GuestPoster6669
Canadian expat in Russia
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Registration: 02 December 2024
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Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
ITAU will give you a basic orange colored debit card that is also a low limit C/C if set up accordingly. Whereas Santander has two cards for example.Of course those rates are genuine. Santander is at 7.31 % this month, the rates change (the last 12 ... Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
Next time you go to Brasil walk into a TIM cell store. Everyone there is younger and you may find an English speaker if you need one. They do not care what your Serasa score (their credit bureau) is and get a prepaid account. Claro for example won't ... Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
Just watched a YT video from GVentures as she is in Argentina right now. She lists local and USD prices in her latest video for probably 50 things and IMHO 80% of what she had was 50-200% more expensive when the USD price was converted to Reais than ... Read More
Who is Rich in Brazil? by alan279
Can someone point me to Brazilian income distribution by quintile? By state? By city?Thanks for any advice.Alan
Search for income by CLASS A, B, C. D, E.......that's how you find it. Its on the IBGE website and others, but it's buried inside PDF's on the site. Those are the economic buckets used for measurement with CLASS A being the highest. Thing is, I gave ... Read More
What is your favorite Beasilian "go to" junk food ?? by GuestPoster6669
I've been painting my new apartment all week, and it's so hot here in the southeast that I had to stop and walk to the botequim a block from my house to recharge.Sitting with an ice cold 600ml bottle of Antarctica and a plate of French fries with ...
Sorry to hear about the heat. Friends in Rio say it really is oppressive. mberigan - @mberigan It's OK walking at the beach or on the street because there is a breeze. Inside a building is tough to handle though, with or without AC. The cinemas ... Read More
What is your favorite Beasilian "go to" junk food ?? by GuestPoster6669
I've been painting my new apartment all week, and it's so hot here in the southeast that I had to stop and walk to the botequim a block from my house to recharge.Sitting with an ice cold 600ml bottle of Antarctica and a plate of French fries with ...
Aaahhhh aipim frito is what that's called in the SE. I love it as much as fries !!!!We have a dish here with aipim, carne seca, fried onions, and fried garlic. Read More
What is your favorite Beasilian "go to" junk food ??
I've been painting my new apartment all week, and it's so hot here in the southeast that I had to stop and walk to the botequim a block from my house to recharge.Sitting with an ice cold 600ml bottle of Antarctica and a plate of French fries with ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
That is what I said, isn't it ?Interest compounds tax free unless you access the funds. Then you pay based on the withdrawl date. That's exactly my understanding too. Unlike some jurisdictions that tax you on unrealized gains annually, which really ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
Paulo......A CDB is not taxed unless you withdraw money. Interest is credited daily to the balance in the case of mine. Read More
Trying to educate myself about Brazilian Tax Returns by bepmoht
I鈥檓 trying to learn the ins and outs of the Brazilian tax return process. In the USA a person can educate themselves by reading the many tax forms available online. For example, form 1040 which is a form commonly used has its accompanying ...
Just a first hand anecdote on the subject of Brasilians and tax.Landed here 6 months ago in GRU and the plane arrived early AM with 2-3 other international flights. Wife and I load up our 4 checked bags along with our carry ons, and proceed down the ... Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
Lot's of YT videos are paid "stealth" promos edited to appear natural. For example, the Government of Canada pays Brasilian influencers who immigrated there to make these "wonderful life in Canada" videos.I wasn't referring to you at all. Just ... Read More
Belo Horizonte by Em2810
My 19 year old english daughter wants to learn portugese in BH and is interested in Art and Design classes - and also possibly being an au pair- can anyone help me out with any leads or contacts please. many thanks
Working illegally, which I infer is your intention based on the post, in a country where next to no one speaks english, and she does not speak the language, is the worst of all possible scenarios for a very negative outcome. Just sayin'........She ... Read More
Trying to educate myself about Brazilian Tax Returns by bepmoht
I鈥檓 trying to learn the ins and outs of the Brazilian tax return process. In the USA a person can educate themselves by reading the many tax forms available online. For example, form 1040 which is a form commonly used has its accompanying ...
I want to stay off their radar screens as well, it's a good practice. Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
@PeterLooking forward to hearing about your first hand experience when you get back. Lots of YT videos online about Wise, most seem co-opted and shadow sponsored IMHO, so who knows what the reality is. 15 countries will be a good representative ... Read More
anyone tried deepseek锛� by rike yao
tried deepseek, ok to use, anyothers tried?best wishes.Rike
^^^^The truth hurts......eh ?? You do realise you've made my point by censoring the post. Read More