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Experiences with Starlink (internet)? by Kurterino
I live in an area where there’s no wired connection, the only way to have internet is via GSM (4G). Unfortunately the network isn’t very strong, so speed varies from Totally Fine to Almost Nothing…. In comes Starlink: if I’m ...
We use starlink for our internet on our farm. It’s faster and more reliable than any internet I’ve had in big cities. Probably better than I had in the US. It’s never dropped including in storms and we have no dry season where I ... Read More
Income taxes for expats by metroliner
Hello guys, I am a US citizen considering relocation to Brazil since my present "namorada" is brasilian.I will be retiring soon, with a check from Social security. However I am just surprised to read that Brazil has the expectation of collecting ...
@metroliner im going through my lawyer who coordinates with an accountant. Since its my first time Id recommend checking with other pros here for recommendations Read More
Income taxes for expats by metroliner
Hello guys, I am a US citizen considering relocation to Brazil since my present "namorada" is brasilian.I will be retiring soon, with a check from Social security. However I am just surprised to read that Brazil has the expectation of collecting ...
I spoke to my lawyer who argued that money earned in the US that is taxed and isnt tranferred to brazil wouldnt require additional taxes in my case. has anyone else heard something similar? Read More
Bringing back personal items and customs
I always leave original boxes at home out of fear I’ll get slapped with tariffs on my stuff. Does anyone have experience with this? I’ve never had any issues before and so am wondering if I’m overly cautious. I’m bringing a ... Read More
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 ...
In my ignorance this is a capital gains tax then and not a tax on say existing investments, 401k, crypto accounts without transactions? i have zero capitals gains so unless they want to tax my retirement accounts i should be fine. Read More
solar company
Anyone have experience installing solar panels and batteries? cost? Ideally looking in Bahia Read More
Adaptation suggestions to heatwaves and weather events in Brazil by Pablo888
Since January of 2024, I have seen several instances of floods and heatwaves in Rio. Here is an example that I saw yesterday -> ...
Brazil has lots of good info about climate change through scientific organizations for all the regions of the country. It’s looking rough. The cerrado may dry out due to deforestation and warming. The caatinga is projected to go from semi arid ... Read More
Dengue Outbreak Vaccination Recommendation by Pablo888
From:https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/04/1235795657/dengue-brazil-state-of-emergency-vaccineLocal expat experts in Brazil - do you recommend getting the dengue vaccination before going to Brazil?Is it easy to get immunized in ...
Im not aware of studies in the elderly with these vaccines (qdenga and the butantã one) so it wouldnt be side effects, but rather the geriatric population tends to have lower immune response so efficacy is generally the worry. in yellow fever ... Read More
New evisa requirements for travel to Brasil by timhoffnagle
Does anyone know the reasoning behind the new requirement for citizens of the U.S., Canada, and other countries? I just started applying for one and, in addition to the website being slow and not working on my phone (it seems to be just slow on my ...
You came during a brief window when it was good! it is unfortunate. fwiw the visa process for brazilians is a true nightmare so youre not alone in your suffering. Read More
New evisa requirements for travel to Brasil by timhoffnagle
Does anyone know the reasoning behind the new requirement for citizens of the U.S., Canada, and other countries? I just started applying for one and, in addition to the website being slow and not working on my phone (it seems to be just slow on my ...
Originally maybe under Bush the US imposed similar requirements on Brazilians. Brazil responded in kind as well as to some other countries if i recall right. bolsonaro was under the illusion that waiving visas would lead to a windfall of tourism and ... Read More
Dengue Outbreak Vaccination Recommendation by Pablo888
From:https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/04/1235795657/dengue-brazil-state-of-emergency-vaccineLocal expat experts in Brazil - do you recommend getting the dengue vaccination before going to Brazil?Is it easy to get immunized in ...
Ok so Dengue is largely an urban disease the mosquito that causes it tends to be more active in the day, and centers on areas with standing water, poor drainage, garbage etc. That said this is one of the worst outbreaks historically and all ... Read More
Is the Brazilian Economy Getting Stronger? by Pablo888
Just saw this about the country's economic situation:https://brazilian.report/liveblog/politics-insider/2024/03/07/fiscal-surplus-january-brazil/A high debt to GDP ratio tends to be concerning as this will put pressure on interest rates resulting in ...
I think so. the misery and gloom of the Temer and Bolsonaro years is lifting somewhat. under Bolsonaro companies were fleeing and factories closing and now foreign investment seems to be increasing drastically. inflation has hit home though and ... Read More
Best beach town in Bahia for future investment? by APATINAGE
Hi guys i am looking to buy something in a condominium in one of the beautiful beach towns in Bahia .. i already have an apartment that i bought in Vitoria Espírito Santo but looking to build a home in a more tropical beach setting i have ...
I live near some of those areas but thankfully not on the beach. I would urge caution. construction can be a nightmare finding reliable professional work and quality materials. shoddy work, subpar materials and outright scams are common. maybe ... Read More
Filing taxes... SSN of non-resident spouse by rnbtg
Has anyone crossed this bridge? If you file married separately the IRS still will want a SSN. I was reading and it looks like you can even request one in theory at a consulate though the listed docs all refer to immigration which obviously isn't the ...
Thanks! thats where its heading for me too it seems. i will have to have it done on paper. i made so little this year Im going to just wing it honestly. Read More
Filing taxes... SSN of non-resident spouse
Has anyone crossed this bridge? If you file married separately the IRS still will want a SSN. I was reading and it looks like you can even request one in theory at a consulate though the listed docs all refer to immigration which obviously isn't the ... Read More