi Minh City. There is no substitute for experience moving to a new city or country, and there is no question that Vietnam can be a cheap place to live. However, without such experience, it’s easy to miss out on Vietnam’s budget-friendly options.  Ho Chi Minh City, from my own perspective as a long-time resident, is a tale of the ‘dual economy.’ On one side, there is the luxury and convenience of predominately Western-style living. On the other side is a combination of Vietnamese-style living with a modern twist. Chefs are pictured preparing seafood in a buffet restaurant at a hotel in District 5, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Dong Nguyen / Tuoi Tre News Here is everything you need to know about setting yourself up as a newcome...