From $73k, 3 Bedr Condos, Batan Quito

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $73k Batan, 2 floor 3 bedroom apartments of 65m2 Quito exclusive apartments for sale Near Quicentro and Parque Carolina 80% direct financing available! Living room Dining room Kitche...

From $24,900 Chillogallo, Quito Gated Communi...

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Houses, Quito, Under $50k | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $24,900 Chillogallo, 57m2 Quito Gated Community House 15 minutes from Quicentro South 70% direct financing available! Gated community with wide green areas Living room Dining room Kitch...

From $51k, Suites, 2 Bed Megaron Apartments, ...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $51,500, 49m2 Av. América 3142 y pasaje San Gabriel esquina 80% direct financing available! Living room Dining room Kitchen 3 bedroom Laundry area Parking 24 hr security For m...

$49,500, 82m2 Houses Calderon, Quito

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Houses, Quito, Under $50k | Listed: October 9, 2011

$49,500, 82m2 Houses Calderon, Quito, 70% financing Living room Dining room Kitchen 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath Study room Terraza Patio Laundry area Parking Children area Common green garde...

$57k Romanza 2 Bed Apartments, Quito

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $57k, 70% financing Address: De las Amapolas y General Dumas Sector: Quito / Norte -Garden and terraza area -granite counter tops -24 hr security -elegant lobby reception area Fo...

$60,500 Fira 2-3 Bed Apartments, Ponciano Qui...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $60,500, 70% financing Address: Calle N73 y Juan Guadalupe. Sector: Quito / Norte - Ponciano -Terraza with BBQ area -granite counter tops -guest parking area -24 hr security -elegant ...

Torre Bilbao, Quito From $81,800

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $81,800, 80% financing Address: Calle Antonio de Ulloa entre calle Lallement y Abelardo Moncayo -granite counter tops -guest parking area -24 hr security -elegant lobby reception area S...

Catalina Parc 1-3 Bed Apartments, Quito, from...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

from $99k, 80% direct financing available! Address: Eloy Alfaro and Catalina Aldaz, center of North Quito 1-3 bedroom apartments Building has Sauna, pool, BBQ area, Movie theater For m...

Americas Parc Condos, Av. Americas, Quito, fr...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $77k Luxury finished Condos in Av. Americas sector of north Quito. Gym, spa, turkish bath 2 high speed elevators 24hr security up to 80% direct financing available! For more in...

New offices for sale, Inaquito, Quito from $7...

Category: $50-150k, Commercial/Hotels for sale, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

Offices for sale in new building up to 70% financing! Jorge Arízaga 112 y Jorge Drom -Sector: Quito / Norte - Sector Iñaquito 2 elevators elegant lobby commercial area of city glass wal...

2 Bedroom Condos, Mariscal, Quito, from $63,9...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

2 8 story towers of condos, suites 2-3 bedrooms Mariscal area of Quito 80% direct financing available to those who qualify 24 hour security parking Terraza, gym, common areas For more i...

Tourist Numbers Jump in Galapagos 2000-2010

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Investor News + Analysis | Listed: October 9, 2011

As reported recently, in 2010 173,296 tourists entered Galapagos, compared to a mere 68,856 that entered in 2000, an increase of more than double in less than a decade. In 2010, Galapagos gen...

Ecuador Cracks Down on Galapagos Illegal Immi...

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Investor News + Analysis | Listed: October 8, 2011

As mentioned this week in El Comercio, since August Ecuador authorities have deported 703 Ecuadorians back to the mainland, which proves that although Galapagos is part of Ecuador, many things, li...

Corporation Work Visas in Ecuador, What’...

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 6, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Q&A forum one member asked how to get a corporation work visa for Ecuador... click here to read the answers. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in Ecuad...

How to Get Your US Mail Forwarded to Ecuador

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 4, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Q&A Forum, one wise forum member asked "How to Get Your US Mail Forwarded to Ecuador" click here to read how. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in ...

How to stay longer than 3 months in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 3, 2011

3 months. Non-extendable. That’s how much time you get when you enter Ecuador as a tourist these days. You can enter by just showing your passport upon arrival, no prior visas needed. ...

Cuenca… buy or sell? Market update Oct...

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Investor News + Analysis | Listed: October 2, 2011

I know what everyone else is saying on the net… Cuenca? Now? Buy, buy, buy, buy, buy! Yeah, whatever… I’ll let the other guys hype the place up, they’re doing a great job, I’ll ...

Suites near Beach, Salinas, from $34,800

Category: Salinas Area | Listed: October 2, 2011

Suites and 2 bedr condos for sale in private cmplex near beach in Salinas, Ecuador. Condos 1 and 2: Living room, kitchen, dining room, 2 bedr, 2 bath, laundry room, garage for 1 car. Constructio...

Newly Finished Oceanfront Condos in Manta, fr...

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Manta Area | Listed: October 1, 2011

Oceanview, oceanfront condos for sale in elegant, posh new building near the Howard Johnson Hotel in Manta. Description: 2 -3 bedroom condos available, 2 bath, living room, kitchen, hall, laun...

Price and Demand of Used Cars Increase in Ecu...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 30, 2011

Due to the recent hike in import tariffs on new cars of 5-18% used cars are now in greater demand, and have increased in price roughly 10% compared to the beginning of this year according to the local...

1843m2 Lot in Cuenca with Views, $80k

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Vacant land for sale | Listed: September 30, 2011

Lot for sale in Cuenca of 1843m2 behind the MIRAFLORES CDLA. JAIME ROLDOS Asking:$80.000 Has access to main roads For more info: Italo Tapia: Ecuador Tel: (593) Cell: 097 264 196 / 087 750 ...

The Ecuador Economy the Last 5 Years

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 29, 2011

According to the Ecuadorian Monetary Fund, Ecuador is expected to grow by 5.24% in 2011 while the rest of Latin America is expected to grow by roughly 4%. In 2010 the Ecuador Economy grew by 3.6%...

House with Garden in Cuenca, $76k

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: September 29, 2011

House for sale in Cuenca in sector Parque de Miraflores Asking:$76.000 FIRST FLOOR: Living room, kitchen, bathroom, garage for 3 cars, laundry room, green garden area outside. SECOND ...

Quaint 3 bed house in Cuenca, $52k

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: September 28, 2011

Inexpensive house for sale in Cuenca near the Univ of Cuenca, sector SAN ROQUE Asking:$52.000 FIRST FLOOR: Living room, kitchen, dining room, bathroom and laundry room. Wood floors, ceramic f...

Anti-Monopoly Law Passed in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 28, 2011

A new anti-monopoly law was passed this week in Ecuador which supposedly will try to regulate the illegal monopolies that control specific sectors and it hopes to better protect Ecuador consumers. ...

Good Rental Property Opportunity for sale, Cu...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: September 28, 2011

Great rental property opportunity in Cuenca! House for Sale with small street-side store included in center of CUENCA: Asking: $81.000 The house has only one floor with option to build second. ...

Hacienda in Cuenca 12,000m2, $208k

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Farms for Sale, Over $150k | Listed: September 28, 2011

Hacienda- QUINTA for sale, 12.000m2 in GUACHUN near Cuenca Asking price:$208.000 12.000 meters2 which is 80% flat and rest on a small hill Has Villa of one story with living room, kitchen, b...

Quinta for sale in Cuenca, 3.800m2, $175k

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Farms for Sale, Over $150k | Listed: September 28, 2011

Quinta for sale in Cuenca, 3.800m2 EN ZHININ - RICAURTE Asking price:$175.000 First class finishings The villa has 4 bedroom with bathroom for each one. Closets in all bedrooms, living ro...

ATMs and Taking Out Money in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 28, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Expat Q&A Forum someone asked about ATMs and how best to take money out in Ecuador, see the conversation here. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in E...

Slow Gains in Telephone Penetration in Ecuado...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 27, 2011

According to the National Census Board in Ecuador, in 2010 only 33.4% of households had access to a land-line telephone, while in 2001 the figure was 32.2%. Many have replaced their land-line in ...

Punta Carnero 3 BR Beachfront Home, $189k

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Over $150k, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

3 BR 3 BA Jacuzzi This home sits just across the street from the beach in Punta Canero which is just 5 minutes from the shopping mall in Salinas. The lot is 800 square meters and completely fenc...

Chipipe 3 BR Quaint Beach Home, $115k

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Houses, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

two stories, 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. Just two short blocks from the beach in Salinas/Chipipe sits this pristine home of 1,400 square feet. The neighborhood is safe and peaceful. ...

14 Room Hotel for sale, Playas, $450k

Category: Beach properties, Commercial/Hotels for sale, Over $150k, Playas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

14 Room Hotel for sale in Playas Ecuador $450k includes everything Prepared for adding 4 more rooms or two penthouse type suites. There is 1,390 square meters of construction (which is over 14,000 s...

Spectacular 4 BR Olon Oceanview Home, $169k

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Over $150k, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

Phenomenal home overlooks the Pacific Ocean and has a view that is not easy to find. It has four bedrooms and three and half baths. Incredible ocean view. End of road on mountain top so no traffic...

4 BR 2,200 ft2 Beachfront Home, $132k

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Houses, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

4 bedrooms and 3 baths and wonderful outdoor living areas. The lot is 600 square meters which is just over 6,000 square feet and the home has over 2,200 square feet of interior living area. Furnish...

3 BR Beach House in Olon, $189k

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Over $150k, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

-This is a unique Ecuador beach home in Olon (my favorite beach in Ecuador), a captivating community of holiday homes 1 mile north of the international surfing mecca of Montanita. This is a great area...

5 Bedr Bamboo Beach Home, $200k

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Over $150k, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms and incredible bamboo construction mixed with block. Electric gated property passage Large deck with amazing sea view. Furnished 2,500 square feet of living area and a ...

2011: More Homes Have Electricity in Ecuador

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 26, 2011

According to stats released by the national Census Board of Ecuador, in 2010 93.2% of residences in Ecuador had access to electricity, while in 2001 only 89.7% had electricity. And to get notified ...

Condo with Jacuzzi in Salinas, $75k

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: September 25, 2011

Cozy condo with quick access to the beach has jacuzzi, sauna, steam room. Newer building in Salinas across street from beach $75000 For more info contact: Michael Sager Ecuador Home S...

Casa Blanca, Luxury Playas Condo, $160k

Category: Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Listings by Area, Over $150k, Playas Area | Listed: September 25, 2011

3 bed, 2 1/2 bath Exterior deck for BBQ This beautiful 1,350 square foot unit is in the most exclusive area in the beach town of Playas. Playas is just one hour from the International airport ...

Pacific Ocean View Lots from $20k

Category: Beach properties, Listings by Area, Salinas Area, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: September 25, 2011

There will be a minimum of 10 view lots in this gated community overlooking the Pacific. The lots will vary in size from a 3/4 acre to over an acre. Pricing will start at $20 a square meter or less. T...

Beach Lots Near Montanita from $45k

Category: Beach properties, Listings by Area, Salinas Area, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: September 25, 2011

Lots minimum 800m2 From $45,000 Paradise Point is a gated community with 24 hour security that is now being completed and soon will be offered to the public. There will be only 20 lots in this 2 1/2...

Manta 500m2 Lot in Private Community, $82,900...

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Manta Area, Vacant land for sale | Listed: September 25, 2011

Private Community by the sea just south of Manta 5 minutes. The fabulous complex is going to be the most modern and appealing neighborhood on the coast of Ecuador. This gated community will cover ...

Apartment Building in Colonial Quito for sale...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Commercial/Hotels for sale, Quito | Listed: September 25, 2011

Small building on corner great for rental business for sale in the beautiful colonial center of Quito. 3 apartments, 2 with 2 bedrooms, and 1 with 3 bedrooms. Also has 3 independent rooms with bat...

4 Bedr. House North Quito, $79k

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Houses, Quito | Listed: September 25, 2011

House for sale North Quito, Sector San José de Calderón: 200m2 of construction Living room, kitchen, 4 bedroom including one master, patio in backyard, 1 garage area Sold with mini-unit good for ...

Gated Community House, Calderon, North Quito ...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Houses, Quito | Listed: September 25, 2011

House in North of Quito, sector Calderon 10 houses in gated community, 5 available New houses, no previous owners 145m2 of construction Living room, kitchen, 3 bedroom including one master, patio ...

Ecuador Social Security Agency (Biess) Gives ...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 25, 2011

The Ecuador Social Security agency (BIESS) has reported that it has given $318 million in mortgages to Ecuadorians in its first six months of existence. In August alone 67 million dollars was loa...

Family-Size Changing in Ecuador, Effects on H...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: September 25, 2011

According to the National Census Board of Ecuador, the average family size in Ecuador hs decreased over the last decade from 1.8 children per home in 2001 to 1.6 in 2010. Additionally, the % of mar...

Beachfront Condo with pool area, $50k

Category: Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Playas Area, Under $50k | Listed: September 24, 2011

$50k first floor unit, $70k 4th floor unit in same building available. 2 Bed 2 bath condo Beachfront location Pool, parking and tennis courts in complex Contact seller below for price, not ava...

Condo Financing in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 24, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Expat Q&A Forum someone asked about condo financing in Ecuador, see the conversation here. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in Ecuador NO ONE else kno...

Map of South Ecuador Coast: Montanita, Olon, ...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: June 24, 2010

Map of South Ecuador Coast: Montanita, Olon, Salinas [caption id="attachment_308" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="salinas to montanita ecuador map"][/caption]...

$99k, San Clemente 3 Bedr. Beach house

Category: $50-150k, Bahia-Canoa Area, Beach properties, Houses | Listed: October 28, 2011

Beautiful beach house with modern luxury design on sunny beach of San Clemente, lot 300m2, construction 130m2, 3 bedr with 3 bath, kitchen, living room, patio, AC Cable TV Internet, $99k ...

4 BR 2,200 ft2 Beachfront Home, $132k

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Houses, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

4 bedrooms and 3 baths and wonderful outdoor living areas. The lot is 600 square meters which is just over 6,000 square feet and the home has over 2,200 square feet of interior living area. Furnish...

7 Negatives to Life in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: April 20, 2011

This week on the Insider's Newsletter I covered 7 big negatives to life in Ecuador... I love living in Ecuador but it's not all peachy like you've probably read elsewhere... Many ask, "If Ecuad...

Ecuador Cost of Living Index 2012

Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: January 1, 2012

Ecuador is cheap, no doubt about it. Those who think life in Ecuador costs about the same as other Latin American destinations like Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, or the Dominican Republic are mistake...

$70k Oceanview San Lorenzo, Salinas 3 Bedr Co...

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: October 10, 2011

Beautiful condo with oceanview right on the beach in Salinas, 70m2 3 bedroom Dining room, kitchen, living room, AC Building has pool, jacuzzi, sauna bath, steam room, 1 parking spot For m...

$54k, 3 Bedr, 2 bath House w/ Oceanview near ...

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Salinas Area, Under $50k | Listed: December 16, 2011

[caption id="attachment_3210" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="The view from the front porch"][/caption] House for sale with an ocean view 5 minutes walking distance from the beac...

How 1 Expat Makes $8000 a Month in Ecuador

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: August 26, 2011

I hear it all the time... "I'd love to move to Ecuador, but how would I make money?" This week one expat, Maria Glazman, made the local paper for her small German-style bakery in the colonial hea...

$120k, 3 bedr Condo with balcony and ocean br...

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: October 10, 2011

Beautiful direct beach access 3 bedr 2 bath apartment for sale in Salinas Balcony for taking in the sea breeze Kitchen, dining room, laundry room, building has pool, sold without furniture. ...

Where NOT to Invest in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 31, 2010

A LOT of people ask me where to invest in Ecuador... ...And last week on my weekly insider's newsletter (sign up below free) I got people talking with my "bubble theory", or unconventional advi...

Ecuador Economy Update

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: April 9, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Insider's Newsletter I'll uncover some interesting facts about the current state of the Ecuadorian economy...sign up below to be sure you get it (you can unsubscribe at any ti...

National Development Bank Tightens Micro-Loan...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: August 14, 2011

Small farmers in Ecuador are complaining about the strict policies the National Development Bank enforces... which offers credit to only those farmers who have their own land (to put as collateral) ...

Income Taxes in Ecuador, How Much?

Category: Ecuador Q&A, Investor News + Analysis | Listed: May 24, 2011

The income tax system in Ecuador is pretty straightforward. Every March everyone involved in commercial activity pays income tax “impuesto a la renta” based on the previous calendar year. If...

Next Expat Meet up in Quito- 7:30pm Mon Sept ...

Category: Uncategorized | Listed: September 21, 2010

Next Expat Meet up in Quito- 7:30pm local time Mon Sept 27 in the Mulligans Bar in the Mariscal for Monday Night Football... All are welcome, even Steeler fans...I guess... Come, meet people, ma...

$72k 2-3 bedroom Suites, Rio Coca near Quicen...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Quito | Listed: October 9, 2011

$72k 2-3 bedroom Suites, Rio Coca near Quicentro, Quito Covered parking 80% direct financing available! Living room Kitchen high-speed elevator 24 hr security For more information conta...

Puerto Lopez Ecuador Real Estate

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: April 20, 2010

This Puerto Lopez Ecuador Real Estate is no longer available, to see our current Puerto Lopez listings fill in below: .link, .link a, .signupframe { color: #000000; font-family: Arial, He...

$120k, 3 bedr Condo with balcony and ocean br...

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: October 10, 2011

Beautiful direct beach access 3 bedr 2 bath apartment for sale in Salinas Balcony for taking in the sea breeze Kitchen, dining room, laundry room, building has pool, sold without furniture. ...

Common Used Car Mileage Scam in Ecuador Revea...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: February 27, 2011

Before you buy a car in Ecuador, read this and proceed with caution. Buying a car in a foreign country is an adventure in and of itself, but doable if you keep a few things in mind. First off, k...

Ecuador Landscapers

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 17, 2011

For a complete list of Ecuador Landscapers please see our directory of real estate professionals here. To suggest a new landscaper to be included in the directory please use our contact form and ...

Where to Buy Food in Ecuador at the Cheapest ...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: March 31, 2011

Good question. In all the small and large towns of Ecuador, you will probably be able to find a local "market" where street vendors roll out a blanket and sell their produce. It is MUCH cheaper to b...

Cotacachi Gated Community, Lots $20k, Houses ...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cotacachi, Houses, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: December 10, 2011

Gated community with 5 houses built and 5 lots available for a total of 10 homes. Resale homes are priced for under $100,000. Building lots range from $14,000 to $20,000. Underground utilities, ...

Must-Try Ecuador Food: Bolon de Queso

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 6, 2010

This is a delicious must-try typical Ecuadorian dish! A "Bolon de queso" is a mashed ball of plantains and cheese and is usually eaten for breakfast in Ecuador along with fresh juice and eggs. ...

Beachfront Cottage for Rent in Ayampe

Category: Rentals | Listed: August 29, 2011

House for Rent near Ayampe, Ecuador near the beach and the town. Ocean view, right on beach More private, peaceful than a hotel 3 Bed 2 Bath Porch with BBQ Garden Furnished Parking area Ki...

How to stay longer than 3 months in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 3, 2011

3 months. Non-extendable. That’s how much time you get when you enter Ecuador as a tourist these days. You can enter by just showing your passport upon arrival, no prior visas needed. ...

Getting “Free” Money for Ecuador ...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: July 19, 2011

This week I started my property hunt in Ecuador on my $30,000 skin-tight budget. First step, secure financing. The beauty of investing in Ecuador is that I actually can find a desirable investmen...

Getting Married in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: May 14, 2011

My advice, DON'T... Well, don't say I didn't warn you. Alright, so you want to get married in Ecuador, it's pretty straight forward, just go to the Department of Civil matters in Ecuador with your...

Manta Ecuador Tourist Map

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: June 24, 2010

Manta Ecuador Tourist Map [caption id="attachment_317" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="map of manta ecuador"][/caption] To see our current Manta, Ecuador real estate listings fill in be...

2 floor Luxury Salinas Penthouse, $285k

$$ 285.000

Category: Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Over $150k, Salinas Area | Listed: October 28, 2011

Beautiful Penthouse of two floors 3.230 Sqft two balconies, a kitchen, 3 dormitories 3 baths, dining room, 1 garage, own swimming pool, spectacular view is with furniture. $ 285 K Hasta pronto...

Getting a Cell Phone in Ecuador – On th...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: May 10, 2011

These days, a cell phone is practically a necessity. Thankfully, getting set up in Ecuador is rather easy. First, you'll need to buy a sim card (for around $5)... I recommend buying "Porta" if y...

9% Increase in Tax Revenue Announced

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: August 12, 2011

This week the SRI Announced this week a 9% Increase in the Amount of Taxes Collected in the First Semester of 2011 in Ecuador. I'm not surprised, the SRI is doing a great job of infusing fear into ...

Cuenca Rental Building- 4 apartment units, 2 ...

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Cuenca Area, Over $150k | Listed: October 13, 2011

Apartment building for sale near Coliseum in Cuenca with 4 apartments (2 bedr, dining room, kitchen, living room) and 2 storefronts. For more info: Italo Tapia: Ecuador Tel: (593) Cell: 0...

2011 Safety Situation in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 17, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Expat Q&A forum one person asked about the safety situation in Ecuador. And to get notified of foreclosed properties made available in Ecuador, house auctions, and the ho...

Where’s the Best Area to Live in Quito?...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: April 5, 2011

Great question! Quito is kind of shaped like a straw, long and narrow. You can actually see from one side of the city to the other along the width, but to go from the northern end of the city to the...

$26k, Cuenca 300m2 Vacant land for sale

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: November 18, 2011

Cuenca land for sale SECTOR EL CEBOLLAR price:$26.000 Lot is flat and ready to build with basic services available, Total: 300,65m2 For more info contact seller via form below: Italo T...

Poverty in Ecuador, Recent Changes?

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: April 30, 2011

The Poverty Situation in Ecuador: According to the Ecuador Central Bank, from 2000 to 2010, the percentage of the population in moderate poverty has fallen from 27% to 22%. The percentage of lo...

Quaint 3 bed house in Cuenca, $52k

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: September 28, 2011

Inexpensive house for sale in Cuenca near the Univ of Cuenca, sector SAN ROQUE Asking:$52.000 FIRST FLOOR: Living room, kitchen, dining room, bathroom and laundry room. Wood floors, ceramic f...

Ecuador Tax Accountants and Advisers

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

For a complete list of Ecuador Tax Accountants and Advisers please see our directory of real estate professionals here. To suggest any new Ecuador Tax Accountants and Advisers to be included in t...

Salinas 300m2 Lot For Sale, $15k

Category: Beach properties, Salinas Area, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: September 6, 2011

Beautiful 300m2 vacant, corner lot near the beach on the main highway into Salinas 5 inutes from the mall and 10 minutes from the boardwalk of Salinas. $ 15.000 For more info about this pr...

Ecuador for Bird Lovers

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: June 16, 2010

By Domenick Buonamici If you like those little feathery things that drop little white presents on your shoulder...you will love Ecuador! Ecuador is loaded with all kinds of tropical and sub ...

Dodging Street Dogs in Ecuador

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: August 11, 2011

As I house hunted this week, I can honestly tell you one of the top dangers for anyone looking for property in Ecuador are the street dogs! In Ecuador, like in most developing countries, there ar...

2010 Ecuador Grocery Price List

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: November 19, 2010

I got these prices snooping around a local grocery store in the Quito area in 2010. butter (2 sticks)= $1.40 cheese 250g= $1.50 Mango (peeled, ready to eat) = .50 Grapefruit= .60/k ...

Casa Blanca, Luxury Playas Condo, $160k

Category: Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Listings by Area, Over $150k, Playas Area | Listed: September 25, 2011

3 bed, 2 1/2 bath Exterior deck for BBQ This beautiful 1,350 square foot unit is in the most exclusive area in the beach town of Playas. Playas is just one hour from the International airport ...

Chipipe 3 BR Quaint Beach Home, $115k

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Houses, Salinas Area | Listed: September 26, 2011

two stories, 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. Just two short blocks from the beach in Salinas/Chipipe sits this pristine home of 1,400 square feet. The neighborhood is safe and peaceful. ...

9 Ecuador Expat Success Stories

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: December 9, 2010

Ecuador is loaded with business opportunities, and it goes well beyond exporting flowers (yawn)! Let me explain… The key is not to come down looking for a job. In Ecuador, it’s far easier and...

How to Not Get Overcharged by Taxis in Ecuado...

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: September 23, 2011

[caption id="attachment_2478" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Taxis in Quito"][/caption] It's sad, but true that taxis are very quick to overcharge foreigners, just like they are all over th...

Conversation with Local Fishermen Reveals Pro...

Category: Investor News + Analysis | Listed: July 19, 2011

The government of Ecuador announced this week that anyone who catches the fish "Dorado" will have to spend 3 months in prison. This law shows the government's preoccupation for the environment, a...

Guayaquil Real Estate Agents

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

For a complete list of Guayaquil Real Estate Agents please see our directory of real estate professionals here. To suggest any new Guayaquil Real Estate Agents to be included in the directory ple...

From $24,900 Chillogallo, Quito Gated Communi...

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Houses, Quito, Under $50k | Listed: October 9, 2011

From $24,900 Chillogallo, 57m2 Quito Gated Community House 15 minutes from Quicentro South 70% direct financing available! Gated community with wide green areas Living room Dining room Kitch...

How much Cash Can I Bring on Me to Ecuador wi...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: April 14, 2011

Up to $5000. But I dont recommend it, its too risky to carry that much loot. You can easily take money out of your US account here in Ecuador from one of the many Cirrus network ATMs. If you like...

Colonial Classic Beach Home, Crucita $35,000

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 26, 2010

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House for Sale in Chordeleg, Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: March 14, 2011

Home for Sale in Chordeleg, Ecuador Chordeleg is a small town near Cuenca Ecuador in a fertile valley that is for some a garden of Eden. This house has an excellent view of the nearby mounta...

Introducing the Ecuador Expert Directory

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: November 23, 2010

Looking for a realtor in Ecuador? How 'bout an immigration lawyer? Or a carpenter...or a dentist... Starting next week, on this site you can find and recommend professionals all over Ecuador, org...

What’s the Easiest Way to Get Around in...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: August 8, 2011

Good question. You can rent a car easily in Quito or Guayaquil with a driver's license from any country and a credit card starting around $40 a day. Renting a car is a good option if you want to exp...

Deal of the Week: Beach House in Ballenita, $...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 23, 2010

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How to Get Your US Mail Forwarded to Ecuador

Category: Ecuador for Investors, Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 4, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Q&A Forum, one wise forum member asked "How to Get Your US Mail Forwarded to Ecuador" click here to read how. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in ...

Ecuador Food Series, Part 3: Queso de Hoja (L...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: August 10, 2010

[caption id="attachment_583" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Queso de hoja in Ecuador"][/caption] A French chef once told me in the US, "Americans love cheese." I agree, 100%. We eat chees...

Building a Home in Ecuador…Expat Reveal...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: February 9, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Insider's Newsletter I'll interview an experienced expat who moved to Ecuador and built his own house... Sign up below to be sure you get this email when released this Sund...

Manta Ecuador Real Estate Agents

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

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Ecuador Plumbers

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

For a complete list of Ecuador Plumbers please see our directory of real estate professionals here. To suggest any new Ecuador Plumbers to be included in the directory please use our contact form...

Ecuador Real Estate Brokers

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

For a complete list of Ecuador Real Estate Brokers please see our directory of real estate professionals here. To suggest any new Ecuador Real Estate Brokers to be included in the directory pleas...