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  1. Swowbird

    Venezuela Election - Will Maduro finally be pushed out of power in Venezuela?

    Yeah someone isn't good with math. I saw it too.
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    Donald Trump Assasination Attempt today - July 13, 2024

    And if you do some digging on Google you can follow the money.
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    Peso long-term rental prices set to drastically increase with inflation index!

    The change in the rental law was a very good thing for increasing the number of long term rentals. Prior to the change in the law, there were almost no long term rentals because of the crazy restrictions in place by the government. The law change drastically opened up volume of listings but...
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    Newcomer Can I sign up for Mercado Libre on a 1 year tourist visa in Argentina? Help.

    I actually signed up for Mercado Libre a few years ago without a DNI. I ordered things for my amiga there for years without any problem. But last week it asked me to upload a DNI. So it seems like something has changed and even if you have a Mercado Libre account, it won't work any longer unless...
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    What happened to BA's nightlife spots? Madaho's, Black's and all the other clubs?

    It is crazy how quickly they all closed after that. But in speaking to people I know the biggest reason all the owners closed was AFIP was investigating them for tax evasion so they all closed down. All these places were cash businesses. Like many, I would go for a drink and to watch the scene...
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    Yes you can never really count on government official figures when talking about how much cash locals are buying and selling. Most of it is on the black market. I look at the blue dollar exchange rates which have gone up 20% since last month.
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    Argentine Presidential B757 performs breathtaking low-flying stunt during landing

    Those pilots are very skilled. They do that when a plane is new and when the pilot retires. It was authorized and planned ahead of time.
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    Love Advice - Fell in love with an escort in Buenos Aires - Is it real love?

    Everything happens for a reason. I told you to look at the situation as if someone came to you to give an opinion. You probably did that and hence why you hired a private detective. That was a smart decision. Just move on from this. She will probably do all she can to get you to forgive her...
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    Argentina and Ukraine working on joint weapons? Is this true?

    What does Argentina have to gain? I don't understand the positioning of the government on Ukraine. Why would Argentines even the Pro-Milei supporters tolerate this sort of thing? I am not sure if this can be accurate otherwise I would think I would hear more in the news about it. Bad move...
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    What place has the best medialunas in Buenos Aires?

    Wow great thread as I love medialunas! I haven't tried many on this thread. But I agree with RN in BA. Atelier Fuerza my friends there told me they have the best croissants in the city and I go there each time I'm in town. But I see Levando that you're talking about has higher reviews and only...
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    What happens if Argentina gets too expensive? What are alternative cities/countries to move to when it's overpriced in Argentina?

    I am not sure how much my plan would cost in the US now. I know costs keep going up there and doctors and facilities never want to pay for anything plus out of pocket costs. Much of Latin America has excellent health coverage at reasonable rates.
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    Banking Credit Card real-world rate "MEP" transaction repo (Dec2023)

    Well he doesn't speak the language and she has no real job there. He is living off a meager SS payment which isn't much at all. The photos he sends me he is always just feeding stray dogs. It looks like it rains a lot and cold. I'm not sure about medical care or services but it doesn't look...
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    These Are The 5 Most Popular Digital Nomad Destinations Right Now According To Travelers - Travel of Path

    Yeah until Argentina makes it more difficult you won't have these permanent tourists changing their behavior. Catch 22 as Argentina needs tourism and tourist dollars but Milei is a wildcard. He is seeing what is going on in Europe with massive amounts of migrants. Same in the US. I doubt he...
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    The Argentine entrepreneur who seeks to revolutionize the US real estate market with artificial intelligence.

    Everything is going to be about technology and data in the real estate sector. Doesn't matter which country you work in. Here in South America many times it is also connections finding good opportunities. At least here in Brazil like that. Some opportunities never hit the market and it's all...
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    Banking Credit Card real-world rate "MEP" transaction repo (Dec2023)

    Expats like @Sunny are probably not in the majority. Many as you say Betsy first and foremost need a low cost of living. Many will be forced to leave if Argentina keeps getting more expensive. I have friends that keep having to leave different countries as they get too expensive. They are on...
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    Dengue tests

    My brother came down with Dengue when he was visiting me a few years ago here in Brazil. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy. He was very sick. It is good and wise to get tested to make sure. Blood tests are usually very affordable here in Latin America compared to the States. His started...
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    Legal Any risk to constantly overstaying on tourist visa? How many times can you do border runs in Argentina?

    But Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Venezuela, Colombia are all Mercosur countries. Why do they need to be illegal? From my understanding it is very easy for all of these people to legally come and work and study in Argentina. I'm not sure how long it was around so maybe he came before it was...
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    Black people in Argentina

    Same. I am also a white male but I live part time in Brazil and Brazil has many black people here. Personally I believe you are right Wally. My black friends aren't too interested in Buenos Aires. I would consider BA to be more of a cultural city where the arts and opera are interesting but...
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    Dengue tests

    Thank you!
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    Western Union

    Seems like a good and necessary thing. Banks are doing the same thing with people that have a lot of activity. They are seeing how much funds are declared and if none are they are flagging accounts. I guess locals that aren't paying any taxes or declaring income will look at it as a bad thing...
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