sharonnickerson
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 04 October 2023
Road safety in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Dominican Republic as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Dominican ...
I just roll down my window and when the motorists see it it is a grey haired white senior woman they let her have the right of way! Read More
Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
@planner Been there done that ! Read More
Can you deposit a US check into a Dominican bank account? by wondering9
I'm hoping it won't come to this, but I might end up receiving a paper check at the last minute before I leave the US. Is a Dominican bank likely to accept it as a deposit?I imagine there would be a long hold on the funds, which would be OK in this ...
@wondering9 I was told I have to be a resident before I can open a bank account in the DR is that true? Read More
Buying a Bar in the DR... by JustaguyinNC
Hello. I was looking at businesses for sale in the DR and was amazed at how cheap bars were there. Anyone have any insight as to whether or not I should entertain a purchase? Thanks!
@JustaguyinNC Finding good honest people can be a challenge but when you there are none better. the trial and error period can be painful in many ways, financial, and emotional. Read More
No Insurance costs
I am trying to find the message from the person who wrote about having to pay the hospital bill because their mom had no insurance at the time of her death after treatment Read More
Insurance over 65 by planner
This has been discussed multiple times here on the forums. Its fairly easy to get coverage under age 65 but almost nothing available over 65. Well now there is! I have a group package available to expats for anyone from age 50 and up to ...
I am trying to find the message of the person whose mother died without insurance in the DR AND the cost as a result to the family Read More
Property and business for sale by sharonnickerson
Where can i post on this platform the inFormation on my propery being for sale
@gainkeeper Sana el Jardin Secreto entrada del Jobo Tamboril Read More
Import new Vehicle from US by tylerbruce7
Does anyone have experience or know the cost to import a new US made vehicle into Dominican Republic? To be specific, it will be a "Moke". I understand shipping but the customs, duties and taxes are unclear.
I have never seen a charge station fir an ekectric car in the DR Do they have them? Read More
Property and business for sale
Where can i post on this platform the inFormation on my propery being for sale Read More
Selling property
I am selling my place where on this platform can I announce it formally Read More
Craigslist, Kijiji and MLS Questions by Chantsy
Hi all, First off I would like to say that I have been really enjoying reading all the different topics listed on the forum. It is very informative and some great advice has been given. I can tell that it is very genuine and for that I am glad to ...
Hiw do i get a classified ? Read More
Craigslist, Kijiji and MLS Questions by Chantsy
Hi all, First off I would like to say that I have been really enjoying reading all the different topics listed on the forum. It is very informative and some great advice has been given. I can tell that it is very genuine and for that I am glad to ...
Can i say on here that i have property for sale ? Read More
Water Water Water by rfmaurone
Over the last couple of days I have read two articles about visitors getting sick from drinking the local water. Is this an isolated incident , I am looking forward to getting washed in information (a dad joke) Bobby:)
@ddmcghee even brushing with contaminated water is very risky and you don’t lnow if it is or it isn’t. Mom near died from just brushing her teeth with tap water in Panama Read More
Working remote in the dom rep by tcantey
I wanted to ask are there any precautions working a remote us job while in the Dominican Republic
@Profe Agayu join the Geek Squad from Best Buy they work on your computer remotely Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
@Paw4us Do you have people you know and trust there? Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
Yes bidirectional meter and batteries and for a couple of months it was great then the power company must have been loosing money now we all are paying crazy money and have to go every month and ask for a discount when it should be an automatic ... Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
The electric company is being crazy with pricing everyone with solar panels are being short changed . There is a long line of prople to complain at the company every month Read More
Cost of electricity
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels Read More
Selling property
How much is capital gains tax in tne DR Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@planner can i please have Crufmans contact info thank you sharon Read More
Residencia renewal - actual process by planner
I am reposting this with permission, it was originally posted on FB and has great information! Temp to Permanent Residency - a tale of 220 days! For whomever it may help, here's the process with timeline that I followed to change from ...
@Nanosaso shipping is exoensive and a hassle Read More
Any opinion on Monumental Health insurance. by Plaf
Hello. I've recently bought a property in the Sosua/Cabarete area. Seems reasonable to now get health insurance. I'm Canadian. In relatively good health, and was recommended: "La Monumental de Seguros" for health insurance by a ...
i have monumental fir my employees and there is a co pay Sana el Jardin Secreto santiago Read More