adminee
10/16/2020 11:21 EST
Welcome to the Guatemala forum. If you're new or have been using the forum a long time, please take a few minutes to introduce yourself and tell us a bit about yourself and your life abroad. If you're a newcomer and have questions about living in Guatemala, post your introduction here and your questions and comments in a new topic.
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treborsmada58
3/2/2023 00:07 EST
My wife, Gulia, and I just came back from a magical 10 day vacation, with friends, in Antigua and Panajachel, Guatemala. We fell in love and are planning our escape from the USA in the next 1-2 years. Our goal is to establish a NFP foundation to provide sanctuary for homeless dogs in the Lago Atitlan area.
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Feldmundo
2/27/2023 00:29 EST
How was the move with your dog.?
We also traveled with a 64 lb Labradoodle. We had her trained as a service dog, and traveling was great. If you need a good vet in Antigua area, let me know... We are transitioning to Antigua from las Vegas... and bought a home during Covid
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Feldmundo
2/27/2023 00:06 EST
Feldmundo is my username and I am a US resident and also live in Antigua Guatemala. I will be running my business to assist people considering a move to Guatemala and other CA countries, as well as Mexico. I will be a guide and liaison, and connect them with vetted real estate agents, and legal representation. I have worked in the hospitality business over 25 years, managed properties as a community manager, worked for high wealth families managing their properties, owned short term rental properties in Europe and Guatemala, and presently a Broker/Salesperson in Real Estate with Simply Vegas in Las Vegas Nevada. My wife and I have two grown, children and a dog Mila.
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canadian79
11/15/2022 10:05 EST
I can't speak from experience here in regards to Guatemala health care aside from dentistry, where they have a thriving dental industry some of which caters to tourists. But I have seen in Guatemala city that there are a range of private services operating, and the most impressive to me has been BlueMedical. They have a medical center at the very trendy little area in zona 4 called the Quo.
This area is also home to about 10 major towers, mixed residencial and commercial, La Torre (food store) and Smart Fit gym are there and several buildings all face each other with a lovely courtyard in the middle, many restaurants and an open air restaurant. I think the area is worth a visit if spending some time in Guate.
BlueMedical operates ambulances and I believe they have both medical clinics and hospitals here. I'm not sure of the costs, they might be relatively expensive... but all of their facilities and ambulances in particular seem very modern. I see other ambulances that sometimes look like they from a different era, and then BlueMedical with this fleet of brand new vehicles.
Their site is https://mibluemedical.com/blue-medical-para-tu-familia/
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canadian79
11/7/2022 10:43 EST
I'm a digital nomad from Canada. My first few years traveling were spent in Europe, first Spain, then Romania, Bulgaria. Since 2019 I've lived in various countries in Latin America, currently residing in Guatemala.
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Gypsy180
10/14/2022 16:18 EST
I am a 55 year old American citizen who is married to a Guatemalan citizen. I plan to retire in Guatemala in 5 to 8 years or so. My wife has a home there that I helped purchase.
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PilotAmber
9/19/2022 11:23 EST
Hello there! I'm an aviation attorney, helicopter pilot & circus/aerial artist looking to relocate from SoCal to Antigua (or possibly Lake Atitlan). I have a nearly one year old daughter. My partner is an avid rock climber, hiker, and general outdoorsman. Now that I'm working remotely full time (thanks, COVID!), the world is my oyster and I've convinced my partner that we should look into living in Guatemala. He's agreed to 'try it out' for 6 months, but I'm hoping that he will fall in love with the country as much as I have. I've spent a bit of time in Guatemala, mostly at Lake Atitlan, Antigua, and around Tikal. I'm really looking for genuine community - to show my daughter that there is more to life than what you find here in the US. In order to convince my partner that Guatemala is the place for us, I'm really looking for 4 things - 1) affordable, quality childcare for our daughter; 2) lots of challenging outdoor activities (rock climbing, hiking); 3) an avid aviation and circus communities (which I know exist) for my own happiness & peace of mind; and 4) quality, reliable healthcare.
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freewayxp
9/18/2022 20:13 EST
We live in both Northern California and in Guatemala. We are both mostly retired hearing instrument specialist / audiologist and Registered Nurse. We have an avocado farm and a off-grid laboratory that microbiological products for the benefits of horticulture in the hills of Antigua, Guatemala.
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ybnormal824
9/15/2022 18:59 EST
I have been married to my husband from Guatemala for 42 years. I have never been but we will be going to visit the beginning of next year. We will be looking at considering moving there. Too many issues in the US. I would like to find out more about how to handle retirement payments that we receive monthly, health services, best areas to live, affordability, etc. He has a family home in the good part of Zona 18.
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Dnakay
8/6/2022 21:09 EST
We are a retired couple traveling in a sprinter conversion . Currently traveling around Mexico for couple of years heading south of the border to continue our travels.
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chilibowl
8/4/2022 12:20 EST
Digital nomad, who's lived in many countries in Europe and one in North Africa. After a year back in the States, I'm considering the Latin Americas. I love the mountains (cooler weather), remote places off the beaten path, meeting people, and adventures in new places.
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Vintina69
7/22/2022 21:38 EST
Hello
I wished that I wasnt scared to move. My boyfriend is from Guatemala and I am moving in October with my dog. Safe travels
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Vintina69
7/22/2022 20:07 EST
Hello my name is Christina and my boyfriend is currently a resident of Guatemala. We have been together for over 2 years and I have visited Guatemala 4 times already. I plan to move there in October but fear has taking over. Please help
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Shasie68
7/20/2022 07:11 EST
My son was adopted from Guatemala in 1997. I am just wondering what life would be like for him if he moved back. He would probably live in an expat community as he only speaks English.
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Birkley
7/10/2022 19:39 EST
I am exploring the idea of retiring in Guatemala.
I was born there and have visited twice.
I found the life there to be one that I could benefit in in many ways.
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dmccrary90025
7/8/2022 11:01 EST
Hello. Male retiree from SF Bay.Area of Calif. Now visiting Guatemala as a possible full time retirement home. Was an insurance salesperson. Forestry degree from UC. Seeking networking contacts and friends. Moving likely 2023.
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BWilhelm0814
7/4/2022 08:46 EST
We are a husband and wife team who fell in love with Guatemala through an organization called ER Abroad. We have gone on medical mission trips there twice a year since 2013. We recently bought a condo in Ciudad Vieja as a second home. We current live in the Panhandle of FL..
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lovango
6/17/2022 21:46 EST
Hello,
I recently purchased a home in a small community outside of Antigua Guatemala and am in the process of re-locating. I currently run an international NGO focused on women's health and rights and recently stepped down as a Professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health in Baltimore Maryland. I am a young 60 years old and look forward to many years living and working in beautiful Guatemala. I first worked her as a volunteer more than 30 years ago.
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EddieQ
6/16/2022 17:30 EST
My name is Eddie, I'm a retired Army Veteran, born and raised in Puerto Rico, living in Georgia US
I'm thinking to relocate to Guatemala.
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MSBojangles
6/13/2022 16:28 EST
Hello,
My name is Denise and I am researching retirement in Guatemala. Where in Guatemala is a good place (City) to stay while checking it out on a trip?
Thank you
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Rmurphy
6/5/2022 02:11 EST
I am a single senior looking to hopefully move to Guatemala. I will be alone, so I am adventurous person. I hope that there are cheap apt or homes close to other expats.
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guatman
5/27/2022 12:44 EST
Hi, my girlfriend lives in Guatemala, and I visited there one week - in Guat City and Antigua. I'm a retired Aerospace Engineer in involved in metaphysics/UFOs/guitar and singing, as my main retirement activities. I wasn't excited about the idea of living in Guatemala when I returned to the US, so I'm here to see what ExPats have to share. Thanks!
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Rybot22
5/19/2022 23:37 EST
Living in Naples , FL in beautiful rental home until a November then who knows :)
I have new job at big IT corporation that pays just above six fig but I was in debt for quite a bit of last ten-fifteen years while I worked in non profit and traveled abroad .
Now looking for right way to live as single 41 year old next decade or two. Everything I own fits in my 4 door sedan ??
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devans60
5/12/2022 11:54 EST
I am currently retired and from the USA. I am married to a Guatemalan and considering relocating to Guatemala.
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DocMartin
5/6/2022 08:34 EST
A former resident of Rio Dulce and Guate City. I have land in Rio Dulce. A beautiful lot that I want to sell. Castillo San Philippe can be seen from my lot. Just need to resurvey and find my attorney to finish the paperwork.
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Woodsieco
4/30/2022 08:51 EST
Hello,
I am Scott, and live in the Denver, CO metro area with my dog Jax. I am in my mid-60s, a widower with all adult children. I plan to retire from the university within the next 10 months and relocate south. I love Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Colombia, and it seems that Guatemala would be the best option at this time.
I am in the early stages of considering a move to Antigua. Depending upon costs, I may consider shipping a container with household goods and belongings, and I think this will cost $7k-$10K from Denver to Guatemala City. Since I will not be maintaining a residence in the U.S., it would be nice to have some of my personal items. I plan to drive from Colorado with my dog.
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USAMXGUATE
4/26/2022 20:05 EST
I'm from Denver but have been living in Mexico for 10 years and am about to move to Guatemala.
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cebpears
4/23/2022 13:23 EST
I have taught high school science for 32 years and am finally ready for "me time". I like to travel but have not to date done as much as I would have liked. I am interested in doing extended stay in different countries especially Spanish speaking as I would like to become a fluent speaker. I am ESL/TEFL certified and would like to exchange languages with one or several. My daughters and grown grandchildren also travel extensively and I would be excited to share a more remote corner of the world with them. Guatemala and Peru are high on my list but someday I would also like to do an extended visit to Italy and Portugal.
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Miggie
4/17/2022 21:43 EST
Spouse has inherited her childhood home, have visited numerous time in our 35 year marriage & planning on retiring there.
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Dmantra
4/16/2022 12:38 EST
Our son moved to San Pedro, Guatemala 1.5 years ago. We have a home in San Pedro under contract, we will be relocating second half of 2022.
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johnthumb
4/13/2022 06:50 EST
I work in the recovery field. I love Guatemala. I'm 60, married, with a 20-year-old daughter. Thank you for this excellent service!
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Pascaleetcie
4/9/2022 21:48 EST
Bonjour, je suis Pascale, 52 ans. Mariée à Stefan. Nous souhaitons quitter le Québec pour un pays d’Amérique Centrale. Mon frère et sa femme ont également ce projet.
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djvail89
4/4/2022 21:07 EST
Finance/accounting professional considering late career and/or retirement in Guatemala.
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Morfun22
4/4/2022 15:44 EST
Hi there! I work for a Guatemalan NGO and I'm considering relocating to the Antigua area with my husband, 4 year old daughter, and dog for 12 months!
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dmclean7
4/3/2022 22:27 EST
Hello, I'm Dexter McLean and I'm looking to relocate after I retire. My girlfriend is from a small town in Guatemala and so I'm became interested in the country. I have about five more years to go before I'm ready to retire and so I'm looking at different places to settle down.
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Pete4000
3/28/2022 12:43 EST
Hi. I'm lurking about, looking for information on how to begin learning my way around Mexico and Guatemala, become fluent in Spanish, and eventually be able to drive around Guatemala and look for my spot to retire. I guess I just need to get there and get involved in learning the language and navigation, which is a big "jumping off" point for me. I have some Spanish skills, and I seem to thrive in the equatorial regions. I'm looking for a grocery store with no lines in the parking lot, and a home with no furnace, where i can drive a little pickup truck to go swimming. For 'trade in kind' help, I'm a long practiced and quite skilled third world mechanic, with home construction & building skills and experience in both third and first world. The body is getting worn tho, and I'm about through with winters and heating bills. So I say, May you have the strength to abandon the habits that no longer serve you.
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FrankW508
3/24/2022 21:15 EST
I recently retired and am thinking about relocating outside of the Us to live aboard my boat.
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KTMcV
3/22/2022 22:56 EST
I’m 58 years old and from Canada. Considering spending 6 months a year in Guatemala with a plan to move permanently in the future.
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srphoto
3/19/2022 13:52 EST
Hey folks, We're new to this forum so I'd like to introduce myself and my wife. We're a husband & wife photo & video team. While I've worked as a photographer for most of my life, Trish spent many years as a designer and an art director prior to her work as a photographer and videographer. We work on commercial, editorial, travel and documentary assignments as well as NGO/NPO projects. I've been very blessed over the years to have worked with some really great people in some incredible locations around the world. I'm an award winning editorial, travel and documentary photographer based in Texas. I specialize in still photography and video for editorial/travel and documentary clients as well as non profit organizations. I've traveled the globe for more than 25 years shooting assignments for clients that include National Geographic Magazine, NY Times, Nat Geo Adventure, ESPN, Smithsonian, Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, Better Homes & Gardens, Boys Life, Wired, Backpacker, the Fort Worth Star Telegram Newspaper to corporate and advertising clients Leo Burnett, BBDO, Fleishman Hillard, The Richards Group, DDB Needham, Dell Computer, Compaq, Motorola, Wal Mart, NCR, Panasonic, Mayan Families and many, many others. My assignments have taken me to 49 U.S. states and throughout Canada, Mexico, Central & South America, Thailand, Spain, Germany, France, the UK, Japan and others. I've taught photography workshops in Hawaii, Maine, Texas and Guatemala. Trish has been a creative professional in advertising since 1990 and has owned her own Advertising and Marketing agency since 2000. She's now a writer, photographer, videographer and content creator. And she's an FAA licensed drone operator as well. Some of her clients include, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, Cameron-Brooks, The Nursing Team, Pre-K 4 SA, West End Pizza Company, Fredericksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, St. Mary's Catholic School and many others.
My first trip to Guatemala was on a photo assignment back in 1990, during the civil war, and there have been many trips and assignments since. Trish and I adopted a newborn from Guatemala back in 2002 and have taken both of our boys to Guatemala several times for vacation and on mission trips since. The boys are now 19 & 20, one's a senior in high school and one's in college so we now find ourselves on the edge of being empty nesters. I'm ready to "semi" retire from a long photography career and my wife is looking to retire in the next year from the advertising agency she owns. We're 61 (me) and 55 (her) and are both working photographers and film makers. Where to retire to has become a constant question in our house. For some time Panama has been on the list along with Mexico & Costa Rica but the one place that keeps rising to the top is Antigua Guatemala. Antigua holds a very special place in our hearts so it only makes sense that it should top the list of prospective retirement locations. So, as well as I think I know Antigua and other areas of Guatemala I find that what we really need is to belong to a group of experienced expats that can help us navigate the do's and don'ts of moving to and living in the Antigua area. We've gained a tremendous amount of valuable info from our many trips to Guatemala but by not being there on a more permanent basis there's still much to learn. Thanks in advance for your patience, kindness and advice over the coming year. We look forward to following along with all the topics concerning expats living in Guatemala.
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Eva74
3/15/2022 19:03 EST
I work for an International company in FinTech industry which has a footprint in Guatemala City.
Interested to understand more on how life is like in Guatemala City
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Duninus
3/2/2022 21:40 EST
Hello!! I am planning on moving to Guatemala in 2023. I’m moving with my dogs. Haven’t decided on any specific area but do have people I know a little in Floras. I cannot afford to retire in the United States and want more of a slow paced life style. I have traveled to other countries alone and am not afraid to do this move!!
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andrewh9963
3/1/2022 23:01 EST
I'm looking to move to Guatemala in the next year or so. My significant other is from there and we met while they were here studying in the US.
I am familiar with the culture and customs, having been friends and dated a few central Anericans, including a Guatemalan before them.
This is very exciting for me, I love the culture and people. The food and the attitude and love for life that I have seen in all my Chapin friends ??
I work remotely and will continue to do so until I can give back to Guatemalans in a meaningful way that will also sustain myself.
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mayamaya
2/26/2022 11:22 EST
I am just beginning to think about living abroad in the future. Guatemala is appealing to me.
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Bitsyflies
2/25/2022 05:52 EST
I work with a charity called HUGS Help Us Go to School. Our focus is on keeping children in school who do not have the resources to stay in school. We believe good and consistent early education is the first step to breaking the cycle of poverty. Our focus at this point are the children of Panajachel.
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jairus321
2/9/2022 02:23 EST
I was born in Guatemala but moved the US since I was very young. I am planning of retiring in Guatemala in the near future.
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rjtrader
2/7/2022 14:40 EST
SWM, divorced and retired. Planning a 2-4 week trip to Guatemala in the next couple of months. My purpose is to determine if the country of Guatemala is a country I would relocate to and spend at least 50% of my time living their. I would like to find a female companion seeking a long term relationship leading to marriage and one that would be open to traveling to the USA to live for 3-6 months a year.
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smteach31
2/6/2022 20:00 EST
I am moving to Guatemala to teach at an international school for at least 2 years. I have been teaching in the US for 10 years, and I'm looking forward to the new challenge.
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Goodtogo
2/4/2022 20:33 EST
Hi,
Wanting to move to Guate. Have been visiting for years. Love the people, culture, weather. Would love feedback from those who have made the move.
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raquez
2/4/2022 06:37 EST
My name is Roberto. I am building my house in Antigua. I spend time there, LA, NYC, and Pennsylvania.
I am a photographer
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natashatatas
2/3/2022 11:50 EST
Hi! I am Natalia
i´m from Colombia and i think about moving to Guatemala.
i would like to know more thinks about this country.
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dmhart
2/3/2022 02:52 EST
Hi, I am originally from Germany and am interested in moving to Guatemala in the Lake Atitlan area
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Guatevoe
1/27/2022 11:39 EST
Hello, my name for the purposes of communication on expat exchange is Guatevoe. I’ll be communicating for an older expat whom does not have the ease of computer usage as I do, and has asked me to aid in this. The both of us live in Guatemala, and enjoy taking care of animals in this area of lake Atitlan, most specifically the dogs. I enjoy my life out here, and have already relocated here for many years. I also own a nice home I’m looking for a buyer for out in the coast here in Guatemala.
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cdouglasj
1/26/2022 16:29 EST
Hello, my name is Chauncey Jackson. I live in San Antonio, TX; am retired USAF; have 3 grown children and 2 grand-children; and a fiance there in Guatemala City. I may not be moving there on a permanent basis, but will be making semi-annual visits. I've never visited Central America, but am really looking forward to it. I'm told I might find some parallels there to Vietnam (climate wise), sans the hell-fire.
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ExPLoRr
1/23/2022 13:05 EST
I am hoping to move to Guatemala, or maybe another Central American country, in a few years when I retire.
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Psybry
1/16/2022 17:43 EST
Hi! I'm pulling up stakes within the next couple of months to become nomadic. I'm going to start by moving around the United States for a few months, and then am heading abroad, likely beginning with Guatemala.
I'm a psychotherapist. I've been working remotely since March 2020 and I am finally ready to take the opportunity to see the world and research where I'd like to live in the future first-hand.
Looking forward to talking to you all!
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LemonCurry
1/12/2022 00:36 EST
I’m a public school teacher in the US, considering buying a place in a warm beautiful place like Guatemala, where my money as a single person may go further.
Plan would be to visit annually, rent out throughout the year, and ultimately retire there in fifteen to twenty years.
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csmorrharr
1/7/2022 20:35 EST
Hello, my name is Cristina. My husband Derek and I are planning to move to Guatemala, or another location either in Mexico or Central America to be closer to family. My family currently lives in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua, so being closer to them as we look to retirement is ideal. At this point we are exploring and plan on traveling over the next few years to check the locations we are considering. I look forward to connecting with folks currently living in Antigua, Guatemala and eventually Panama (still exploring) and parts of Mexico (La Paz comes to mind).
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DeliaLopez
2/28/2021 22:30 EST
Wow, sounds awesome. you have pictures? Have you started the contract with OCRET? What lawyer did you use?
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hatman
2/28/2021 11:45 EST
hello. I went to Tecojate , middle Pacific Ocean coast, for 1st time in 2012. went back again in 2017. met a 23 yr old guy who spoke pretty good Eng. name is Tony. he invited to stay at "his" house. turns out it was the whole family's house. stayed 3 nights. treated ROYALLY. went back in 2019. saw Tony, mentioned I'd like to live there at least during NOV< DEC< JAN< FEB when it's cold back home. he showed me places I might could buy. went back in late 2019 and secured a lot on road across from ocean, about 1km away from town proper. am going to build a house there.
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hatman
2/28/2021 11:38 EST
you should consider helping me build my house in ocean front Tecojate.. there's an ocean-view lot right next to mine that I believe could be bought.
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hatman
2/28/2021 11:34 EST
there's a lot , maybe 1/2 acre size, next to mine that's ocean view (across the narrow dirt road, with NOTHING on the beach itself to obstruct a view) in sleepy little Esquintla dept. town of Tecojate.. just a guess the price should be no more than Q50,000. I was there less than a week ago.
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DeliaLopez
1/14/2021 09:22 EST
Hi I'm Delia aka Dee or DeeDee call me whatever I am not particular. MY husband and I have been visiting Guatemala for years and have pensinado status permanent residency. We have driven all over the country and love it. We are still looking for the spot to buy land and build.
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DeliaLopez
1/14/2021 09:17 EST
Hi Eoberto! Congratulations! Building a home is amazing, so many details, Where did you have your home built? We have residency and have been looking around for property. We built 7 homes in the USSA
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DeliaLopez
1/14/2021 09:14 EST
Hi Rodd where do you have land picked out at? We've driven all over Mexico and Guatemala with COVID it's a bit more weird but otherwise we never had issues
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raquez
1/13/2021 06:45 EST
Hello. My name is Roberto. Actually I am an expat born Guatemala who has lived in the US since I was 3. I will now be splitting my time between US and Guatemala. I am building a home 10 minutes from Antigua which I hope will be completed by August 2021.
I am a photographer and photography/photoshop instructor and will be able to carry on with my work for architectural firms during my months in Guatemala.
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Normando
10/25/2020 06:27 EST
I have traveled the route many times and if you go with experienced person there is no problems.
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Normando
10/24/2020 20:24 EST
check adventuretrek.com they do expat caravans and treks to Guatemala and Panama. Done over 200 trips from Mcallen texas
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hatman
10/24/2020 11:13 EST
hola/hello. I'm Rodd, an old guy living in small town north FL, wanting to move to Guatemala.. I've been 6 times in last 10 years and have land picked out in tiny Pacific village. I need info on moving my household stuff there, especially if I drive a vehicle there thru Mexico. what problems am I likely to incur?
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jfpnes
10/22/2020 16:17 EST
Hello everyone. I’m married to a Guatemalan citizen in the US. I know that’s not a recognized status in Guatemala, but I thought I’d get that out of the way. We have been together for over 30 years and I expect we’ve traveled there at least 30 times so far. We have always planned to move to Guatemala when my husband retires here in the US. That time will be August 2022.
As that time is fast approaching we are beginning to develop a budget for the move.
Fortunately, we already own a five bedroom home in a gated community in Guatemala City, so we are fairly confident that we have living cost at zero $ on that.
His family is well established and owns a hospital (american standards.). Also, several doctors and lawyers in the family to help with health and legal issues.
We are shipping our car there as it’s a huge price difference from buying a new car there.
We have attorneys to help with the many legal obstacles.
We have started budgeting and I have it in an Excel format.
If you have experience with the cost of living could I send it to someone who can tell me if it is realistic.
Also, I understand we need to open an account with an established bank to where we can transfer dollars from our US banks and withdraw Quetzals locally. Since my husband is a citizen I don’t think there should be a problem doing that. But, what do I need in order to be a co-owner on a Guatemala bank account.
As for time limits on being in the country we have an attorney locally we plan on using. He’s a family member so we trust him.
We feel like we have a good budget now but would like someone currently in Guatemala City to review it and suggest updates. Can anyone contact me by email so I can reply with a copy of the budget and get an opinion if it’s reasonable.
My email is:
[email protected]
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