isaacb20747
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
I accept the fault. I believe the realtor knew also which explains why he was hands off on helping me get the utilities. I enjoyed my six months there. I do not waste my money. Its funny, the realtor had another apartment for me to rent. He really ... Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
Hello Everyone What if someone lease or home payments end unexpectedly and they have to get out of their home or apartment and they have a ton of furniture to move, where can they put in storage until they locate another home? Also who will they ... Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
Hello everyone Well, my experience renting in DR speaking little to no Spanish will end in September. I thought my lease (verbally) was for a year, but on the contract it was only six months. I thought this was for proof of paying without a grantor, ... Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
Hello Everyone and thank you Rich for the information. The good thing is I do not mind toughing it out because it is a good way for me to learn the system. Hopefully we will run into each other here or in the DMV. Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
Okay. Thanks Planner and tinker40. Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
Hello Everyone Thanks for your input. After my second meeting with the realtor at the apartment where there was a water problem which did a little damage to the apartment. He said he would have it taken care of which was back in April. When I went ... Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR by isaacb20747
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ...
Hello Planner Thank you for your advice letting me know I may have to do most of if not all of the foot work in getting my utilities turned on. It is allowing me to learn the city and my area. Also meeting people at my apartment and around Santiago ... Read More
Renting speaking little to no Spanish in DR
Hello everyone. I have been visiting DR for the last 4 to 5 years and felt like this would be a nice place to retire or have a summer hangout. So, I decided to look into renting in the DR. I contacted a realtor for a apartment that had the right ... Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Hello Everyone Thanks for the reply. I am in a new apartment, no past tenant. I am in a complex renting. I would think everything is ready, Just as the planner said, I need to give them my information and deposit to switch on. My utilities are not ... Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Ok. I will be in Santo Domingo February 25 - March 2, then I go to Santiago. Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Thanks Planner Are you in Santo Domingo? If so, I will be there at the end of February before I go to Santiago. I would like to stay in my apartment when I return, but as you know, I need water and electric. If I can get the internet also. I am good. Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Yes. Whole Foods are in the Washington DC metro area Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Hello Everyone Finally just rented a apartment in Santiago. Good information to know about staying here. I will be here and US. I would like to have my water, electric and possibly internet turned on before I come back to DR. I am reaching out to my ... Read More
Buying property in Dominican Republic by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Dominican Republic ? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Dominican Republic ? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in ...
Thank you Bob K and Planner for the feedback. I feel the same way, it suppose to be completed October 2018 and they have not started construction. Read More
Buying property in Dominican Republic by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Dominican Republic ? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Dominican Republic ? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in ...
Hello Everyone. Bob K and planner, I need your feedback on the response I receive from a realtor about construction on a new apartment development. It is suppose to be completed October 2018. My question had to do with failed project, refund and ... Read More
Buying property in Dominican Republic by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Dominican Republic ? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Dominican Republic ? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in ...
Hello Bob K, planner and everyone else here. I am come to DR at least three times a year. I have looked at renting and buying here. I heard buying in the planning phase is better, but thanks to the post here, I need to beware. I like living in ... Read More
starting a business in the Dominican Republic by richewert
Good Morning, i am interested in starting a business in the Dominican Republic with a local resident, my question will there be a lot of legal issues that would surround doing a joint venture with a local person, and using my USA corporation as a ...
I will do that. Let me know the problem. When I am not there, I also give free advice. I do not charge for every call. It is just good customer service. The business will come. My email address is ibrown@ilbrownpcrepair.com. Anyone there who is ... Read More
starting a business in the Dominican Republic by richewert
Good Morning, i am interested in starting a business in the Dominican Republic with a local resident, my question will there be a lot of legal issues that would surround doing a joint venture with a local person, and using my USA corporation as a ...
Hello everyone. I know it has been a minute since I last communicated here, but I have a home-base pc repair business here in the US and most of my business is from word of mouth. So basically You need a laptop or desktop repaired or upgraded, I ... Read More
Renting a house or apartment
Hello everyone. I know we have spoke before and I was thinking of renting a house in Santiago. The people I spoke with for the house said I will need three payments. Two for the deposit ( refundable) and one payment non-refunded. Someone I know in ... Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
Thanks for your input. I am in no rush. Having to much fun being single again. Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
Hello everyone Yes, I expect it will be her, mom, little sister and her baby. So, most marriages there are packages deals. Well, I will probably just be friends and remain the lone ranger. I still have my son who is going to the air force and my ... Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
Hello. Thanks for the responses. I am older, about 20 years which she said she had no problem with. I agree, to check her out for a year or more being married before. I notice some things I did not agree with my first wife, and I did it anyway. Big ... Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
Hello Bob and everyone here. It has been a long time since I responded here. This topic has just been placed on my table. I have met a very nice lady in Santiago who really loves me and want to marry me. She has everything I like in a woman I would ... Read More
Dominican Republic Retirement Program by isaacb20747
I would like to start the process for the Dominican Republic Retirement Program. Can I start the process here in Washington DC or do I need to start the process in Dominican Republic? What are the steps for retiring in Dominican Republic? Are the ...
Thanks Bob. Yes, I plan to live, work and retire in the Dominican Republic. I will get the process started here and let you know of the progress. Thanks everyone on your input. It has been very helpful. Read More
Dominican Republic Retirement Program by isaacb20747
I would like to start the process for the Dominican Republic Retirement Program. Can I start the process here in Washington DC or do I need to start the process in Dominican Republic? What are the steps for retiring in Dominican Republic? Are the ...
So, when I am ready to rent, this is when I apply for residency. Read More
Dominican Republic Retirement Program by isaacb20747
I would like to start the process for the Dominican Republic Retirement Program. Can I start the process here in Washington DC or do I need to start the process in Dominican Republic? What are the steps for retiring in Dominican Republic? Are the ...
Hello Ramon. Thank you for clearing that up for me. I think I am going to go with you on the steps I need to take. Since I am not retired, then I will live in Dominican Republic as a renter. I plan to go back to Santiago in june. The first thing I ... Read More
Dominican Republic Retirement Program by isaacb20747
I would like to start the process for the Dominican Republic Retirement Program. Can I start the process here in Washington DC or do I need to start the process in Dominican Republic? What are the steps for retiring in Dominican Republic? Are the ...
I just spoke with a lady here in Washington DC at the Dominican Republic Embassy and she said if I am not actually retired, I cannot apply for the retirement application for residency in Dominican Republic. She said I can apply to invest or start a ... Read More
Dominican Republic Retirement Program
I would like to start the process for the Dominican Republic Retirement Program. Can I start the process here in Washington DC or do I need to start the process in Dominican Republic? What are the steps for retiring in Dominican Republic? Are the ... Read More
Open a online (internet) bank account with Popular Bank.
Thank you. I will get the letter. I guess have to wait until my next trip to open a account. Read More
Open a online (internet) bank account with Popular Bank.
They say I need a letter from my bank, but what information is needed on the letter? Read More