Listings for Ecuador Q&A (288)
Cajas National Park: Destination Guide
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: March 11, 2012
Parque Nacional Cajas (Cajas National Park) is about 30-45 minutes from Cuenca and is filled with absolutely stunning Andean alpine landscapes. The lakes and waterfalls look like dark glass or crys...
2012 prices of household goods, furniture in Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: February 9, 2012
The house I just furnished on the coast of Ecuador. "Hey Dom, do I need to bring sheets and towels to Ecuador?" My friend emailed. "Child please, are you kidding me?" Was my answer. Ecuado...
5 Steps to Find a Killer Job in Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: January 29, 2012
I hear it all the time. "Dom, I'd love to move to Ecuador, but how would I make a living?" I often greet this question with a laugh, because there's so many opportunities down here, the hard pa...
The Cheap, ‘Local’ Way to See Galapagos
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: January 16, 2012
It never ceases to amaze me... ...when I meet foreigners in Ecuador who come for a week or two, and don't even visit the highlight of Ecuador... the Galapagos Islands. Where else can you w...
How to Pay your Electric Bill Online in Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: January 3, 2012
Few new arrivals to Ecuador realize you can now pay your water, electricity and other bills online through many Ecuadorian banks. For instance, Banco Pichincha offers the service "e-Key" for it's...
The “backdoor” way to bring used cars to Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: January 1, 2012
"What the f**k is that?" I thought as it rolled up to my B&B in Ecuador. Baffled, my Ecuadorian friend with me at the time, had never seen one in his entire life. After all, Mobile Homes ...
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...
5 Things You Need to Bring to Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: December 31, 2011
Want to know a little secret about Ecuador? Like you've read everywhere, yes, some things are VERY cheap in Ecuador... like food, gas, beer, housing, public transport. But MANY things in Ec...
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 ...
Where in Ecuador is Right for You?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: December 22, 2011
Depends what you like. Ecuador has something for everyone. I'd first choose according to the climate. If you like flat, hot (95 degrees F) and humid go for Guayaquil or Machala. ...
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...
Do you disqualify for health insurance in Ecuador?
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
When do you need to get an Ecuador Census “Censo” card?
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...
What to do in Ecuador for New Year?
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Expat Lifestyle | Listed: October 19, 2011
[caption id="attachment_2869" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="This is what your New Year could look like in the Montanita, Ecuador"][/caption] Ecuadorians like to party. Never is that m...
The Only Place in Ecuador High-rollers Want to Be…
Category: Ecuador Q&A, Investor News/Analysis | Listed: October 12, 2011
This week I'm checking in from a land of snow-white beaches, turqouise water, and palm trees draped out over the ocean, its the ONLY place in Ecuador like it, and the ONLY place true high-rollers ...
Corporation Work Visas in Ecuador, What’s the Deal?
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. ...
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...
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...
Political Stability of Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 18, 2011
This week on the Ecuador Expat Q&A forum one person asked about the political stability of Ecuador. And to get notified of foreclosed properties made available in Ecuador, house auctions, and the...
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...
Retiree Programs in Ecuador?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 14, 2011
This week on the Ecuador Expat Q&A forum one person asked about the retiree programs in Ecuador. And to get notified of foreclosed properties made available in Ecuador, house auctions, and the ...
Real Closing Costs of Buying Property in Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 7, 2011
There's a lot of sharks out there, uh hem...sorry, I mean lawyers, trying to overcharge foreign real estate buyers when closing a property purchase in Ecuador (and all over Latin America). So I th...
Which Areas are Best to Stay in Quito?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 1, 2011
This week on the Ecuador Q&A Expat forum one person asked Which Areas are Best to Stay in Quito on a $300-500 budget. Click here to read the answer. And to get notified of all the latest propert...
Will you buy a noisy property in Ecuador, by mistake?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: September 1, 2011
Many visit a property in the day, like the property, like the price tag...and buy. Only to discover during their first night in the place there is a disco blasting music until 4am next door. Thi...
How safe is money in the bank in Ecuador?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: August 30, 2011
This week on the Ecuador Q&A Expat forum one person asked How safe is money in the bank is in Ecuador. Click here to read the answer. And to get notified of all the latest property deals in Ecua...
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’s the Cell Phone Coverage in Ecuador?
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 ...
Where Should I Start my Ecuador Property Searching Trip?
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...
What’s the Easiest Way to Get Around in Ecuador?
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...
How to Find the Cheapest Rentals in Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: August 3, 2011
Sure, I recommend come down to Ecuador FIRST... then look for rentals in the local newspapers in the area where you decide to live... the stuff on the net is usually overpriced. To stay in-the-kn...
Do Most of the Business Owners in Ecuador Speak English?
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...
How Much Should I Tip in Ecuador?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 27, 2011
Great question. In Ecuador, tips aren´t really expected nor often given by the locals. In really high-class places that often serve foreigners tips may be requested. Often though, in the high-clas...
Do You Ever See Owners Carry Financing in Ecuador?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 23, 2011
Yes, the owners do extend financing down here, but usually when selling new construction projects, not so much with vacant land. To stay in-the-know on all the latest news any savvy investor NEE...
Montanita Ecuador Real Estate For Sale
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 20, 2011
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Hey Dom, Can You Help Me Sell My Property in Ecuador?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 9, 2011
Well, I'm not a real estate agent, just a reporter... but if you send me the specs of your property via the contact page, I will consider it to mention in my "Deal of the Week" section... saludos, Dom...
Deal of the Week: $47,000 4 Bed Apartment, Guayaquil
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 8, 2011
This week I found an interesting buy 2 blocks from the boardwalk in Guayaquil (Malecon 2000) in a rejuvenated area and a motivated seller. The apartment is enormous, with 110 m2 4 bedroom 3 bat...
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...
How to Bring Money to Ecuador?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 7, 2011
It's best to bring a few hundred dollars in cash and two different ATM cards, that's it... you can take out from down here, the fees are a $1-2 to the machine and another $2-3 to your bank every time ...
Uruguay vs Ecuador. Which is Best for You?
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 3, 2011
Sure. Well the cost of living in Ecuador is much cheaper than Uruguay, in Ecuador a lunch starts around $2, a bus $.25 and liveable properties start around $35k. Everything is more expensive in Urug...
How I Got $20,800 in “Free” Money for my Ecuador Property Search
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: July 2, 2011
This week on the Ecuador Insider's Newsletter I reveal how I got $20,800 in interest free money for my current Ecuador property search... Sign up below to receive this, you won't want to miss it! ...
Househunting in Ecuador with $30,000
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: June 27, 2011
I'm back, back in Ecuador after a few months researching property markets in Asia and the Middle East. And I have $30,000 cash I'd like to invest in Ecuador property... I'm looking for someth...
Uncovering Real Estate Agents in Ecuador
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: June 20, 2011
A lot of folks write me asking for realtor and lawyer contacts in Ecuador. But it's actually easier than you think to locate dozens of them yourself in your desired area of Ecuador. The trick is ...
Changes in Cost of Living in Ecuador -2Q 2011
Category: Ecuador Q&A | Listed: June 18, 2011
I've spent a few months outside Ecuador, now I'm back, and with the falling dollar and other things I was worried inflation may be hitting Ecuador hard. However, I'm pleased to report that I can ...
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