Recent content by danc

i use www.xoom.com to get USD down to BA.

Hi, I have a nice place in las canitas that I will rent to you on a month to month basis and you can pay be credit card. feel free to send me a private note and I will send you more info. dan

Over the past 5 years I've flow into eze maybe 15 times and have never once been questioned about my length of visit..but yes i did fly in once from costa rica on a one way ticket, no problems.

I bought my property that way in 2006. I directly transferred money in my USA account to his USA account. However, things change so fast here that I would suggest you speak with a lawyer and or account.

I am curious: Did you own your apt? Did you sell the apt and how did you get your money out of argentina?

Can anyone recommend a good accountant to help me with my property taxes? I bought my place in 2006 and was just contacted by AFIP. What should expect to pay for this accounting service? many thanks!

I feel your pain, bank accounts in Argentina are a major hassle. If you open a HSBC premier account, min $100K USD deposit, my understanding is you'll have access to your funds in that account in Argentina (or anywhere in the world). An other option is to open a Charles Schwab checking account...

check out this website for excellent RTW flight info: http://www.flyertalk.com/

If you feel the US is headed for disaster, I'd say Argentina will most likely pave the way. Chile is a much better bet for financial stability. Colombia is definately headed in the right direction, but its the lone country surrounded by a bunch of places that could soon collapse. If you want...

I've booked online tickets with GOL and TAM, both worked out just fine...

betts, Some things are priced in dollars, especially the goods and services targeted at foreigners, but stating that "everything" is priced in USD is not true. If you don't want to pay dollars for these goods and services simply ask to pay in the currency you prefer. I am sure you'll come to a...

I am looking for a used flat screen TV in excellent condition. Anyone on this forum have one?

This topic surfaces every year or so on the forum and each time it does different information is presented. I've done my own research and have concluded the law regarding property tax is vague. I found a 2.5% annual tax on property owners who one a residence in Capital Federal AND an estate in...

Maple syrup can be found at Jumbo...Check out the Cafe Martinez chains for whole bean coffee, i seem to recall seeing whole bean there...

Yes, you absolutely have to file. I've lived outside the states for years as a cal resident and each year had to file state. Even if you visit california for a couple of weeks, as a california state resident, you are subject to taxation. Isn't that wonderful! I learned my lesson and quickly...