CAN YOU SURVIVE ON $1,200 PER MONTH IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC?

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  • Опубліковано 3 гру 2022
  • In this video, I share if you can make it on $1,200 per month. I get many emails from subscribers wanting to know if they can move to the Dominican Republic with this much money. So I break it down if this is your budget and what you can get for this amount.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 370

  • @TheElvia86
    @TheElvia86 Рік тому +10

    You do a amazing job, I can see your frustration anytime you felt like you messed up, But trust me, what you are doing is amazing and your are doing well 😀

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you ❤️🇩🇴❤️

  • @angelo8336
    @angelo8336 Рік тому +28

    As usual, another helpful video. I'd definitely say $1200 a month is possible depending on where you want to live. There are actually some nice, fully furnished 2-bedroom condos/apartments around the country in the $400-$700 range. Of course there are cheaper and also more expensive options. A friend of mine just moved to the Punta Cana area and got a 2-bedroom just minutes to the beach for $450 a month. And I have seen even furnished houses here where I live for $500 a month with 3 bedrooms, porch, back patio, etc. Unless you spend a lot on entertainment, $1200 a month should allow for fairly comfortable living. Most people in the country don't make that type of money.

    • @jayrny24
      @jayrny24 Рік тому +1

      Is there a specific website where you can find these homes?

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Yes, this is true.

    • @angelo8336
      @angelo8336 Рік тому

      @@NorberisR I've tried responding to @jayrny24 two times and my responses seem to get deleted. I don't think it's you doing it, but it's weird, because I only answered with a couple sites he can try and advice to come search in person. Do you have any idea why that would get flagged or deleted? I didn't even type out the full website name. Only the name of the company.

    • @angelo8336
      @angelo8336 Рік тому +1

      @@jayrny24 You can try CO RO TO S or S U P E R CASAS. But searching in person is probably always going to be the better option.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +8

      @@angelo8336 I have a filter where if someone tries to leave a link it gets flagged or automatically deleted. If you put a dot com at the end it's going to recognize it as a link. People were coming on my page to promote their channels, and all kinds of things so that's why I have this filter.

  • @kennethherring3894
    @kennethherring3894 Рік тому +51

    I had a top floor apartment in the Alma Rosa I area and just for $317.00 a month with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. And large sitting area , and decent size kitchen and living room. It was six years ago , there was a close bodega in walking distance and a hospital really close by. I know I could live off $1200 a month but I wouldn’t because I love a certain area in Santo Domingo , Los cacicazgos area, it fits my lifestyle perfectly. I love the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 ❤

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +9

      Six years ago a three bedroom at that rate was possible in Alma Rosa. Yep $1200 in los Cacicazgoz is just for rent😁

    • @kennethherring3894
      @kennethherring3894 Рік тому +12

      @@NorberisR exactly! It’s a very beautiful area, and i noticed a different class of Dominican ladies , I never look down on unfortunate people I always have gone to the DR and helped many families and as a result of that I have longtime life friends! I know Santo Domingo will be home to me forever, I miss my beer , el presidente 🍺! And the avocados 🥑 and mangoes 🥭 are so delicious and I miss the traffic , Dominicans driving is an experience only to observe if you are nervous don’t drive😂😂😂🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴

    • @titeofcpt2867
      @titeofcpt2867 Рік тому +4

      Driving in the DR is only for the Survival of the Fittest/Daredevil type. I was forced to Rent a Car & have ever since. Very Thrilling 😆

    • @kennethherring3894
      @kennethherring3894 Рік тому +4

      @@titeofcpt2867 how about twenty one days of complete madness, running lights , stopping whenever you want , cutting through an entire section of cars like you’re a boss 😂😂! It’s my second home 🇩🇴🇩🇴❤️away from the states, you gotta love it! It’s my heaven on earth, the good , bad and ugly !

    • @playboyhalf
      @playboyhalf Рік тому

      That is more like it

  • @dfaro8453
    @dfaro8453 Рік тому +17

    I am on a $800 a month budget. My first 2 months I was spending over $2000 a month. You hen I realized that I am not living in Florida 😅. You gotta be careful with the spending down there, you can go broke real fast.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Yes you can spend money quickly here.

    • @dfaro8453
      @dfaro8453 Рік тому

      @@NorberisR yes indeed.

  • @75daddygonzo
    @75daddygonzo Рік тому +7

    Great video! Helps a lot. I was there in Santo Domingo a few weeks ago and I notice prices are going up but that’s to be expected. The most important thing to do is budget which is why your video is so helpful

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you. Glad it was helpful.

  • @liscohallmon647
    @liscohallmon647 Рік тому +6

    That is an excellent video on how to have a modest living on a budget of 1,200 dollars for a two bedroom apartment. At this time my monthly lifetime budget will be much more than that. Thank you, your husband, and daughter for this very, very great information.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +2

      You're welcome. Glad it was helpful 🇩🇴❤️

  • @buggysmooth1
    @buggysmooth1 Рік тому +6

    Very detailed and informative vlog. You were concise and to the point.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you🙏🏾🤗❤️

  • @johnrencher442
    @johnrencher442 2 місяці тому +1

    I love your honesty and integrity, no fluff… I think you are really kind and thoughtful… thank you for sharing a budget, hoping to come for visit in the DR, possibly retiring there in a year or two….

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  2 місяці тому

      You are so welcome!

  • @Dee-pj7hh
    @Dee-pj7hh Рік тому +4

    Very interesting Norberis. I guess for a family of four maybe add another one thousand. Seems tight but doable. A person need to stay on budget. Your bloopers are funny 😂. We see the finish product, but have no idea all the work behind it. Thank you very much.👏👏

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you. I'm glad you guys are enjoying the bloopers🤣.

  • @Unique-jf3fp
    @Unique-jf3fp Рік тому +3

    I LOVED how you went through each thing individually. I plan on retiring in the D/R your information has been most helpful. Thank you and I'm now a subscriber. Have a Great Day and please keep posting...

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      You are so welcome! Glad the content is helpful.

    • @McDidi58
      @McDidi58 Рік тому

      You will need to show proof of income of at least $1,500 per month, along with other necessary documents if you want to retire in the DR !

  • @tinogibson9514
    @tinogibson9514 Рік тому +3

    Your videos are like a new series I can't wait to watch

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you, I'm honored that you feel that way. I'm glad you enjoy them.

  • @mcjon77
    @mcjon77 Рік тому +9

    Excellent video! I know a lot of retirees may be considering doing this. However, I think this is a great option for folks working remotely that want to save as much money as possible.
    Think about your monthly take-home pay and imagine keeping on this budget or a little bit more. You can even stop paying federal income tax because you no longer live in the United States.
    A good strategy would be for someone to live on this budget or even $1,500 per month and then just save the rest. If they're a tech guy earning six figures they can easily say five or six thousand dollars a month.

    • @McDidi58
      @McDidi58 Рік тому

      You will need to show proof of income of at least $1,500 per month, along with other necessary documents if you want to retire in the DR !

    • @pleasestop1760
      @pleasestop1760 10 місяців тому

      Hey,great insights could suggest which type of remote work is feasible to do while in D.R.?

  • @bornjamerican52
    @bornjamerican52 Рік тому +2

    Good morning ☀️! Awesome video in explaining how we can budget on living expenses. I could definitely afford it 😊 and the area looks nice and peaceful

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Glad it was helpful!🤗🇩🇴

  • @jackrosario9990
    @jackrosario9990 Рік тому +8

    I lived in Santiago for a year I paid rent for 120 dollars for 2 bedrooms, my electricity was 12 dollars a month and the internet was 14 dollars, I went to the movies with my girlfriend the tickets where about 5 dollars and dinner at the mall was maybe about 14 dollars depending on what you want to eat so I get a little better, food shopping was the most it would go for 200 to 250 a month!

  • @kdsjobs
    @kdsjobs Рік тому +2

    Great info as usual. Great examples and the outtakes are superb 🤣

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you🙏🏾🇩🇴❤️. I see people are liking the outtakes 🤣😂.

  • @DanielRodriguez-yv9oy
    @DanielRodriguez-yv9oy 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the info. Also for the outtakes at the end 🙂

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  3 місяці тому

      Glad you like them!😅

  • @georgestewart8255
    @georgestewart8255 3 місяці тому +1

    I love the edits

  • @jenbarrientos304
    @jenbarrientos304 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Norberis!! I’m Dominican and in my early 40s but would love to live there some months of the year when I retire 😊. You are very beautiful como buena Dominicana!

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Muchas gracias.🇩🇴❤️

  • @proteusxl9814
    @proteusxl9814 Рік тому +2

    Love the video. Extra love for the bloopers 🤣🤣🤣

  • @whodatdere
    @whodatdere Рік тому +5

    Great video Norberis. Even retired people who are on social security can do pretty well over there.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you. And yes they can.

    • @bessienash583
      @bessienash583 Рік тому +3

      Yes, Like me. I have a 2 and 2 fully furnished with front and back patio apartment $660. But, cable and internet included. And so are the utilities. It’s an extended ABnB, so no deposit, for 4 months.

    • @bessienash583
      @bessienash583 Рік тому +1

      This same unit unfurnished is $327usd per month. That means no stove, refrigerator, nor wash machine, nothing.

    • @knowledgeispower5104
      @knowledgeispower5104 Рік тому +1

      @@bessienash583 what area?

  • @jbevolve2023
    @jbevolve2023 Рік тому +12

    If you have $1,200 USD coming in while you live in the DR then you are already in the 1% there. The last time I lived in Santo Domingo I lived across from Acropolis Mall, fully furnished and only had to deposit 1 month, plus pay the commission to the agent. I received my deposit when I left the apt. 2 deposits plus the "contract" payment seems like a lot. For all that money you can live in a much nicer area and have a nicer apartment. Will be back in March in SD.

    • @princess24758
      @princess24758 Рік тому +1

      I totally agree, I live in Querétaro Mexico 🇲🇽 and for $650/mon USD I’ve seen people live in much nicer places and high rise apartments.

    • @moneymakingmitch
      @moneymakingmitch Рік тому

      I don't know where you can stay being that close to Agora mall for 650. I highly doubt you can get that price in Piantini or Naco for 650 unless it's outdated.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      When was the last time you lived in Santo Domingo? $1,200 won't get you far in Piantini anymore. Especially if the place is furnished. Distrito Nacional is expensive to live now.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +2

      @Mitch you're right but even if it's out dated it still may cost more. Piantini and Naco isn't cheap to live.

    • @moneymakingmitch
      @moneymakingmitch Рік тому

      @@NorberisR You're absolutely correct

  • @lenabfly9006
    @lenabfly9006 4 місяці тому +1

    This is very good information

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  4 місяці тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @alexanderscarpechi1117
    @alexanderscarpechi1117 Рік тому +1

    The outtakes were adorable.

  • @frankstocker1921
    @frankstocker1921 Рік тому +2

    Norberis, you are wonderful and very creative with your videos.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you❤️🙏🏾🇩🇴

    • @frankstocker1921
      @frankstocker1921 Рік тому +1

      @@NorberisR You are welcome. I really miss the DR.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Sounds like you need to plan your next trip.

    • @frankstocker1921
      @frankstocker1921 Рік тому

      @@NorberisR I can't. My Dominican wife says no without her. Besides, she is expecting in February. I can live in the DR. We will get there soon enough l. Much blessings to your family this holiday season.

  • @shahriararyan1410
    @shahriararyan1410 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the information
    I speak Spanish and I want to live in la República Dominicana from Canada

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  4 місяці тому +1

      You're welcome. What's stopping you?

  • @alardee9976
    @alardee9976 Рік тому +4

    Great video. Here in Los Angeles, California $1200 will not even cover monthly rent.

    • @McDidi58
      @McDidi58 Рік тому

      You can't and must not compare 1ste world country with 3rd world country because this is the reason why they overprice for foreigners... Reactions like this are the reason for the high exagerated prices where foreigners group together, spoiling completaly the local renting and selling prices ... Average wage in DR is 350 US Dollar so 1200 US Dollar is verryyyy expensive and only a dream for most locals !!!

  • @jonathanmack7969
    @jonathanmack7969 Рік тому +2

    I love your videos, Chula!

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Thank you🙏🏾. I'm glad you enjoy them.

  • @Hebrewben144
    @Hebrewben144 Рік тому +2

    Thank you sis for uploading this!

  • @TheJoeyboots
    @TheJoeyboots Рік тому +4

    Before I made the decision to live by the beach I was shopping in Zona Colonial and Gazcue. So expensive for tiny places. But I live in the city in USA so I wanted beach front. There were many inexpensive places in Santo Domingo. Sans Soucie is moving fast! Developments being planned there as the DR navy move out to Boca Chica. Well done Norberis 😁

  • @blessed4success683
    @blessed4success683 Рік тому +1

    Happy New Year Norberis 🎉🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅🥳🥳 you are too funny that was cool 😎 to add your bleep’s and blunder’s 😅😅😅😅that was 🥰 cute appreciate the realness you guy’s have a wonderful new year ahead okay 👍🏾 be watching you 😅😅😅😅as always

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you. Glad the outtakes can give you a laugh 😂. Have a Happy New Year also.

  • @bessienash583
    @bessienash583 Рік тому +2

    I like you videos. I’m retired expat, and living in Santiago.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. I hope you are enjoying yourself here in the country.

  • @Lovebrook465
    @Lovebrook465 Рік тому +1

    Here I come ❤❤❤❤ thanks for the great info as alway

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      You're welcome. I hope it was helpful.

  • @adadelacruz8561
    @adadelacruz8561 Рік тому +2

    Barely if you move to a $650 apartment. I can get $15,000 monthly ($300) for a brand new apartment, 3 bedrooms, balcony, 2 baths, and parking in San Francisco de Macoris. But then is not Santo Domingo and close to all the stores Norberis mentioned.

  • @brendasollers9750
    @brendasollers9750 7 місяців тому +1

    Yes lady your place is so beautiful i love it

  • @FlyBooboo347
    @FlyBooboo347 Рік тому +1

    I love your video so far.

  • @JermiahCrawford21
    @JermiahCrawford21 Рік тому +1

    I love these videos, always great information

  • @titeofcpt2867
    @titeofcpt2867 Рік тому +1

    LMAO at " Yod Dam that's expensive 😭 😂 🤣 😅 😩 "

  • @luisgil3034
    @luisgil3034 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you 😊

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  5 місяців тому

      You're welcome 😊

  • @esperanzamaneiro2628
    @esperanzamaneiro2628 3 місяці тому +1

    I rented a back of a house with plantain trees and etc. and I only paid 1500 pesos
    A two-bedroom and 1 bath...
    😊

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  3 місяці тому

      Wow, that is good.

  • @OneTouchShort
    @OneTouchShort Рік тому +2

    I'm renting a 2 bedroom and 2 bath with hot water in Boca Chica for $170.00 the balcony get a nice ocean breeze. It all depends on how you want to live for my I'm starting low so if it doesn't workout I don't have much invested.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      A very great strategy. More people should follow this.

    • @OneTouchShort
      @OneTouchShort Рік тому +1

      @@NorberisR Amén, I could not see making a full commitment to finding out later, I want to go back home. Thank you Norberis for mentioning that in one of your videos. Keep bringing these videos, so more people can see the beauty of the DR/RD I love the culture.

  • @vernonedmonds8596
    @vernonedmonds8596 Рік тому +2

    Some areas in the north are cheap as far as rent is concerned like San Felipe in the valley near the cable car but food, appliances, gas maintenance and utilities drives the cost up.
    This episodes Outtakes were the icing on the cake with a lil help from the Princesa. Hilarious 😂

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Lol 🤣. North coast in some many areas are cheaper.

  • @tonydillion9807
    @tonydillion9807 Рік тому +1

    Very informative and very affordable

  • @gregoryjordan7883
    @gregoryjordan7883 Рік тому +3

    That's an Awesome deal ❤️👍🇩🇴👍❤️ I'll be retiring in a few years at age 62 even though many don't think I'm close to that age but I am and I'm divorced and single...maybe I may meet a companion there.😊

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Yes it's a great deal.

    • @gregoryjordan7883
      @gregoryjordan7883 Рік тому

      Norberis R., realmente disfruto viendo todos tus videos porque siempre tienes información esclarecedora y además me siento cómodo hablando contigo. Tengo familia en Puerto Rico y a menudo dicen que mi español es malo, así que no lo hablo tanto... Nuevamente, gracias por compartir tanto con tantos 🙏❤️🇩🇴❤️🙏🇵🇷🙏

  • @miguelc.819
    @miguelc.819 Рік тому +1

    The outtakes are great...jajaja

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, I see that people like them😂🤣.

  • @bigray9572
    @bigray9572 Рік тому +3

    If you are looking for area around the bluemall it will cost more money i say rent is a little cheaper in D.R but the cost of living is about the same as USA depending on the neghborhood. when i go there for about a month i pay around 4 hundred usd on food and cosmetics.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +2

      This is true. I agree rent is cheaper, fruits and vegetables are cheaper, chicken & pork is cheaper, and labor is cheaper but everything else is almost the same if not more especially if you are buying American products or imported products. Even if you pay $400 rent once you are all in it's still almost $1000 per month.

    • @bigray9572
      @bigray9572 Рік тому

      @@NorberisRYes i agree, fruits and vegetables are cheaper, chicken and pork is a few cents difference if you are shopping in the big supermarkets. if you are paying $400 per month you are in an area that is not so great that is not recommended for people that are unfamiliar with D.R. I do appreciate the videos you create and your feed back and what you do in that country.

  • @stevenworld3364
    @stevenworld3364 Рік тому +1

    Being an actress is not easy. Good show.

  • @chrissystewart6268
    @chrissystewart6268 Рік тому +1

    Woooow Norberis awesome awesome

  • @kraljsrba9687
    @kraljsrba9687 Рік тому +1

    Good video and good information. There is plenty money in DR ( Dominicans with $) and many ways to spend $$ fast. In the video you mention shopping in Nacional but the store u are showing is La Sirena? Not a big difference but is like Walmart vs Publix in Florida.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Yep I see you noticed that. The battery died right in front of Nacional so I had to go home and charge it and when I went back out La Sirena was closer😁....but please don't tell nobody🤫😂

  • @donavanjohnson409
    @donavanjohnson409 Рік тому +1

    Gonna be a great video
    Howdy from Texas

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Hello, Donovan. I hope you are doing well🇩🇴

    • @donavanjohnson409
      @donavanjohnson409 Рік тому

      @@NorberisR I'm doing well I hope you doing well too
      Great tour of that nice lookin home

  • @FlyBooboo347
    @FlyBooboo347 Рік тому +1

    I love your video so far 🫶

  • @blackgrandpa7652
    @blackgrandpa7652 Рік тому +2

    I liked your video very informative..i noticed you bought alot of meat but no seafood is seafood expensive their...

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you. Yes, I thought about that and it's on my list of videos to do. Stay tuned.

  • @Anonymous-hc2iz
    @Anonymous-hc2iz Рік тому +1

    This is great. Would love if you do one on Cap Cana since costs are higher there. We have apt and eventually looking to move permanently from NY.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      If I'm ever back in the area I can.

  • @easyrawlins2392
    @easyrawlins2392 Рік тому +1

    I love this video. Right now i have $2000 a month coming in. That should be enough for puerto plata

    • @McDidi58
      @McDidi58 Рік тому

      Don't think so but keep on dreaming...😉

    • @easyrawlins2392
      @easyrawlins2392 Рік тому

      @@McDidi58 the monthly average is 300 dollars

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Depending on your lifestyle I think it's enough.

  • @topdogg3605
    @topdogg3605 Рік тому +1

    Excellent video 📸😊

  • @tracyh2654
    @tracyh2654 Рік тому +3

    Senora Noberis R
    The Queen of the Dominican Republic. Her beautiful spirit and character is an example for women around world.🙏🏾

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, Tracy🇩🇴😊🤗

    • @tracyh2654
      @tracyh2654 Рік тому +1

      @@NorberisR No, Thank you!

  • @mrwill1779
    @mrwill1779 Рік тому +1

    Great video

  • @radhames174
    @radhames174 8 місяців тому +1

    Muy informativo saves donde puedo encontrar un apartamento para alquilar

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  8 місяців тому

      You can find an apartment to rent anywhere you just need to pick an area where you want to live.

  • @JJ-mn8md
    @JJ-mn8md Рік тому +2

    The problem is this is in the capital. I cannot stand the capital. I would love you to make a video about other provincias.provincial. Also you went to supermercado Nacional, which is one of the most expensive chains. Thank you for what you do Norberis

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      You're welcome 🇩🇴❤️

  • @georgeawuku8196
    @georgeawuku8196 Рік тому +1

    yes yes yes. if you live outside tourist areas, capital and definitely in the campo. most folks there survive on far less so yes you can

  • @JAVIERv1964
    @JAVIERv1964 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for sharing

  • @RozyRoPink150
    @RozyRoPink150 7 місяців тому +1

    People also have to keep in mind that DR is not like the USA. It’s very easy to splurge and spend money. However, people in DR do not waste food. Like for example they do not buy all that meat and then throw it away like Americans. People cook at home mostly and make sure they have an entertainment budget as well… because we like to party

  • @fawnm7765
    @fawnm7765 11 місяців тому +1

    Really love your videos. Can you recommend homes that look like your interior?

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  11 місяців тому

      I seen before areas like Naco, Piantini, La Julia, and La Esperilla to have similar layouts.

    • @fawnm7765
      @fawnm7765 11 місяців тому +1

      @@NorberisR thank you. We are planning to stay for three months to get a feel of the country and decide if we will make it home or invest. We are leaning towards both at the moment.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  11 місяців тому

      You're welcome.❤🤗

  • @CoachMitchellh
    @CoachMitchellh Рік тому +1

    Your place is gorgeous. I'm highly considering buying a condo in DR.

  • @clb24
    @clb24 Рік тому +3

    Don't forget private security, stable Internet, transportation and healthcare costs.

  • @josephguillen187
    @josephguillen187 Рік тому +1

    I live in New York and I wold pay only $40.00 just for the churrascos and nothing else. Things and very expensive here right now.

  • @khalidelshabazz4020
    @khalidelshabazz4020 3 місяці тому +1

    This video has really been helpful for me , I will make enough but I don’t trust my girlfriend, get me down there and leave me and I’ll be stuck, I might need move for a new girlfriend

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  2 місяці тому

      Glad it was helpful.

  • @coleman2608
    @coleman2608 Рік тому +1

    Yooo DR recruiting the shit outta US men 😂😂 what an affordable lifestyle.
    I'm really debating on relocating there as primary residence.
    I know who won't be there... American women 🤣 they don't have a chance 😅

  • @keithjetski3060
    @keithjetski3060 Рік тому +1

    Yes you can.

  • @roja7426
    @roja7426 Рік тому +2

    The smaller bedroom looks like a closet.

  • @luisgil3034
    @luisgil3034 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi, what city in the Dominican Republic have the best infrastructure: Electric and water Utilities and Internet?

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  5 місяців тому

      Santo Domingo, Santiago, and Punta Cana are cities that I know are good for all these.

  • @losdominicanos
    @losdominicanos Рік тому +1

    ¡Excelente video! Chuletas = pork chops, churrasco = steak

  • @mybeautifulmonster03
    @mybeautifulmonster03 11 місяців тому

    thank you 🙏🙏🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  11 місяців тому

      You're welcome 😊❤️🇩🇴

  • @tleales
    @tleales Рік тому +2

    Thank you, Norberis. I appreciate this video as I'm comparing D.R. with Panama as possible locations to work remotely--I live in the US now. I like everything I've seen and learned about D.R., but my concern is finding top-quality internet connections; my work involves video conferencing, that's why. I appreciate the apartment price; here in the US, you'd be lucky to find a room in a subpar guest house.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      In major cities internet is not a problem, like Santo Domingo, Santiago, and Punta Cana. These places I know there is no issue. My husband works online and we've been here almost 2 years and never had any issues.

    • @tleales
      @tleales Рік тому +1

      @@NorberisR Wow, I did not expect such a prompt reply, so thank you! Good to know your husband works online, so that addressed my concern. I wasn't worried about phone connection quality because my stepdaughter visited last year, and it sounded like a local call when we talked. Good to know Santiago is a viable option for remote working. About Punta Cana...I'm not sure I could get any work done--too many temptations to have fun in the sun🏖

    • @Scalper_27
      @Scalper_27 Рік тому +1

      There’s high speed internet with claro fiber optics. It’s available pretty much everywhere.

    • @letstalk7979
      @letstalk7979 Рік тому

      Hey i been wanting to move to DR and work from home since im dominican, how can i find a decent work from home job? Tips?

    • @soulfullexistence9153
      @soulfullexistence9153 Рік тому +1

      @@tleales I do business online, I use cable del norte. Make sure that you have a back up system as the electricity can go out at any moment.

  • @brandinospandino8631
    @brandinospandino8631 Рік тому +1

    Hola Noberis🇩🇴

  • @dennyoviedo4102
    @dennyoviedo4102 Рік тому +1

    Nice video beautiful.

  • @Tron01000
    @Tron01000 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the grate Video!
    How much is your appartment?

  • @brads1620
    @brads1620 Рік тому +2

    With $1200 you’d need to really live a pretty modest life. I’m in Punta Cana and my electricity bill alone is around $400 per month.
    I think that she left $240 for additional expenses, and I think that it would be tough to cover all of the extras that she didn’t consider with that.

    • @bladeazcona6350
      @bladeazcona6350 Рік тому +1

      $ 400 dollars 💸 omg that's too much . I plan to move to punta cana next year . I didn't know the electricity was too expensive. Do you live in an apartment oh house . Do you use the AC a lot 🤔?

    • @brads1620
      @brads1620 Рік тому

      @@bladeazcona6350 I live in an apartment, and I use the AC a lot. Most people pay much less than me. I’m a renter, and I suspect that the old AC unit in my apartment is using waaaay too much electricity.

  • @VictorMiranda-yt6xe
    @VictorMiranda-yt6xe Рік тому +1

    No way you can live on 1200 dollars a month in those fancy neighborhoods. I live in Villa Consuelo, near Monomojao, and it cost me 1000 dollars a month. No gambling, drinking, smoking or wild spendings. My utility bill is $4500 pesos with or without energy. 500 pesos, water and sanitation bill every month. plus medical
    and food expenses (unlimited). Mi rent is 8200 pesos a month and a taxi cost 250 pesos (average) one way ride. I do not own a car. My apartment is quite comfortable, large rooms. Bed, living - dining, kitchen and bath. The apartment you show is a rat hole, just like a modern JAIL. This rent I call it hiway robbery. It is a claustrophobic apartment. Only DAYDREAMERS can afford it.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      So based on what you said you pay $240 a month not including transportation. So you have $760 left for groceries. Medical insruance for one person is about $100 per month and this is the best insurance plan. Now you are at $660. So you're eating $660 worth a groceries? You eat like a rat maybe you should rent this rat hole then...lol!

  • @johnrynkiewicz1607
    @johnrynkiewicz1607 11 місяців тому +2

    CAN YOU SURVIVE ON $1,200 PER MONTH IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC?... I guess, you can, but does it make any sense to relocate to another country to just SURVIVE? Relocation should enhance your life, not turn it into a survival training, right?

  • @muchit3629
    @muchit3629 Рік тому +1

    First if you are moving to a new country understand the local economics. How much does a doctor or bus driver earn and see how you fit in with your budget.
    Also we know prime real estate is expensive anywhere in the world because that is where the local rich people live or where big businesses are located. Being close to a beach adds cost so if you are healthy and can walk then you can stay a bit away from the beach can can save you money.
    Also eating out a lot adds costs. Tourists areas tend to have inflated prices. You can likely find safe and secure accommodation away from the tourist hot spots. If local minimum wage is $300 which is about average in most developing nations then 4X should afford you decent living if you are not going there for just the nightlife.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Good advice and thanks for sharing.

    • @muchit3629
      @muchit3629 Рік тому

      @@NorberisR Np. I love you channel and seeing you with your family. You give very good sound advice that can be applied anywhere. I have not been to DR. but sure its on my bucket list. Hopefully if things quiet down I will be able to visit both DR and Haiti at once. I am African and love to travel and have been to Jamaica, Belize and Colombia around that region.

  • @jaya6454
    @jaya6454 Рік тому +1

    Nice 👍🏿

  • @TheJoeyboots
    @TheJoeyboots Рік тому +1

    Thanks!

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you for always supporting 🙏🏾❤️🇩🇴

  • @esperanzamaneiro2628
    @esperanzamaneiro2628 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi, if u buy the internet box cost 1000 pesos. Then all u pay is 1000 a month for internet .

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  3 місяці тому

      I tried that one time and the internet was bad.

  • @ChamP10nk1ng
    @ChamP10nk1ng Рік тому

    Ok, so basically it's wayyyyy more economic just purchasing your own home than having to rent. Wow tho, but a lot of the food products there are almost double the price then here, & here many of us have/qualify for EBT. So, this instructional video gives me a lot of food for thought. I hope the standard/regular pay for employees down there is balanced enough for essential living expenses.

    • @moneymakingmitch
      @moneymakingmitch Рік тому +1

      Not at all you must be new to this

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +2

      Not sure where you will buy a house and pay $650 with a mortgage in Dominican Republic 🤣🤣. Also are you saying the meat I bought was double what you will pay in the US? I don't believe that. The chicken wings I paid $2.33 for 3 lbs. I've heard chicken wings in the US is about $4 a pound. Are you sure?🤔

    • @ChamP10nk1ng
      @ChamP10nk1ng Рік тому

      @@NorberisR No no the Bertoli Pasta stuff, like we get the box for like only $1.39 that's all. No biggie. The meat was hella dope. I won't lie, I'm spoiled here in the U.S when it comes to support from food, medical, & electric which kicks butt. But D.R is a beautiful tropical island with far happier ambience. Eventually I'll buy a house there, when I get bored here. Just that I like ridiculously BIG space to myself, I'm spoiled.

  • @jorgelamelma
    @jorgelamelma Рік тому +1

    First 🎉

  • @helenmartel3290
    @helenmartel3290 Рік тому +2

    Great video. Can you recommend a health insurance while we retired people visit for 6 weeks next February? Thanks. Also which box milk tastes like whole milk? There's so many choices.

    • @brads1620
      @brads1620 Рік тому

      DR is tough for folks over 65. If you come here as a senior, I don’t think that you can get normal health insurance. My friend pays around $80 per month for emergency insurance from Universal.

    • @helenmartel3290
      @helenmartel3290 Рік тому

      Thanks I'll check on that

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      He is correct you can't get health insurance if you've reached the age of 65. I recommend if you are not yet that age start your insurance prior to moving here.

    • @helenmartel3290
      @helenmartel3290 Рік тому

      @@NorberisR thank you!!

  • @DukeBX
    @DukeBX Рік тому +1

    If the environment is just like Washington Heights in NYC,I’d visit DR but would never consider moving there.

  • @jonathansuazo417
    @jonathansuazo417 5 місяців тому +1

    Tu si eres bella mi reina

  • @ChrisDogan
    @ChrisDogan Рік тому +3

    Rent is crazy now here in Santo Domingo... so glad I got my apartment when i did! I learned that even if you find a better apartment your neighbors might be noisy with the music and that makes the apartment worse than another! Some things you won't know until you have been in the apartment for a few weeks. But security and peace are priceless. For people looking for an apartment, you also have to consider furniture. Will you buy everything new? And who will deliver it? 😂😂 Or do you get the fully furnished apartment and you pay double the price? Sometimes maybe it's easier to go that route, but if you plan on really living here i don't know if renting is the best option long term.

    • @handsomepriestbrim1985
      @handsomepriestbrim1985 Рік тому

      Cause every one blasting it on the internet so they seeing where everyone going and going up charge cause it’s getting a lot of passport bro attention salute 🫡 from Brooklyn

    • @handsomepriestbrim1985
      @handsomepriestbrim1985 Рік тому

      I would buy land n build on it

    • @handsomepriestbrim1985
      @handsomepriestbrim1985 Рік тому

      I stay three months leave then come come anther three months

  • @andretea262
    @andretea262 Рік тому +1

    david ortize, home rooooooong

  • @frankgrabbe6394
    @frankgrabbe6394 Рік тому +2

    Hello Norberis. A very good good realistic report. If you consider that 25 years ago you could still get along well with 500$ per month in la capital. It's gotten a lot more expensive. But that's more than OK. One must not forget what the infrastructure was like back then. A lot has happened in 25 years. $1200 is still not enough for me personally. For me personally I would calculate with 2000$ or even more. A part of the budget should be set aside as a safety cushion. I find it very regrettable that the increasing standard of quality of life does not reach 75% of the population. On the contrary, their quality of life often deteriorates over time.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      I agree. You can get by with $1,200 but $2000 a month is better as you said you have a cushion shall something go wrong.

  • @rondosanto344
    @rondosanto344 Рік тому +1

    your English sounds cute

  • @melvinmartinez3001
    @melvinmartinez3001 Рік тому +1

    I am looking to buy and rent it out but let me know what I cant I do I will like to talk to you and fine out more information

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      You can contact me by email at norberis@norberisr.com however this particular apartment is this video is no longer available.

  • @rubenventura5543
    @rubenventura5543 25 днів тому +1

    Are furniture apt for short time rental?

  • @elizabethcury1179
    @elizabethcury1179 Рік тому +1

    was that a washer and dryer in the apartment or only washer? was that the first floor? thanks

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      I will double check but I think it is both. They make some here where the clothes dry in the same area they are washed. Yes this apartment was on the first floor.

  • @Bane35755
    @Bane35755 Рік тому +2

    You're in my price range and I have to get your info

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Send me an email at norberis@norberisr.com

  • @RandomNessL
    @RandomNessL Рік тому +2

    My mom’s living on a $400 budget. House and cars were bought already.

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +1

      Wow, that's awesome. What's her secret😁

    • @RandomNessL
      @RandomNessL Рік тому +1

      @@NorberisR she’s doing what you’re doing. House paid for and rents apartments. But her budget has been that for some years.

  • @MrJosegustavo6
    @MrJosegustavo6 3 місяці тому +1

    Do you have an email? I’m a prospective investor in DR rental properties, but don’t want to spend hundreds of thousands to purchase a place like in Punta Cana. Are there any good but much cheaper options in a good area of Santo Domingo?

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  3 місяці тому +1

      You can send me an email at norberis@norberisr.com you may can find options in Santo Domingo Este or Oeste

    • @MrJosegustavo6
      @MrJosegustavo6 3 місяці тому +1

      @@NorberisR Thank you! We’ll be in touch. I really appreciate your channel.

  • @BklynBlinks
    @BklynBlinks Рік тому +2

    there is no way I can live off 1,200 a month in DR. My mortgage alone is 1,200 in Puerto Plata

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому +2

      You're on another level. I got make a video for the people in your weight class🤣😂

    • @BklynBlinks
      @BklynBlinks Рік тому +1

      @@NorberisR 😂 good content tho

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Thank you🇩🇴❤️

  • @joshuaalexander8327
    @joshuaalexander8327 Рік тому +2

    How do you get that triple pay I'm paying 75 for just internet alone

    • @NorberisR
      @NorberisR  Рік тому

      Wow, that's too much. You need to go to Claro. Who is your provider now?