We're happy to introduce you to Amy and Vanessa! They can help you with both for sale and rental properties in the Cotacachi area. Tell us more about what you need and we'll send an introduction email: liveabroadnow.com/referrals/ecuador-real-estate-agent-referral/
Do you feel for the most part you are treated fairly/equally like the locals there ? How often are you treated as an "outsider" or target to try and take advantage of? It seems to vary in each south or the border country?
@@michaelbrinks8089 If you live in a big fancy house that a local could never buy and you isolate yourself behind a locked gate You are not equal to the locals.I think the locals assume you can pay more and will charge you more. You will have to negotiate alot.
Your videos are so informative and enjoyable guys. I'm an expat living in Thailand for over two decades and am seriously considering to settle in what may inevitably be my final home, somewhere where long term residency is cost effective and straightforward. Ecuador is definitely on the shortlist, thanks to your terrific videos. .
Dear J.P. & Amelia.., I’ve enjoyed your lovely U tube Ecuador travels for many months… I’m presently in Quito with a quick flight to Manta early Saturday… I’d be delighted to meet both of you & to assist you any way I can.. I’m not wealthy but I’m trying to “ simplify “ my life and escape the snow shoveling in my home state of Pennsylvania.. I pray we can meet …🙏😀❤️❤️❤️
I am at a point now where I am considering retirement and perhaps moving abroad. Your videos are very helpful and Ecuador seems like an ideal place for someone like me who is searching for their next adventure.
Gracias por compartir las casas, Amelia y JP. Todas las propiedades fueron más de $120,000 ... ¿No hay propiedades (apartamentos) en venta entre $50,000 y $100,000? ¿O apartamentos chiquitos para rentar por menos de $400 mensual? Una pareja jubilada no necesita una casa de dos pisos de 140 metros cuadrados o mas. Además cuando uno tiene más edad no quiere subir muchas escaleras. También hay un movimiento de vivir llamado minimalismo que propone vivir con menos cosas, para vivir en una forma mas simple. Tener cosas sí, pero cosas finas de calidad que duran más ... bien seleccionadas. Dicen que hay una ley que las cosas multiplican para llenar el espacio disponible. El minimalista prefiere vivir con menos espacio para evitar la acumulación de cosas innecesarias. Esa filosofía extiende a espacio habitable también, que puede ser menos de 80 metros cuadrados. Menos espacio es más fácil de mantener, limpiar, etc. con menos costos de energía como aire acondicionado o calefacción ¡si uno no vive en una ciudad de primavera eterna! El enfoque de minimalismo es menos hacía lo material y más hacía las actividades sociales, las amistades, actividades culturales, ejercicio físico, el desarrollo espiritual, la vida artística, etc. aprovechando y disfrutando las áreas comunes fuera del apartamento o casa como los parques, cafes, gimnasios, plazas, etc. ¿Tal vez Vanessa sepa de propiedades más pequeñas y más baratas? ☺
Excellent response to this informative video. I agree with your comments which I’m guessing are feeling of many viewers. I could certainly afford any homes shown here but being 70 and only living with my wife we certainly don’t need a lot of livings space. Outdoor space possibly that would be more important for entertainment or hobbies. I also dread the thought of climbing stairs which was not even a concern for me just a few short years ago. We all know we are not getting stronger as we age unfortunately but that’s life and the fast lane is catching up.
I heard that once you get to 50 years old, stairs are a no , no. Accidents happened and you feel trapped not been able to physically move freely. It actually happened to me in 2021, when I broke my femur in Mexico.. I learned the hard way, literally.
@@mimi1o8 ... I agree. When choosing where to live one of my criteria is not having to climb stairs and having wheel chair accessibility (because accidents like your broken femur happen).
Love you both! You are opening a whole new world to us with limitless possibilities! I’m already starting to feel more liberated thinking about the future! ♥️👏🏽👏🏽
What a wonderful gem of place is Cotacachi. A paradise for anyone who wants peace and tranquility. I'm sure it could become my Shangri-la, my refuge of serenity. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful properties! Thanks for sharing. I will be making an exploratory visit to Ecuador in 2022. I follow your videos and have acquired so much helpful information.
Rentals is always the way to start. I have seen many videos on moving to a new country. Most agree renting for a year is the way to go. You may find out the country is not for you or maybe just that area is not right.You get the idea.
Love to see these inland properties, so lush & green, oh and the views are still spectacular! …..I’m not so interested in beach front property…….since I’m in my 60s, would not want stairs to climb…..we are definitely in a housing bubble in the US……I would like to view more inland properties……when you get the time…..Thanks for this video!
My property tax bill on my house came today. The assessment didn't change, my senior exemption went up $1000 so I'm taxed on less and what I owe is still up over 6% from last year. Meanwhile the government, companies and media go on all the time about near zero inflation. The bill I really have a problem with is water. It's over $75 a month to use $3 worth of water and $4 worth of sewer. The rest is service charge, drainage and taxes. I have water in my yard and basement because the water company hasn't fixed their leaky water lines for over a year. My list of things that don't make sense in the US gets longer everyday. Well...doesn't make sense unless I'm getting gringoed.
Once again, and I am beginning to sound like a broken record, this was a wonderful video. Very informative and exactly what I, or others, need, from the point of view of - what do I need to do to get a place to live before I move to Ecuador. Amelia and JP thank you from the bottom of my heart :). A Canadian!
Please do not buy a house before you go to ecuador and see if you even like it. You can find a short term rental or even an airbnb .It is a different country and you need to see how day to day life is all about. I think Amelia an JP have included this in one of their videos
@@drhoy15 , In my opinion after living abroad and decided to move back, never buy but rent. You could lose a lot through foreign exchange even after your property increase in value as the exchange can be bad.
Such a change since I started watching you when you had less than I think 1000 subscribers and when it was called Vegans Abroad. Thank you for the introduction to Ecuador. We are here and loving Pedro Vicente Maldonaldo and since coming I am assisting with the development of a local tour company. Maybe soon we can send you an invite to show you what we have done. Take care and keep up the hard work.
Having lived overseas , I know there is commonly inflated prices for “foreigners”. It often takes either living in county to not get substantially ripped off …
The first time I was in Brazil I was looking to buy a nice leather jacket. I found one I liked but it wasn’t priced. My Brazilian friend asked how much it was, and the sales person asked, “For you or him?”
You two do a really good job which translates into interesting entertainment for some and critical information for others. So glad you two took the plunge!
Real gorgeous looking couple du jour😉 Most impressed with everything on this video, housing content, editing, interview etc. As a Cuenca resident it’s wonderful knowing about properties all over Ecuador. We may see an influx of folks arriving from the US; property values there have shot to the moon. Real estate is always a hot topic in Ecuador. Hope you do more of these videos very tastefully done. Hasta luego.
Amelia, JP, please on future videos on condos please include monthly maintenance fees. Guards and landscape maintenance add up for people retiring on fixed income. Love you Guys, keep up the great work.
Mark, that is a good point. I believe in Casa de Los Suenos the fee varies a little according to the size of the condo-about 90-100 per month. It includes water, sewer, property maintenance, and garbage service. I have a friend who lives there. I am not sure about the other condo that was shown.
Amelia and JP, you do great real estate tours, I can sense the yearning in your eyes for a lovely Ecuadorian home with land, like the beauties you are showing today. I sold real estate in Boston for about 10 years in the '80s and '90s. That pretty condo you showed for $129k was a super value. Many outdoor parking spaces in Boston now cost over $100,000! (with late night rats) I loved the El Encanto home with those magnificent windows that looked like museum paintings. I would put a nice hot tub on that beautiful deck. I'd be tubbin' on those beautiful cool nights and again in the gorgeous chilly mornings, with a nice cafe con leche. I would savor the views and the relaxing hot water with my girlfriend. What an amazing place to invite friends and family. Now I just need a loose quarter mill. Hopefully in the next year or so we will be visiting Ecuador, and we will definitely visit Cotacachi for a week or two. Thank you for the great tour, good health to you both.
Brick house all the way for me ! From glancing at all 4 properties, I have come to the conclusion that the 70" 4K QLED TV is not a thing in Ecuador yet. 😛
That’s funny. Holly unfortunately some of us have worn out our youthfulness and mobility issues prevent us from doing those activities which resulted in our current aliments. Maybe you’re a fortunate one or not old enough to fully understand. I know I was that way not so long ago.
If I were to choose anong all those places, it would have to come down to price, and convenience. I'm with JP on not wanting to be too far away from town.
Cool video! As a 60 year old single guy, the condo would be best for me, but my inner civil engineer likes the concrete house as well. I arrive in Quito 12 November to start my "unconventional" motorcycle tour. I love the mountains, but elevation is definitely not for everyone. Young hikers like yourselves will have no problems though. Cheers from Canada!
Hi David. I had wanted to do a motorcycle tour of the country in my search for my relocation destination. Are you purchasing a bike there? I have two cruisers here in the states but understand I can't bring them into the Country. Unless something has changed???
@@edwardmcdonald2566 AFAIK the rules have not changed. I bought a motorcycle there, and I will sell it there when I leave. Cost to me is depreciation...
Hi Guys. Thank you for the video.. My wife and I are traveling to Equador for the first time this December. We will spend a week in Cuenca during Christmas and then off to Loja, Vilcabamba, etc . We want to explore the different areas and see all that we can. I may come back to Cuenca later after the first week in Jan to see some real estate near Cuenca. Can you introduce us to Amy and Vanessa or someone like that also please. Also I want to thank you again for all your hard work and videos which you have done. You can’t imagine how much it helps ! Sincerely, Mark and Lisa Nichols
Good question, they are dormant. Here is some good information about them en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imbabura_Volcano en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cotacachi_Volcano
Please lovely people. I am living below the poverty line in Puerto Rico. It's why I fled the U.S. PLEASE, I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR A HONEST REALTOR IN ECUADOR, BUT IT IS VERY DIFFICULT FROM WHERR I AM BECAUSE I JUST HAVE A CELLPHONE THAT DOESN'T PROVIDE ALL THE PERTINENT SEARCHES I NEED TO INVESTIGATE. I love the highlands of Ecuador because I love nature and bird watching. I am ambulatory, but disabled on a very tight income. I am pleading as a human being for some help. I am an animal lover as well and am suffering crippling depression as I keep running into no responses. Thank you in advance for your videos.
I like the most the second property - a house for 175. I think the price was very good comparing to other properties and it was a very beautiful, solid house with a huge garden. If I had a lot of money to spare and can go there to see it in person, I will consider buying it. Still I think in this area there are probably many good properties at even much more affordable prices. I guess you have showed us the top of the line there.
This is a fantastic video with valuable information! Thanks! It would be great to see Ibarra and how real state works there. Enjoy the beautiful province of Imbabura and its nice, and wonderful weather 🙌🏼❤️
Love the arched doors and windows and colors at casa de los suenos. I am surprised that your real estate agents are obviously from the US or Canada instead of Ecuador. The brick house is lovely too. And the one with the lovely woodwork. And the income property. Heavens Cotacachi is lovely.
Amelia is the "Brick House" - Oh my! Looks like you two are having fun. Prices and Quality is causing me to reconsider my current retirement plans. Wow!
JP u really stepped up the quality of videos. My only suggestion is turning the music down about 20%. It rattled my ears using headphones. Otherwise I love your videos.
Thanks! Unfortunately sound is different on different devices. I can barely hear the music on my headset but it sounds good on my laptop speakers. I wish it didn’t vary so much.
They say never buy in foreign countries, but I'd still go with #3. It a good house for a family, as a retirement income, and as a legacy property for those who have kids there. Plus as a regular income property with 1 tenant you know you can travel even long term and know, if you selected a great tenant, that your property will be safe.
Really impressive! Would be tough choice between wanting the water out my window vs. 2 Volcanoes! I liked the first country house (Brick house) probably the best, but the condo area was magical.
I would choose the last one. I really like the size and design amongst other things but it would depend on some details like dishwasher, bathrooms and closets. My preference would be a single story house though.
$60 PROPERTY TAXES!!!!! I live in a SMALL Chicago Bungalow about 1/2 the size (second home featured) and my taxes are almost $10,000 and rising. And I'm betting you don't have to wear a bullet proof vest like we may have to start doing around here!
LOL you said" a lot of peace and quiet "at the first place, and there were all sorts of dogs barking in the background... Absolutely LOVE the brick house in the country...
You all so crazy that brick house comment had me cracking up J P that was so cool bro and amellias curls you two have got to be generally prtetty cool 😎
You guys just look so great!!!! I think Ecuador must be healthful with that clean air and local grown food. I have become interested in Cotacachi to relocate but super nervous about handling the high elevation.
Nice video. I've been interested in the Cotacachi area since the beginning - but found getting information from there difficult. Thanks for your report.
In Mexico, and America also, everything is considered negotiable. Are Ecuador condos and property negotiable?....and like Mexico do you own the property or as an expat are you “temporary” owner?
In Ecuador the transaction is handled by a lawyer (abogado) and is very legal. It is your own legal property. One reason why people buy here rather than rent, is that owning property makes is possible to get an "investment visa". There are other visas as well, such as a retirement visa, work visa etc. But if you are not retired, or have a regular passive income, investing is a great alternative.
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We're happy to introduce you to Amy and Vanessa! They can help you with both for sale and rental properties in the Cotacachi area. Tell us more about what you need and we'll send an introduction email: liveabroadnow.com/referrals/ecuador-real-estate-agent-referral/
Thank you guys for the fantastic information! !
Do you feel for the most part you are treated fairly/equally like the locals there ? How often are you treated as an "outsider" or target to try and take advantage of? It seems to vary in each south or the border country?
Thanks I have a friend in Cuenca, expat 2 years, now a citizen.
@@michaelbrinks8089 If you live in a big fancy house that a local could never buy and you isolate yourself behind a locked gate You are not equal to the locals.I think the locals assume you can pay more and will charge you more. You will have to negotiate alot.
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Your videos are so informative and enjoyable guys. I'm an expat living in Thailand for over two decades and am seriously considering to settle in what may inevitably be my final home, somewhere where long term residency is cost effective and straightforward. Ecuador is definitely on the shortlist, thanks to your terrific videos. .
$60 per year for taxes?! that is reason enough to move there alone , thanks for the views
I know! I paid $200 PER MONTH in taxes on my house in Denver! And trash pickup was another $30/month!
$36 a year for taxes on my house in Monterrey Mexico.
My in law pay about 20 dlls a year for house tax in Mexico, border town (Tijuana) with San Diego California
@@AndyX1337 absolutely I'm just saying that the taxes are low in Mexico or just as low as Ecuador.
Taxes are the same in Panama and Honduras
Dear J.P. & Amelia.., I’ve enjoyed your lovely U tube Ecuador travels for many months… I’m presently in Quito with a quick flight to Manta early Saturday… I’d be delighted to meet both of you & to assist you any way I can.. I’m not wealthy but I’m trying to “ simplify “ my life and escape the snow shoveling in my home state of Pennsylvania.. I pray we can meet …🙏😀❤️❤️❤️
Yeah......I had to escape 166 inches of snow in Erie PA
Wonderful homes, Cotacachi and Imbabura province are beautiful
I am at a point now where I am considering retirement and perhaps moving abroad. Your videos are very helpful and Ecuador seems like an ideal place for someone like me who is searching for their next adventure.
I am sold trust me, when I visited Guatemala a couple of months ago, I knew I was never going to be happy in America again.
Gracias por compartir las casas, Amelia y JP. Todas las propiedades fueron más de $120,000 ... ¿No hay propiedades (apartamentos) en venta entre $50,000 y $100,000? ¿O apartamentos chiquitos para rentar por menos de $400 mensual? Una pareja jubilada no necesita una casa de dos pisos de 140 metros cuadrados o mas. Además cuando uno tiene más edad no quiere subir muchas escaleras. También hay un movimiento de vivir llamado minimalismo que propone vivir con menos cosas, para vivir en una forma mas simple. Tener cosas sí, pero cosas finas de calidad que duran más ... bien seleccionadas. Dicen que hay una ley que las cosas multiplican para llenar el espacio disponible. El minimalista prefiere vivir con menos espacio para evitar la acumulación de cosas innecesarias. Esa filosofía extiende a espacio habitable también, que puede ser menos de 80 metros cuadrados. Menos espacio es más fácil de mantener, limpiar, etc. con menos costos de energía como aire acondicionado o calefacción ¡si uno no vive en una ciudad de primavera eterna! El enfoque de minimalismo es menos hacía lo material y más hacía las actividades sociales, las amistades, actividades culturales, ejercicio físico, el desarrollo espiritual, la vida artística, etc. aprovechando y disfrutando las áreas comunes fuera del apartamento o casa como los parques, cafes, gimnasios, plazas, etc. ¿Tal vez Vanessa sepa de propiedades más pequeñas y más baratas? ☺
Excellent response to this informative video. I agree with your comments which I’m guessing are feeling of many viewers. I could certainly afford any homes shown here but being 70 and only living with my wife we certainly don’t need a lot of livings space. Outdoor space possibly that would be more important for entertainment or hobbies. I also dread the thought of climbing stairs which was not even a concern for me just a few short years ago. We all know we are not getting stronger as we age unfortunately but that’s life and the fast lane is catching up.
I heard that once you get to 50 years old, stairs are a no , no. Accidents happened and you feel trapped not been able to physically move freely. It actually happened to me in 2021, when I broke my femur in Mexico.. I learned the hard way, literally.
@@mimi1o8 ... I agree. When choosing where to live one of my criteria is not having to climb stairs and having wheel chair accessibility (because accidents like your broken femur happen).
Not only the homes, also the landscaping is awesome too.
Love you both! You are opening a whole new world to us with limitless possibilities! I’m already starting to feel more liberated thinking about the future! ♥️👏🏽👏🏽
Love that!
Oh My God!!! I love the house!!! Two stories and all that room on the inside and outside!!! I love it!!!!
What a wonderful gem of place is Cotacachi. A paradise for anyone who wants peace and tranquility. I'm sure it could become my Shangri-la, my refuge of serenity. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. Cotacachi region is beautiful and a very quiet life.
Awesome places guys. The views were gorgeous. Just can't leave the beach thou, lol
Great info! Cotacachi is definitely on our list of places to visit. Thanks for introducing Amy and Vanessa! ❤
Our pleasure!
Beautiful properties! Thanks for sharing. I will be making an exploratory visit to Ecuador in 2022. I follow your videos and have acquired so much helpful information.
I like how a dishwasher was the deciding factor in your decision.
I would pick the same one JP. Lol
The condo is wired for a dishwasher. Use to have one.
Wonderful properties, would love to have seen rental units though, since if we go, rental is where we would start.
Rentals is always the way to start. I have seen many videos on moving to a new country. Most agree renting for a year is the way to go. You may find out the country is not for you or maybe just that area is not right.You get the idea.
Fantastic video. I have looked at some of these homes online, and your presentation of them was much better than the pictures and videos posted.
Glad it was helpful!
Love to see these inland properties, so lush & green, oh and the views are still spectacular! …..I’m not so interested in beach front property…….since I’m in my 60s, would not want stairs to climb…..we are definitely in a housing bubble in the US……I would like to view more inland properties……when you get the time…..Thanks for this video!
Amazing job, folks. And happy birthday to JP!
Once again absolutely awesome info Amelia and JP. The most in depth Cotacachi info anywhere. You guys ROCK!
My property tax bill on my house came today. The assessment didn't change, my senior exemption went up $1000 so I'm taxed on less and what I owe is still up over 6% from last year. Meanwhile the government, companies and media go on all the time about near zero inflation. The bill I really have a problem with is water. It's over $75 a month to use $3 worth of water and $4 worth of sewer. The rest is service charge, drainage and taxes. I have water in my yard and basement because the water company hasn't fixed their leaky water lines for over a year. My list of things that don't make sense in the US gets longer everyday. Well...doesn't make sense unless I'm getting gringoed.
So sorry to hear that. If we tried to water our postage stamp lawn in Oregon our water bill went over 250.00...
Here we pay 6.00 per month.
I’ve been to cotacachi before! I love the water, the peacefulness and the fresh air. It’s a really nice place to visit or to live.
Once again, and I am beginning to sound like a broken record, this was a wonderful video. Very informative and exactly what I, or others, need, from the point of view of - what do I need to do to get a place to live before I move to Ecuador. Amelia and JP thank you from the bottom of my heart :). A Canadian!
Please do not buy a house before you go to ecuador and see if you even like it. You can find a short term rental or even an airbnb .It is a different country and you need to see how day to day life is all about. I think Amelia an JP have included this in one of their videos
@@richardswanger523 I completely agree. It would be crazy to buy before you visit for a few months first.
@@drhoy15 , In my opinion after living abroad and decided to move back, never buy but rent. You could lose a lot through foreign exchange even after your property increase in value as the exchange can be bad.
Casa de los sueños 😲 what a beautiful property!
I'm all about lots of light and beautiful view!
Such a change since I started watching you when you had less than I think 1000 subscribers and when it was called Vegans Abroad.
Thank you for the introduction to Ecuador.
We are here and loving Pedro Vicente Maldonaldo and since coming I am assisting with the development of a local tour company. Maybe soon we can send you an invite to show you what we have done.
Take care and keep up the hard work.
Having lived overseas , I know there is commonly inflated prices for “foreigners”. It often takes either living in county to not get substantially ripped off …
Your right. Some sites will tell you if an ad is in english it is for gringos and at gringo prices
The first time I was in Brazil I was looking to buy a nice leather jacket. I found one I liked but it wasn’t priced. My Brazilian friend asked how much it was, and the sales person asked, “For you or him?”
You two do a really good job which translates into interesting entertainment for some and critical information for others. So glad you two took the plunge!
hehehe: Bathtub is very cool! I hauled mine from the USA!! No one else has one in my community!! Tubs are too cool!!
We are going to have a hard time deciding where to live when we retire! I hope our exploratory trip will help us decide.
It's a tough decision!
RIGHT?!!
Real gorgeous looking couple du jour😉
Most impressed with everything on this video, housing content, editing, interview etc. As a Cuenca resident it’s wonderful knowing about properties all over Ecuador. We may see an influx of folks arriving from the US; property values there have shot to the moon. Real estate is always a hot topic in Ecuador. Hope you do more of these videos very tastefully done.
Hasta luego.
Magical places!!! Thank you they are so beautiful
Beautiful views, Beautiful real estate Beautiful video! I look forward to Beautiful Ocean properties…
Amelia, JP, please on future videos on condos please include monthly maintenance fees. Guards and landscape maintenance add up for people retiring on fixed income. Love you Guys, keep up the great work.
Mark, that is a good point. I believe in Casa de Los Suenos the fee varies a little according to the size of the condo-about 90-100 per month. It includes water, sewer, property maintenance, and garbage service. I have a friend who lives there. I am not sure about the other condo that was shown.
This unit in La Casa De Los Suenos HOA is $68 a month. It has the lowest HOA fee in the complex.
That includes the grounds workers maintenace & security. There have not been any other fees since I've lived there.
Amelia and JP, you do great real estate tours, I can sense the yearning in your eyes for a lovely Ecuadorian home with land, like the beauties you are showing today.
I sold real estate in Boston for about 10 years in the '80s and '90s.
That pretty condo you showed for $129k was a super value. Many outdoor parking spaces in Boston now cost over $100,000! (with late night rats)
I loved the El Encanto home with those magnificent windows that looked like museum paintings.
I would put a nice hot tub on that beautiful deck. I'd be tubbin' on those beautiful cool nights and again in the gorgeous chilly mornings, with a nice cafe con leche. I would savor the views and the relaxing hot water with my girlfriend. What an amazing place to invite friends and family. Now I just need a loose quarter mill.
Hopefully in the next year or so we will be visiting Ecuador, and we will definitely visit Cotacachi for a week or two. Thank you for the great tour, good health to you both.
This really looks nice, my buster and I would love to live there it has all the nice stuff that you need.
Fantastic website and great couple! THANK YOU! StocktonRob
The condo ..I really like..I don't drive.. and the views were amazing
Brick house all the way for me ! From glancing at all 4 properties, I have come to the conclusion that the 70" 4K QLED TV is not a thing in Ecuador yet. 😛
You can buy them here.
who watches tv? waste of life.
That’s funny. Holly unfortunately some of us have worn out our youthfulness and mobility issues prevent us from doing those activities which resulted in our current aliments. Maybe you’re a fortunate one or not old enough to fully understand. I know I was that way not so long ago.
@@TomBTerrific I dont understand. All I said was you can buy 70" TVs here.
If I were to choose anong all those places, it would have to come down to price, and convenience. I'm with JP on not wanting to be too far away from town.
I'm down for that condo. Great layout and grounds.
It was really nice and the views were incredible!
It's also set up and wired for a dishwasher if you want one. It use to have one. It was a builders model.
Nice thank for sharing the beautiful of Ecuador
Wow! That first place is like something out of a fairytale! Gorgeous and so affordable. I love when you share videos like this.
Cool video! As a 60 year old single guy, the condo would be best for me, but my inner civil engineer likes the concrete house as well.
I arrive in Quito 12 November to start my "unconventional" motorcycle tour.
I love the mountains, but elevation is definitely not for everyone. Young hikers like yourselves will have no problems though.
Cheers from Canada!
Hi David. I had wanted to do a motorcycle tour of the country in my search for my relocation destination. Are you purchasing a bike there? I have two cruisers here in the states but understand I can't bring them into the Country. Unless something has changed???
@@edwardmcdonald2566 AFAIK the rules have not changed. I bought a motorcycle there, and I will sell it there when I leave. Cost to me is depreciation...
HI, how are you transporting your motorcycle to Ecuador?
@@kemimorten I bought it here, and when my time is done, I will sell it here. That way the real cost to me is just the depreciation.
wow i really am liking it there more and more,thank you tony d!
Thank you for sharing! Thank you JP and Amelia.
Thank you for this video. Really love it.
Hi Guys. Thank you for the video.. My wife and I are traveling to Equador for the first time this December. We will spend a week in Cuenca during Christmas and then off to Loja, Vilcabamba, etc . We want to explore the different areas and see all that we can. I may come back to Cuenca later after the first week in Jan to see some real estate near Cuenca. Can you introduce us to Amy and Vanessa or someone like that also please. Also I want to thank you again for all your hard work and videos which you have done. You can’t imagine how much it helps ! Sincerely, Mark and Lisa Nichols
That sounds exciting! We can introduce you to real estate agents in several areas: liveabroadnow.com/referrals/ecuador-real-estate-agent-referral/
JP says he does have a dishwasher in his house and her name is Amelia! :)~
Curious, are those active volcanoes? La Palma Island in the Canary Islands is erupting right now and took out over 2000 properties and businesses.
Good question, they are dormant. Here is some good information about them
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imbabura_Volcano
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cotacachi_Volcano
Please lovely people. I am living below the poverty line in Puerto Rico. It's why I fled the U.S. PLEASE, I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR A HONEST REALTOR IN ECUADOR, BUT IT IS VERY DIFFICULT FROM WHERR I AM BECAUSE I JUST HAVE A CELLPHONE THAT DOESN'T PROVIDE ALL THE PERTINENT SEARCHES I NEED TO INVESTIGATE. I love the highlands of Ecuador because I love nature and bird watching. I am ambulatory, but disabled on a very tight income. I am pleading as a human being for some help. I am an animal lover as well and am suffering crippling depression as I keep running into no responses. Thank you in advance for your videos.
great video......you guys are inspirational.....you give me hope....thanks for doing these videos
Muchas gracias!
I like the most the second property - a house for 175. I think the price was very good comparing to other properties and it was a very beautiful, solid house with a huge garden. If I had a lot of money to spare and can go there to see it in person, I will consider buying it. Still I think in this area there are probably many good properties at even much more affordable prices. I guess you have showed us the top of the line there.
The brick house looks amazing.
That second place is built like a tank!
This is a fantastic video with valuable information! Thanks! It would be great to see Ibarra and how real state works there. Enjoy the beautiful province of Imbabura and its nice, and wonderful weather 🙌🏼❤️
Glad it was helpful!
Loved this video! Thank you for sharing.
Saludos y bendiciones de São Paulo Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇮🇱🇧🇷
I really appreciate your videos Amelia and JP. I will be utilizing your services when I make my move to Ecuador. I'm a fellow vegan too. 😉♥️🌱
Oh wow someone from Leeds. I'm from Batley, did you move to this city?
Love the arched doors and windows and colors at casa de los suenos. I am surprised that your real estate agents are obviously from the US or Canada instead of Ecuador. The brick house is lovely too. And the one with the lovely woodwork. And the income property. Heavens Cotacachi is lovely.
Thanks new friends currently here in Vancouver Canada
Fabulous video, thank you for sharing. When my wife and I are ready to settle into our comfortable golden years we will be moving there. 👍
Great job. Glad to see your sharings ...
Amelia is the "Brick House" - Oh my! Looks like you two are having fun. Prices and Quality is causing me to reconsider my current retirement plans. Wow!
JP u really stepped up the quality of videos. My only suggestion is turning the music down about 20%. It rattled my ears using headphones. Otherwise I love your videos.
Thanks! Unfortunately sound is different on different devices. I can barely hear the music on my headset but it sounds good on my laptop speakers. I wish it didn’t vary so much.
All homes were really nice... very inviting. Makes me rethink where I want to retire
They say never buy in foreign countries, but I'd still go with #3. It a good house for a family, as a retirement income, and as a legacy property for those who have kids there. Plus as a regular income property with 1 tenant you know you can travel even long term and know, if you selected a great tenant, that your property will be safe.
Volcano in the backyard... Cool 😬
Love that condo and the views
Hi Amelia & JP, another brilliant informative video,
Great video. Great couple.
Amelia, Ecuador must be great for you, you look so beautiful!
I'm wanting to get my hands on that brick house
😀 JP once you buy your own SUV I can guarantee that Amelia will love you more 😀 it is worth it .. way to many beautiful places to visit in Ecuador
love you guys
This is a wonderful information. It is a eye opener. I have played with the idea of Mexico, but because of your videos…. My dreams are expanding.
Really impressive! Would be tough choice between wanting the water out my window vs. 2 Volcanoes! I liked the first country house (Brick house) probably the best, but the condo area was magical.
I love the feel of the friendly people there!
I would choose the last one. I really like the size and design amongst other things but it would depend on some details like dishwasher, bathrooms and closets. My preference would be a single story house though.
Great & informative video guys, as always. Cheers
nice places it was hard to chose but I think I would pick the first place
$60 PROPERTY TAXES!!!!! I live in a SMALL Chicago Bungalow about 1/2 the size (second home featured) and my taxes are almost $10,000 and rising. And I'm betting you don't have to wear a bullet proof vest like we may have to start doing around here!
Wow, red is your color! Gorgeous.
Oh thank you!
Nice 😊 properties there in Cotacachi.
You can bring your dog-you just can’t ever (I mean never!) let it off leash on the grounds of Los Suenos. So be forewarned.
I have "Brick House" stuck in my head...thanks JP!!! :-)
Wow. That porch.
We love your videos! Jim
La casa de ladrillo! me gusta mucho! That brick house! I like it a lot!
LOL you said" a lot of peace and quiet "at the first place, and there were all sorts of dogs barking in the background... Absolutely LOVE the brick house in the country...
I will be there on Sunday the 14 th in guayaquil
Great job folks
Saludos amigos. Muchos éxitos.
You all so crazy that brick house comment had me cracking up J P that was so cool bro and amellias curls you two have got to be generally prtetty cool 😎
Wife and I were looking at Puerto Vallarta Mexico but now you all have got our minds changing would like to know more
You guys just look so great!!!! I think Ecuador must be healthful with that clean air and local grown food. I have become interested in Cotacachi to relocate but super nervous about handling the high elevation.
Nice video.
I've been interested in the Cotacachi area since the beginning - but found getting information from there difficult.
Thanks for your report.
Glad it was helpful!
Me voy a vivir a Ecuador its so beautiful.
In Mexico, and America also, everything is considered negotiable. Are Ecuador condos and property negotiable?....and like Mexico do you own the property or as an expat are you “temporary” owner?
In Ecuador the transaction is handled by a lawyer (abogado) and is very legal. It is your own legal property. One reason why people buy here rather than rent, is that owning property makes is possible to get an "investment visa". There are other visas as well, such as a retirement visa, work visa etc. But if you are not retired, or have a regular passive income, investing is a great alternative.