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New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022

gasmithlaw

@Julien I would like to live in the Dominican Republic a few months out of the year in the future.  I am 61.  I practice law.  I love being active.  My children are grown and I am single.

ExpatRusher
@gasmithlaw

Welcome to the Forums!  My wife are doing exactly as you want to do.

We obtained DR residency with the help of Abrogada Lishali Baez (she also goes by Lilly).  Do a search on the site for her contact info. 

>> We HIGHLY recommend Lishali.  She rescued our application after another lawyer bollixed it all up. 

As far as where you snowbird -- take your time and try multiple locations before you decide on a long-term location. 

My strongest advice is to be VERY aware of local proclivities.  Some neighborhoods and resorts are party central, with lots of VERY loud music at all hours. 

If you don't mind the noise, that's fine.  But if you do, be sure to verify the nose situation before you ink a contract, not after.

Best

Jim
planner
Welcome to the forums!   Lots of great info and great people on here.
pattymor74
@Julien


Hi everyone. My family is here in the forum to read and learn.  We will be visiting the country this year. Before I ask questions I’ll take the time read the posts first.
planner
Welcome to the forums!!!! Any questions ask in the various threads or create your own thread.
revolver83
ciaoo thz!!!
planner
Is that your way of introducing yourself???
dolphinzsplash
Hello,

I have just retired and I live in Northern California. I met a young man on a dating site which gave me the opportunity to visit your country. Not sure of his true intentions but with this forum I hope to learn a lot.
Ivana RJ
Hello everyone, I am Ivana, I am Serbian and my husband is Dominican. I've already lived in DR for about half a year in 2016. Now in France, but with the possibility that a job takes us to DR. This is why I want to explore more, as times have changed, and also this time we would go to a different location (Las Galeras probably this time). So, for anyone having advice about Las Galeras I am reading! For specific questions, I will post in dedicated forum topics.
planner
Welcome to the forums!  We.keep this thread for introductions and welcomes.

Lots of great info throughout the forums.  Ask questions and start a thread as needed!
planner
We will not tolerate these types of comments in the welcome and introduction thread.  They are off topic and offensive to many.  Comment removed!
rfmaurone
@planner

Was it the long comments that “trashed” all things in the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴? If it was I read the Manifesto and concluded it that was his experience I will respect his opinion. That being said, my experience is 180 degrees from his. I looked for the good in people and I found it. I could write a 1000 words on the good I found.  Lastly please I understand I am  no snow flake or goodie two shoes. I volunteer in a prison and work with men who have committed some of the worst crimes ever. Yet I know the difference better bad people and bad acts. The Dominican Republic is a beautiful place with an overwhelming amount of people who do the right thing.  Love to all
ddmcghee

@rfmaurone Let's keep this thread focused on intros, please! The post under review is one of many from the poster that violated the code of conduct.

planner
Again introduction and welcome
rfmaurone

@ddmcghee fair enough, I apologize

ddmcghee

@Roryzion Please keep this thread to introductions and welcomes only! Your comments are welcome on the other relevant threads.

matthewsomeday127

@Julien New to the forum. I'd been to the DR many, many times years ago but my travels had taken me elsewhere. I'm planning on returning at some point. I've backpacked all over the world, including South America, Europe and Thailand. I've played the piano, both classical and standard in many places in America, as well as other countries and had done numerous piano competitions as well. I'm sure the DR's changed and I'm eager to learn as much as I can from the helpful posts here on the forum.

ddmcghee

@matthewsomeday127 Welcome! Read through the pinned threads first, then the rest of the topics. If you have other questions, feel free to start a new topic!

planner
Welcome to the forums! 
camptaji04


My name is Kenneth Tyler and new to this site, considering relocating to Santo Domingo. I am retired military and now i try to write books. I was speaking to a real estate professional and he mentioned having  a guarantor will help in the rental process. How do i find one?
planner
Welcome to the forums!  That's am interesting dilemma for others too. I will start a thread so we. Keep this thread for welcomes
Pierre The Bear
Hello all.

My wife is from the DR and we live near Toronto. We bought a house in Cabarete [already built] and we take possession at the end of October. We are looking to buy household items in Canada and ship them. We need 4 wall mounted AC, four ceiling fans, an electric system to open the car gate and a security system.

Are we better to bring these items from Canada or to find the items and installation in the DR? Do we have  to pay taxes on what we bring in? My wife of course is a resident and I will have my DR residency?

Thanks for all the help.
planner
Welcome to the forums!  I will invite you to start a thread
You have asked great questions and will get more responses outside of this thread! 
planner
And I see you did just that!
Daniel Fincher
Hi everyone!

My story is probably a familiar one...I'm a 100% disabled veteran looking to gain a little more leverage on my fixed income. I've read up on the Philippines, Costa Rica, and Dominican Republic mainly, with the DR currently feeling like the best option.

I'm currently located near North Carolina's Outer Banks, and visited Haiti in 2004 (though I didn't get to explore or enjoy much). Maybe this makes DR feel more realistic to me.

I'm honestly just getting started with all this, but I need a total change and the more I hear the more reasonable it feels.

The information and energy in this forum went a long way to solidifying this decision, so I signed up and stopped to say hi. Hearing from real people that have made it happen and are living it cuts right through the uncertainty of it all, which is SO helpful!

Anyway, nice to meet you all, and I look forward to making this place a regular part of my relocation.
planner
Thank you for your post and nice comments!  I hope you find all the information you need!  Lots to read and as always feel free to start a thread!

Welcome to the forums!
jetta2013

@Julien  hi am thanks for the welcome

rfmaurone
Welcome 🤗
pablo1006
@Julien

Hello all

My wife and i came here to the north coast in 1991 as tourists.

In the same year i came back to found our first company cause at that time as a stranger only allowed to purchase up to 2000 sqm.

So we bought 95 acres of stunning ocean view property where we started to work as pioneers of eco tourism.

Now, 31 years later we decided to sell parts of our property.  20.000 to 250.000 sqm land apted for a ocean view villas project or an eco hotel up on the hill.
planner
Welcome to the forums. On your other post I have requested you place an ad in the classified section. Sounds like an interesting project.
mrbreal55
Hello I’m Bill and my first time to join the forum. I’ve been visiting the DR for years. I’m finally able to look for a home or villa. I’m planning on buying a vehicle soon. I’m looking forward to getting to know people here.
planner
Welcome to the forums!!!! Lots of info here for you. If you don't find the subjects you are looking for, start a thread! 
rfmaurone
Welcome, lots of good advice here. In the end you make a decision that works for you.  Again welcome
polo1club
Hi I am Polo1club from Las Vegas, I will be retiring next year (fingers crossed) and will be in the Santo Domingo area. I am familiar with the country and speak the language so I have a little advantage. Been traveling there since I was a kid. My plan is to have an apartment in the city and a little country home in the Finca. I have been learning so much from you guys Thank you so much!
planner
Awesome, welcome to the forums!  Glad we can help!
SEP88
Good morning everyone,

I’m American born and raised, my parents are from the Dominican Republic and I was wanting to know. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having Dual Citizenship with the Dominican Republic?
planner
Welcome to the forums!  I will ask you to create a topic and we can all respond. We try to keep this thread for welcomes and introductions. 

We will be happy to help you!
Garcia111
Hi everyone! Glad to join the forum. Buying a condo in Cap Cana.  In need of a handyman /painter that anyone can recommend. 
planner
Welcome to the forums Garcia111.  Lots of great info here. Your best to open a thread and ask for referrals specific to that are honey
polo1club

@Garcia111 I have an excellent Maestro if you like his number. But he does not speak English!

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