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Lives in Rio Grande do Sul

Registration: 05 February 2019

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2 months ago
roddiesho

WoW! Six Reais!!! Incredible Exchange Rate!!! by roddiesho

Did I see this right? Is the American Dollar worth almost 6 Reais?Roddie in Retirement🕵

jc1234

Was told it will be 6.3 next year from some bankers inflation is projected to be above goal range until 2027 with the selic rate at 13% the carry trade is appealing Read More

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2 months ago
roy_usa_2023

Paying Boleto as a foreigner by roy_usa_2023

I am in Brazil but do not have a Brazilian bank account - only be here for 4 months- how do I pay the boleto for apartment I own given my credit card and debit card are american and I have an american bank account.Any suggestions?thank you,Roy

jc1234

Transfer wise can pay bills now. Or send them pix Read More

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4 months ago
planetf11

Seeking Advice on International Divorce Process (UK/Brazil) by planetf11

Hi everyone,I'm a British national married to a Brazilian woman for nearly two years (since December 2022). Unfortunately, we have been separated for about 6 months now, and I'm looking to begin the divorce process. There's a bit of a disagreement ...

jc1234

Ofcourse she wants a UK visa which puts you with financial responsibility Read More

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4 months ago
Jeriloving33

My Brazillian fiances tourist visa was denied to come to the USA by Jeriloving33

My Brazilian fiancé's tourist visa was denied coming to the USA. He has not traveled in the past. Once his passport was approved, he applied directly for the tourist visa. When he arrived for his interview he said that he wanted to stay for 3 ...

jc1234

Get a seasoned immigration lawyer and pay a flat fee instead of hourly Read More

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9 months ago
NewBrazil

Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil

This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...

jc1234

Keep in mind the number of days inside brazil to be considered a tax resident.  Since Brazil does not have a golden visa special tax treatment, this puts a negative reason to retire in Brazil if one wants to have savings or retirement account ... Read More

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last year
alan279

Hot Money & BRL by alan279

Is a hot money strategy viable today with the BRL? Asking for a friend.

jc1234

Projections are the Brazilian Central Bank will lower rates by 0.5% every other month. US Fed is not going to lower rates until at least mid year. I would lock in a US or Brazilian CD. Besides political pressures to lower rates, the Brazilian ... Read More

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last year
Cheryl

Secure your financial assets as an expat in Brazil by Cheryl

Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Brazil, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We’d love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: how to ...

jc1234

I went to an Itaú investment bank in São Paulo to ask about fund investments vs US funds. The guy told me if the rate of the returns are about the same might as well keep investments in the US due to the currency exchange rate. Hedging ... Read More

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last year
MGMExpat

Vitem IX Investment Visa Government Source Documents? by MGMExpat

Hello Forum,I'm am looking into moving to Brazil and would like to apply for a visa under a Vitem IX investment either through the property or business program. I have been to Brazil a few times and will most likely settle in the Sao Paulo, Rio, or ...

jc1234

seems easier to just marry a Brazilian lol Read More

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last year
Peter Itamaraca

Where is the best place to live/invest/stay in Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca

Opinions/thoughts/idea/suggestions?

jc1234

Anywhere if you have enough money for that locality Read More

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last year
abthree

Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree

*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...

jc1234

Still cheap for a 10 year visa considering length Read More

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last year
abthree

Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree

*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...

jc1234

@hocytek you hit the nail on the head. its not about reciprocity, it’s more about Lula’s government trying to find ways to plug the deficit spending since they want to overspend on the budget cap. Read More

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last year
john8670

Being a landlord in Brazil and investing in Real Estate by john8670

On the federal and state level in Brazil do the laws heavily favor landlords or tenants? For example, in New Jersey and California it can be hell being a landlord when you get tenants that decide they aren't going to pay rent. They could end up ...

jc1234

In Porto Alegre a very large city there are squatters along the river and huge mansions built with no land deed or property taxes since the government does not pave roads or patrols there or any public services. Someone wanted to sell their house ... Read More

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last year
john8670

Being a landlord in Brazil and investing in Real Estate by john8670

On the federal and state level in Brazil do the laws heavily favor landlords or tenants? For example, in New Jersey and California it can be hell being a landlord when you get tenants that decide they aren't going to pay rent. They could end up ...

jc1234

Squatters are abundant in rural Brazil and so it depends on your tenant where they are from and the mentality they have to paying the rent on time. Read More

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last year
Mickael

The work culture in Brazil by Mickael

Hello everyone, As an expatriate, working in Brazil can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... working in Brazil can be both exciting and confusing. Share your ...

jc1234

https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/brazil-market-challengesranked 184 out of 190 countries ease of doing business its a place to retire not work lol Read More

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last year
seinfo3

Tax Preparation Service Costs by seinfo3

I just received a quote for tax preparation and they seem quite high compared to overseas tax preparation services provided in the US.Preparation and delivery of 2022 Annual Tax return DIRPF for the period in which I became a Tax Resident (December ...

jc1234

How many Brazilians actually file income taxes? You only raise red flags if you use your cpf to buy big ticket items and have no income reported. Read More