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dcasanares

@dcasanares

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Registration: 18 January 2017

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2 years ago
whackerdog123

US phone number by whackerdog123

Does anyone have a suggestion on how to get a US phone number and have my calls forwarded here in the Philippines. and if so a recommendation on a specific service. I don't care if it isn't free, I just want one that doesn't cater to business. I ...

dcasanares

@whackerdog123 If you are going back to the US soon install Google Voice on your computer and cellphone and depending on your budget you call get a low cost MetroPCS phone. Read More

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3 years ago
Ray61

I moved to Puerto Princesa, Palawan by Ray61

I moved in November 2015 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Before, I was living in Agoo, La Union (Philippines). I don't know how many of you are living in Palawan but I have to say, that's the best decision of my life. I'm very used to live ...

dcasanares

Did you ever move back to Palawan? Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
3 years ago
Ray61

I moved to Puerto Princesa, Palawan by Ray61

I moved in November 2015 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Before, I was living in Agoo, La Union (Philippines). I don't know how many of you are living in Palawan but I have to say, that's the best decision of my life. I'm very used to live ...

dcasanares

Are you still in Palawan? Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
5 years ago
AgroSurAmerica

What banks in colombia can I use for my SSA direct deposit? by AgroSurAmerica

What banks in colombia can I use for my direct deposit USA SSA payment?

dcasanares

So are you saying most Americans will have to pay 33% on our Social Security and others funds that we have coming in from the US? Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
5 years ago
PhilCo58

To Pay Tax in Colombia or Not by PhilCo58

If we are good law abiding Expats, we will do our legal bit to help Colombia, but that doesn't mean we are going to empty our pockets for them. When you decide to live in Colombia, one of your obligations is to visit DIAN and register your ...

dcasanares

Thank you very much for sharing this information. I have been discouraged from moving from the US to Colombia due to the potential of paying a lot in taxes but for some reason Expats have never shared what you have shared. Read More

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6 years ago
dcasanares

Cost of learning Spanish in Colombia by dcasanares

It's very interesting that learning Spanish in Colombia seems to be very expensive relative to the cost of living, average salary and that Spanish is the language that 99.99% Colombians speak. I think it's cheaper to learn how to speak ...

dcasanares

Thanks for the advice and I totally agree with you. Read More

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6 years ago

Cost of learning Spanish in Colombia

It's very interesting that learning Spanish in Colombia seems to be very expensive relative to the cost of living, average salary and that Spanish is the language that 99.99% Colombians speak. I think it's cheaper to learn how to speak ... Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Dealing with loneliness in Colombia by Priscilla

Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...

dcasanares replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Legal services in Colombia by Priscilla

Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Colombia. What types of legal services might an ...

dcasanares

That makes total sense. Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
6 years ago
m07801

Taxation in Colombia by m07801

Hello All, Im considering to retire in Medellin next year. I visited the city this past February and enjoyed the city. i was very impressed. Im 61 years old from the USA. I would be living on my pension from my job, ...

dcasanares

Maybe you are correct but taxing people at 35% of their non-taxable income seems rather extreme. Read More

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6 years ago
cccmedia

Is Colombia on the List of Countries Collecting the Most Income Tax? by cccmedia

I've been looking at some lists of the top income-tax collecting countries in the world. Investopedia's list basically included countries in Europe -- none in South America made the list. At the top of the list, Belgium collects 42 ...

dcasanares

So if you can only stay in Colombia for six (6) months before having the joy of paying taxes where do you stay during that six months? Are there fully furnish apartments/condos that you can rent out for only six months in Colombia? Read More

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6 years ago
Roy84

Colombian visa extension rules by Roy84

I spent 90 days in colombia, left for ecuador after that period, returned to colombia and recieved another 90 days in colombia. I have spent now 30 more days in colombia out of the additional 90 I recieved. My issue now is that I want to attend a ...

dcasanares

Excellent resource Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
6 years ago
cccmedia

Is Colombia on the List of Countries Collecting the Most Income Tax? by cccmedia

I've been looking at some lists of the top income-tax collecting countries in the world. Investopedia's list basically included countries in Europe -- none in South America made the list. At the top of the list, Belgium collects 42 ...

dcasanares

I agree with you - that's why I'm looking at other places to live Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
6 years ago
cccmedia

Is Colombia on the List of Countries Collecting the Most Income Tax? by cccmedia

I've been looking at some lists of the top income-tax collecting countries in the world. Investopedia's list basically included countries in Europe -- none in South America made the list. At the top of the list, Belgium collects 42 ...

dcasanares

What was the percentage? Read More

dcasanares replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Colombia forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

dcasanares

Thank you for correcting me Read More