Scott Holmes
American expat in Dominican Republic
Forum posts
6
About me
American
Registration: 24 June 2026
My expat journey
Dominican Republic
USA
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New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic 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 ...
@snowinpalm i guess I used up number of charters. My post just stop typing. Last sentence was supposed to be we are beach and warm weather people. Read More
What are the do's and don't when hiring a maid? by Scott Holmes
What are the do's and don't when hiring a maid?聽 What is a reputable agency to use for Bavaro?
Thank you. And yes I did mean Bavaro. I am not the best speller. LOL Read More
How to set up electricity and Water and other utilities in new home? by institutelouisville
We are closing on our new DR home in November. How do we go about setting up internet, electricity, water, TV services. There are currently renters living at the house. We can live without internet or TV for a few days but what about water and ...
@planner There is some good info for me here.聽 My relator told me that when we get to closing. We will go to ulities and sign a form both seller and buyer to transfer utilities.聽 This sounds good.聽 If this is the case I will ensure ... Read More
How to run AC cheaply ?
I am new and never been to Dominican Republic. My wife has. We are in process of purchasing a 3 bedroom house in Bravos.聽 The house has 4 AC units.聽 From what I seen online cost of living articles AC can cause very high electric bill. It ... Read More
What are the do's and don't when hiring a maid?
What are the do's and don't when hiring a maid?聽 What is a reputable agency to use for Bavaro? Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic 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 ...
@Julien Hello everyone. I am a retired US department of the army civilian. I am also a us army Vetran. My wife and I decided to retire early last year. Our plan was to be able to enjoy life. So a year out we started to plan. Because of economy ... Read More