Buying Real Estate in Ecuador

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Use a licensed realtor -- known as a corredor de bienes raices (CBR) this is an individual who has taken courses in the legalities, ethics and special issues of buying and selling real property in the country of Ecuador. (Continue Reading)

ATM ~ Cajero Automatic: using your ATM card in Ecuador Tip #1

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You probably know that Ecuador is more of a cash society than a credit card society. You also probably know that bills of $5O and $1OO are very difficult to cash here into small denominations and anything larger than a $2O may not be acceptable

You certainly do not want to travel with a pocket full of bills so the best thing to do is bring your ATM card. (Continue Reading)

Ecuador Jewelry Going Worldwide

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Earrings, bracelets and necklaces made by women in Otavalo are in demand at US boutiques. Twice a month, the tagua and turquoise items are sent to the US by air, 100 kilos of these crafts. (Continue Reading)

Health Insurance -- Is your medication covered?

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Since you will not be able to use your American insurance or Medicare in Ecuador, you may look to secure health insurance. Be sure that your chosen insurance actually covers your medications. (Continue Reading)

Word of Advice re Paperwork for visas, etc!

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BRING 3 SETS OF DOCUMENTS...all apostilled, etc! There seems to always be changes that require another set of docs, and it's a real pain in the butt if you have to try to get more notarized, apostilled docs from States after you've moved down here!! (Continue Reading)