nhoover
American expat in Brazil
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About me
American
Lives in Rio de Janeiro
Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic
Registration: 03 May 2011
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taxes by ndfansince53
WE intend to retire in Brazil in about 3 yeaars. WE live in Chicago. My wife is a citizen of Brazil and of the US. I am a US citizen. An important consideration is taxes. As Americans, even though we may reside permanently in Brazil one day, we ...
There is no tax agreement between Brazil and the US so you are expected to pay taxes in both locations and there are very few reductions or credits you receive by paying Brazilian taxes. However, if you reside abroad and make less than a certain ... Read More
Nannies, Preschools, and Playgroups by nhoover
Hi all, We are planning to move to Rio in March 2012 and starting to think about where we want to live and how the adjustment will be for our two year old daughter. I don't yet have a job, but do plan to look for one. Does anyone have advice on ...
Hi Bruce, I am now in a better position to give you some answers. There are a number of "creche/escolas" here that serve hybrid daycare/preschools. Kids usually start these between 6 months to a year old and stay until they start primary school ... Read More
Learning Portuguese by GuestPoster27088
I'm interested to know how people have learned portuguese, both before moving to Brazil and after. Has anyone used PC based systems such as rosetta stone? If so, how did you like it? I saw another application called Portuguese Complete Edition that ...
Does anyone have recommendations of language classes in Rio for advanced Portuguese speakers? We are moving in May and I would like to take a reading and writing class to solidify my Portuguese. I have heard PUC has a good program but I am not ... Read More
Renting accommodations in Brazil by James
What you should know if you plan to rent a home /apartment in Brazil. Since introduction of the new law governing rental property in January 2010 much has change. It has not necessarily been for the better and as yet it certainly hasnÂ’t served ...
Thanks for such a detailed explanation! Read More
To bring or not to bring: Appliances? by nhoover
All, I have heard from expats that it is worth bringing appliances. My husband and I are moving to Rio in March and his company is paying to ship everything for our relocation. We are looking at renting an apartment, but few comes with fridges, ...
Thanks so much Faina! I wondered about the dishwasher but at least I know that if we bring it we can sell. Any recommendations on brands? We have been looking at GE but it seems that some of the GE models are not available in Brazil but GE is in ... Read More
To bring or not to bring: Appliances?
All, I have heard from expats that it is worth bringing appliances. My husband and I are moving to Rio in March and his company is paying to ship everything for our relocation. We are looking at renting an apartment, but few comes with fridges, ... Read More
Nannies, Preschools, and Playgroups
Hi all, We are planning to move to Rio in March 2012 and starting to think about where we want to live and how the adjustment will be for our two year old daughter. I don't yet have a job, but do plan to look for one. Does anyone have advice on ... Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Rio de Janeiro by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Rio de Janeiro. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Rio de Janeiro. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat ...
Thanks, Marina. Do you recommend any relocation companies? With regard to the financial guarantee, it is non-refundable? Recently a friend of ours rented an apt in Barra for 3K/month and the seguro was 11,000! Is this typical? Is it ... Read More
Offering help by LiluB
Hello there. I'm a brazilian lawyer, and, since my father has been in rotary ever since I remember, I'm used to sometimes help exchange studens from everywhere. I find very interesting how meny people are coming to Brazil recently, many with no ...
Dear LiluB, Thanks for your offer! To what extent are foreign documents recognized in Brazil? We are considering moving there with our family. My husband and I have a marriage certificate from Egypt (he is Egyptian/Brazilian and I am American). ... Read More
Questions about Living in Rio with a Family by nhoover
All, My husband is Brazilian but has been living abroad for the past ten years (in Egypt and the U.S). Currently we live in Chicago and have a 21 month old daughter. We may soon have the opportunity to move to Rio as my husband's employer is ...
Dear Chris and Romaguera, I have been traveling and didn't check the forum. Thank you so much for all the detailed information and cost estimates. My husband is in Rio for work this week and is planning to look at apartments this weekend so your ... Read More
Questions about Living in Rio with a Family by nhoover
All, My husband is Brazilian but has been living abroad for the past ten years (in Egypt and the U.S). Currently we live in Chicago and have a 21 month old daughter. We may soon have the opportunity to move to Rio as my husband's employer is ...
Thank you so much for such a detailed and thorough response. It is quite a bit to keep track of but helpful to know in advance. Good luck traveling with your pet! Read More
Questions about Living in Rio with a Family
All, My husband is Brazilian but has been living abroad for the past ten years (in Egypt and the U.S). Currently we live in Chicago and have a 21 month old daughter. We may soon have the opportunity to move to Rio as my husband's employer is ... Read More