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wndysgoodlife

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American looking for information about Dominican Republic

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Registration: 30 May 2023

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wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
3 months ago
TexasBornAndBred

Mosquitoes by TexasBornAndBred

I know this has been discussed in various threads but in general are there more mosquitoes on the north coast vs Santo Domingo vs Punta Cana vs mountainous region (Jarabacoa)? We’re coming for the first time at the end of July/ beginning of ...

wndysgoodlife

Has anyone tried Avon Skin So Soft bath oil as a mosquito repellent? I use it constantly in the U.S. and it does the trick. Not bad for your skin either. I put it on full strength or take a bath. Both seem to work. Read More

wndysgoodlife created a thread
11 months ago

Apply for residency in the D.R. 1st step home country

Hello All,Does anyone have the website for the residency application for the D.R. from the consulate in the United States? The only one I can find is the website in Spanish. I'm learning Spanish, but not quite that good yet. Thanks in advance for ... Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
planner

Personal Update by planner

Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...

wndysgoodlife

Take time and heal! Glad you are recovering! Thank you for all that you do. Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
planner

Personal Update by planner

Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...

wndysgoodlife

Take care. Heal quickly and thank you for all that you do! Dr. Aponte and a pain pump it is! I hope you can move past this and be pain free! Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
GregInTheDR

Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR

First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo Este - ...

wndysgoodlife

@rgwsfHi. So please tell me about your experience and what you had to do. Thanks, Wendy Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
2VPsoldier

BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier

Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...

wndysgoodlife

I'm trying to weigh options and am sort of nervous buying a used vehicle. Also concerned about a car I don't know that well breaking down. I usually buy new and keep it forever. My car now is a 2005 Toyota Matrix. It'll be time for a new one in ... Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
2VPsoldier

BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier

Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...

wndysgoodlife

Wow! Sounds exactly like what I hoped. Really good info.! Thanks so much! Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
2VPsoldier

BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier

Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...

wndysgoodlife

Thank you all for replying. Definitely something to think on!!! Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
2VPsoldier

BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier

Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...

wndysgoodlife

@plannerHi. I was planning on buying a new car in the States and then having it shipped. Isn't this better than buying a used car in the D.R.?Thanks for your advice. Wendy Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
CourtneyY

Driving in the Dominican Republic by CourtneyY

My family and I are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic at the end of February 2024. We will be arriving in Santo Domingo, renting a car and driving to Bayahibe for a few days and then to the Samana Peninsula for a few days before we fly back ...

wndysgoodlife

Good to know! Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
CourtneyY

Driving in the Dominican Republic by CourtneyY

My family and I are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic at the end of February 2024. We will be arriving in Santo Domingo, renting a car and driving to Bayahibe for a few days and then to the Samana Peninsula for a few days before we fly back ...

wndysgoodlife

Hi Everyone,I drove from Punta Cana to Samana and L.T. Roads were fine until Google maps or Waze sent me on an old sugarcane highway route 4 or 7? I call it The Road From Hell!If you see a lot of old dump trucks filled with dirt, turn around!!! ... Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
CHRISTOPHER DAVID56

GOOD ARTICLE TO READ ABOUT PURCHASE PROPERTY by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56

https://dominicantoday.com/dr/expats-corner/2023/07/05/understand-this-before-you-reserve-real-estate-in-the-dominican-republic/

wndysgoodlife

@UkuleleFrank Thanks so much for this useful information. I contacted the attorney's office you recommended and am trying to buy a pre-construction in Bayahibe. I'm sorry your deal didn't work out. Hopefully, you can find something soon with a good ... Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
wndysgoodlife

information about investment realtor in Bayahibe by wndysgoodlife

Hi,I am looking to buy a condo in Bayahibe and am working with L*** 1 Real estate? The girl is M***.Thanks so much.Wendy

wndysgoodlife

@youngpong Hi Youngpong,I would love to hear more about your new home in the D.R. as I just signed a reservation letter on a pre-construction in Bayahibe and am so new at buying over seas. Any advice or helpful hints? Thanks so much, in advance. ... Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
wndysgoodlife

information about investment realtor in Bayahibe by wndysgoodlife

Hi,I am looking to buy a condo in Bayahibe and am working with L*** 1 Real estate? The girl is M***.Thanks so much.Wendy

wndysgoodlife

Hi,Does anyone have a recommendation for a closing attorney (English speaking) for real estate in the United States or D.R.? Read More

wndysgoodlife replied to a thread
last year
wndysgoodlife

information about investment realtor in Bayahibe by wndysgoodlife

Hi,I am looking to buy a condo in Bayahibe and am working with L*** 1 Real estate? The girl is M***.Thanks so much.Wendy

wndysgoodlife

Hi,Thanks. My question is, does anyone know this real estate group or have experience dealing with them? Read More