Karin1
Serial expatCanadian expat in Dominican Republic
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Pre-con price hikes at delivery... by Antonio_REMAX
For those that bought pre-construction 2-3 years ago and have taken or will take possession soon, has the builder demanded more money as per the contract you signed? Looking to buy a pre-construction with delivery in 2025... A little worried with ...
@sueh234Seems like you hit the jackpot on this. I hope your new place is exactly as you expected. Please let us know here once you get in and use it. Read More
How do I choose an air conditioner? by KerinaS
I have rented an unfurnished apartment. How do I choose the correct split ACs for the different rooms? The hookup is their from a previous renter.
@plannerI think he meant to replace the one that was there with a new one. Read More
How do I choose an air conditioner? by KerinaS
I have rented an unfurnished apartment. How do I choose the correct split ACs for the different rooms? The hookup is their from a previous renter.
@TippjSounds like you hit the jackpot with this arrangement Read More
Container houses by hocevartomi
Buenos dias ,I am planning to get a small plot of land and put a container house on it, I have just started my research.I would do the majority my self but I dont know where to start paper-wise, what permits do I need, do I need an architect ...
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56For sure. I am not telling anyone to break the law, I am saying, dont shut down your dreams or give up just because someone says so, esp when the someones dont know the laws themselves. Read More
Container houses by hocevartomi
Buenos dias ,I am planning to get a small plot of land and put a container house on it, I have just started my research.I would do the majority my self but I dont know where to start paper-wise, what permits do I need, do I need an architect ...
I think with calculated risk comes rewards, knowing the risks before you begin and that is what we are discussing. There are some people that have taken risks to build their dream homes here (or people like myself who chose to rent) and there are ... Read More
Container houses by hocevartomi
Buenos dias ,I am planning to get a small plot of land and put a container house on it, I have just started my research.I would do the majority my self but I dont know where to start paper-wise, what permits do I need, do I need an architect ...
There is a place in Punta Cana that has shipping containers. While its a good idea to check before you go ahead, I doubt very much you need any permits because there are a lot less rules here and not many to enforce them. If you were going to do ... Read More
Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Dominican Republic, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
If a tenant requests to remove or leave out the clause that says "10% increase in rent after 12 months", then they can stay in the apartment forever without rent increases until the court says otherwise which is going to take months if not ... Read More
Container houses by hocevartomi
Buenos dias ,I am planning to get a small plot of land and put a container house on it, I have just started my research.I would do the majority my self but I dont know where to start paper-wise, what permits do I need, do I need an architect ...
Are we talking about a shipping container, the ones they put on cargo ships with all the goods we buy from China or other places? If yes, a ship container is going to withstand brutal storms as they come across the seas. Its ... Read More
Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Dominican Republic, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
When I signed my leases I tried to get them to remove the 1 year rent increase of 10%, hardly seem fair to me. The contract does not say, up to 10%, it says rent will automatically increase by 10% at the end of the lease if you continue to stay. ... Read More
Rude & Disrespectful Folks in Punta Cana by Conifer
no respect for personal space.no order, everyone cuts in linepeople look you up and down to judge you based on appearance.no smileno seeking to understandif they can cheat you off of 50 pesos at the market, they willno one follows instructionsyou ...
@sparks1093Very true. A wise old man told me it costs nothing to be nice and when you do that, you get it in return. Read More
Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Dominican Republic, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
I want to comment on rental apartment living and monthly expenses in Punta Cana. As I am told, this is the most costly area to live. I am here only 4-6 months a year in fall (sometimes) and winter months. If you sign a one year lease your rent is ... Read More
MLS type service update by john3333
As far as a fully functional MLS as per the US and Canadian MLS systems, no we are not there yet.Let me give you some background on who we are and why we have launched this website.I have lived in Sosua for almost 2 years and my partner Ed the ...
I happen to know many of those "real estate" people who rent or sell properties, they are operating without cedula. YOU SHOULD always request a copy of the cedula, front and back, so you can find them in the future if you need to! Home address is ... Read More
New Cost of Cleaner in Punta Cana by Conifer
It used to be (within the last 2-3 yrs), one could hire a cleaning person for 1200 pesos per day...1500 pesos was really good pay. That was for someone to come clean and maybe even cook lunch. 800 ft2 1-bed apt. Punta Cana Village.Now, ...
@windeguyWith adventure comes risks. In this case it was her life but she would never have known that when she started her journey. Thanks for sharing this book, I would like to read it too. Read More
New Cost of Cleaner in Punta Cana by Conifer
It used to be (within the last 2-3 yrs), one could hire a cleaning person for 1200 pesos per day...1500 pesos was really good pay. That was for someone to come clean and maybe even cook lunch. 800 ft2 1-bed apt. Punta Cana Village.Now, ...
@windeguyGood idea, I wont tell anyone my new plans Read More
Looking for people who love cats by Conifer
Raise your hands! Who loves cats and do you have cats here?
I didnt answer your question. My last cat loves going outside in my back yard where she sits in the sun and she catches any mice and guards the territory! I dont bring her to Punta Cana because I dont want her to go outside and get in trouble ... Read More