Tony Marsico
@tonymarsico
American expat in Belize
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About me
American
Lives in Hopkins
Registration: 20 June 2011
Sanctuary Bay by coldinalberta
Help! I am currently living in Canada and am looking at investing in Belize for a vacation home and eventually retirement home. We stumbled across Sanctuary Bay and am finding very mixed reports. Does anybody have any information?
In case anyone is interested in seeing my property, which is a 1.6 acre parcel bordering the Sanctuary Belize to the south and includes 150 of river frontage, dock pilings and power and water to the property and a building site and driveway in at 1 ... Read More
Property in Hopkins by cutiepie23
We are looking for a lot in Hopkins close to the ocean. It can be vacant or have an existing structure on it. We are going to be snow birds within the next 3 years or less. If anyone has any information we would love to hear from you. ...
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New to forum and heading to Belize by JessRyan
Hi Everyone, Jess and Cyndi here. We will be heading down to Belize the end of May 2014. We enjoy meeting other and are a very sociable couple. I enjoy snorkeling, boating/sailing, fishing and things that involve adventure. Cyndi enjoys ...
I can give you a wealth of info/. Look me up when you come down. visit Hopkins for a few days. vacation_belize@yahoo.com is my email address., Tony Read More
5 good reasons for living in Belize by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Belize, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
To me, having been in business in the States for 30 years and 10 here. Gov't intervention as everyone is putting it, is still much less than the states for paying my taxes and for sticking their Gov't noses in my business in any wayt.The bottom line ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Belize by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Belize, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
Thanks for the love Love Belize. i am not trying to make changes, take a pill...... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Belize by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Belize, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
The police may be lax, but I wouldn't say corruption is a problem unless you invite it. the druggies are like anywhere else, if you are not a participant in that type of behavior, chances are it won't be a problem other than some petty theft caused ... Read More
Looking for Rental
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Where is the safest place to live in Belize? by sraines
I have been to Ambergris Caye, the Corozal District and San Ignacio but none for any length of time. I do want to retire in Belize and was seeking others opinions as to the best and safest area. I will be traveling back and forth as my family is ...
Anywhere outside of Belize city is pretty safe as long as you use common sense. Hopkins is a lovely almost Mayberry like little village with great beaches. Read More
5 good reasons for living in Belize by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Belize, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
For me , personally:Counting Down # 5 great beach at my place #4 Friendliness of locals #3 climate #2 Excellent business and investment climate Drum roll please................#1.. Lifestyle Read More
hopkins bay development
The Hopkins Bay development on the north end of Hopkins is not a bad investment and will probably do well in the future. Currently, there is not a lot going on around there and it is a little isolated, but they are good deals. Also a few beach ... Read More
Moving to Dangriga or placencia or Corozal by sharonarfmann
I am a NJ/NY plumber I have 20 years experience in all phases of plumbing, as well as experienced in building. I am also now working as a union stagehand in NYC. I want to start my own business in Belieze and get a permit immediately as we have some ...
You can contact me at vacation_belize@yahoo.com for info on rentals and the business climate here in the Hopkins/ Sittee River area if you need quick info. Read More
fishing by heather n andy
hi people,we are seriously thinking of moving to corozal in belize so any help or info would be great.it may sound silly but i wanted to know if you can catch fish off the beach in corozal,i went fishing off the beach in placencia and caught all ...
Dog lady, get ahold of me for all info on Hopkins, Sittee river. vacation_belize@yahoo.com Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
When I talk about drawing clear lines in the sand, here is what I mean. the one guy in Dangriga who is always outside the Price is Right, asked me 10 years ago for a dollah: My reply, in broken creole, loudly so all bystanders can hear: What does ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
I have 10 years here and have just the opposite experience as Popeye and the other Belize haters. Belize is NOT the most expensive Caribbean country, it is the cheapest of the Caribbean and the most expensive of the Central American countries. I ... Read More
realistic rent and school opinion by ztaceasda
Hi, I am excited to say I am glad to be on this forum and that I am moving down from the US. I would like to know the realistic opinion to rent a modest 2 or 3 bedroom apartment year round. also I would like to know what I would need to do to ...
There are some great tutors available in Hopkins. Read More
Sanctuary Bay by coldinalberta
Help! I am currently living in Canada and am looking at investing in Belize for a vacation home and eventually retirement home. We stumbled across Sanctuary Bay and am finding very mixed reports. Does anybody have any information?
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Expat blog gatherings in Belize by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Belize Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
San Pesto? that must be the Basil capital of Belize. don't be Sage Rosemary, there is not enough Thyme! Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
I totally agree with Love Belize's comments. The natural beauty of Belize is great free entertainment. Hiking, biking , birdwatching kayaking, fishing, are ll there for low budget entertainment daily. Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
I have been in Belize for 10 years and here is what i have found. Gas is more expensive/ $6 USD per gallon, but there are far fewer places to drive to so you do less driving. If you get into a village like Hopkins, you have all day to day needs ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Belize by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Belize Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I too would like to meet up, but the season for me is such that I can't until June????If anyone is in the Hopkins/ stann Creek area, drop me a line and we will figure something out. vacation_belize@yahoo.com Read More
Ruger
Well, it is now official. My dog, Ruger, has been the darling dog of my establishment playing frisbee with any takers. Some of the guests set up his own Facebook page.... What next!? facebook.com/RugerTheBelizeBeachDog Read More
we are coming back to Belize
When in Hopkins, stop by to see me and introduce yourself......cheers Read More
Long term rental in the Dangriga/Hopkins Village area by kimincc
I'm trying to find a website for long term housing rentals in the Dangriga/Hopkins area, and I've come up with nothing. I would like to have a furnished 2 bedroom house, condo, or apartment at a reasonable price. If anyone out there knows of a ...
Hi, I know of a duplex beachfront rental, fully furnished 3 bedroom on great beach, but it is $1500 a month. Most rentals here in Hopkins are vacation rentals and command $1500 weekly if they are on the beach. Read More
Retired ..thinking about becoming Belize expat by onedon
Would appreciate requirements on becoming Belize expat Is it similar to Panama...obtaining a pensionado residency card...showing financial stability etc...requirements in obtaining drivers license.....info on bringing in possesions...taxes ...
Hi Don, If you wanted to email me at vacation_belize@yahoo.com, I'd be happy to give you the rundown. I've lived and operated a business here for nearly 10 years. there are 2 ways to gain residency here. the QRP (qualified retirement program) is ... Read More
Pre-move Trip SO EXCITED!! Advice welcome
Hi, If you make it to the Hopkins area, we have this place beachesanddreams.com and I'd be glad to give you the "Ex-Pat" tour while you are here, giving you a general idea of propertyvalues, building prices, business opportunities etc. Even if ... Read More
Coming to Belize for first time. Need advice. by Very nor cal Ed
End of may. For a week. On a budget. Need to find out about expat. See some of the country. Fish. Best way to get there. Where to go. Where to stay. Car. Start out north or south. Information gathering so retirement can start off right. Thank you ...
Hi, I don't come to this forum very often. When you start heading south, I am in Hopkins, a small fishing comunity just south of Dangriga. I can help show you around and give you and idea of what it is like to live here and about property values, ... Read More
Wife and I are coming to Belize by Guestposter5402.
I am retiring this year and I'm looking at Belize as a possible site. I will be making an exploratory trip in May and plan to make the final move in October. During my 46 years of government service, I have lived all over the world including a lot ...
Under QRP of course you can bring in alot of stuff duty free so it may be worth while for the larger and better quality stuff. If you are building here, you may want to consider bringing in such things as fixtures for plumbing etc. that you really ... Read More
Visiting for 6 months to a year by Prudence L
Hello everyone! My name is Prudence, and my husband and I and our three children are looking for a nice friendly place to relocate to. So far we have narrowed our choices down to Belize and Ecuador. But before we relocate, we would love to visit ...
Hi Sharon, Its great to hear from the other succesfully and truly happy expats here. I\'ve been here for 7 years, own 2 business (Resort and Tour) and am a Real Estate Co-Broker for another Belizean owned company. I brought my true love down with ... Read More
Buying property in Belize
It\'s easy to own as a foreigner in Belize. The laws are the same as the States and Canada, set up by her lady the Queen. Always use a Real Estate Lawyer to check title, there are many and it\'s not that cost prohibitive. I am always amazed by the ... Read More
Perspective business owner by geonal
We have several questions regarding owning a business in Belize. 1. If you purchase an existing business will you immediately receive a work permit? 2. If not, how long does it usually take? 3. If you are a business owner and paying business tax on ...
1. If you purchase an existing business will you immediately receive a work permit? You will still have to go through the work permit application process. 2. If not, how long does it usually take?1-3 months 3. If you are a business owner and paying ... Read More
Jungle Resort new owner wanted by tonymarsico
If anyone ever dreamed of running a beautiful 50 acre resort with waterfalls, great trails in a national forest of Belize. I am trying to help my friend try to find someone to take over her resort . The price is $600K (less for cash) but she is ...
and PS. I was one of those Gringo dreamers and guess what....dreams come true when you mix them with hard work and experience. If you can\'t dream and follow your dreams, what\'s the point? Read More
Jungle Resort new owner wanted by tonymarsico
If anyone ever dreamed of running a beautiful 50 acre resort with waterfalls, great trails in a national forest of Belize. I am trying to help my friend try to find someone to take over her resort . The price is $600K (less for cash) but she is ...
Hi aqll, I wasn\'t able to access this forum for 2 months until someone showed me how to use a proxy server. the point is quite moot. Mama Noots sold and I feel it was a great investment. it is 50 acres of beautiful land, waterfalls, caves. i am now ... Read More
Jungle Resort new owner wanted
If anyone ever dreamed of running a beautiful 50 acre resort with waterfalls, great trails in a national forest of Belize. I am trying to help my friend try to find someone to take over her resort . The price is $600K (less for cash) but she is ... Read More
purchase a piece of land
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Sanctuary Bay by coldinalberta
Help! I am currently living in Canada and am looking at investing in Belize for a vacation home and eventually retirement home. We stumbled across Sanctuary Bay and am finding very mixed reports. Does anybody have any information?
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Belize for 1 Month by Talanathas
Hello all :) I am a Canadian business student looking to spend some time in Belize either this or next winter (possibly January-February). I was wondering if any locals or expats had some advice on places to stay (hotel) for a month stay. I have ...
Hi, You might pick a more centrally located place like Hopkins, which is midway down the coast. Then you can day trip anywhere by bus for max time anywhere would be 2.5 hours. You might consider finding a cheap car 9$1000US ) to buy, then sell it to ... Read More