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  1. CecilM

    Milei vs. Everyone: Can He Survive the Storm Before the Elections?

    Forget about him winning in October. People don’t vote for ideology, they vote with their wallets. Right now, most households are struggling to make ends meet, bills are piling up, and the economy is hitting them hard. No amount of promises or “fixing mistakes” is going to change the fact that...
  2. CecilM

    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    Yeah, the elections really shook up the market. With the Blue dollar going up and the peso reacting, prices are set to rise, from groceries to transportation. The government will probably try to calm the market with some measures, but it won’t be easy. Until the political situation stabilizes...
  3. CecilM

    The map of defeat

    Even though the polls had him as the favorite, Milei faced an unexpected defeat in Buenos Aires. The Peronist party scored a solid 13% victory, showing that voter preference wasn’t what many anticipated. This surprising margin raises a lot of questions: can Milei turn things around ahead of...
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    Nazi looted art discovered after 80 years thanks to real estate ad

    Only in Argentina, right? 😅 The family probably just thought it was some old painting hanging in grandma’s living room… meanwhile it’s a priceless Nazi-looted artwork. Imagine posting your house on MercadoLibre or Zonaprop and accidentally outing an 80-year-old stolen masterpiece. Wild!
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    Thinking of staying in Cañuelas - is it safe?

    Hi! I’ve spent some time in Cañuelas and can share a bit about it. Overall, it’s a quiet town and generally safe, especially if you stick to well-lit streets and main areas. Like anywhere, it’s good to be cautious, but you shouldn’t have major issues as long as you stay aware. If you’re looking...
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    Do you think the disability sector scandal will affect the elections?

    Honestly, I think it could have an impact. People are really angry about the mismanagement, and you can see how Milei was received in Lomas de Zamora, with rocks being thrown. The public is frustrated, especially with issues like the disability sector scandal...
  7. CecilM

    Circular fashion booming in Argentina - crisis or creativity?

    I’ve shopped here, there’s a branch in Palermo on Las Heras Street. The clothes are very affordable and top-brand. I’ve found many treasures there, so I definitely recommend it.
  8. CecilM

    It's absolutely normal for people to complain about the government.

    Well, honestly, I’m not happy at all with Milei’s administration. Everything that’s happening in sensitive areas like disability, the persistently high inflation, and the lack of control over public spending worries me a lot. My feeling is that nothing is being balanced, and people are going to...
  9. CecilM

    Milei vs. Everyone: Can He Survive the Storm Before the Elections?

    Yeah, Milei isn’t going to do well, as the polls already show. His image has taken a hit because of the corruption uncovered in the disability sector, a very sensitive area that’s been suffering a lot. Many people will take this into account when voting...
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    Questions About Milei’s Disability Policy

    Hey everyone, for those wondering why Milei is cutting in the disability sector, there’s some context that might help. This week, a serious corruption complaint came out involving Karina Milei, the Menem family, and several officials from the National Disability Agency (ANDIS). According to...
  11. CecilM

    How did you become fluent in Argentine Spanish?

    That’s a very popular and effective method! Focusing on vocabulary first is exactly where you should start. Fluency comes later, and having a strong vocabulary foundation makes it much easier to express yourself and understand more as you progress.
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    Congress will debate a bill to change Argentina's time zone. (set clocks back one hour and return them to -04 GMT)

    Interesting proposal. Moving closer to EDT could help sync with international markets or remote work, but it would also change local daily routines. I imagine for those who love late dinners and nights out, it wouldn’t be too appealing.
  13. CecilM

    Javier Milei unravelled

    Latest from Milei: he tried to lure investors with a 69% bond interest rate… and only managed to sell just over half. Apparently, not even blockbuster numbers can get people to lend money to the “economic miracle.” Inflation keeps rising, bonds keep falling… and the TV show goes on.
  14. CecilM

    Need a quick escape from BA – any fave nature spots?

    You must check out Uribelarrea, tiny rural town = total disconnect. Great food (their cheese and charcuterie are top tier) and a couple of estancias where you can ride horses. https://www.instagram.com/posadaelcondoruribe/?hl=es
  15. CecilM

    Looking for good orthodontists in CABA – any recommendations?

    Try Centro Odontológico Palermo, a lot of expats go there. They do Invisalign and traditional braces. My friend finished her treatment there and loved how flexible they were with payment plans. https://www.odontopalermo.com/es/
  16. CecilM

    Market controlled? The government is at it again with the official dollar

    To me it’s just window dressing… having buy and sell at the same price doesn’t reflect reality. This only happens in heavily intervened markets, and when the pressure gets too high, it blows up somewhere else.
  17. CecilM

    Are Argentina’s elites starting to turn their backs on Milei?

    The article sums up well what many in economic and political circles are starting to say out loud: this model is not sustainable. The combination of a strong peso, high inflation, and deep recession can't hold much longer. The middle class is being wiped out, and there's no real plan to create...
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    Where's the beef? Argentine steak exports slide as strong peso inflates costs

    It’s ironic, isn’t it? We were told that freeing the market and letting the peso float would “fix” everything. Yet here we are , with an overvalued peso hurting one of our most iconic exports: beef. This isn’t just about numbers. It’s about thousands of jobs in the meat industry, less foreign...
  19. CecilM

    Buying Property in BA Province – Questions About USD Transfers

    Best of luck with your home purchase, wishing you all the best! We bought our property a few years ago, so I’m not completely up to date on the most recent legal changes or USD transfer processes. That said, one thing that hasn’t changed is that your notary (escribano) will likely require proof...
  20. CecilM

    Is It Still OK to Disagree in Argentina?

    Darín’s message was crystal clear, he wasn’t literally talking about empanadas, he was pointing out how expensive everything has gotten. Honestly, it seems like Caputo failed reading comprehension, because his sarcastic response felt totally unnecessary. What’s even more concerning is this idea...
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