John P. Says: Can I own a gun in Belize? IL Contributor Laura Diffendal Writes: If you are a permanent resident or have acquired citizenship, gun ownership is possible with a permit. To obtain this permit, you must first undergo a thorough background check; and the waiting period can be as long as six months. Read more...: Can I Own a Gun in Belize?
Erik M. Says: What are property taxes like in Belize? IL Contributor Laura Diffendal Writes: Tax on property is very low in Belize. Depending on which part of the country your property is in, the rate will be about 1.5% of the assessed valuation. What makes the tax low is that the assessed valuation is Read more...: What are Property Taxes like in Belize?
I will be retiring in July and my wife and I love to travel. We’re not quite ready to relocate, but a month in Belize is something I’ve been looking at online for a while. My wife and I love the water, like to walk, and live pretty simply. What would you suggest we check out?
As I write, I’m in Placencia—the remote, but very popular, fishing village in Southern Belize. I am lucky enough to be spending some time living on a sailboat in Robert’s Grove Marina—a wonderful opportunity I am very grateful for!
Belize has had an admirable rebound from COVID. There have been countless positives in the news over the last year and a half about life here in Belize. And a lot of this positive news has come from some unexpected sources.
Belize has been popular with expats for decades and one of the biggest reasons why is the range of living options in the country. Whether you are looking for a self-sustaining farm in the mountains, a cabin in the rainforest, a simple beach cabana, or your dream home on the beach, you can find it in Belize.
The English-speaking country of Belize has a lot going for it. For a tiny country, it packs a big wallop when it comes to charm and scenery. For the would-be expat—especially if you're looking for real value—there are many areas deserving of your attention. Places where you can live the laidback, Caribbean lifestyle of your dreams.
There are numerous reasons why Belize has exceeded my expectations, but chief among them is the glorious weather. Having now grown used to a tropical climate with year-round summers, I could never go back to gray skies, scraping my windshield, shivering while walking outside, and having to bundle up all the time.
Finding long-term rentals in Punta Gorda can be tricky so, if you’re looking for a place, plug in to the local community online and put the word out. Using Airbnb is a temporary solution, so you can start your search and begin to make connections. The rental market however, is very reasonable.
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