Why I Chose Ecuador?

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: December 21, 2011

Many ask why I chose to move to Ecuador. For me, it's simple. I moved here because I love it, I feel comfortable, and I still feel like I have a lot to explore. It's true, I've been...

What would I do with $100k in Ecuador?

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: December 21, 2011

This week, one reader asked me... "OK, if you know Ecuador so well, if you had $100k how would you invest it in Ecuador right now?" Great question! I'll answer it this coming Sund...

$88k, Cuenca Lot for Sale, El Despacho

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Vacant land for sale | Listed: December 20, 2011

$88k, Cuenca Lot for Sale, sector El Despacho 2000 m2 lot near town yet in quiet area. For more info contact seller via form below: Italo Tapia: Área (593) Cel.: 097 264 196 (Claro) / 08...

$48,500 Cuenca Quinta for sale

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses, Under $50k | Listed: December 19, 2011

House and land for sale 3 bedroom, 2 bath Dining room, kitchen, volleyball court Brick construction with cement block Rock bases Lot closed in with Pines Septi tank, electricity, drinkable water...

Do you disqualify for health insurance in Ecu...

Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: December 18, 2011

"I've heard enough." "There's no reason for us to keep talking to him." My friend said this week as we chatted with an insurance agent in Ecuador. "If I can't get health insurance for mysel...

Cotacachi 2 hectare lot with 2 houses $175k

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cotacachi, Houses, Over $150k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: December 17, 2011

This property has been in the family for over 140 years. Property has 2 houses and quarters for the caretakers. One house is 1,821 sq ft and the other house 1,507 sq ft Caretaker is a friend of...

$54k, 3 Bedr House near Montanita

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

This Montanita home is no longer for sale... For rentals in the area please click here. To get notified of similar property deals in Ecuador NO ONE else knows about, as soon as they become availabl...

Furnished Cotacachi Condo, $68k

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Cotacachi | Listed: December 16, 2011

Furnished Cotacachi Condo: $68,000 Great price for a 3 bedroom 3 bath furnished condominium. This Building consists of 6 units. This small complex does not have maintenance fees but is ...

Cotacachi, Rare Quicocha Lake View Land

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cotacachi, Vacant land for sale | Listed: December 15, 2011

Rare Opportunity To Purchase Undeveloped Land Great views of this beautiful Quicocha Lake considered sacred by the Indigenous people. Not much construction allowed in this area, however, the ...

Cotacachi 13 room Hostel for Sale, $160k

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Commercial/Hotels for sale, Cotacachi, Over $150k | Listed: December 14, 2011

An interesting Hostel located walking distance to downtown Cotacachi. This Hostel has been closed for 2 years and would like some TLC to blossom to it’s full potential. Two businesses are in ...

Worthless Bills in Ecuador- Beware

Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: December 13, 2011

In Ecuador, you'll quickly notice everyone's broke. At least it seems that way. And in the businesses almost NO ONE ever has any change. And they simply WILL NOT accept your $100 and ...

Cotacachi Chicken Farm For Sale $250k

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cotacachi, Farms for Sale, Over $150k | Listed: December 12, 2011

The farm is owned by an Ecuadorian and located just minutes from Cotacachi – you could easily walk into town. Business has been active and usually produces 100’s chickens every 30 days. Ever...

Overstaying your visa in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: December 11, 2011

3 months, non-renewable. That's how long you get on a tourist visa when you enter Ecuador with only your American/Canadian/European passport. And then we're told we can only be in Ecuador for ...

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, ...

Free Ecuador Expat Information Center

Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: December 9, 2011

Would you like free, unbiased answers to your questions about moving to Ecuador? Now, at the Ecuador Expat Information Center of Guayaquil you can get ALL your toughest questions answered with one ...

Will you get priced out of Ecuador?

Category: Expat Lifestyle, Investor News/Analysis | Listed: December 5, 2011

This week I got an angry comment from a reader. "The bottom line in all of this is that if you do not buy now you will be priced out of the market. The Americans Have literally driven the prices u...

Cotacachi- the Cold Truth Revealed

Category: Investor News/Analysis | Listed: December 2, 2011

I've got a confession to make. Even though I've been in and out of Ecuador for six years now, bought property, and been writing this weekly newsletter on Ecuador investing/living for a year now... ...

Ecuador vs Panama… for Expats

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: November 23, 2011

Salsa music’s in the air. Dominoes are being smacked down on almost every street corner by the older folks. Mulattas, and Mulattoes dressed to impress traffic the cobblestone streets below my...

$8,500, 151m2 Lots in Puerto Cayo near Beach

Category: Beach properties, Manta Area, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: November 19, 2011

Puerto Cayo lots for sale near beach in new gated community development Communal areas with pool, tennis courts, soccer field, modern streets. $ 8.500 Dolares, 151m² For more info con...

$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...

$89k, Cuenca Country Cottage for sale

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: November 17, 2011

House for sale in SECTOR RICAURTE First floor: Kitchen, dining room, bar, laundry room, Second floor: 5 bedr, 1 bath, brick walls, 412m2 lot For more info contact seller via form below...

$99k Cuenca New Houses in Gated Community

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: November 16, 2011

Houses for sale in new gated community in Cuenca, Ecuador 4 bedr, 2 bath, kitchen, laundry room, garage for 2 cars, 106m2 land lot Price: $ 99.000 For more info please contact: Juan Ca...

$98k, Cuenca Furnished Condo near Oro Verde H...

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Cuenca Area | Listed: November 15, 2011

$98k, Cuenca Furnished Condo near Oro Verde Hotel located in Puertas del Sol Area: 100.30m2, storage 4.05m2 parking of 17.33m2 total 121.68m2, 2 bedr, kitchen, 3 bath, laundry room For more in...

$118k, Modern Villa for sale in Cuenca

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: November 14, 2011

Modern villa for sale , 160m2 lot In Misicata, 3 bedr, living room and TV, social bath, kitchen, garden, 2 car garage $118k For more info please contact: Juan Carrasco Espacio3 - Asesorí...

The only place high-rollers go in Ecuador

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: November 13, 2011

"So this is how Pablo Escobar felt." I thought as I sipped my martini on a yacht floating over emerald-green water talking to the owner and a few other powerful local players. Referring to ...

Ecuador 2012 Inflation Predictions

Category: Investor News/Analysis | Listed: November 12, 2011

This week the Ecuador government released the inflation estimates they based they 2012 budget on... Budget estimate 3.68%... but the actual predicted inflation is expected to be closer to 5.14%. O...

Ecuador Unemployment at 5.5%

Category: Investor News/Analysis | Listed: November 11, 2011

According to the INEC, the Ecuador Census Bureau, the September unemployment rate in the urban areas of Ecuador was at 5.5%. The lowest figure to date since June of 2007. But of those employed, 4...

Photo of the Week: El Garrapatero Beach, Gala...

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: November 10, 2011

This is a picture I took recently from El Garrapatero beach on Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos, Ecuador. A must see! If you liked this Ecuador house hunting tip, you´d absolutely lov...

$168k, Cuenca 6 bedr house for sale

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses, Over $150k | Listed: November 9, 2011

Sell house with 4 street shops that can be rented in sector UNICOVIA in Cuenca, Ecuador. $168k 6 bedr, 4 bath, with kitchen, dining room, garage, 5 vehicle garage Land area 160m2 For mo...

$115k, Cuenca House, Duplex-type with 2 apart...

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses | Listed: November 8, 2011

Sell house with 2 apartments and street locale behind Electricity company in Cuenca. $115.000 First floor: 2 bedr, dining room, kitchen, patio, one bath Second floor: 3 bedr, kitchen, dining room...

When to buy on the beach in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: November 7, 2011

Buy grey, sell blue. That's a winning formula here on the coast of Ecuador. You'd be surprised how much more buyers are willing to pay for your beach property on a blue sky, emerald-blue oce...

$25k Cuenca fixer upper house for sale

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Cuenca Area, Houses, Under $50k | Listed: November 6, 2011

House for sale in CUENCA SECTOR LOS TRIGALES $25.000 USD Fixer upper house for sale in Cuenca with patio living room, kitchen, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedr, 1 bath ... needs serious work. ...

Title insurance scam revealed in Ecuador

Category: Expat Lifestyle, Investor News/Analysis | Listed: November 1, 2011

"Is that legal?" My friend asked... ..."not sure, but I'm not surprised," I said. Referring to charging someone $5000 for something they could do on their own for $25... You see, Ecuador is t...

Nov 14-15, Latin American Real Estate Marketi...

Category: Investor News/Analysis | Listed: October 28, 2011

Want to learn how to sell property to foreign investors... fast? Now you can if you take a moment to learn the secrets of experts from the US, Argentina and all over Latin America. In ...

$1k/mon. Montanita Beach Bar-Restaurant For R...

Category: Rentals | Listed: October 28, 2011

Restaurant - Bar for rent RIGHT ON MAIN STRIP in center of Montanita where all the tourists need to walk in order to access the beach! Fully equipped combo beach bar and restaurant for rent 20 mete...

$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 ...

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...

Estate sized Pacific Ocean view lot, Jama, $3...

$89,900

Category: $50-150k, Bahia-Canoa Area, Beach properties, Vacant land for sale | Listed: October 27, 2011

Estate sized lot of 2627 M2 MOL (more or less), at 300 foot elevation overlooking the Pacific Ocean with views of he water of 180 degrees. Endless horizon views along with long coastal views from Punt...

How to bring dogs and cats to Ecuador?

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: October 26, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Q and A Forum one person asked how to bring their dogs and cats to Ecuador? Hasta pronto, Domenick...hey, if you liked this, you'll love my weekly Foreign Investo...

Photo of the Week from Ambato

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: October 25, 2011

This week we have a photo of a "leaf cheese", Hoja de queso from a street vendor in Ambato. Hasta pronto, Domenick...hey, if you liked this, you'll love my weekly Foreign Investor's newslet...

When do you need to get an Ecuador Census ...

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

You'll need to get a Censo card if you stay longer than 3 months in Ecuador, on any type of visa... in fact, they won't let you board your plane to leave Ecuador without it, as happened to a guest...

Opening your own restaurant in Ecuador

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: October 23, 2011

Done deal. This week I agreed to rent a restaurant on the Ecuador coast... why? Ecuadorians love to eat, and they love to spend. They also like to try new things, and Ecuador lacks a lo...

From $39k, Oceanview lots near Bahia

Category: Bahia-Canoa Area, Beach properties, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: October 22, 2011

Imagine, in your mind’s eye, an untouched beach coastline with an infinite view of the breathtakingly gorgeous azure colors of the Pacific Ocean. The sun is beginning its daily descent and the r...

From $43k, Vilcabamba lots in Gated Hacienda

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Loja-Vilcabamba, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: October 22, 2011

Hacienda San Joaquín in Vilcabamba, a 663-acre ranch, is located in the beautiful Andes Mountains in southern Ecuador. The ranch is approximately two miles from the attractive, quaint and internation...

$140k, Cuenca Apartment for sale, Zona Rosa

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Cuenca Area | Listed: October 22, 2011

Two-story apartment for sale located on ground floor. 165m2, 3 bedrooms, 2 very spacious with private bath. another extra bathroom and a guest bathroom, 2 parking spaces. The building is in Zona Rosa ...

$250k, Puerto Lopez Apartment Building for Sa...

Category: Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Houses, Manta Area, Over $150k | Listed: October 22, 2011

1 building with 4 apartments for sale in PUERTO LOPEZ. One apartment where we live, Our apartment has 2 bedrooms, big terrace, kitchen and 1 1/2 bathrooms. The other 2 living2 bedrooms appa...

No Longer Available, $109,900 Beachfront Jama...

Category: $50-150k, Bahia-Canoa Area, Beach properties, Vacant land for sale | Listed: October 22, 2011

This lot is no longer available. Sign up below to be the first to know of new properties listed in this area (you can unsubscribe at any time): First Name * Email ...

$50k, Crucita beachfront lot 1,000m2

Category: Beach properties, Manta Area, Vacant land for sale | Listed: October 22, 2011

This property is a 1000m2 lot located right on the beach and near a river mouth. For more info please contact : David Fetzner Cell # 772-528-3535 (USA) Office # 772-334-1110 (USA) davidfetz...

SOLD!! 150k, Salinas Beachfront 3 bedr Condo

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: October 22, 2011

Beautiful apartment totally remodeled with direct beach access 140 m2, 3 bedr, 3 and 1/2 baths, living room, AC, kitchen, laundry room, jacuzzi, garage, sold un-furnished. For more info abou...

$105k, Salinas Oceanview Penthouse

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: October 22, 2011

NO LONGER AVAIABLE. For more info about this property please contact: Bienes Raices Ocean Salinas Ecuador Cell: 593+ 99675090 - 99641949 - 97320632 Write seller below: [contact-form 2 "Cor...

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] HOUSE FOR RENT 2 MINUTES F...

$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...

$59,900 Playas 3 bedr Beach Cottage For Sale

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Houses, Playas Area | Listed: February 16, 2012

$59,900, Playas 3 bedr, 2 bath Beach Cottage For Sale WIDE, spacious house for sale ready to live in right now. Wide kitchen and social area great for parties. In three house complex with...

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...

$54k, 3 Bedr House near Montanita

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

This Montanita home is no longer for sale... For rentals in the area please click here. To get notified of similar property deals in Ecuador NO ONE else knows about, as soon as they become availabl...

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...

SOLD! $70k Oceanview San Lorenzo, Salinas 3 B...

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

SOLD! 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 ...

How’s the Cell Phone Coverage in Ecuado...

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

Its not bad, out in the boonies it fades a bit but it's no problem in the big cities for the most part. To stay in-the-know on all the latest news any savvy investor NEEDS to know before they ...

New Golf Club in Guayaquil for Expats

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: May 13, 2012

New Golf Club in Guayaquil for Expats meets every Friday morning in Hostal Murali, a Hotel near the airport in Guayaquil. For those needing to stay the night, discounts can be had for members...

First Impressions: Seeing the US after 2 Year...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 28, 2010

I was born and raised in the US, but today I just arrived after almost 2 straight years out of the country, I'll be here for about 2 weeks. Thought I'd mention the first things that stuck out aft...

How Can I Receive my US Mail in Ecuador?

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: February 7, 2011

Good question. One way available to some is have it delivered to a friend, then have that friend DHL it to your Ecuador address. If that's not possible, you could go to one of the many small frei...

How to Hire + Pay Your Maid in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: August 4, 2010

What is the biggest difference between millionaires and common folk? Millionaires have maids, right? ...Well... in Ecuador, everyone from the middle class on up has a maid! And with retirement ...

Vilcabamba Real Estate Agents

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

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

When Hung-over in Ecuador…

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: April 28, 2012

So when local Ecuadorians are hung over, what do they do? They go eat Ceviche. A local specialty which is a type of seafood soup in lime juice. You can get Shrimp Ceviche... Fish, Squid, Shellf...

Opening your own restaurant in Ecuador

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: October 23, 2011

Done deal. This week I agreed to rent a restaurant on the Ecuador coast... why? Ecuadorians love to eat, and they love to spend. They also like to try new things, and Ecuador lacks a lo...

Ecuador Construction Companies

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 17, 2011

For a complete list of Ecuador Construction Companies please see our directory of real estate professionals here. To suggest a new Ecuador Construction Company to be included in the directory ple...

“Gringos” Overcharged for Water/e...

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: May 3, 2012

"Are you serious, that really happens?" I said... ...in response to a friend who told me... "Once you buy property in Ecuador, don't change the name on your water or electric service bills beca...

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 ...

Good or Bad Buy? The Ecuador Stock Market

Category: Investor News/Analysis | Listed: June 1, 2011

This week on the Ecuador Insider's Newsletter I showed you how you can profit investing in the Ecuador Stock Market. The Ecuador stock market is still in diapers compared to what you may be used ...

$160k, Salinas Oceanview Apartment with bar f...

Category: Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Over $150k, Salinas Area | Listed: January 8, 2012

Ocean view Apartment in Salinas $160.000,00 155m2 construction, 3 bedroom, 4.5 bths, recently remodeled, waterheater, balcony with ocean view, bar Juan Carrasco Espacio3 - Asesoría...

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%...

Do Most of the Business Owners in Ecuador Spe...

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

Great question. Surprisingly no! In Ecuador, kids under the age of 20 have a pretty good grasp of English (especially the rich kids), but the older Ecuadorians in general seriously lack English skil...

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 ...

Ecuador Attorneys

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: July 18, 2011

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

Ecuador Photo Diary Series, Part 1: Salinas

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 29, 2010

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Gringo Haters

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: October 22, 2011

Are you someone who recently moved to a new country, then dreads the sight of other "gringos" (foreigners) in your where-abouts? You´re worried the "genuine-ness" of the area will diminish w...

Cotacachi, Rare Quicocha Lake View Land

Category: $50-150k, Andes Mountain Properties, Cotacachi, Vacant land for sale | Listed: December 15, 2011

Rare Opportunity To Purchase Undeveloped Land Great views of this beautiful Quicocha Lake considered sacred by the Indigenous people. Not much construction allowed in this area, however, the ...

Ocean-view Lot near Santa Marianita, $59,900

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Manta Area, Vacant land for sale | Listed: March 12, 2012

The property i have for sale is located on the mountains prior to the Santa Marianita beach entrance. Its about a 20 drive from Manta. It has a partial ocean view and sits on the main road going t...

The “Local” Trick to Receiving Ma...

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

One thing you may take for granted in the US is the reliable post service, unfortunately, Ecuador, doesn’t have a reliable one. Sometimes, email simply won’t do! So, what do the locals do...

August 2011 Gas Prices in Ecuador?

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

This week on the Ecuador Q&A Expat forum one person asked what the current gas prices are in Ecuador. Click here to read the answer. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in Ecuad...

How far is Cuenca to Salinas or Visa Versa?

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 7, 2011

Good question. From Salinas to Guayaquil is about 2 hours (in a private car)...then from Guayaquil to Cuenca is about 3 hours in a car. Got a question about Ecuador? Ask me via the contact page...

Where Should I Start my Ecuador Property Sear...

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

if you're interested in looking for properties in the Andes region of Ecuador, start your trip in Quito. If your interested in coastal properties, start your trip in Guayaquil (2 1/2 hrs from the coa...

How to Find a Caretaker for my Home in Ecuado...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: March 29, 2011

Great question. Basically, to find a caretaker or someone to look after your home the idea is to find local real estate agents in the area. For many, their main business is actually property managem...

$69,500 San Siro 50m2 Apartment, Quito

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

From $69,500, 50m2 apartments in north of Quito elevator BBQ area 80% direct financing available! Living room Kitchen Parking 24 hr security, gated community For more information conta...

How to Bring Your Pets to Ecuador (Without Ha...

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

For those of us without kids, our pets are our kids. I know, I get it. Leaving one behind would be tragic. So how can you smoothly bring one down with you to live in Ecuador? It is actually fa...

7 Keys to a Vacation Rental Biz in Ecuador

Category: Expat Lifestyle, Investor News/Analysis | Listed: February 18, 2012

Over the past few weeks, I've been busy opening up a property I have on the coast of Ecuador as a short-term vacation rental. As I write this, my place is rented... Today's post is about wha...

Cotacachi Ecuador Area Map

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

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SOLD- San Lorenzo Beachfront Apartment for Sa...

Category: $50-150k, Apartments/Condos, Beach properties, Salinas Area | Listed: September 21, 2011

Beachfront for sale! SECTOR SAN LORENZO Beautiful 3 bedroom apartment completely renovated, 135 m2, family area, kitchen, extra maids room, washing area, 1 parking space, building has strict s...

How to Export from your Farm in Ecuador

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: February 15, 2011

Farming, then exporting. Another big opportunity to make money from your property in Ecuador. Learn how to get started this week as I report from Anyang, China, where I will be for the next 10 d...

Tena Ecuador , Napo Area Map

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

Tena Ecuador , Napo Area Map [caption id="attachment_344" align="alignnone" width="351" caption=" Tena , Napo Ecuador Map"][/caption]...

SOLD- Villa For Sale in Ballenita Near Beach,...

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Salinas Area, Under $50k | Listed: September 4, 2011

-SOLD- Beautiful villa of one floor, 260m2 of land and 130 m2 of construction completed closed in with movement sensors, 3 bed, 2 bath large living room, kitchen American-style, located 5 blocks f...

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...

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...

How does the Trash Pick-up Work in Ecuador?

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 4, 2010

I think most foreigners wish more dumpsters were used, but in a poor country it is simply not possible (the trash trucks don't have the proper equipment to lift and sometimes the people steal them to ...

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...

$170k, Exclusive Penthouse in Quito Old Town

Category: Andes Mountain Properties, Apartments/Condos, Over $150k, Quito | Listed: April 7, 2012

$170k, Exclusive Penthouse in Quito Old Town with gorgeous view of Colonial center. 140 m2 Swiss style interior decoration 1st Level: Main entrance, wide living area, rock chimney, furnished ...

Example of a Rental Contract in Ecuador (Tran...

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: March 7, 2011

For an example of a rental contract in Ecuador translated to English click here....

Mosquito Problem Areas in Ecuador?

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

[caption id="attachment_449" align="alignnone" width="284" caption="a view from atop olon ecuador"][/caption] Q: Hey Dom, what’s the mosquito situation like in Ecuador? I can tell you from per...

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...

What’s your question about Ecuador?

Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: December 23, 2011

Got a question about Ecuador, ask me and the rest of our community on the Ecuador Expat Q&A forum here. I'll answer within 1 day, try me! If you liked this you'd love my weekly newsletter ...

Restaurant Review: Bom Kafe Quito

Category: Expat Lifestyle | Listed: April 26, 2012

I had to mention this place because I feel they serve the BEST breakfasts in Quito... hands down! Anything from their traditional Humitas to Empanadas to Quimbolitos... be sure to try them all! ...

$8,500, 151m2 Lots in Puerto Cayo near Beach

Category: Beach properties, Manta Area, Under $50k, Vacant land for sale | Listed: November 19, 2011

Puerto Cayo lots for sale near beach in new gated community development Communal areas with pool, tennis courts, soccer field, modern streets. $ 8.500 Dolares, 151m² For more info con...

2012 Ecuador GDP Projected at 6.5%

Category: Investor News/Analysis | Listed: March 24, 2012

According to the Banco Central of Ecuador, the projected Ecuador GDP for 2012 is 6.5%, although the projection is often a bit higher than it turns out to be. If you liked this, you'd absolu...

Olon 2000m2 Oceanview Lot, $65k

Category: $50-150k, Beach properties, Salinas Area, Vacant land for sale | Listed: March 2, 2012

Very beautiful 2000m2 lot with spectacular ocean view right on the coastal highway with portable water, electricity available... $ 65.000 For more info about this property please contact: ...

How to Call Ecuador from the US?

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

From the USA to a landline phone in Ecuador: 1. First dial 00 or 011 (depends on your phone provider) both have worked for me... 2. Then the country code for Ecuador "593" 3. Then the city co...

$40k, San Alejo, Furnished House near Beach, ...

Category: Beach properties, Houses, Manta Area, Under $50k | Listed: May 13, 2012

San Alejo which is between San Jacinto and San Clemente. Going north from Manta take a right turn directly across the street from the Hotel San Jacinto and go straight for about 3 blocks and on the r...

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...