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@1LarryS

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American looking for information about Belize

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American

Lives in DeSoto, TX

Speaks English and a little Spanish

Registration: 24 June 2015

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1LarryS replied to a thread
6 years ago
terrific

chip in Ipad by terrific

I have an I pad mini that is unlocked and can take a phone chip. I have never put one in here in the US, but am now wondering if anyone else has ever tried any of the Belize phone companies to see if they can put one in and make it a usable phone. ...

1LarryS

Hi Larry here. Have you heard of magicJack? With magicJack you just need to have the internet and you have to pay for an international service through magicJack. I have used this product for about 14 years. When. I leave the States I use this ... Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
7 years ago
ska8er47499

Documents required for owner financing by ska8er47499

Hi, Does anyone know what documents/papers are required if I wish to buy land/home with owner financing? Many thanks!

1LarryS

The best place to start is with the Ministries. There is a Law Firm(Glen Godfrey), somewhere in town. They are holding my land certificate. I could sell a portion or some other deal. Where are you looking to settle? Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
GuidoBisogno

Solar and LED Lighting by GuidoBisogno

In the week I drove around Central and southern Belize I saw only a very few solar installations, one advertisement and absolutely no LED lighting. Anyone know more about why this is? I just completed an 80 unit project with ALL LED lighting, ...

1LarryS

Sometimes things are fine just as they are. Did you ever consider that. Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
Julien

New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Belize 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 on ...

1LarryS

May have to remove it, then upload it again. Or try editing. Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
Canadian Millwright

possibility of buying property by Canadian Millwright

Hello, I am new here...we have been to Belize on a cruise but are returning next year to look at the possibility of buying property

1LarryS

Hi. Name is Larry. I own property in Serenity Sands. I need to make contact with a reputable builder. Do you know anyone? Your input would be of great help. Thanks Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
tonyest01

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?

1LarryS

Are you in Serenity? I need info on a builder too. Would you mind sharing who you find or choose? Thanks. Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
smuselton

Internet Options in Corozal by smuselton

My wife and i are considering moving to Corozal, but it is entirely dependent on my ability to work from home via the internet. I have seen some options out there but was wondering if anyone could give us some "on the ground" opinions. I ...

1LarryS

MiFi is the hotspot device. Seems to have worked well not just for me but someone else too. Or check your cell for international services Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
smuselton

Internet Options in Corozal by smuselton

My wife and i are considering moving to Corozal, but it is entirely dependent on my ability to work from home via the internet. I have seen some options out there but was wondering if anyone could give us some "on the ground" opinions. I ...

1LarryS

I'm not sure what service anyone has suggested, but I used a T-Mobile HotSpot device. That seems to work pretty good. However, if your cell phone can make international calls you should be able to tether off of it. I think. Hope that tidbit ... Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
curious15

Corozal Atlantic Bank ? by curious15

I will be in Bz this summer scouting the Corozal area. I am preparing ahead so I have as few obstacles as possible when I have boots on the ground. Can I currently use a debit card at the Atlantic Bank in Corozal? What fees will I be charged by ...

1LarryS

It could be just that, the money laundering thing. Believe it or not, I have seen a lot of changes in the process for Westerners and other's relocating to Belize. I bought property a couple years ago, haven't built on it yet. I need to get ... Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
CharMace

U.S. Social Security Payments by CharMace

We are seriously considering retiring in Belize, but I am concerned about conflicting reports from our friends here in the U.S. about our Social Security payments... Do you have to return to the U.S. every 6 months in order to stay eligible? Do ...

1LarryS

Thank for the info Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
Toddwinston

Real Estate Offer Price/Sale Price by Toddwinston

Hello all, I have plenty of real estate experience in Ontario Canada purchasing property. Right now it is definitely a sellers market here. Most properties are going for very close to asking, or above depending on the local….not much chance ...

1LarryS

Suggestion. Check with the Ministeries on what is available. Just because it is vacant, doesn't mean that it can be sold or isn't already owned. Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
kellyjean7988

Relocating in 12 months: nursing jobs? by kellyjean7988

I am a 30 year old Registered Nurse. My family and I (husband, 5 year old girl, 6 year old boy) are planning to move to Belize in about a year. As soon as possible, we'd like to become citizens. We plan on driving down in a truck with enough money ...

1LarryS

The info that you have isn't that far off. You have to devide what you status will be. Citizen or tourist? Then the visas takes time to get. Check with the Ministeries, best source for the info you really want or need. An attorney could be ... Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
terrific

Business purchase in Belize by terrific

I have tried this on a different forum but no response yet so will try again. If an expat were to buy an existing going concern business in Belize, is there a business visa or would that person still have to do the tourist visa or QRP route. I have ...

1LarryS

It isn't hard to accomplish these things, just time consuming and patience needed. Lots of perks for QRP. Check out the rules with the Ministeries. Or a lawyer. Do it right, less problems. Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
MaxxaMo

Importing our dog into Belize by land by MaxxaMo

Hi! We are driving from northern Nevada (US) to Belize with our dog in September. Our vet has worked with people driving to Belize and informed us we'd need a Mexican vet to certify our dog's health before crossing into Belize. Upon ...

1LarryS

What I have noticed in the past years of me owning my property is, Belizean Government has been tweeking there rules to catch up to Westerners financial dealings. Makes me want to sale my property and go elsewhere. But I am going to tough it out, ... Read More

1LarryS replied to a thread
8 years ago
terrific

Business purchase in Belize by terrific

I have tried this on a different forum but no response yet so will try again. If an expat were to buy an existing going concern business in Belize, is there a business visa or would that person still have to do the tourist visa or QRP route. I have ...

1LarryS

I do know that a business partner has to be a native, as well as some employees. How you choose to handle your residential status is up to you. There are advantages and disadvantages for either. As a retired you can't work, this is my ... Read More