Expat Files – 05.05.17

#1- I told you so! Today we have proof that the majority of Latin countries are now in the active stages of tightening their immigration and residency requirements for foreigners (that means gringos). Today we excerpt a trusted Panama media source outlining how residency requirements and tourist visa renewal laws are changing right now in Panama listing Latin countries that …

Expat Files – 04.02.17

#2-A quick guide to hiring and firing maids, gardeners and other domestic help. Up in the states, most gringos and Expats can never afford a maid or gardener. That can present stressful boss/employee relations problems if not handled correctly right from the start. Problem #1: Many Gringos/Gringas feel quite guilty about paying so little (considered slave wages in the states). They often compensate by being very lenient and letting maids set the rules in the house, often forgetting who’s the boss and who’s the employee.

Expat Files – 03.30.17

#1- Hidden truths about the proposed Trump wall the media will never tell you about #2-The quick start, vote-with-your-feet, fast track “Plan B” method explained #3- What you need to know about Latin currencies and the underlying inflation stats behind them #4- There have been subtle and not so subtle changes in the Latin coins and change in your pocket. …