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ohmmmm

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American expat in Dominican Republic

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Registration: 29 September 2014

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ohmmmm replied to a thread
7 years ago
ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãlife4us

Considering N. Shore for villa purchase-how to avoid the expat price? by ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãlife4us

Hi everyone, I am new as a member of the forum, but have found it helpful and wanted to be more active. My wife and already own s vacation rental property in the El Corticito/Bavaro area near Punta Cana. The condo is very nice 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths 2 ...

ohmmmm

I recommend Joe Ciotti CENTURY 21 Juan Perdomo WhatsApp: *** Remember, you are in charge of the offering price. People have all kinds of reasons for selling and some may take a much lower price than the asking price. It does not hurt to bid ... Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

Successes in your career in Dominican Republic by Priscilla

Hello, Becoming an expat means starting over in a new country, and a lot of times that also means starting over in your career as well. How have your skills and experiences evolved since moving to the Dominican Republic? What does being ...

ohmmmm

I live in Cabarete and feel safe here. For me I would feel a bit uncomfortable if I lived in a house in the hills unless it was a guarded community. Each area and neighborhood has its reputation, so I can't really respond with a general ... Read More

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7 years ago
Hyperboles

Opening a new business in DR by Hyperboles

Hi every one, I'm looking for expats who actually opened a business in DR, to hear from you the dos ans donts in the procedure. Best regards, Myriam.

ohmmmm

Yes Planner, building a hotel and starting a new corporation to do so would entail a huge amount of paperwork and problems and time and expense in addition to the construction nightmare. I would not advise anyone to do that. Best to buy something ... Read More

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7 years ago
Hyperboles

Opening a new business in DR by Hyperboles

Hi every one, I'm looking for expats who actually opened a business in DR, to hear from you the dos ans donts in the procedure. Best regards, Myriam.

ohmmmm

When I came here 8 years ago opening a company was fairly easy. But in my case, I bought a property that was already owned by a corporation, so I bought all the shares and that was super simple. Read More

ohmmmm replied to a thread
7 years ago
Hyperboles

Opening a new business in DR by Hyperboles

Hi every one, I'm looking for expats who actually opened a business in DR, to hear from you the dos ans donts in the procedure. Best regards, Myriam.

ohmmmm

Health2018, I have a successful boutique hotel here in the DR for 8 years. The beachfront hotel has 26 rentable rooms plus my home overlooking the beach and ocean. I would be happy to answer any questions. Read More

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7 years ago
Dmosby01

Starting a business by Dmosby01

I’m looking to open a bar restaurant night club in the Puerta Plata area I’ve been reading all the posts and the answer is that everybody’s been getting and I need to get some information because I really want to move there and ...

ohmmmm

You will have to ask some specific questions to get a better answer. I moved here without speaking Spanish and I managed to do ok. I was a bit foolish and just jumped in without a lot of background and research done. Only a couple of trips. ... Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

Successes in your career in Dominican Republic by Priscilla

Hello, Becoming an expat means starting over in a new country, and a lot of times that also means starting over in your career as well. How have your skills and experiences evolved since moving to the Dominican Republic? What does being ...

ohmmmm

I moved to the Dominican Republic and bought a Hotel on the beach. I was burn't out from my job and had the dream of living in a beautiful sunny place on the beach. I wasn't really looking for another job working for someone else and I did ... Read More

ohmmmm replied to a thread
9 years ago
Caribbean wantabe

Where to live in the DR by Caribbean wantabe

Dear Planner I'm responding to your post about living in La Romana. My husband and I are currently researching and considering a possible move to the DR. I have Dominican friends who live in Santiago and I have visited there, but not my ...

ohmmmm

There can be a big cultural shock over the first year here. So, I always suggest someone rent a place for a year to get used to the country and how it works and such. Many people have mis-conceptions of the place and adjusting to what the place is ... Read More

ohmmmm replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Dominican Republic by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Dominican Republic ? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Dominican Republic ? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in ...

ohmmmm

Don't be too scared about the above advice its just meant to let you know that its important to have a good attorney involved. Also, if the attorney gives you any indication that there is a dispute about the title or a Dominican family with ... Read More

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10 years ago
richewert

starting a business in the Dominican Republic by richewert

Good Morning, i am interested in starting a business in the Dominican Republic with a local resident, my question will there be a lot of legal issues that would surround doing a joint venture with a local person, and using my USA corporation as a ...

ohmmmm

One thing I have learned here is to always do everything you can by contract with a good attorney and get an accountant involved right away. This advice is particularly important when hiring people who work with you. Also, find a good lawyer to ... Read More

ohmmmm replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Dominican Republic by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Dominican Republic ? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Dominican Republic ? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in ...

ohmmmm

I think the dislinde is necessary no matter the ownership structure, but what is most important is a good lawyer. When working with lawyers and anyone here, there is a fine line between pushing them or reminding them and also respecting them. In ... Read More

ohmmmm replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Dominican Republic by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Dominican Republic ? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Dominican Republic ? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in ...

ohmmmm

A few years ago there was a huge backlog of properties that needed a dislinde and it was taking three years to do. I believe its now down to two years or less and the price of a dislinde has declined as well. I would not buy a property without one. Read More