vagantem
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Living in Costa Rica with $1500 USD per month by samramon
I wanted to post to resolve the discussion about about cost of living here. I was told $1500 a month would not be enough for my wife and I. The fact is we've lived here over a year now, bought a car, paid marchamo twice, paid RTV twice, etc ...
This is very useful information. Does anyone have insight on an apartment under $500 per month, in the City of Heredia area or within 30 minutes by a bus ride. I am seriously looking for next month. The housing section, of this site, did not have ... Read More
Where in CR to live, based on schools & jobs. by Kahuna John
Hi. Our family is planning to move from the Pacific Northwest to CR this year, and we are currently trying to decide exactly where in CR to relocate, based on school and employment opportunities. We'll have the following kids with us: 1 high ...
That was a helpful article. Thanks. I prefer working above the table. I know my choices will be more limited in CR or in a few other LATAM countries. Read More
Where in CR to live, based on schools & jobs. by Kahuna John
Hi. Our family is planning to move from the Pacific Northwest to CR this year, and we are currently trying to decide exactly where in CR to relocate, based on school and employment opportunities. We'll have the following kids with us: 1 high ...
Hi, I am curious. What is the pay for an English Teacher? Can you work for two schools to support a living? I think one job as a teach might amount to a life of only surviving. Please offer any opinion. Thanks Read More
Learning Spanish by Nicole312
Hello, Which program is better to learn Spanish Duolingo or Rosetta Stone or something else? Thank you
I was impressed with Spanish Language Transfer (SLT) and will add it to my arsenal of tools. STL is similar to the Michel Thomas method of learning Spanish, a gradual and relaxed pace of learning. Read More
Learning Spanish by Nicole312
Hello, Which program is better to learn Spanish Duolingo or Rosetta Stone or something else? Thank you
Duolingo is fantastic for learning, especially being a good product and it is free. The forum section of the program is a phenomenal tool. I would suggest using 123teachme.com, Fluencia, Spanishdict.com and Foreign Service Institute Basic Spanish ... Read More
Nicaragua on a budget $100 USD per day. by vagantem
I would welcome advice on communities to rent an apartment with AC, in communities outside of the Managua. I have research some options on the most popular websites. I am asking to hear personal recommendation and experiences of communities ...
I had a successful trip to Nicaragua. HeyBlue and Pancho 2, your advice was helpful while in the country. I will add Central America to my list of places to frequent. Without counting airfare, spending less than $90 a day is easily achievable while ... Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has admittedwhat many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt (of $72 billion). Tragic. This will (and has for some time) have major consequences for the economy and the value of assets held in PR. If ...
Report questions whether Puerto Rico debt issued illegally By DANICA COTO Associated Press http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/C/CB_PUERTO_RICO_ECONOMIC_CRISIS?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2016-06-02-10-07-11 SAN JUAN, ... Read More
Insurance coverage in Dominican Republic by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Dominican Republic: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other ...
Hi. Does Universal and Humano only offer plans for coverage in the DR? I was looking for something which additionally covers Central America and South American. Thanks Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has admittedwhat many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt (of $72 billion). Tragic. This will (and has for some time) have major consequences for the economy and the value of assets held in PR. If ...
Is this 11 Billion inclusive of the $73 Billion? Puerto Rico senate turns over bond fraud probe to FBI By Caribbean News Now ... Read More
Tourist Visa by vagantem
How complicated and argues is obtaining a tourist visa for a Nicaragua citizen? I reviewed the steps on the embassy website. It does not provide the success rate or amount of visas issued annually. Thanks.
Yes, I imagine that would have been helpful to indicate the destination country. I am seeking advice on a tourist visa and/or a student visa for the USA. The procedural steps are on the embassy's web page, but the reality of success is not ... Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has admittedwhat many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt (of $72 billion). Tragic. This will (and has for some time) have major consequences for the economy and the value of assets held in PR. If ...
Puerto Rico Bill to Obama by July 1 Is `Feasible,' Bishop Says http://www.bloomberg.com/politics/articles/2016-05-09/puerto-rico-bill-to-obama-by-july-1-is-feasible-bishop-says Finalmente Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has admittedwhat many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt (of $72 billion). Tragic. This will (and has for some time) have major consequences for the economy and the value of assets held in PR. If ...
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-05-09/lew-says-puerto-rico-s-fiscal-crisis-exacting-a-human-toll U.S. Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew said the future of 3.5 million Americans in Puerto Rico in the hands of Congress. His department has ... Read More
Tourist Visa
How complicated and argues is obtaining a tourist visa for a Nicaragua citizen? I reviewed the steps on the embassy website. It does not provide the success rate or amount of visas issued annually. Thanks. Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has admittedwhat many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt (of $72 billion). Tragic. This will (and has for some time) have major consequences for the economy and the value of assets held in PR. If ...
Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rica are working on closer ties to improve trade. As a group, the block should lobby against the Jones Act. Having easier access to respective markets and the short distance, benefits all. Investors are hungry ... Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has admittedwhat many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt (of $72 billion). Tragic. This will (and has for some time) have major consequences for the economy and the value of assets held in PR. If ...
My opinion is aligned with your scepticism of an oversight board. Yes, the republican voice only wishes not to loose an election. All others which do not think as them, and the indifferent majority goes along for the ride. I am on the fence also. ... Read More