Eric Fraterman
Eric Fraterman has lived in Cuenca since 2013. He is a native of The Netherlands from where he emigrated to Canada at age 32 and where he lived for 38 years. Eric is retired and has a professional background in Advertising and Marketing Management for high-profile organizations in The Netherlands, England and Canada. He also worked for 25 years as an international Customer Service consultant. In Cuenca, he has volunteered since 2013 with disadvantaged children at Hearts of Gold partner CETAP Lucy. He also volunteers at the University of Cuenca and facilitates English conversation groups.
Articles by Eric Fraterman
IVA Refunds in Ecuador (2025 Update): Bigger Refunds, Easier Claims
How to Get More IVA Contributions Back - With Less Hassle from the SRI Update to our 2022 article Stalking the Elusive IVA Refund . Why IVA Refunds Matter More...
Stalking the Elusive IVA Refund
Among many Sasquatch-like mysteries for Cuenca expats is an IVA refund. Friends whisper about sightings around the campfire but most have never seen one. On...