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Lives in Santo André

Speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish

Registration: 01 May 2018

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sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
alan279

Hydrogen Economy by alan279

I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...

sprealestatebroker

Jimmy Dore -I'm not doubting what you're saying.I'm just doubting him. I know what Americans have done in other countries. And quite often, it's a crony, with connections to someone in power. I'm pretty sure the world knows. I have absolutely no ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
drsebas88

Can a self-employed person sponsor a work visa for themselves? by drsebas88

Hello,I recently moved to Brazil on a digital nomad visa. I am self-employed and work in mental health and coaching with US residents. I am seeing an opportunity to do some great work here, but to do this I would need more time than what a digital ...

sprealestatebroker

Hello, I recently moved to Brazil on a digital nomad visa. I am self-employed and work in mental health and coaching with US residents. I am seeing an opportunity to do some great work here, but to do this I would need more time than what a digital ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
californiainbrazil

Filing IRPF by californiainbrazil

My understanding was that I need to file an IRPF form for 2024 as I purchased a property in Brazil over the threshold amount. I am a foreigner who has not been in Brazil more than 180 days during the year. When I tried to send the online form, it ...

sprealestatebroker

@Fentium Thanks for the link. I was able to download the software and complete the form, but I still get the error when transmitting the form since I am not a resident and my CPF shows as living outside of Brazil, I cannot submit it. I have checked ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
martinsan

Seguro fiança by martinsan

Has anyone tried to use seguro fiança to rent a property without having a formal job or income declared in Brazil? What are the chances of getting approved in that case? Assuming CPF is not "sujo"

sprealestatebroker

Has anyone tried to use seguro fiança to rent a property without having a formal job or income declared in Brazil? What are the chances of getting approved in that case? Assuming CPF is not "sujo" - @martinsan I've done paperwork processing ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
alan279

Hydrogen Economy by alan279

I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...

sprealestatebroker

As an American I appreciate your condescension. I think we both recognize as opposed to that sweeping brush you just painted us with that, it is some americans just like it is some of the people in every country. Every country has people below ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
martinsan

Opening first bank account - Any recommendations? by martinsan

I am doing a bit of research about bank accounts in Brasil. My idea is to use it wherever my UK card isn't accepted and also for PIX transfers. Not planning to hold much money in that account. I will make small transfers from the UK using Western ...

sprealestatebroker

I am doing a bit of research about bank accounts in Brasil. My idea is to use it wherever my UK card isn't accepted and also for PIX transfers. Not planning to hold much money in that account. I will make small transfers from the UK using Western ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
Cheryl

Preventive care in Brazil by Cheryl

Hello everyone, As an expat in Brazil, taking care of your health would be one of your main priorities. Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in keeping fit and healthy. We therefore would like to invite you to share your insights on ...

sprealestatebroker

Hello everyone, As an expat in Brazil, taking care of your health would be one of your main priorities. Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in keeping fit and healthy. We therefore would like to invite you to share your insights on ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
sortitoot

how difficult is legally owning a firearm in brazil for an expat. by sortitoot

I was reading about it somewhere, i would need to have had citizenship or something for 4 years if memory serves. cant find the legislation now. but how feasible is it do you think?

sprealestatebroker

I was reading about it somewhere, i would need to have had citizenship or something for 4 years if memory serves. cant find the legislation now. but how feasible is it do you think? - @sortitoot I know a handful of legit sporting good dealers who ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
alan279

Hydrogen Economy by alan279

I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...

sprealestatebroker

I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
alan279

Hydrogen Economy by alan279

I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...

sprealestatebroker

@alan279 Does anyone know of any hydrogen projects in Brazil? - @alan279 Plenty as it is. Just follow the news. Your objections notwithstanding.Same naysayers were the types who claimed there was no oil in Brazil, or automotive manufacturing ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
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🕵

sprealestatebroker

Did I see this right? Is the American Dollar worth almost 6 Reais? Roddie in Retirement🕵 - @roddiesho 5,76 today. Demand for dollars might fall here on. The Bilateral trade with China no longer require US dollars. And we trade with ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
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

sprealestatebroker

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 - ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
2 months ago
californiainbrazil

Buying an Apartment without Matricula by californiainbrazil

I saw an apartment I was interested in but the detail on the apartment said "Não possui RGI. Negociação será através de contrato de compra e venda". I thought the only way to register a property was through a ...

sprealestatebroker

I saw an apartment I was interested in but the detail on the apartment said "Não possui RGI. Negociação será através de contrato de compra e venda". I thought the only way to register a property was through a ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
7 months ago
sprealestatebroker

This is why you never buy a beachfront home or plot in Brazil by sprealestatebroker

The link below is an online article published by the Globo ( same as the one who owns a broadcasting and newsprint concern ) on its online format.In short, some wealthy folks built beachfront properties razing over native coastal vegetation , and ...

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Just one clarification to all, and not Peter.1-The Environmental guidelines do not prevent one to buy coastline property. 2.The Environmental Guidelines only prohibits to build structures on sparsely settled coastal regions. All such regions are ... Read More

sprealestatebroker replied to a thread
7 months ago
sprealestatebroker

This is why you never buy a beachfront home or plot in Brazil by sprealestatebroker

The link below is an online article published by the Globo ( same as the one who owns a broadcasting and newsprint concern ) on its online format.In short, some wealthy folks built beachfront properties razing over native coastal vegetation , and ...

sprealestatebroker

I do not understand in this day and age why anyone in their right mind would buy property that close to the ocean, especially at a low elevation.  Also, isn't Ubatuba surrounded by protected rainforest, a park and protected marine ... Read More