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9.3

Kassy

Oeiras, Cascais, Lisbon, Si...
9.3 for quality
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Kassy, the incredibly helpful and smart personal assistant, made my work life so much easier.
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9.7

Marta

Remote / online
9.7 for quality
French
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Marta from Simplify makes my life easier by managing all my personal and business affairs remotely.

Expat Experiences you can learn from

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Filipe

Paris on Dec 2024

Kassy recently worked with us for a week as a personal assistant for our research project at Science Po, and she was very helpful. She helped us with the organization of interviews and a trip to Brussels we were planning, which saved us a lot of time. Kassy is very organized and serious about her work, and I appreciated her energy and communication skills. She speaks Portuguese well, has a good level of English, and quickly learned what was needed without much explanation. Having known her from Brazil, I can say she's expressive and she also learns fast. Overall, she made the whole process smoother for us.

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Patrick

Lisbon on Sep 2024

I've been using Simplify for a while now and Marta has been an absolute lifesaver. As an expat, it was daunting to manage everything but she handles my lease, medical stuff, car registration, and even finds lawyers when needed. She's incredibly efficient at coordinating house maintenance too – I don't have to lift a finger. Despite working remotely, communication is seamless; we stay in touch via WhatsApp and she's always quick to respond and on top of everything. Highly recommend her services if you're looking for a reliable PA!

10

Jeff

Lisbon on Dec 2024

I've been working with Kassy for about seven or eight months now, and she's been a huge help with all kinds of things. She finds pet carers for my dog and veterinarians, which is a big relief. Kassy also assists me with help for visa document collection, finances, and taxes. On the personal side, she helps me find dinner spots and caterers, books trips like my recent one to Douro, and plans travel details. She arranges things like getting an electrician when I needed one at my apartment. When I'm away, she waters my plants too! Communication is great, we are able to communicate through WhatsApp messages and occasional calls; she's very trustworthy and usually early for everything.

10

Hadas

Lisbon on Sep 2024

Since moving to Portugal a year and a half ago, Marta from Simplify has been an absolute lifesaver for me. She's taken care of all the admin and bureaucracy, from the mountain of paperwork involved in our move, to organizing our wedding, and even setting up dentist appointments. No task is too big for her; if she doesn't have an immediate solution, she'll find one or connect you with someone who does. Beyond her professional capabilities, Marta's genuine caring nature makes her stand out—she's so easy to relate to. I trust her completely with everything that needs to be done. Honestly, if it were possible, I'd have her on my team full time. She is just amazing!

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Jaime

Sintra on Sep 2024

When I moved to Sintra from the US, finding Marta was a stroke of luck. She's not just an expert in handling all things Portuguese, but she brings such positive energy and support that goes beyond paperwork. Having her around made the daunting transition so much smoother and culturally enriching. She's more than just a service provider from Simplify; she's become like family, bridging the gap between professional assistance and personal care. I recently took Marta out for lunch to express my gratitude because she truly deserves it—she's incredibly reliable, almost like a guardian angel for us. I trust her implicitly; she's even my son's emergency contact and holds spare keys to our house! Her commitment is unparalleled, pouring her heart into everything she does for us. Losing her would be unthinkable; she’s irreplaceable in our lives.

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Aleksandra

Lisbon on Dec 2024

I recently worked with Kassy as my personal assistant, and she was incredibly helpful. I can wholeheartedly recommend her because she's not only smart but also proactive in offering advice on improving work processes and managing my schedule. She introduced me to a new program that I now use regularly, which has been a game changer. Kassy is extremely hardworking and always completed tasks on time, often taking on more than I initially asked for. She was consistently available whenever I needed assistance, making her support invaluable.

Do's

Do Ask for references or testimonials from past students

Do Verify the teacher's flexibility in accommodating scheduling changes

Do Ensure the teacher uses a variety of materials and methods to suit your learning style

Do Confirm their punctuality and professional communication skills

Do Check if the lessons are tailored to individual needs and learning levels

Dont's

Don't Accept verbal promises without getting them in writing

Don't Overlook the importance of trial lessons to assess compatibility

Don't Ignore diverse and tailored materials that match learning styles

Don't Underestimate the value of teacher punctuality and reliability

Don't Choose based solely on price without considering teaching quality and experience

Why we created Locallista?

As expats, we understand how overwhelming it can be to settle into a new city, where even simple tasks become difficult without a network, complicated by language barriers and cultural differences. That’s why we created Locallista — a closed platform where expats connect with trusted service providers recommended by the community, ensuring clear communication in English or their native languages, making life easier.