LindaMarie
American expat in Belize
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About me
American
Lives in Ambergris Caye
Speaks I speak English and am trying to learn Spanish
Registration: 09 July 2016
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any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
We didn't build, we bought a home that was already built. It's a wood structure so we have a lot of problems to deal with. Maintenance living on the ocean is way more than we had anticipated. For example, we just power-washed, sanded, re ... Read More
any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? by Alt627
Anyone have any thoughts on Menonite houses and custom built houses? We don't need a lot of indoor space. Just like to avoid 10 months of construction if possible. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks Al
I don't know if you are still considering container living, but if so there is a new place north of town in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye that is called The Truck Stop. They have imported 6 containers (20ft) and turned them into a couple of ... Read More
Customer care in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Belize and ...
I agree about some Chinese supermarkets, they can make you feel like you are just an inconvenience to their day. Read More
Customer care in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Belize and ...
To reply to your post about customer service: Yes, I think in Belize there is great customer service in general in stores. They are very friendly and helpful to find things you are looking for. I live on Ambergris Caye, so I shop in San Pedro and ... Read More
Considering moving to Ambergriss Caye by margewest
My husband and I are considering moving to Ambergris Caye. We are retired. Trying to gather information on cost of living. My husband is retired and I am self employed as a longarm quilter running a successful business. That income would not be ...
I believe it is just the $2,000. There is a good site to read more, it is www.belizefirst.com/qrpupdate. Read More
Considering moving to Ambergriss Caye by margewest
My husband and I are considering moving to Ambergris Caye. We are retired. Trying to gather information on cost of living. My husband is retired and I am self employed as a longarm quilter running a successful business. That income would not be ...
yes, but I don't think you can bring them across the border. You can buy strawberries here but they cost up to $10 for a small container and are often not too fresh. I have seen blueberries too but they are also 5 times the price of in the ... Read More
Considering moving to Ambergriss Caye by margewest
My husband and I are considering moving to Ambergris Caye. We are retired. Trying to gather information on cost of living. My husband is retired and I am self employed as a longarm quilter running a successful business. That income would not be ...
Sure living simply is eating local foods, not imported things, giving up fancy dinners out, imported spirits, and nice wine. Also a modest home that does not require a lot of upkeep. If you are in a condo then there are those associated fees. If ... Read More
Considering moving to Ambergriss Caye by margewest
My husband and I are considering moving to Ambergris Caye. We are retired. Trying to gather information on cost of living. My husband is retired and I am self employed as a longarm quilter running a successful business. That income would not be ...
Hi Becky, Realtors will tell you what you need to hear, after all it is their selling you on the Island that earns their living. Can you substitute the berries...what about fresh coconut water, papaya, mango, pineapple, and many other local ... Read More
Considering moving to Ambergriss Caye by margewest
My husband and I are considering moving to Ambergris Caye. We are retired. Trying to gather information on cost of living. My husband is retired and I am self employed as a longarm quilter running a successful business. That income would not be ...
Considering moving to Ambergriss Caye by margewest
My husband and I are considering moving to Ambergris Caye. We are retired. Trying to gather information on cost of living. My husband is retired and I am self employed as a longarm quilter running a successful business. That income would not be ...
Hi Marge West, My husband and I live on Ambergris Caye also and our cost of living is much higher than the other response you received. She is on the budget plan. I think it would be more like $3K a month. We have expact insurance (mostly for ... Read More