cost of living for a family of 4 mom dad on 15yr old and one 12 yr old

Last activity 22 May 2017 by brodies2013

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wllib1New member21 May 2017 23:27:55

We are considering a move to cabrera. We would rent for a year before making a final decision. It seems that the cost of living forums on the dr are all over the place. I am looking for cost of schooling for our 12 year old my 15yr old would do online. I would want to get descent insurance for all of us, basic cost of groceries (we would eat local, not worried about captain crunch). Maybe basic cell phone plans for 4 and internet cost. I am not to worried about entertainment cost. I am sure there are things I am missing and there are 500 questions I have, but this is a start. We would not be making the move to live like kings, just basic simple life and integrate into both the local and expat community. I am looking for a realistic budget to go by.

Bob KVIP Member22 May 2017 02:08:22

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With your situation and not living like kings but comfortably and securely you are probably looking a budget of $3000 a month or so. Rent, food, education, transportation, electricity will be your biggest budget items.

Bob K

plannerDominican Republic Expert22 May 2017 12:21:15

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Wow Bob that much in Cabrera? Somehow I thought Cabrera was more rural and less expensive. I would expect that budget in Sosua or Cabarete.

I just dont know enough about Cabrera.

Bob KVIP Member22 May 2017 17:20:42

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Once you get into the better housing market there the price goes up. And services are just as expensive there

Bob K

brodies2013Serial expat22 May 2017 21:18:58

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You can live on considerably less than that in Cabrera, but it depends on accommodations. There are apartments to be rented for really cheap...and then mega-mansions...that I'm thinking aren't in the equation for a family of 4 on a budget. I know a couple and a family with 3 kids who live on 1500-1800 per month. But, you will need transportation too...

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