Hello Folks!
I have been following this board for about a month and have studied up on moving to the DR. Before I make any moves in that direction, I want to make sure that I have a good idea of what to expect. These are a few of the conclusions that I have been able to draw:
1)It is fairly simple to go there and stay as long as you like.
2)You need American money for most purposes on the North Coast.
3)It is hell finding an apartment for long term rental.
4)To have most amenities that you would have in the US, it is less expensive than New York or San Fransisco but more expensive than Topeka or Omaha.
5)You can't be sure whether you will have to pay the right or left arm and leg to purchase and run a car.
6) Employment is out of the question.
7) It is better to leave your money in your home bank and rely on your ATM card.
8)You can be run ragged by women who want to immigrate to the US or Western Europe.
9) You have to make your own entertainment especially if you are not in SD.
10)There is no reasonably priced place to stay while you look for your first permanent home.
Do I have the right idea? I expect to pay my first visit to the DR with 6 months and if I like it there, will move in about a year.
Thanks!
I have been following this board for about a month and have studied up on moving to the DR. Before I make any moves in that direction, I want to make sure that I have a good idea of what to expect. These are a few of the conclusions that I have been able to draw:
1)It is fairly simple to go there and stay as long as you like.
2)You need American money for most purposes on the North Coast.
3)It is hell finding an apartment for long term rental.
4)To have most amenities that you would have in the US, it is less expensive than New York or San Fransisco but more expensive than Topeka or Omaha.
5)You can't be sure whether you will have to pay the right or left arm and leg to purchase and run a car.
6) Employment is out of the question.
7) It is better to leave your money in your home bank and rely on your ATM card.
8)You can be run ragged by women who want to immigrate to the US or Western Europe.
9) You have to make your own entertainment especially if you are not in SD.
10)There is no reasonably priced place to stay while you look for your first permanent home.
Do I have the right idea? I expect to pay my first visit to the DR with 6 months and if I like it there, will move in about a year.
Thanks!
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