The Expat Files: Living in Latin America

The Expat Files - 10.16.22

#1- Watching upscale Latino/Latina Gringo wannabees compete against themselves:Of course it’s all so ridiculous to us genuine gringos, but occasionally fun to watch   
#2- Your Gringo Advantage can be directly “in your face” or perfectly subtle:A “boots on the ground” story
#3- The very un-PC cancellable truth about racism and classism in Latin America:(And to think we thought only white men were racist A-holes…)
#4- The 3 psychological transition phases of expat life:I’m in phase #3 … how about you? BTW: Can regress and go backward?

#5- What to expect if you hook up with a Latina or Latino and have a kid or two:

#6- Why gringo guys (men) absolutely need a cleaning lady:Though some are just too cheap, indecisive or bull headed to pull the trigger.

#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#8- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 10.14.22

 

#1- Hurricanes in Latin America : How much should we worry?  

#2- More building and construction tips specific to Latin America: 
#3- What you need to know about thatched roofs in Latin America:They look tropical and quaint though not recommended  #4- Owning a beach house in Latin America:Advice and traps to avoid #5- Mosquitos, gringos and dengue fever:Do expats and gringos even get dengue fever?

#6- AAA clubs and big time gringo drinkers in Latin America:

#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#8- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 10.09.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1185 SUN, OCT 09 (10-09-22) 

 

#1- My real estate successes and failures: 

#2- What you need to know about Latin American landlords: 

#3- What you need to know about Latin American rental contracts: 

 

#4- Underage maids and cleaning ladies:

A trap to avoid

 

#5- My latest Latin country “Plan B” recommendations:

 

#6- Unhappy, unglued “Woke” Latinos who insist on calling themselves “Latinx”:

It’s not tolerated in Latin America, only in the USA 

 

#7- To live with or without the “gringo advantage”:

How strong or weak it is it is depends on the concentration of gringos and expats… thus location, location, location 

#8- The lame street media continuously repeats the refrain that Latin America is sooo dangerous:

If you believe that you definitely have no meaningful “boots on the ground” experiences. My suggestion is you are perpetually worried about those reports- PLEASE DON’T COME DOWN. Stay home and go down with the ship. We don’t need or want you here in paradise. .  

 #9- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

 

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

 

#10- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 10.07.22

 

#1- How the coyote illegal alien transport rules have changed dramatically since the Cov-idiot plandemic: 

#2- What Expats need to know about freelance taxis:

#3- The Latino “common law” marriage hypocrisy:

 

#4- Vigilante justice in Latin America:

When and why common people lynch criminal motorcyclists  

 

#5- Making your Latin American house or apartment break-in proof:

If you travel for long periods you will need to know this

 

#6- Barrio living versus living in a gated colonia:

There is a BIG difference. You don’t want to live in a Barrio!!!    

 

#7- The lame street media continuously repeats the refrain that Latin America is sooo dangerous:

If you believe that you definitely have no meaningful “boots on the ground” experiences. My suggestion is you are perpetually worried about those reports- PLEASE DON’T COME DOWN. Stay home and go down with the ship. We don’t need or want you here in paradise. .   

 

#8- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

 

#9- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 10.02.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1183 SUN, OCT 02 (10-02-22) 

 

#1- When Expats loose it!

 

#2- When Expats become old and decrepit:

It will happen to you… then what?

 

#3- Latinos –vs- Latinos:

The way Latinos judge and diss each other’s countries is a sight to see

 

#4- Puerto Rico is NOT a good Plan B destination:

No matter what your have heard from even good rags like Sovereign man

 

#5- My latest “pet peeve” might well become yours too:

 

#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 09.30.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1182 FRI, SEPT 30 (09-30-22)  

#1- How things went very wrong at the latest Latin American beauty pageant:

Today’s first “boots on the ground” story 

#2- What you need to know about Latin American Beach resorts: 

#3- Is “WOKENESS” creeping into Latin America? 

#4- Latin toll roads and speed limits:

You’ll want to hear thus! 

#5- My latest “pet peeve” might well become yours too: 

#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 09.23.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1181 FRI, SEPT 23 (09-23-22) 

 #1- The Nov 2022 “Expat Insider” seminar has been postponed.

Stay Tuned for updates and details…

 

#2- What you need to know about Dentistry in Latin America –PART 2

Including the latest dual purpose Latino fad… dental braces. For Latinos, metal brackets (NOT the clear unseen ones serve to both straighten teeth and act as a socioeconomic class signal.   

 

#3- A note about Expats with genuine Latino friends:

Few Expats/Gringos have real Latino buddies they actually hang out with. That has an effect on how the locals react to us.   

 

#4- There’s an epidemic of broken families and unwed mothers in Latin America:

(Not that the USA is any better in that regard)

#5- When and where gringos and expats get targeted by criminals:

#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 09.18.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1180 SUN, SEPT 18 (09-18-22) 

#1- THE NOV 2022 “EXPAT INSIDER” SEMINAR HAS BEEN POSTPONED

 

#2- To be Transgender in Latin America:

What’s it like and how does it differ from being “trans” in the 1^st world

#3- Language accents and why we can’t get rid of them:

#4- Dentistry Latin Style:

How can treatments be so cheap? Is it because your 1^st world dentist gouging you? Well for one thing, in Latin America you’ve got your choice of good, better or best…

#5- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#6- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 09.16.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1179 FRI, SEPT 16 (09-16-22) 

#1- Despite greater economic growth and less poverty, 3^rd world countries continue to remain 3^rd world countries:

How does that make sense?

 

#2- Latin American Birthdays are MAJOR events:

Forget your Latino or Latina partner’s birthday at your peril:

#3- More on familial physical and sexual abuse in Latin America:

#4- What makes Latino kids different from American kids:

 

#5- Another motorcycle bites the dust:

Most would say that's a good thing...

#6- Having a “Plan-C” when your “Plan B” doesn’t work out:

#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#8- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

The Expat Files - 09.11.22

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1178 SUN, SEPT 11 (09-11-22) 

#1- ANNOUNCING MY WEEK LONG LATIN AMERICAN EXPAT “INSIDER” SEMINAR FOR THE FALL OF 2022:

Our next event will be held in the Dominican Republic beginning Saturday, Nov 5^th thru Friday, Nov 11^th 2022. Signup and get full details at www.ExpatPlanB.com

 

#2- Buying and selling real estate in Latin America- some nightmare scenarios to avoid:

#3- DYK about the 35% real estate capital gains sticker shock in Mexico?

#4- More on how Gringos and Expats discover business niches:

#5- Ten more reasons why Latinos and Latinas believe gringos are completely nuts:

6- Unfortunately, even in Latin America, you can’t hide from North American democrat and republican politics:

#7- Three moronic and ridiculous fads that took off during the lockdowns, but thankfully are fading fast:

#8- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com

#9- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.