Mitri Janho
@FromMontrealWithLove
Canadian expat in Ecuador
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28
Contacts
1
About me
Canadian
Lives in Cuenca
Speaks English,French,Arabic,learning Spanish
Registration: 02 February 2012
Cuenca Rentals by Pankonin
My wife and I are retired and interested in spending time in Ecuador. She speaks Spanish well. We will be in Cuenca, Jan and Feb 2013 and are looking for a reasonalble place to rent for a month. Would like to be able to walk to all necessary ...
You need to be more specific if you expect to receive answers that address your situation. ''Expensive'', ''close to things'' etc. can mean different things to different people. Four months from your arrival is gives you plenty of time to create a ... Read More
Cuenca Rentals by Pankonin
My wife and I are retired and interested in spending time in Ecuador. She speaks Spanish well. We will be in Cuenca, Jan and Feb 2013 and are looking for a reasonalble place to rent for a month. Would like to be able to walk to all necessary ...
You need to be more specific about your needs if you expect answers that will help you. ''Expensive'', ''reasonable place to rent'' and ''close to necessary places'' can mean different things to different people. Four months from now is a long time. ... Read More
2% tax on CD's interest rates ?
Thank you 3lckr. Was your CD with a cooperativa? Which one? Mitri Read More
2% tax on CD's interest rates ?
Is anyone familiar with a 2% ''Finance Performance Tax'' collected at the end of a CD term ? This appeared in small print on a cooperativa web site. Was never mentionned to me when I was shopping for rates! Thanks Read More
Where can we find it in Cuenca?
Hi Bruce, Long time no see. We saw some nice rugs in Sukasa but did not do any price comparison. Mitri Read More
Packing Vital Documents by Dispirit
Hello Expatriates: My name is Diane and I will be coming this year to Cuenca. AS I am doing my packing up, I am concerned as to how I should transport vital documents such as tax returns, bank documents, etc. These documents have vital ...
Hi Diane, I just saw your question. In case it helps, here is what I did. Everything prior to 7 years destroyed, tax returns and pertaining papers of the last 7 years labelled and given to my accountant. All past credit card statements etc. ... Read More
We Made It / Looking for other Canadians in Cuenca
Hello Cheryn And Bruce, We are now veterans! We have settled in Cuenca a little over a week ago now. If you like to make joined discoveries, let us know. Read More
expats in ecuador by katet1955
looking for expats in ecuador to communicate with. we are planning to move there in 2012 but would like someone to email with about questions and experiences. thanks
Thank you Vinny, How do I reach you in Cuenca? Mitri Read More
expats in ecuador by katet1955
looking for expats in ecuador to communicate with. we are planning to move there in 2012 but would like someone to email with about questions and experiences. thanks
Yesterday was our first day in Quito. Took a guided city tour on a open deck bus. Tried 3 restaurants : Very cheap :), cheap (laughed a lot) and expensive (by Ecuador standards), the wine was same price as in Montreal (where it is a state ... Read More
Canadian Bank Accounts and Visa
Hi Cheryl and Bruce, I am also with TD and my accounts remain as they are (for now). I added an account in U.S. funds called ''Borderless'' account and will transfert to Ecuador as needed. Since I am on Internet banking, it is extreeemely easy. You ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador...Learning Spanish...Selling Everything by ecuadorgeorge
This morning I woke up saying 聯Buenos dias聰 to myself and 聯Como estas聰? And my answer was 聯Me siento bien聰 (I feel good). Waking up and speaking Spanish is a pretty good sign that I am learning this new language. Albeit slowly, learning is ...
Finally the date is set! The tickets are bought and we know where we are staying in Quito. We rented the newly renovated and furnished apartment that Epsen had been setting up in the central area and we are anxious to wake up in Quito on April 23rd. ... Read More
Paying Taxes In Ecuador by jctex7
Hi, how does an American retiree living in Ecuador pay taxes on his pensions?
Thank you Bruce, This has been a great help! Read More
Must do's in Cuenca by KuskoCouple
My boyfriend and I will be in Cuenca for 3 weeks beginning May 14. In this amount of time, what are the best things to do and places to see? Thanks.
Hi KuskoCouple, Edith and I expect to be in Cuenca around that time. Hope to run into you and exchange stories. By the way Alaska has always fascinated me and at some point I was considering moving there. Mitri Read More
expats in ecuador by katet1955
looking for expats in ecuador to communicate with. we are planning to move there in 2012 but would like someone to email with about questions and experiences. thanks
Hi Kate, We will be leaving in a couple of weeks to explore the possiblities in Quito then in Cuenca. We intend to stay 2-3 weeks in each before we decide where to settle. We will let you know about our experiences regarding our initial stays. We ... Read More
Paying Taxes In Ecuador by jctex7
Hi, how does an American retiree living in Ecuador pay taxes on his pensions?
Who makes the decision as to where you pay taxes for a Canadian just moved to Ecuador after a resident's visa is obtained? And what are the income tax rates in Ecuador ? Thanks for any input! Read More
Moving to Ecuador...Learning Spanish...Selling Everything by ecuadorgeorge
This morning I woke up saying 聯Buenos dias聰 to myself and 聯Como estas聰? And my answer was 聯Me siento bien聰 (I feel good). Waking up and speaking Spanish is a pretty good sign that I am learning this new language. Albeit slowly, learning is ...
You are bringing a lot more stuff than we do. Hoping this can reduce the stress while packing, here is what we did. We had assembled everything in the same room and set up a table for the packers to work on, then I set things by groups and took a ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador...Learning Spanish...Selling Everything by ecuadorgeorge
This morning I woke up saying 聯Buenos dias聰 to myself and 聯Como estas聰? And my answer was 聯Me siento bien聰 (I feel good). Waking up and speaking Spanish is a pretty good sign that I am learning this new language. Albeit slowly, learning is ...
Hi again Cheryn and Bruce, I just realised your house in Cuenca is ready. Congratulations! Did you have it built? Was it hard to find and architect/contractor? Tell me it is an earth-house! I love these! Mitri Read More
Moving to Ecuador...Learning Spanish...Selling Everything by ecuadorgeorge
This morning I woke up saying 聯Buenos dias聰 to myself and 聯Como estas聰? And my answer was 聯Me siento bien聰 (I feel good). Waking up and speaking Spanish is a pretty good sign that I am learning this new language. Albeit slowly, learning is ...
Hi Cheryn & Bruce, You mention that you have to give the list of stuff you are shipping to the consulate. When we did that a week ago, they did not want it. They said we will need it only in Ecuador when we apply for the residents' visa. So they ... Read More
Moving to Ecuador...Learning Spanish...Selling Everything by ecuadorgeorge
This morning I woke up saying 聯Buenos dias聰 to myself and 聯Como estas聰? And my answer was 聯Me siento bien聰 (I feel good). Waking up and speaking Spanish is a pretty good sign that I am learning this new language. Albeit slowly, learning is ...
Yes !!! I salute your decision and your actions. About 2 weeks left before departure, and selling the remaining items, I am already feeling the wind beneath my wings and anxious for D day to arrive! Did you say 20 cents on the dollar? You're doing ... Read More
Need recomendations for a good Immigration Lawyer by worleyld
I need some help PLEASE. I need recommendations for a good Immigration Lawyer in Ecuador. I had planned on applying for my residency on my own, but after dealing with the Consulate office in Houston today I think I would like someone else to deal ...
Thank you Leonard for your comments. I'll give you a shout when we're in Quito and we'll get together. Mitri Read More
Need recomendations for a good Immigration Lawyer by worleyld
I need some help PLEASE. I need recommendations for a good Immigration Lawyer in Ecuador. I had planned on applying for my residency on my own, but after dealing with the Consulate office in Houston today I think I would like someone else to deal ...
Thank you Vinny, I might take you up on your offer. I haven't had promising results from my lawyer contact in Cuenca. I will contact you just before we arrive in Cuenca (sometime in the second half of April). Read More
Need recomendations for a good Immigration Lawyer by worleyld
I need some help PLEASE. I need recommendations for a good Immigration Lawyer in Ecuador. I had planned on applying for my residency on my own, but after dealing with the Consulate office in Houston today I think I would like someone else to deal ...
Hi leonard, I was recommended that lawyer also. I hope you are a patient man. I sent her an email February 17....I am still waiting...well...sort of :) . Good luck. Mitri Read More
Getting Real about Moving to Ecuador by ecuadorgeorge
When I started talking to my friends about a possible move from California to Ecuador the naysayers came out of the wood work. Out of 20 or so friends and family, only 4 were really excited about my dream of such an adventure聟 The others warned me ...
Thank you George, this was hilarius! Don't feel bad, I heard the same remarks from my friends. The latest and best was just 2 days ago : what if you need major surgery that would cost 50,000? :) :) I have sold the house and contents, declared my ... Read More
crate shipping by Tammieoc
Hi all, my husband and I are planning a move to Ecudor within a year. I know their are shipping options that involve 20ft and 40 ft cargo containers but has anyone experienced shipping a crate that is smaller than 20ft. Would this be a less ...
Hi Diane, we are using the services of a freight forwarder in Montreal who is taking charge from packing in our home to delivering inside our home in Ecuador. Since we are not sure if the destination will be Quito or Cuenca, they will be holding our ... Read More
crate shipping by Tammieoc
Hi all, my husband and I are planning a move to Ecudor within a year. I know their are shipping options that involve 20ft and 40 ft cargo containers but has anyone experienced shipping a crate that is smaller than 20ft. Would this be a less ...
Hi Tammie, Our crate is being made as we speak (5m3). I could give you details in a few days. We have decided to explore Quito and Cuenca before deciding. So our stuff is now in the hands of the shipping company waiting for our instructions on when ... Read More
Where to start? by Nancyc
We are near retirement and thinking about living in a beautiful place that has good healthcare; clean, quiet and furnished rental apartments or condos; good food and coffee; food and water safe to eat/drink; no car; REAL information other the hype ...
Hi Nancy and Gary, In a couple of weeks, we will move to Ecuador to live and retire(the house is sold and we are liquidating the contents). We have been doing our homework for the last 6 months and are ready to do the jump without going for a test ... Read More
Looking for a furnished apartment by FromMontrealWithLove
We are looking to rent (ideally by the week) a small furnished apartment for a short period starting early April until we decide on something more permanent in or around Quito. Thank you
Thanks Harmonie, we'll do. Mitri Read More
Looking for a furnished apartment
We are looking to rent (ideally by the week) a small furnished apartment for a short period starting early April until we decide on something more permanent in or around Quito. Thank you Read More