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Monicasusan06

11/24/2016 15:11 EST

I am looking at a possible move. I have made approx 10 trips to the Negril area and have made friends and a relationship. I research constantly and am aware of employment regulations. I would be living with and possibly marrying a national. I am 8 yrs from collecting retirement income. What I can't find info on is if there is a need for white American hairdressers in the big resorts? My idea is to cater to white women during their destination weddings. I come from the humid Midwest and have 32 yrs experience doing all aspects of haircare. During my next visit this spring or summer, I plans on visiting as many resorts as possible to see if there is a need and possibly secure a job offer. I have great respect for the country regulating jobs to outsiders. The US has large amounts of unemployment and no regulation. I would like to find my acceptable place in the Jamaica work force until I can collect retirement. Also by marrying a national, I realize that eliminates my need for a work visa, but does that also mean I am eligible for any job, even if it can be filled by a national. I try to learn more each time I am there about shopping at farmers markets, local customs and fitting in. It is the kindness of the people, the apparent respect for each other and slower pace that appeals to me vs. the stressful " race to death", selfish attitude in America. I grew up in town of 200 people in and area of tiny Christian towns where life was more simple and we looked out for one another. Jamaica reminds me so much of that with the beauty of the tropics. I can't afford to live on the beach in the US but really think I can do so there. I appreciate all input.

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almostretired

12/13/2016 14:06 EST

It's wonderful that you love Jamaica but please be careful. There are a lot of kind and lovely people in Jamaica but there are also some rogues here. Just like the USA and the UK there are scondrels you have to look out for.

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LoriB

12/19/2016 09:37 EST

Hi Monica,

The big resorts have their own salons and spas, and there are also other people providing hair and makeup services especially for wedding parties.

Not to say it can't be done, but it would be almost like going there to be a taxi driver or open a restaurant, many doing it.

Even if a hotel wanted to hire you, some of them are in arrears on their tax situations and will not be able to sign off on the paperwork you would need from them. I say this knowing someone who dealt with them same way.

How do you know you can't afford to live on the beach in the US? I have been learning about real estate and such in Florida. The beach communities know they have to keep rental properties available for service workers to live in the area because housing prices are so high. I was surprised that for some of the selling prices of multi-family properties, the rents they are receiving are kind of low. Example: 2-apartment property offered at $300K, collecting rent of $700 and $800.

Also the Fla beach communities are kind of sweet, many have their post offices located in the back of gift shops. Many towns have a weekly local markets, folks from all over the world, appreciation of outdoor living, tropical environment/plants.

If you are serious on Jamaica, you need to spend at least 3 months at a time, on several occasions. You would need to do that anyway, just to explore getting a job or starting a business.

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