mbarlow
American expat in Belize
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Registration: 13 September 2015
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
There are people who make dwellings out of their shipping containers. If you're handy with a cutting torch and a bit of welding you probably have it made. I did not, however speak of the shipping containers...I don't think??? I did read ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
Wish I had known about Medjets beforehand, and the insurance. Husband was in Regeonal Hospital in David, Panama with pneumonia. His condition declined, so I decided on a 'hail Mary' and did a net search on medical evacuation services. ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
Where was the hyperbole, Katzgar? Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
I had experience with the Canadian medical evacuation. It was outrageously expensive, but less expensive than the US evacuation service. The US evacuation was $125,000, where the Canadian was $40,000. Very expensive, right? The Canadian ... Read More
building a house at consejo shores by tonyest01
hi . my son and I bought a nice lot in this subdivision and will be building a house in the next year or so. trying to decide between menonite prefabs or on sight construction. any ideas? best builders?
There is a man named "Leslie" who is supposed to be a pretty good builder. He finished the tile work in my house in Mayan Seaside and did well with that. I don't remember his last name, or if Leslie was his last name. I have not ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
I'm so sorry Brownsand. The posts got jumbled up for me with other topics, and I was addressing someone else in this forum, not realizing where I was, so part of the responsibility is mine. Then people started responding to what I posted, and ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Please send a private email if you wish to discuss this further. Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Can't discuss this here. This is about moving either back to the US or back to Belize. I have been admonished. Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
I'm sorry for my degree of culpability in changing the focus of this post, but I was not sure if you meant moving back to the states, to Canada, or to Belize. It was changed many times. Too, on my computer, the posts blur and I never know what ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Yes, terrific. Exactly. But it sounds soooo ideal, doesn't it. "Can't we all just get along?" Well, nope. That's the nature of things. Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Actually, who I responded to, and who replied, was "BilldoesBelize." Are there 2 Bills? :/ Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Thus far, BillinBelize has been polite. Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Don't know. Haven't been there for a month. Have matters here in OR to attend to right now. When I left, the road was smoothed out and traverse-able. First good rain and it goes to slop, though. Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
http://www.politifact.com/punditfact/statements/2014/apr/28/andrew-napolitano/napolitano-washington-lacks-constitutional-right-o/ The battle of the websites goes on, and on, and on, and on! Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
If so, then the Supreme Court has transgressed the constitution, and should be impeached. The reason for not allowing the federal government to own property is that it can create a dictatorship, which was not the intent of the founders or the ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Oh my goodness! No I did not mean to empugn ALL Canadians or even all Canadians living in Belize! The person in question had been referred to as 'the Canadian', and at that, the disgruntled Canadian. First I do not know all Canadians, and ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Thanks Terrific. Yours is one of the more sane responses I have received. I'm wondering if the Canadian's goal is to keep Belize down in population such that it doesn't outgrow it's small citizenry. Not a bad idea, but to find the ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
SPmQQse No, it would NOT be great to have a world covered in communism as each of us was granted life on this planet, and the right of individual expression. Only dictatorships of a power elite cares to have a global communism state, as they like ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
You asked some questions. I'll try to answer. MBAROW.. do you ask about the town..hattieville...or are you asking about the prison... hattieville...aprox 1400-1500 people hattieville prison....aprox. 1400-1500So, it looks like the town is ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Were not trespassing. Again, Government is NOT allowed to own according to the Constitution. Ports, Forts, and 10 Sq mi surrounding Washington DC. Can not go into detail on this at this time as my computer keeps flipping out. Public means ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
SPmQQse, Then we ought to create one, using statistics for each area and not just make general statements concerning the entire country. For example, in Consejo, (not the shores) where I live, we have very little crime, but we are a very tiny spot ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Public land IS NOT government land. The only land allowed for government to own in the USA are ports, forts, and the 10 sq miles surrounding Washington DC, according to the supreme law of the land, the constitution. Is Belize different? Can ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
I'm not sure if I should be addressing this topic here. Is there no more private email in this forum? Why are my answers being erased in this forum? Why, when I click on the envelope, am I taken to a blurb on Ecuador? Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Seriously? Have you been following the Bundy/ Finicum/ Hammond events? This is not the place to talk about this, but you need to become aware. Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
I checked back through my posts. I don't know where your comment came from? I don't think I've talked about this topic here. Are you talking about the public land over near Burns, Oregon? If so, when did I ever discuss that here? Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Ok, ok. I did want to put in 2 cents worth in favor of Belize, however. I am not a professional, however I did move my possessions to Belize two times now. Both times went fine. My neighbors moved their things via pickup truck plus a small ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Whatever. I'm entering my 5th year in Belize without incident. I'm happy with my home and my neighbors. Not the case in the USA. I'm visiting in the US right now, and this place disgusts me. For the most part the government of ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
You want to see corruption, go to the USA. The US government will take public lands, then try to take rancher's land, and if the ranchers try to fight, the FBI and State police will kill them and stream it live over the internet! My thoughts ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Your post is not what this forum is about. I know of no country clear Read More
Crime in Belize by suspend6
Hi All, I guess it is a common practice to sugar-coat all the material promoting the benefits of living in a certain place. But Google also revealed some ugly crime stories and statistics. What are the experiences of those who have made the move, ...
Belize population 330,000. Crime is 121 incidents out of that. That means the total crime rate for last year was .037%. That's pretty low odds, folks. Too, is the crimes created by Belize, or are they folks from Guatemala, Honduras, or ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
Hahahaha! Reviewing my post about why I am here, I need to make a correction. Please eliminate the last two sentences on my post from your mind. I don't know what in the world I was trying to say! "As long as the people of Belize are ... Read More
Crime in Belize by suspend6
Hi All, I guess it is a common practice to sugar-coat all the material promoting the benefits of living in a certain place. But Google also revealed some ugly crime stories and statistics. What are the experiences of those who have made the move, ...
Did you have an issue with my comment? Read More
Crime in Belize by suspend6
Hi All, I guess it is a common practice to sugar-coat all the material promoting the benefits of living in a certain place. But Google also revealed some ugly crime stories and statistics. What are the experiences of those who have made the move, ...
Wow. I wrote this big long reply to you, and when I tried to insert a special character, the whole email disappeared! I'll try to shorten my response. I don't mean to be curt, only a little less wordy. 1. I also moved here a little over ... Read More
Mennonite homes by scottemmert
Hey everyone does anyone know current prices on Mennonite homes? Everything i find is from years ago, has anyone recently bought one? Any advice you have? Thanks in advance!!
Yes, I went with screens and shutters as well and have no regrets for having done it. Should have installed even more, but what I have is good. Skylights would have been a good idea for my place, too. I'm in the Consejo area. Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
Quick note: Thank you, Southernsis and Renegadediver. It has always been my intention to be helpful and true to my own experience. I have not had then intention to insult or hurt anyone. 'Bye all. :) Happy posting. Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
I'll not post in here any further. It got way too political for my comfort zone. Read More
building a house at consejo shores by tonyest01
hi . my son and I bought a nice lot in this subdivision and will be building a house in the next year or so. trying to decide between menonite prefabs or on sight construction. any ideas? best builders?
Build with block, I totally agree. There'll be far fewer problems. Read More
building a house at consejo shores by tonyest01
hi . my son and I bought a nice lot in this subdivision and will be building a house in the next year or so. trying to decide between menonite prefabs or on sight construction. any ideas? best builders?
I suggest that you NOT go with Mennonite construction. When you're back, come visit me. I'm at #40 Mayan Seaside, the subdivision across Consejo Road from you. Mennonite construction is interesting as far as the cost of construction quote, ... Read More
Road work
Possibly but I wouldn't hold my breath. We have been waiting for years for our road to be properly done here in Consejo, and the people even offered to fund it. It was a no-go unless the people turned all over all of the money to a local ... Read More
Driving to Belize in February... by TexItalian
From Austin, Texas. Mid/late February, in my Tacoma truck. Will have room for 1-2 people, would like to share costs. Prefer people used to drive manual (stickshift) vehicles. Also, if anyone else is driving their vehicle down around that time, ...
Just a heads up. If your truck is 2013 or newer, you will be paying $500 USD to Mexico to travel through. If your truck is 2010 up to 2013, you will be paying $300 USD to travel through Mexico. Ugh! It's awful. I think that was the age span ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
You do realize that I have visited the emergency room here in Corozal and was treated professionally and affordable. Don't care about American Airlines. Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
1. There is no crime in my community. Zero. 2. The economy does not matter a hill of beans to me. I live on a Social Security check, which I CANNOT DO in the USA. 3. I found US medical to be a sham. Medicare takes $100 out of my SS check ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
Katzgar This Forum is for people who live in Belize sharing information with people who care to move here. It is not a place for you to 'puff' about your perceptions. We answer questions as best and directly as we can. That's it. This ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
If you are speaking of the US being prosperous, that's not what I've experienced and what the stats are showing. Canadians are actually more prosperous than US people! People are leaving the US because the job and business sectors are ... Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here by mbarlow
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama
Prosperous low cost country? If you're speaking of Canada, ok. If you're speaking of the USA, it is neither prosperous or low cost. Read More
How things are in the States is why many of us are here
How things are in the States is why many of us are here or Panama Read More
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
There are four, maybe five houses in my community that were built by Mennonites. All have major problems. They did not properly cure the wood and as a result we have wood borers in all of our houses. They used green lumber where they should have ... Read More
Ferry Service by dsewell708
Does anyone know if there is currently any regular ferry service between Punta Gorda and Livingston Guatemala??
Yes, I could do that, and on through San Ignacio, to Belmopan, and on down and around to Corozal. I was just checking my options. Read More
Ferry Service by dsewell708
Does anyone know if there is currently any regular ferry service between Punta Gorda and Livingston Guatemala??
My problem: I need to enter Belize from the south as I am bringing my household goods in a van from Panama. Don't know which way to enter. Also need to find a bilingual to accompany me to facilitate border crossings. I speak 'pigeon' ... Read More
Ferry Service by dsewell708
Does anyone know if there is currently any regular ferry service between Punta Gorda and Livingston Guatemala??
Don't know. Haven't heard of any, but it sure would be nice! Read More
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
In Corozal province, none to my knowledge. Septic systems are not all that complex in Belize, however. We do have one windmill guy in my neighborhood and one off grid house in Smuggler's Cove, but none that have gone the house to container ... Read More
Retiring in Belize or Costa Rica and having HIV by dannpalmer6771
I am approaching retirement age, and have initiated a search for a residence overseas. I am quite eager to make this decision, but suddenly realize that my medical condition my prohibit me living in Belize or other Central American countries. I ...
But if you obtain dual citizenship, you are not taxed in the USA. Read More
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
Wiebe's crew. As did the house, much larger than mine, down the street and around the corner. I think he comes out of a place called 'Shipyard.' I wish you good fortune in your undertaking. Be certain to get the underside of your ... Read More
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
My house was constructed 3 years ago. I was not as fortunate as you. Read More
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
Mennonite houses: Most are o.k. I happened to get a group that was not ok, as did my neighbor. Put everything into writing, consult with an attorney, be sure to include a means to deal with grievances. Monitor every aspect of the building. Watch ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Well, let me know if I can be helpful in some way. I still have my home here in Oregon (but not for much longer) and I do have my home in Belize with 2 bedrooms, one of which is unoccupied. So, keep me posted, and as I said before, if you prefer, ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
You grew up in Canby? It's a small world! Yes I know about the Mennonite houses. They built mine in the Consejo area in the Corozal province. It's ok, but it's more to my late husband's liking. I prefer country living. I ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
Thank you for your info. Yes, I'd like to find out if there are any small parcels of land for sale there and are they sold by owner or by agent, I am looking for just enough land to have a nice sized garden and maybe a few chickens if allowed. ... Read More
Moving back by southernsis
I lived in Belize for over a year, but thought I would move back to the states. What a mistake. Now I am planning on moving back about in May. I will be looking for a furnished apartment or something similar around San Ignacio. That is where I lived ...
I so well understand your point of view. My husband passed away, but we were living in Panama when that happened. It was too painful to remain there so I returned to the US then moved instead to Belize. I currently live in Corozal, but as with ... Read More
Does anyone have any experience moving to Belize in a RV? by RihanaHawk
My boyfriend and I will be moving to Belize in the spring in our Class A RV from the states. We have most of what we need to live long term without any hookups or power. We plan to buy some land near Punta Gorda and live out of our RV. Has anyone ...
I think you were asking if anyone had driven an RV from the states to Belize. The only firsthand knowledge I have of that was with 'doc' and his wife, Betty why drove a motor home from Texas and had just crossed into Mexico (if my memory ... Read More
Does anyone have any experience moving to Belize in a RV? by RihanaHawk
My boyfriend and I will be moving to Belize in the spring in our Class A RV from the states. We have most of what we need to live long term without any hookups or power. We plan to buy some land near Punta Gorda and live out of our RV. Has anyone ...
re: The link. You're welcome. Here's another one you may find helpful. ... Read More
Does anyone have any experience moving to Belize in a RV? by RihanaHawk
My boyfriend and I will be moving to Belize in the spring in our Class A RV from the states. We have most of what we need to live long term without any hookups or power. We plan to buy some land near Punta Gorda and live out of our RV. Has anyone ...
I wish you safe travels. The highway is good from Matamoros to Chetumal, I understand,but I'm told to be very careful around Vera Cruz. Here's what I'm looking at: ... Read More
Does anyone have any experience moving to Belize in a RV? by RihanaHawk
My boyfriend and I will be moving to Belize in the spring in our Class A RV from the states. We have most of what we need to live long term without any hookups or power. We plan to buy some land near Punta Gorda and live out of our RV. Has anyone ...
careful on your trip through Mexico. There are those who will run you off of the road in order to commit robbery. Not a plan killer. Just something to be aware of. Check it out on the internet. There are advisories posted. Read More
Sanctuary Belize by read_doglover
Would appreciate any information on this development. Thanks!
Gee. Well I don't know what Sanctuary Belize is, but I'm really happy with my little Mayan Seaside community that is a part of the greater Consejo area. People are nice, homes are kept, and right now we're inundated by a torrential ... Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
:::chuckle:::"freezing to death at 70 degrees." That's funny Bobby. I had to escape Belize for a bit when the 90 degree hit! I'll be returning soon, but I have to wait until Consejo road is passable again. Right now it's an ... Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
Thank you for assisting this computer illiterate person. Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
Nope Bobby, It's nowhere. Expat.com icon at upper left; Nope. Not there. if no there, just go to https://www.expat.com Nope. Not there either. :::sigh::: :( Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
There is no little envelope, Bobby. Nada. Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
Do not have a pic of house yet. Will have to ask friend to take one. Then, how to get it to you? Understand, most rentals do not come with TV or internet. You will have to go sign up and pay. My place is set up with everything. You will have ... Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
I would like to contact you but I don't know how. I can not post my phone number on here and they do not allow me to post my email address, and I don't want to publish it for any and all eyes to see anyway. I have a 2 bedroom 2 year old ... Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
There are 3 or 4 new townhouse apartments just built just off of Consejo road in Corozal town. Give me some time. I'll see what I can find out for you. I'm not in Belize just now. Are you looking for month to month or a long term lease? Read More
Area having most active Artists? by Gwenniem147
Hello everyone, in your opinion, which area has the most active artists? We are both painters and would like to live in a community with an emphasis on art. I know Corozal has a monthly art fair of some sort? Anything else come to mind. Thanks in ...
yes. No other incidents since. I think that was about 2 years ago. Read More
Area having most active Artists? by Gwenniem147
Hello everyone, in your opinion, which area has the most active artists? We are both painters and would like to live in a community with an emphasis on art. I know Corozal has a monthly art fair of some sort? Anything else come to mind. Thanks in ...
I don't recall. She was upstairs when attacked. Her neighbors, doc and Betty tried to rescue, but it was too late. Not solved. Don't know what happened. There are lot of rumors and conjecture, but I do not engage in that. I prefer ... Read More
Area having most active Artists? by Gwenniem147
Hello everyone, in your opinion, which area has the most active artists? We are both painters and would like to live in a community with an emphasis on art. I know Corozal has a monthly art fair of some sort? Anything else come to mind. Thanks in ...
Well, the one artist we had in Consejo was murdered. She was a nice person. Home invasion sort of thing. Only violent death in our communities of Consejo, Consejo Shores, Mayan Seaside, and Smugglers Cove. Death by machete. Maybe there are ... Read More
Area having most active Artists? by Gwenniem147
Hello everyone, in your opinion, which area has the most active artists? We are both painters and would like to live in a community with an emphasis on art. I know Corozal has a monthly art fair of some sort? Anything else come to mind. Thanks in ...
Probably Ambergris would be your comfort zone. Read More
Things to Bring by GuestPoster8975
Hey All I'm wondering about a few things to bring or not to. In the now group, is there a need for dress slacks, shirts, ties or jackets? Does anyone ever use them there? I'm thinking sheets, towels, pillows, and the like should be brought ...
Is located just off of the newly made concrete hwy, not far from the bus station. It's called Villa Imports. Read More
Wanting to retire to Belize, need information please. by Artena
I am retired in Canada and need information for moving to Belize. Do I have enough to move there and live? Are there places to move and rent year round that are not "vacation" priced? Is it really do able on what I have coming in? Artena
Sounds like when I lived in Panama. "If it's not nailed down, it's gone." Low respect for the property rights of others. Read More
Things to Bring by GuestPoster8975
Hey All I'm wondering about a few things to bring or not to. In the now group, is there a need for dress slacks, shirts, ties or jackets? Does anyone ever use them there? I'm thinking sheets, towels, pillows, and the like should be brought ...
I've not been to Placencia, but I hear it's nice. Probably more services there too. Read More
Things to Bring by GuestPoster8975
Hey All I'm wondering about a few things to bring or not to. In the now group, is there a need for dress slacks, shirts, ties or jackets? Does anyone ever use them there? I'm thinking sheets, towels, pillows, and the like should be brought ...
Hahahahahah, Bobbyg! I can relate! Examples: I brought a vacuum cleaner. My house has wooden floors whereby a broom and a mop work better! For the everyday, a shop vac works best for me. Brooms and mops work well on tile floors, too. So ... Read More
Things to Bring by GuestPoster8975
Hey All I'm wondering about a few things to bring or not to. In the now group, is there a need for dress slacks, shirts, ties or jackets? Does anyone ever use them there? I'm thinking sheets, towels, pillows, and the like should be brought ...
Gee, Brigitte. Couldn't find any of it in Corozal. Had to go to Mex for bread flour, order kitchen tools through internet (that which I didn't remember to bring with me), and then there's the duty on everything. Dees in Corozal used ... Read More
Things to Bring by GuestPoster8975
Hey All I'm wondering about a few things to bring or not to. In the now group, is there a need for dress slacks, shirts, ties or jackets? Does anyone ever use them there? I'm thinking sheets, towels, pillows, and the like should be brought ...
Spices: I brought some via luggage and shipped a bunch. Your list looks good. I opted for a wall mount manual can opener. No electricity required. I'll bet those new 'CanDo' can openers are nifty. Battery operated. We lose ... Read More
Things to Bring by GuestPoster8975
Hey All I'm wondering about a few things to bring or not to. In the now group, is there a need for dress slacks, shirts, ties or jackets? Does anyone ever use them there? I'm thinking sheets, towels, pillows, and the like should be brought ...
Things I brought that I'm glad I did: Slow cooker Boxed wine (can't find it in Corozal) good flatware. What is sold in Corozal is not of good quality Tupperware Decent quality cookware (Revereware) Convection oven. Saves time, less ... Read More
Mennonite homes by scottemmert
Hey everyone does anyone know current prices on Mennonite homes? Everything i find is from years ago, has anyone recently bought one? Any advice you have? Thanks in advance!!
The Mennonites who built my home on the lot overran their time by 3 months. My house is 30' wide x 45' long with 2 8' x 45' covered porches front and back. If you live in Corozal, you can get an idea if you look at lot #40 in Mayan ... Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
Bobbyg: I do not find the reply button you speak of. I'm sorry, this is just too convoluted for me. I know how to do regular email and that's about it. I find this overwhelming, especially as viewed through eyes and a brain that has been ... Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
Please, where in Corozal town is your place located? Friend wants to drive by and have alook. Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
I was told I couldn't do that, and they (whomever "they" are) removed my email address and phone number from my reply post. Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
I don't know how to send you an email. Are these short term rental only? I live in Corozal, but I have a friend in town who is looking for an immediate opening. Read More
Importing our belongins by monica&claude1234
Hello Expats! We are visiting in April and hope to move by the end of next summer. We are coming from Canada and we were wondering what the best (and least expensive) it would be to get our belongings there. Any advice?? Thanks in ...
You might be able to stay indefinitely if you submit paperwork concerning your bank account, submit a new photo every year, show you have brought in $2,000/month (but they do relax a bit on that) every December and pay your $30 to be here. ... Read More
Importing our belongins by monica&claude1234
Hello Expats! We are visiting in April and hope to move by the end of next summer. We are coming from Canada and we were wondering what the best (and least expensive) it would be to get our belongings there. Any advice?? Thanks in ...
No good answer for that one. If you do the QRP and want to become citizens, you will have to go off of the QRP and pay the tax on your belongings. If you do not use the QRP, you will be taxed immediately. QRP costs $2,000 (when I did it.) ... Read More
Wanting to retire to Belize, need information please. by Artena
I am retired in Canada and need information for moving to Belize. Do I have enough to move there and live? Are there places to move and rent year round that are not "vacation" priced? Is it really do able on what I have coming in? Artena
I'll bet your move and experience will be perfect. Mine was. Read More
Wanting to retire to Belize, need information please. by Artena
I am retired in Canada and need information for moving to Belize. Do I have enough to move there and live? Are there places to move and rent year round that are not "vacation" priced? Is it really do able on what I have coming in? Artena
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQh1zZdo8NE BZE City: 4th highest city globally for murder. Check out the Youtube video above. That being said, I go there often to shop and to catch a flight out back to the States But, I don't live there. I ... Read More
Hurricane
That's what it looks like so far. I'm leaving from Chetumal Mexico for Mexico City then on to Oregon. So I'm watching, watching, watching. Read More
Hurricane
So far, Corozal seems to be at peace. I'm keeping an eye on it though. I have to take a plane out of here in a few days. Read More
Initial Rental Place by GuestPoster8975
Hi all I'm coming next month (Nov) and want to find a 1 bdrm or studio. I'm looking at Corozal, Caye Caulker, Placencia and am open to other areas. I'd like a place for 1 - 3 months so I can spend some time in the area to check it out ...
Try this site, Bob https://www.google.com.bz/?gws_rd=cr&ei=G2wqVve-IIW7ebDilvgG#q=Corozal+town+guest+houses&rflfq=1&tbm=lcl&rlfi=hd:;si:765936087080619499 Phone:422-3329 I had to stay there last night as the road to my house was ... Read More
Single Retiring to Belize- area of expat community and facilities? by msrmg7
Hello all, I'm a single black female from Katy, Texas wanting to retire to Belize. I've been reading the blogs and other sites and I haven't read any blogs referring to single women moving to Belize. I've been researching Corozal, ...
House is high and dry, driveway is good, road in front of house is good, road from Consejo road (Smugglers) has about 100 ft of 1 to 2 inch deep water which I tried to walk through earlier and couldn't make it through without ending up with wet ... Read More
Is local bank account needed right away? by GuestPoster8975
I posted a [way too long I think newbie intro] and figured I should start posting some specific questions. I'm moving to Belize next month (Nov) and will get someplace temporary until I explore and find where I want to settle. I setup a US ...
Here is the response directly from Atlantic Bank, Belize. :18:19 Marcia Barlow: I have an account with Atlantic Bank. I am online with some Canadians who would like to move here, but they need to know what paperwork to submit to open an account. ... Read More
Is local bank account needed right away? by GuestPoster8975
I posted a [way too long I think newbie intro] and figured I should start posting some specific questions. I'm moving to Belize next month (Nov) and will get someplace temporary until I explore and find where I want to settle. I setup a US ...
Bank account: I did all of this online before I came to Belize. I scanned copies, copied and pasted bank account info, scanned my passport, scanned utility bills, then sent it all to Atlantic Bank. But their main office in Belize City is now ... Read More
long term lease
Ok, contact me -****. I can not give you the name and email of the man in charge of the properties unless I have his permission. Perhaps I can get that through direct contact from you to me, then forwarded on to him, such that he knows the ... Read More
long term lease
When you say $600/month, are you saying CAD, USD, or BZD? There are several homes listed in my community in Mayan Seaside that may interest you with the possibility of a long term lease/lease with option. But first I need to know which currency you ... Read More
Single Retiring to Belize- area of expat community and facilities? by msrmg7
Hello all, I'm a single black female from Katy, Texas wanting to retire to Belize. I've been reading the blogs and other sites and I haven't read any blogs referring to single women moving to Belize. I've been researching Corozal, ...
Yes, Pam. There are places that rent for $600 BZD / month...that's $300 USD. When I first arrived in Corozal 3 years ago, I split rent on a 2 bedroom house which rented for $500 BZD / month in Santa Rita Heights, Corozal. That woud be $250 ... Read More