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    Anyone else started coming to this site because the other site's moderator(s) are very biased?

    This is a known ongoing issue for some time now. If you notice, most of the oldtimers have stopped posting. A shame too as there are some really smart people on that forum. But the amount of fighting and drivel and then having to deal with edited/deleted posts is too strange to deal with...
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    Food & Drink Are there any good quality seafood restaurants in Buenos Aires? Most are poor quality and blah

    I went to La Pescadorita, and seriously, it was a total rip-off. Overpriced and the food? Disgusting. Not even a hint of flavor. I think the fish they all bring in is frozen and then defrosted. Was disgusting if you like really fresh stuff. If you're craving legit seafood, skip the fancy...
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    Any guesses where we think the Blue dollar exchange rate will head in 2024?

    Oh, definitely me! I'm like the colectivo's biggest fan, strolling around like I'm on a mission, whipping up masterpieces in my kitchen, and proudly ruling my own kingdom. Even if they jacked up taxes and utilities to, like, four times the current rates, it'd still be a steal compared to what...
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    Medical Healthcare medical monthly premiums are going to get increased!

    Another data point. I have healthcare insurance via Sancor Salud, 2 adults, and I'm 39 and my wife is 38. There was a 41.85% increase in January, 29.50% in February. Currently paying $80/month, going to $115/month in January, will be $157.82 in February. Still dirt cheap so I can't complain...
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    Economy Argentina's Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock Measures - Bloomberg

    I also believe the blue dollar will go up but prices ARE increasing on many items. Not to say this wouldn't have happened with Massa but it IS happening...
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    Politics Beware Expats and Foreigners you will be DEPORTED if you participate In Protests

    I'd think you'd have to be a fool to be an expat and blocking roads. Hopefully they stay on the sidewalk. Ha. It will be interesting to see if the protesters listen and don't block the roads. I don't have any pity for anyone that gets arrested if they are blocking the roads. Although I support...
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    Economy Argentina's Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock Measures - Bloomberg

    So, here's the deal – the whole Uruguayization example as a country thingy. Salaries are low, prices are through the roof, and the dollar is just not keeping up. The economic Minister, Caputo spilled the beans, saying they're going for a 2% monthly crawl in the exchange rate. That means, by...
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    Newcomer Is the $10,000 US dollar maximum cash limit on Entry to Argentina per person or family?

    The most important thing is to be able to prove that the money is clean, like withdrawal receipts from your bank. That's because even if it's less than $10K, and even though technically you don't have to declare that amount, a law enforcement officer can still seize your cash if they ONLY...
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    Food & Drink What is up with high prices of fast food prices?

    People here seem to love McDonalds even though it's garbage for some reason. It's always crowded. Go to the Recoleta Village location and it's always swamped. I think with all the misery people like to imagine they are in another country. It doesn't make sense the prices for how expensive...
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    Medical Referral to an English-speaking Podiatrist in Buenos Aires?

    Best of luck! The search for skilled professionals to address issues with my toes and feet has been consistently frustrating. If you happen to come across someone suitable, please do share the information with us.
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