

pharrison742
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 17 August 2024
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Looking for U.S. Federal Employees that have retired in the DR by Joe Libbey
Hello,I will be retiring this year from the USDA Forest Service after 38 years. I have some questions about using the federal health insurance in the DR.Thanks,Joe Libbey

@Joe Libbey I am a retired Navy too. I am planning to move there once my home is completed in Nov 2025. Location is Punta Cana and I have Florida Blue. Read More


How to adapt to the °µÍø½ûÇø challenges of everyday life in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an °µÍø½ûÇø in Dominican Republic can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or ...

@planner I do agree with you. My summer home is scheduled to be completed in November 2025. I do not have any expectation for me. I just want to enjoy my 4 months and maybe eat some good food and enjoy the beaches twice a week. Also, enjoy my ... Read More


Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Dominican Republic, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to the Dominican ...

Why are groceries so expensive in Punta Cana? Read More


Where do the locals do their grocery shopping in Sosua? by agaisman
Recently, we visited Sosua and became aware of a couple of supermarkets in the center of town.I got the feeling that these markets may be overpriced compared to other stores frequented by locals.Could someone recommend other grocery shops with ...

Good advice! I will be moving there in Nov 2025. Read More


Purchasing a house by Dramcumar
Have anyone heard about purchasing a house in the barrio and not getting a title

You need to hire a lawyer. Read More


How to find out if a home builder is legit? by mjcoello
Hello All, any suggestions on how we can be 100% sure that a builder of new construction homes are legit and we won’t lose our money? It’s for a project in Vista Cana, development is called Paseo Isleños, builder is Construger. ...

Here is my experience. Get real estate agent,Check him/her out (preferences RE/MAX), because you can check that person license in American. Next, write out 25 questions to real estate agent to make sure that person know about the project. Next, ... Read More


Buying new development in cap cana by Buckeye1990
Hello °µÍø½ûÇø community, I am new here and looking for advice on a specific development which is just outside of Cap Cana resort area. The development is called Cana Alta and the link is https://canaalta.do/ As I have no prior experience with ...

I am new to this post and buying a home new property I am doing a new build in PuntaCana. I have already put down the deposit and now at the end of month, the construction fee is due. I am waiting on the contract to be signed and notarized. It is ... Read More