luckygrandmagk
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Reliable Real Estate Agencies by luckygrandmagk
I've recently contacted 2 real estate agencies asking questions about houses I've seen on their site. I was asking about the area that these homes were in. I got a very, non descriptive response from both of them. I asked both another ...
It can be stressful reading the reviews because you may have 3 people talking about the water at the beach of the resort and many who don't mention it. If it was that bad, why wasn't everyone complaining about it, right ? Anyway, yes it ... Read More
Reliable Real Estate Agencies by luckygrandmagk
I've recently contacted 2 real estate agencies asking questions about houses I've seen on their site. I was asking about the area that these homes were in. I got a very, non descriptive response from both of them. I asked both another ...
That makes a lot of sense, thank you. Read More
What happens to my estate in case of death? by luckygrandmagk
Hi all, I read somewhere that in the D.R., when you pass, half of your estate is taken by the government. Is this true ?
I like bobs second option. Maybe the same exact will in both countries, to protect myself and my family. Read More
Reliable Real Estate Agencies by luckygrandmagk
I've recently contacted 2 real estate agencies asking questions about houses I've seen on their site. I was asking about the area that these homes were in. I got a very, non descriptive response from both of them. I asked both another ...
Actually, i have another question. I often check resort and hotel reviews for their thoughts on the area. Some people in a resort on the beach in La Romana mentioned murky, brown beach water. Do you know anything about the water or that area ? Read More
Reliable Real Estate Agencies by luckygrandmagk
I've recently contacted 2 real estate agencies asking questions about houses I've seen on their site. I was asking about the area that these homes were in. I got a very, non descriptive response from both of them. I asked both another ...
First punta cana. Also.. from what I can see on the map, La Romana looks like its worth a look as well. Read More
Reliable Real Estate Agencies
I've recently contacted 2 real estate agencies asking questions about houses I've seen on their site. I was asking about the area that these homes were in. I got a very, non descriptive response from both of them. I asked both another ... Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Oh ok. Ill do mine later Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
I don't think I did either, is that important ? Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
He definitely does. I'm not happy that I prob. Wont get a brand new convertible but I'm going to find one close to new if it kills me lol Read More
What happens to my estate in case of death? by luckygrandmagk
Hi all, I read somewhere that in the D.R., when you pass, half of your estate is taken by the government. Is this true ?
I was wondering that too, thank you. Read More
What happens to my estate in case of death?
Hi all, I read somewhere that in the D.R., when you pass, half of your estate is taken by the government. Is this true ? Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
Love your post. Thank you Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
This sounds more stressful than tring to decide where my first visit should be lol Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
Does every expat have to take the steps for residency? What if we don't ? Do we eventually face deportation ? Read More
The absolute minimum in dollars to live in DR :) by Chady3475
I am living now in New York City (The Bronx) and I will be going to DR around Feb 2010. I will only have a steady income of US$900 per month. Can I make it there? I already live in a fairly rough neighborhood here so some crime is not an issue! Also ...
Does that adjustment on friday fluctuate by a lot or were just talking cents ? Read More
The absolute minimum in dollars to live in DR :) by Chady3475
I am living now in New York City (The Bronx) and I will be going to DR around Feb 2010. I will only have a steady income of US$900 per month. Can I make it there? I already live in a fairly rough neighborhood here so some crime is not an issue! Also ...
It actually does help. Thank you Read More
The absolute minimum in dollars to live in DR :) by Chady3475
I am living now in New York City (The Bronx) and I will be going to DR around Feb 2010. I will only have a steady income of US$900 per month. Can I make it there? I already live in a fairly rough neighborhood here so some crime is not an issue! Also ...
Anyone on this forum live there or have lived there at any point ? I would appreciate a comparison. For instance. Cable is almost 300. That's including a bunch of sports channels. Ele. Is 280., oil is 240.. Water is very cheap. Anything ? ... Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
I get it. Same here. Foreign cars are more expensive to repair. Thank you Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Oh no, it's not a tv program. Just a bunch of nice people making plans and inviting others with the same interest. That's why it's called meet up. They meet at a certain venue or beach or wherever. Anyway. .. Its nice. Read More
The absolute minimum in dollars to live in DR :) by Chady3475
I am living now in New York City (The Bronx) and I will be going to DR around Feb 2010. I will only have a steady income of US$900 per month. Can I make it there? I already live in a fairly rough neighborhood here so some crime is not an issue! Also ...
I hear a few people talk about Punta Cana being expensive. Can you give me an idea of what is expensive please ? Do they mean housing and utilities or food and clothing. Activities ? Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
Thank you, Glad I asked. Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
Thank you. If I ship, I have to hope nothing gets damage. Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ?
Thank you. I'm going to buy new so do they have the same makes and models they have in the u.s. ? Is that a silly question ? Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Hi, I don't know where your from but these meetings sound like a program that we have here in the U.S. called "Meet Up". Where people, well, meet up, talk, go out dancing, parties, movies, dinner, etc..There are hundreds of groups ... Read More
Shipping Services vs A New Purchase
Hi, I'm wondering which would be the best way to go on a new car purchase. Either purchase a car in the U.S. and have it shipped or buy when I get to the D.R.. Any tips ? Read More
The absolute minimum in dollars to live in DR :) by Chady3475
I am living now in New York City (The Bronx) and I will be going to DR around Feb 2010. I will only have a steady income of US$900 per month. Can I make it there? I already live in a fairly rough neighborhood here so some crime is not an issue! Also ...
Hi planner, i thought i did start new thread. Can you show me how please Read More
The absolute minimum in dollars to live in DR :) by Chady3475
I am living now in New York City (The Bronx) and I will be going to DR around Feb 2010. I will only have a steady income of US$900 per month. Can I make it there? I already live in a fairly rough neighborhood here so some crime is not an issue! Also ...
Hi everyone, I'm planning on buying myself a cute little convertible before I move to the D.R.. any suggestions on whether I should buy from the U.S. and have it shipped ? Or should I just wait until I get to the D.R. ? Also... how are the car ... Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :) by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ...
I will definitely look into it, thank you planner. Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :) by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ...
I agree. I have to put away 500. A month to make my taxes. Then another grand for utilities and car insurance. Not to mention food, gasoline, lawn maintenance, etc.. I've been wanted to leave NY my entire life but trying to get my entire ... Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :) by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ...
Ok, great, thanks.a little more advanced in that dept. Than expected. Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :) by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ...
What cable company do you have in the D.R. ? Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :) by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ...
I guess everyone's idea of expensive is different depending on where they are from. I live on Long Island in NY, its very expensive here. From what I'm learning about Punta Cana, it's very inexpensive. I've seen the prices of homes ... Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :) by luckygrandmagk
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ...
Yes, that's exactly what i planned on doing, staying for a while. I'm just looking for a place to start. Read More
Calling all Punta Cana Residents :)
Hi, I am in the planning process of retirement and am falling in love with Punta Cana. I will be coming from Long Island, NY. Will someone please tell me a little about what you know of the area ? Are they're any areas to stay away from ? Any ... Read More