Chazzy
American expat in Dominican Republic
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15
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American
Registration: 18 July 2024
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BEST SETTINGS FOR A/C EFFICIENCY
Hello all,I'm wondering if there are any HVAC/energy people on the forum, if so, I'm wondering what the most efficient setup is for cooling my house. I am unable to find any specific information online about this location. Outside of different ... Read More
Any tips on advertising small landscaping business?
Hello all. I'm Charles. I have been living in La Romana for a year, Bonao for 4 years prior to that. I am originally from the States. I have done remote work since I've been on the island, but I was hoping to pick up some extra work doing ... Read More
Opening a bank account and getting my property furnished by Francescamunroe
Hi all. I am living in the uk but have been to the DR many times and love it so much i bought a property last year..... it was suposed to be completed in january but yes you guessed it still isnt completed but thats fine and i expected that. What ...
@planner Piggybacking on this question...what needs to be in the letter from my US bank? And do I need to provide proof of income? Read More
Ferry between Santo Domingo and San Juan by WayneColeman
I always fly, but I am considering taking the ferry. Anyone with experience with the Ferria Del Caribe that goes between Santo Domingo and San Juan. Looks quite interesting.
@WayneColeman Thanks so much for this review! Is $300 roundtrip price for a car and passenger? Or just passenger? Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
@planner Thanks for the info! Will save me some time digging around. Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
Hello again. So I've been trying to research "cheaper" options for my electric here in La Romana because Edeste is HORRIBLE. I don't know why but there are endless outages averaging probably twice a week. I lived in Bonao and had Edenorte for 4 ... Read More
Health Insurance by dougbarkhouse59
I am moving to Dominican. What is the best way to get health insurance by there from someone or buy it here in Canada before I leave?
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Really? Wow, thanks for the heads-up Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
I've never even HEARD of any private suppliers. Are their rates ridiculously high? Read More
Health Insurance by dougbarkhouse59
I am moving to Dominican. What is the best way to get health insurance by there from someone or buy it here in Canada before I leave?
Thanks so much. I will look into those Read More
Health Insurance by dougbarkhouse59
I am moving to Dominican. What is the best way to get health insurance by there from someone or buy it here in Canada before I leave?
Hello. So much good info here! I have temporary residency in DR (I've been here 5 years). Heretofore I have traveled to the States once or twice a year and did my check-ups (dental and medical) because I have coverage there. I have Medicare via ... Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
Hello. I am with Edeeste. I am in La Romana Oeste. In the last 3 or 4 months especially there have been an excessive amount of power outages (if the newspaper called it "unprecedented"). I understand that this to be expected. And that there is ... Read More
Dating, getting engaged and marrying a Dominican Girl by Jay012394
Good afternoon, I am new to the expat community/forums and I wanted to create an updated forum/article related to dating in the dominican republic, as well as getting engaged and marrying a dominican. My dominican friend introduced me to one of ...
So I'm "new" to the forum so I'm just replying to this thread. But this is one of the areas I have experience in (for what it's worth!)...I have been in the DR for five years. I married my wife, a Dominican native, just over 3 years ago. This was ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
@plannerLol. No, not at all! But there are always things to discover! Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hello all! My name is Charles. I am a US native (Massachusetts by way of North Carolina). I have lived in the DR for 5 years now. It is definitely "home" but, of course, there are things I miss in the States! Happy to be a part of this group! Read More