Pat
@ecuachic54
American expat wishing to go back to
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About me
American
Lives in Tampa, Florida, United States
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 24 September 2012
About
I lived in Ecuador for 15 years but have now moved back to the U.S. I still own a house in Quito that I am trying to sell. There are plenty of options. Possible owner financing. Phone is 001 256 695 8749. Facebook Messenger: Patsy Flippo Smith Email: psmith8264@aol.com
My expat journey
Tampa, Florida, USA
Love the sunny weather and beautiful beaches.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Building a home
Writing articles on Life in Ecuador
Real Estate Investor- Buy, Remodel and/or build houses
Travel Writer and Photographer
So much to see and do. Modern and Old Styles mixed together all around the city.
I do need to be careful when I'm out to make sure I'm not the subject of a robbery. But now there are only very few places where I feel I would really be unsafe to go. (Mostly places out at night)
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
Remodeling a home. Still needs some work but now up for sale. 001-256-695-8749 or email: psmith8264@aol.com
Esmeraldas, Ecuador
Bought a hotel on the beach, remodeled the hotel then lived there and managed the hotel for 5 years before putting it up for sale.
Very tropical with all of the coconut palms and fruit trees. Beaches are more private except for Carnaval and holidays.
The majority of the people treat americans different in their prices. They feel americans are rich therefore they should be obligated to pay higher prices. There are also more home and street robberies here than I've found in other parts of Ecuador
USA
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Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
Why doesnt anyone talk about the North coast of Ecuador?Am 78. Don't like hot? Temps there? Humidity? Can one rent a half-decent place for $300? My social sec'y is only $1005 a month. Internet? Are there any fishing villages there? Do not like ... Read More
I'm surprised there's not a single topic on dating in Ecuador by Garick
Hi, there. Do you guys date Ecuadorians? Any tips or suggestions? Any fun stories to tell? I'm visiting soon on a mission to explore Ecuador as my semi retirement destination. So, naturally, I'm quite curious about your dating experience there. ...
No Scubadooo1. The person who sent you the scathing response was not representative of all expats. I've met many wonderful people here who have come from the U.S. and I know a few from several other countries. Most expats are just like people you ... Read More
Bank Loans!! What a nightmare!! by ecuachic54
I've had a buyer for my hotel for about 2 1/2 years now. We have been working with Banco Fomento and it's been a nightmare. They will only review one thing at a time. If there is an error on a paper they will give us one thing to correct. When ...
Hi William, I appreciate you taking time to answer my post. Yes, I live here in Ecuador and personally keep in touch with the bank's employees involved in this loan. My buyer and I make trips every 3 months to personally meet with the bank to review ... Read More
Bank Loans!! What a nightmare!! by ecuachic54
I've had a buyer for my hotel for about 2 1/2 years now. We have been working with Banco Fomento and it's been a nightmare. They will only review one thing at a time. If there is an error on a paper they will give us one thing to correct. When ...
Yes, The buyer is Ecuadorian. So far he has submitted over 150 pages of requirements. If we had another place to go we would move the loan but after all we've done so far, we can't quit now. Read More
The unofficial web page of the greater Cuenca expat community by Nards Barley
I designate this thread as the unofficial web page for the Cuenca Expat community. I also designate myself as the unoffical spokesperson. It is actually a continuation of my non-blog, but I wanted to elevate my status in the wake of the continued ...
I'm curious about how the spanish ap worked for you. I'd like to work on my pronunciation but there aren't any courses near me that I want to sign up for. I'd prefer something I could work on at home. Read More
I'm surprised there's not a single topic on dating in Ecuador by Garick
Hi, there. Do you guys date Ecuadorians? Any tips or suggestions? Any fun stories to tell? I'm visiting soon on a mission to explore Ecuador as my semi retirement destination. So, naturally, I'm quite curious about your dating experience there. ...
Hi Garick, I've dated some here but there are so many men who want to go out with me just because I'm american that I am very wary now of all ecuadorian men. Most people here think all american people are rich. If they marry an american they will ... Read More
Bank Loans!! What a nightmare!!
I've had a buyer for my hotel for about 2 1/2 years now. We have been working with Banco Fomento and it's been a nightmare. They will only review one thing at a time. If there is an error on a paper they will give us one thing to correct. When ... Read More