The Expat Files: Living in Latin America

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A guide to moving to Latin America, finding work, and settling in.

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Friday Dec 20, 2019

EXPAT FILES 12.20.19

Friday Dec 20, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #915 FRI, DEC 20 (12-20-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

The week-long “Expat Insider Seminar” in Central America is scheduled for Friday, Jan 10th through Thursday Jan 16th, 2020. Join me on my January 2020 adventure and get a 2 to 5 year head start on your own “Plan B”. Just go to www.theexpatfiles.com and click on the seminar link, or email me at: theexpatfiles@gmail.com.

#2- Climate change and global warming in Latin America:

A boots on the ground investigation

#3- “Es en los manos de Dios” or “Dios permite” :

Those are the universal catchphrases when something, or some event, goes wrong or bad in some Latino or Latina’s life. They will invoke God as they hope for a positive outcome. However when something goes well or excellent in their lives it’s a different story, suddenly “Dios” has nothing to do with it….

#4- Baby names and stupid parents:

How a cute name can make a kid’s future life miserable

#5- it’s a fact that many, many US govt. employees opt for a “Plan B”

and secretly (or not so secretly) long to get the hell out of Dodge:

It seems counter-intuitive. However, they are on the inside and see how the sausage is made. So then, what do they know that we don’t know?

#6- Joe six-pack don’t care about having no “Plan B”:

As long as he still can afford beer, the minimum payment on his credit cards and his monthly Netflix bill, Joe don’t wanna hear bout no “Plan B”…

#8- Check out my “The Expat Files” You Tube channel. See all the fun slides and photos that go along with each show. There are now more than 150 shows posted on my YouTube channel so have a look.

Monday Dec 16, 2019

Expat Files - 12.15.19

Monday Dec 16, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #914 SUN, DEC 15 (12-15-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

#2- Water and water purification in Latin America- PART 3

#3- Why such low sperm counts in US males and such high sperm counts in Latin Males?

#4- The truth about plastic food containers and water bottles:

They’re everywhere in Latin America and I mean everywhere, though with a little forethought there are ways to avoid their deleterious effects.

#5- Stem Cell Update #4

#6-Doctors and Cockfights an unlikely combination, but not in Latin America:

Get ready for today’s first “boots on the ground” story

#7- When Gringos and expats ruin a good thing:

Unfortunately newbees mostly arrive quite clueless and thus unwittingly sow the seeds of cultural disruption

#8- The high cost of living in Panama:

And to think, it used to be such a great place for a “Plan B”

#9- Wealth and bad taste in Latin America:

Why do these two so often seem to go hand and hand?

#10-Those terrible bare-naked florescent bulbs and horrible Latin Lighting schemes:

#11- The ubiquitous problem no one wants to address- ALUMINUM:

#12- Check out my “The Expat Files” You Tube channel. See all the fun slides and photos that go along with each show. There are now more than 150 shows posted on my YouTube channel so have a look.

Friday Dec 13, 2019

Expat Files - 12.13.19

Friday Dec 13, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #913 FRI, DEC 13(12-13-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

#2- Medical Tourism, Dentistry and Cosmetic surgery in Latin America, 10 things you need to know:

#3- How can it be possible that Medical, Dental and Hospital treatments in Latin America are 1/4 to 1/6 the stateside cost?

What's the catch? I there something they’re not telling us?

#4- When gringo professionals go job hunting in Latin America:

Today we have the dope on gringos and expats with college degrees and professional careers looking to find a similar job in Latin America:

Ther are many questions that need answering like …how do you go about it, where do you look, where do you start and how much will you get paid?

#5-An update on expat life in La Cafayete, Argentina (formerly Doug Casey’s prime development) and on expat life in the boonies of Nicaragua:

A boots on the ground report from an expat who spends half the year in Argentina (with its 100% year over year inflation), and the other half in Nicaragua (a country whose socialist dictator has the place virtually under Martial Law)

#6- Check out my “The Expat Files” You Tube channel. See all the fun slides and photos that go along with each show. There are now more than 150 shows posted on my YouTube channel so have a look.

Saturday Dec 07, 2019

Expat Files - 12.08.19

Saturday Dec 07, 2019

EXPAT FILES SHOW #912 SUN, DEC 08(12-08-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

#2- “Helper’s High” or “Do Gooder Delusion”

Have you heard of the term? Few have, but it’s the rush people get when they do something good for someone. It’s an actual measurable physiological effect that includes the release of serotonin and other hormones and there’s a lot of that going around here in Latin America. It’s a good thing mostly, but can be addictive and thus like anything addictive, can get out of hand..

#3- Mexican Narcos and gangs are getting desperate and are now targeting formerly secure gringo tourist hot spots.

I’m not surprised and in fact predicted it. Yes... you have been warned over and over again that when Mexican Narcos and gangs lose market share or have an economic crunch (like legalization of weed in the US and Canada), they naturally turn to other sources of revenue… like to the gringos on the formerly secure and unmolested tourist trail.

#4- BANKING in Latin America the easy way –PART 2

#5 What you didn’t know about that famous Mexican Corona beer can hurt you:

#6- Keeping and maintaining a US phone number while living in Latin America:

Today we explain some very good phone hacks to get a US number that can really come in handy

#7- Check out my “The Expat Files” You Tube channel. See all the fun slides and photos that go along with each show. There are now more than 150 shows posted on my YouTube channel so have a look.

Friday Dec 06, 2019

Expat Files - 12.06.19

Friday Dec 06, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #911 FRI, DEC 06(12-06-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

#2- How to lower and even eliminate import tax and duties when you order things from ebay, Amazon and Alibaba, etc.

Today we delve into some special shipping hacks, as well discuss everything you need to know about ordering products from the USA or China. Its inevitable, you will be buying this online and having them shipped to your chosen Latin country but you will be hit extra for shipping and customs and import taxes (maybe). Today we also give the pros and cons of ordering from Amazon versus Alibaba. There are some big and important differences...

#3- Choosing a Latin Bank: This is where gringos and expats can make some very big mistakes!

#4- Tips to know when bribing government officials (ha!):

Latin cops, border guards and immigration slugs are infinitely flexible, meaning nearly all are bribable and on the take.

#5- Check out my “The Expat Files” You Tube channel. See all the fun slides and photos that go along with each show. There are now more than 150 shows posted on my YouTube channel so have a look.

Sunday Dec 01, 2019

Expat Files - 12.01.19

Sunday Dec 01, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #910 SUN, DEC 01(12-01-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

#2- The dangers of EMI (electromagnetic Interference) RFI (Radio Frequency Interference)at home and your workplace-PART 2:

In this, PART 2, we have an in depth discussion of EMI/RFI meters and recommendations of what you should know (but don’t) about various waves and fields caused by wi-fi routers, computers, cellphones, TVs, microwaves, cell towers and all smart devices. Today you’ll find out how to easily protect yourself from the grand worldwide EMF and 5G experiments we all are a part of. We are all Guinea pigs whether we know it or not, whether we like it or not.

#3- How to locate Natural and Homeopathic doctors and clinics:

How to get the treatments and medicines, wherever you may be living or visiting in Latin America:

#4- The pros and cons of trying for Latin Country Residency all by yourself:

Its todays “boots on the ground” story and generally NOT recommended unless your Spanish is very good, you have an infinite amount of patience and have much more time than money. Just know that it can be done, whereas 95% of the time the residency process is achieved by hiring a Latin Lawyer to hold your hand and guide you through the process.

#5- Winning (or losing) the “Cell Tower” lottery in Latin America:

#6- What’s up with those Trump asylum deals with Guatemala and other Central American countries?

Friday Nov 29, 2019

Expat Files - 11.29.19

Friday Nov 29, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #909 FRI, NOV 29 (11-29-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

The week-long “Expat Insider Seminar” in Central America is scheduled for Friday, Jan 10th through Thursday Jan 16th, 2020. Join me on my January 2020 adventure and get a 2 to 5 year head start on your own “Plan B”. To get in on the early-bird discounts just go to www.theexpatfiles.com and click on the seminar link, or email me at: theexpatfiles@gmail.com.

#2- The dangers of EMI (electromagnetic Interference) RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) in your home and workplace-PART 1:

Questions come up and people ask me all the time about EMI/RFI meters.

You may be wondering what I use and recommend to check for dangerous levels of EMI and dirty electricity around the house and property. Well today I share my recommendations and discuss many things you should know (but don’t) about various waves and fields caused by wi-fi routers, computers, cellphones, TVs, microwaves, cell towers and all smart devices. It’s ironic that these days what you DON’T know can and will hurt you and in the long run can severely damage your health, that is, unless you take some of the positive steps I’ve outlined here in PART 1 of this series…

#3- The truth about Venezuela brain drain, direct from the source, the diaspora:

I’m tired of the fake news coming out of the 1st world manipulated media regarding what’s happening in Venezuela. Today you will hear some actual stories from the mouths of Venezuelans who lost their homes, businesses and pretty much everything. You will see that the country is not crashing and burning because of clandestine US alphabet agency interference (though there was plenty of that and it was totally stupid and unnecessary) but the downfall and financial chaos came most exclusively from the purely socialist policies of private property expropriation and price controls. That said, if you still like socialism, Bernie and ACO after hearing this.. then you deserve what will happen to you and yours ...

#4- My best water filter picks (and why) revisited:

Monday Nov 25, 2019

Expat Files - 11.24.19

Monday Nov 25, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #908 SUN, NOV 24 (11-24-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

The week-long “Expat Insider Seminar” in Central America is scheduled for Friday, Jan 10th through Thursday Jan 16th, 2020. Join me on my January 2020 adventure and get a 2 to 5 year head start on your own “Plan B”. To get in on the early-bird discounts just go to www.theexpatfiles.com and click on the seminar link, or email me at: theexpatfiles@gmail.com.

#2- Those damn bank “know your customer laws” are on steroids in certain Latin countries (like Mexico)

#3- 10 things you must know in order to stay under the radar and keep a low profile in Latin America (with the help of your Latin lawyer)

#4- Did you know that under certain conditions your Latin bank can freeze your account and keep your dough forever?

Here are the simple ways to prevent that from ever occurring..

#5- What you need to know about using “snail mail” in Latin America

Friday Nov 22, 2019

Expat Files - 11.22.19

Friday Nov 22, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #907 FRI, NOV 22 (11-22-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

The week-long “Expat Insider Seminar” in Central America is scheduled for Friday, Jan 10th through Thursday Jan 16th, 2020. Join me on my January 2020 adventure and get a 2 to 5 year head start on your own “Plan B”. To get in on the early-bird discounts just go to www.theexpatfiles.com and click on the seminar link, or email me at: theexpatfiles@gmail.com.

#2- Johnny’s 17 best Latin cities and towns report revisited:

#3- Ever wonder how the Latino 1% live?

It’s the subject of today’s first “boots on the ground” story

#4- The present state of Latin infidelities:

It’s the subject of today’s second “boots on the ground” story

#5- Stem Cell treatments in Latin America- an update:

#6- Where have all the “crack babies”gone?

Sunday Nov 17, 2019

Expat Files - 11.17.19

Sunday Nov 17, 2019

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #906 SUN, NOV 17 (11-17-2019):

#1- Registration is now open for Johnny Mueller’s Jan 2020 “Expat Insider” seminar:

The week-long “Expat Insider Seminar” in Central America is scheduled for Friday, Jan 10th through Thursday Jan 16th, 2020. Join me on my January 2020 adventure and get a 2 to 5 year head start on your own “Plan B”. To get in on the early-bird discounts just go to www.theexpatfiles.com and click on the seminar link, or email me at: theexpatfiles@gmail.com.

#2- The Cryptocurrency market:

Today you get to hear my take on the crypto scene including picks, suggestions, tips and what’s going on here in Latin America regarding our nice, little, well developed and "in the know" Crypto scene.

#3- The Bolivia crisis:

Today you’ll get the real, non-fake news, serious and factual version of what’s been happening at the “boots on the ground” level. Hear what people are saying about Evo Morales on the streets, coffee shops and kitchens of Bolivia.

#4- Millennials and their problems in Latin America-PART 2