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Dominican Republic Taxes by Adalharis

HiHope everyone is doing well. Can somebody help/guide us how do you your taxes when you live our DR but bought a property in the DR. We bough a house in Terrenas Saman谩 and put it in Airbnb (which is providing some income). We furnished the ...

Thank you everyone, @planner we are clear that we have to pay taxes in the DR and that's why we are asking for some guidance, but we really need to know how do you do it in the Dominican Republic? We've already paid the property taxes in DGII (we ... Read More

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Dominican Republic Taxes

HiHope everyone is doing well. Can somebody help/guide us how do you your taxes when you live our DR but bought a property in the DR. We bough a house in Terrenas Saman谩 and put it in Airbnb (which is providing some income). We furnished the ... Read More

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What you can and can't buy in the DR by wondering9

So I'm downsizing prior to the move, and curious about what kinds of household items will be easy to replace locally and what you might want to bring with you and/or might find yourself ordering from Amazon later. Does anyone have opinions or ...

Hi, we have bought a place in Samana, bought couple things in the USA but many or most stuff bought it there. DR has EVERYTHING.If you go to Sto Dgo (The Capital) they have plenty stores for that: IKEA is a big one, Almacenes Unidos, Cuesta, I can ... Read More

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ScotiaBank by Xenchu

Has anyone been asked by ScotiaBank to provide their US tax statements to the bank? We've gone there a few times and they give us a hard time about needing this. I was born in DR, but am a US citizen and live there now, but obviously have an account ...

@Xenchu Scotiabank was HORRIBLE!!!! The worst bank I've ever seen. Can't tell you enough to stay away from them if you can. We had a really bad experience when applying for our mortgage. We understand banks are way slower in DR compare to US, but ... Read More

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Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson

Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels

@ddmcgheeYeah that was the deposit "Fianza" as they call it. Apparently is 15K for owners of that new apartment complex. Read More

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Electric Company in Terrenas Samana by Adalharis

Does anybody know how much cost to apply for an electricity contract in Terrenas Samana, with Luz y Fuerza company?They are telling as 15K for an apt in a new complex in Terrenas, and said that this is what it will be for all owners in the ...

@ddmcgheeOh Ok, thank you for letting us know. I guess it went up double in 2 years. Thank you Read More

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Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson

Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels

@ddmcgheeHi how are you. What is the average cost to open a new electricity contract in Luz y Fuerza in Terrenas? Is 15K too much or Ok?Its an apt complex and we just bough ours there.Thank you :) Read More

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Electric Company in Terrenas Samana

Does anybody know how much cost to apply for an electricity contract in Terrenas Samana, with Luz y Fuerza company?They are telling as 15K for an apt in a new complex in Terrenas, and said that this is what it will be for all owners in the ... Read More

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Air Conditioner by Gman123

I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?

@ddmcgheeHi who do you use to buy your split system in Terrenas, would you be able to give as an average price on total you spend in the split units plus installation? and was the company in Terrenas and the installer? We are at that point where we ... Read More

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Need a Management Company or person for our villa by NMoose

Hi, Our villa will final be completed! We will be initially renting it on AirBnb and looking for recommendations from ya all in terms of an individual or company that can manage it on our behalf. THis is in Sosua.Thanks.

Hi, Our villa will final be completed! We will be initially renting it on AirBnb and looking for recommendations from ya all in terms of an individual or company that can manage it on our behalf. THis is in Sosua. Thanks. -@NMooseHi ... Read More

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Best Internet Provider in Las Terrenas (New Bldg)

Hi, we are buying an apt in Las terrenas near Punta Poppy, we wonder can any of you recommend a internet good provider in that area? We are buying it for vacation purpose and to rent it (RBNb or any short rent).I鈥檓 Many thanks in advance ! Read More

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House Insurance New Property in DR

Can anybody in the forum advise and let me know if you her anything of the following insurances, bank is suggesting:1) Sura2) Seguros CrecerThank you Read More

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Planning to Invest Terrenas Samana by Adalharis

Hi Everyone, can anybody give me and my husband a quick overview of the rental (RBNb) % ocuppation in Terrenas. We are in the process of buying a condo, to visit 1 or 2 times a year then rent it or RBNb for the rest of the year. We just want to ...

@MTPinCCa Hey thank you this is good to know, I look at that site then. Read More

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Planning to Invest Terrenas Samana by Adalharis

Hi Everyone, can anybody give me and my husband a quick overview of the rental (RBNb) % ocuppation in Terrenas. We are in the process of buying a condo, to visit 1 or 2 times a year then rent it or RBNb for the rest of the year. We just want to ...

@ddmcghee Thank you so much for your clear response. That's really true everyone we asked about rentability or occupancy % says its between 40 to 50% even 60% throughout the year. The water problem is news for us, but I know about the flooded areas. ... Read More

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Planning to Invest Terrenas Samana

Hi Everyone, can anybody give me and my husband a quick overview of the rental (RBNb) % ocuppation in Terrenas. We are in the process of buying a condo, to visit 1 or 2 times a year then rent it or RBNb for the rest of the year. We just want to ... Read More

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New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...

Hi Everyone, can anybody give me and my husband a quick overview of the rental (RBNb) % ocuppation in Terrenas. We are in the process of buying a condo, to visit 1 or 2 times a yeat then rent it or RBNb for the rest of the year.Thank you all in ... Read More

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Mortages In DR by NMoose