Retire in Jamaica

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cdemark371Member20 February 2011 02:20:42

I am planning to move to Jamaica after I retire in 2013. I been going to Jamaica since 1972 and know the culture well but I have a lot to learn. Looking forward to talking with others who did this or considered it.

PollyWMember14 March 2011 11:07:32

What? No replies yet? What are the smoking down there anyway :-)

ChristineViP14 March 2011 11:46:28

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Hi cdemark371,

I hope other members will be able to advise you.

Wish you good luck
Christine

jamica girlMember10 August 2011 01:50:01

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southseaparkNew member29 April 2012 11:28:45

Did you indeed retire to Jamaica? Read our blog jamaica-paradiso.blogspot.com about adjusting and living in Jamaica

ChristineViP30 April 2012 10:38:00

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Hi southseapark,

Welcome to Expat.com!

Maybe you could give some information on the Jamaica forum

Thank you.

Guest7965Guest24 February 2013 07:16:43

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What sort of yearly income do i need to live in jamaica comfortably? does anyone know?

mroseMember18 March 2013 15:25:31

If you are interested email me at marsharose1@gmail.com, maybe I can help you out. I am sure people are trying to scare you off but as with anywhere you just have to be wise in your decisions when you come back.

claudemqMember01 January 2014 01:29:31

You need a monthly income of approximately US $600 as follows: rent $230; Food $100; Entertainment $150; Utilities/Internet $65; Misc. (Taxi) $55...and if you are getting USA social security monthly, give yourself a raise monthly...(exchange rate)...the current exchange rate is $106.50 (December 2013). So if you are getting the social security average of US $1179, monthly, then you can live like a king...without a car. with a car (2004 Toyota Corolla) add another $100 monthly that will cover insurance (liability only), fitness, license, maintenance and gasoline (for trips to the beach). The minimum wage is JA $ $5000, weekly, so you can even hire a maid to come in three times for the week at maybe JA $1000 for the day.