Recent content by bigD

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    Banking Question

    Hello All, I'm purchasing some equipment in the DR and am looking for solutions as far as escrow arrangements or letters of credit. Does anybody know what is currently set up in the DR for vendor/purchaser arrangements? We're looking for a solution for two parties to both be 100% guaranteed...
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    AVIA EXPRESS DOMINICANA - any good / bad experiences?

    Hello All, We're looking at moving some freight out of the DR and are looking for anybody that may have used AVIA EXPRESS DOMINICANA Santo Domingo, DR Thanks, Darryl
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    customs and freight broker out of DR

    Hello All, I'm looking at moving a few containers of goods out of the DR. Any suggestions on a freight broker / customs that is honest and reliable/competent. Preferably with an office on the north coast. Thanks, BigD
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    Freight question

    Hello All, Does anybody have any suggestions on freight companies to move some used equipment out of the country - ie. good lines to go with, ways of avoiding anything being stolen, and avoiding being taxed? Thanks, Big D
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    hotel suggestion in Santiago

    Hey people, Can anyone suggest a hotel in Santiago - moderately priced, with a pool, bar (of coarse) and electricity. Thanks, Darryl
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    Recomodations for lawyer in Santiago

    Hello All, I'm searching for a good (read honest and not too expensive) business lawyer in the Santiago area. Any recommendations? Oh yeah, they need to speak English. Thanks, BigD
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    Inbound / outbound freight

    Hello All, I'm curious to find out all the ins and outs of getting reduced freight rates both in and out of the DR (Santiago). Export will be primarily to the states and in both FCL and LCL. As well, any info on any local freight brokers and customs brokers would be appreciated. If there...
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    Santiago Info

    Hello All, I'm trying to get some info on estimated living costs in Santiago. I'm interested in renting either a 3 bedroom house or apartment. As well, I would like an area that is good for expat kids. Any ideas? Thanks in advance, BigD
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    Info about Santiago

    Hola All, I'm trying to build up some ties in Santiago. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Specifically I'm looking for: - a list of private english schools for primary years - suggested areas where its comfortable and safe to live (especially for kids) - children sports organizations...
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    Free Trade Zones

    Hello All, I've been reading the various threads for a while now and figured its about time I registered - the posts have been very informative - thank you. In regards to the free trade zones - I'd like to talk with some people that currently have a company set up there to find the ins and...