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Banco Santa Cruz only requires passport and a letter from another bank stating that you are a customer in good standing. This was as of last week when I refered a person to the bank who recently moved to the DR. It is getting more difficult for ... Read More

I've been pulled over twice for speeding. On both occasions the Amet officers asked for a little cash. $500 pesos and I was on my way. Read More

I think our place in Ballenas Beach may work out well for you. It's on the beach, nice pool and short walk to town. Message me if you would like some more details. Read More

I guess my experience is the exception rather than the rule. My Dominican wife is 20 years younger. I retired early and she still works. She uses the money that she makes to pay many of our expenses as needed and even surprises me with gifts and a ... Read More

Take your time and do your research. I would be patient and rent for a while. I have a villa near Sosua and have done a number of projects. The quality of workmanship here overall leaves a lot to be desired. There are also a lot of just plain ... Read More

There are some youtube channels that do exagerate things. Some of these individuals who create these videos also sell their services to help you avoid scams. I've lived in the DR full time for a number of years now and have not run into any ... Read More

Be careful if you decide to hire a lawyer in the Sosua/PP area to help you. There is a limited supply of honest lawyers there. Guzman has a office in LT and Sosua but will be expensive. There are two that I would recommend. Let me know if you would ... Read More

As of now there is no law in place like this. Read More

We travel a lot. Never once was I asked about a return ticket. We also have family and freinds visit and for the most part they leave their return open ended. I may be that some ticket agents at the airline counters take this more seriously than ... Read More

Yes, the tax free situation with your residency is key. Also consider the quality of the furniture you currently own. Wood does not hold up well here long term due to the humidity unless it is a dense hardwood or you run your air conditioner ... Read More

I can find most of what I want, except Miracle Whip. Having to go to multiple stores to locate what I want gets on my nerves at times. Sometimes I just order things on Amazon as opposed to driving around trying to find that certain tool or or part ... Read More

I've been sending cloths, sentimental items and some misc used tools and things at the rate of 6-8 boxes per year for the last 4 years, when I travel to the US. I type up a summary of what is in the box and the value. For example 10 used shirts ... Read More

It's more of principle than the money although it shows a 69,000 peso balance from the previous property owner. I did some more checking and you are correct, when you buy property the water is not included but no one tells you this. What a scam ! Read More

Elecrtrico Air near Sosua. Now we run all the air, all the time was well as pool pump and everything else in the house with no worries. We can still switch back to Edenorte if needed but have never had to. We pay Edenorte 36 pesos per month now Read More

$10,000 USD for everything including labor, wiring, panels and batteries. They also did some other wiring for me which was unrelated so the actual price was slightly cheaper Read More

Most restaurants will allow the dog. There will be exceptions. I did see someone holding a small dog in Super Pola once. Read More

My suggestion would be to visit a few areas on the north coast. I would spend at least a week at each. Las Terrenas, Cabarete, Sosua and Puerto Plata. Each one is different. For example, Las Terrenas has more European expats but in my opinion has ... Read More

The maid is a employee of the property management company and therefore you have no liability and do not have to pay severence. Read More

I recently had mine done as well. About $600 including materials. One word of caution. Painters here tend to be messy and dried paint left all over patios, sidewalks, gutters, trim, etc seems to be acceptable. Stress to the people you hire that you ... Read More

Without proof it will be hard to do anything. You can try calling the police but they will likely not be helpful even if you could prove that she stole them. We've had the same problems with housekeepers. They've even had the audacity to ... Read More

You can find maids who clean, cook and do the laundry. We have never had a maid live with us. We actually looked into it once but could not find one that did not want to bring children or family with them. We have just used the maids for cleaning ... Read More

We have had a number of maids over the years. Based on my experience, I prefer to work through a agency rather than hire one directly. It keeps things simpler and limits the potential for any problems. Read More

That would depend on where you want to rent, but if you're flexible on the location I don't think you will have a problem. Talk with property management companies and check airbnb and some of the facebook pages like everythinglasterrenas, ... Read More

I can relate to what you are saying. If I had come here alone to live, I would have left by now. I'm from the US and and married to a wonderful Dominican woman who is highly educated, world traveled, financially independent and works as a ... Read More

Updating your will is also something to consider depending on your cirmstances. If you should pass, your surviving spouse is entitled to half your assets here in the DR if you have children from a previous relationship. The children are entitled to ... Read More

La Mulata near Sosua ? We have a close freind that lives there and we have a place a few miles away, closer to Cabarete. His family does like it there and I have heard of no issues. Like anywhere, you have to take all the normal security precautions. Read More

It is not east to find one. In the past we have paid between $10,000 and $12,000 pesos a month. However, the cost could vary depending on where yoh are. I would consider working with a maid service that has a good reputation if there is one in your ... Read More

Yes, we've done a lot of business with them. So far, so good. Speak to Christian. He is fluent in multiple languages. Read More

There are many companies located around Las Terrenas and the Ballenas Beach area. If you feel comfortable doing so, work directly with the people who have the horses at El Limon falls. If you drive to the town of El Limon you will see them out by ... Read More

That makes perfect sense for Las Terrenas. You will find that both are more expensive here due to import taxes and to register to make it road legal is probably more expensive than you are used to. Most people do not register theirs in Las Terrenas ... Read More

You probably won't need a prescription here, but you could have someone here check for you or call one of the major pharmacy chains like Carol's and ask. I've never had a issue shipping any personal items here with customs. I just put a ... Read More

If you have a Domincan drivers license and your information on the ticket was correct then you may have to pay when you renew your license. Otherwise, no. The few times I have been stopped by AMET, I play stupid and ask if I can pay now. A few ... Read More

My wife and I make thia drive often and feel perfectly safe. The biggest concern is the driving habits here. You also have options. For example, if you are traveling between SD and the Puerto Plata/Sosua/Cabarete area you can either take the mostly ... Read More

Electrico Aire located between Sosua and Cabarete. 809-849-6016. Sergio is the owner. Read More

We installed 18 panels with 16 batteries. We have 5 bedrooms and 7 airconditioners. It is just my wife and I here but we sometimes have many quests and have yet to use Ednorte electricity. Read More

We installed panels at our villa. We are very happy with the contracfor and the results. We are looking at about a 2 1/2 year payback although now we can run all the air conditioners, pool pump, etc. with no more worries about a high electric bill. ... Read More

We have been very busy with renters without discounting prices. about half from Santo Domingo and half American. It depends what kind o property it is and where it is. For example, Las Terrenas has few tourists and prices are low as this is mainly ... Read More

Residency is something you should work on, but as of now you can pay a relatively small overatay fee when returning to your home country. Be careful who you hire to help facilitate your residency. I have heard many expensive horror stories. Come ... Read More

Yes, the first suggestion I would make is to spend some time in different locations before you decide where to live. For example, Las Terrenas has a much different vibe than Sosua or Cabarete for example. Then there are up and coming expat areas ... Read More

Do they look at assets and wealth as opposed to monthly income ? If you have assets in the DR already that are significant as well as assets in your country or originin but do not receive or need a monthly income because you are retired young, does ... Read More

Hopefully someone can answer you in more detail but as far as I know a nonresident can register and insure a vehicle. I know of those who have done so. If you overstay your 30 day tourist visa you could have a hard time collecting on a claim ... Read More

I've been looking for a UTV side by side and found a website that many dealers in Santo Domingo list their new and used inventory. It's supercarros.com. The prices are high but when you add in the freight, duties and taxes they shake out ... Read More

It's a good sign that she hasn't asked for money, but I would get to know her a lot better before wasting money. If you are just looking for a "seat at the table", don't waste your money. I live near Sosua and I see the young ... Read More

I have a couple of classic cars that I would like to bring here. I'll be speaking to my lawyer about it soon and will report back to what I find out. Read More