Question by Obamas Shoes: Does anyone know about starting a Dominican Bank account as a non-resident?
I hear the interest was really good and they have international banks to protect the accounts from failure. When I was there some ex-pats were gettting great APRs and living mostly off of interest. Can I set up an account from the US?

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Answer by vergavibrar
NO… you have to GO THERE IN PERSON to set up that account. They aren’t getting that great an interest, though. Anyway, you will need to deposit ,000 in any bank in the D.R. if you plan to move there.

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Question by Quaestori ulterior Hispania: Anyone else take precautions when Obama won?
Moved 90% of my trust into yuan and euro accounts, 80% euro, 10% yuan. Bought a nice piece of land in Costa Rica and getting a place built I can retire to later this year as the USA melts down into hell. Who else is prepared to abandon Obamaville
Sorry Ghost, married, 6 kids, 14 grandbabies

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Answer by jordan1223334
sweet. looks like the nutjobs are leaving

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Question by Poppa Puff: I’m thinking of retireing out of the US. Anyone have any suggestions?
I am going to retire somewhere where it is “dirt cheap” to live. Some reasonable medical facilities for American’s in the area would be best. Thinking about Costa Rica. Many places I have checked into used to be cheap but as more and more American’s have retired to those places, the definition of “inexpensive” or “cheap” has changed. While some of these places are still reasonably, they are more than I would like to pay. Moving to another country with another family or companion in similar circumstances to share expenses with would not be out of the question. To old to take chances so I would definetly do a background check on anyone I would consider living with. I am 55 and would like to make this move within the next year. Should I first visit the location you suggest and if so, any suggestions on how to get the real feel of the place you suggest? My needs are few and I prefer a location with mild climate, down to earth people, and not a bunch of hustle and bustle. Thanks!

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Answer by HAN
You might want to consider Thailand. Nice friendly people with accommodating culture. Medical services are pretty advanced with reasonable pricing. Cost of living is relatively low compared to other cities in Asia.

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Question by The Indian: Has anyone moved from Mexico to thailand and what was the cost of living differences between the 2 countries?
I am a american, retired and tired of living in mexico and now need a new destination. Did you like the move, do you enjoy living in thailand, etc etc …….i am asking because I am retired and am planing to go to Thailand and use thailand as a home base to travel around thailand and countries surrounding Thailand…. any ideas and suggestions etc are welcome

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Answer by karazyal
Before you decide to move to Thailand VISIT FIRST! There are lots of US expats living in Thailand, and the Philippines for that matter, so you will have lots of countrymen to chat with and ask for advice. Visit first and ask around for suggestions. Lots of expats living in Pattaya which is cheaper than Bangkok for hotels. You can not own land in Thailand as a foreigner but you can buy a condo.

Also post your question on these travel forums and a see what comes up. Thai Visa Forum has a lot of good info on immigration (over 50 it is pretty easy,) read up on currency, precautions, etc.

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/

Other travel forums:

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g293915-i3686-Thailand.html

http://forum.virtualtourist.com/forum-1445238-1-Travel-Bangkok-1-forum.html

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/forum.jspa?forumID=51

Some of the things you have to consider is how far from your home country Thailand is. From Mexico it easier to get back to the US if you have to. From Thailand it costs a little more and takes a lot more time flying. Mexico is more like the US than Thailand will ever be. What they will have in common is poverty in some places and a little corruption.

Transportation is excellent in Thailand, the price is reasonable. From Thailand it is easy to get to many other countries by land or cheap flights. You can even take a train from Bangkok to Singapore if you want. I feel safer traveling in Thailand than I ever did in Mexico!

Good luck.

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Question by alpena1: Does anyone have info on retiring to The Philippines and the “Resident Retirment Visa” program?

I am a white american and I want to retire to the Bataan area.

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Answer by rclora
if you are a former filipino, re-acquire your philippine citizenship. dual citizen is now allowed by the philippine govt.

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