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Cuenca Houses for Sale: The Insider’s Guide
Are you thinking about making the move to Cuenca, Ecuador? With its affordable cost of living, high quality of life, and affordable houses for sale,
Jason Scott
January 6, 2023
Are you thinking about making the move to Cuenca, Ecuador? With its affordable cost of living, high quality of life, and affordable houses for sale,
As part of YapaTree’s commitment to the local business community, we provide a range of free & low cost advertising solutions. These are specifically designed
Editor’s NoteThanks to the author Terri Drake for her first contribution to YapaTree. A big thanks to Rick Snyder too for editing. At one time
Hold up, before we begin, it’s wise to introduce the concept of an Intercambio before we get into the where and when. Intercambio: Speakers of
October 4th is World Animal Day! Help us celebrate as FAAN works to build the most modern shelter in Ecuador “The greatness of a nation
Homeowners insurance (or home & contents insurance) is available in Ecuador. But, it’s likely to be a little different from what you’re used to. This
If you are a 65+ year old expat with temporary or permanent residency in Ecuador, you are eligible for certain benefits. But, sometimes there can
Lately, I’ve found myself doing more traveling. It seems to be that time of year for many of us wanting to take advantage of better
Editor’s Note: Since revamping our Cuenca Property Platform, we’ve been humbled by the volume of inquiries from renters & buyers. We’re very grateful for the
One of the inevitable developments for many of us as we “gain maturity” (i.e., become “viejitos”) is the onset of different, chronic, health conditions that
“Hun, does Airbnb provide refunds?” This was my question to Michelle as we entered the 13th day of the 2022 strike led by some of
This article is a continuation of our Cuenca Volunteer Series. We previously looked at Cuenca volunteer opportunities and today we’re introducing you to local animal
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Since upgrading our Cuenca-based property platform a few months ago, we’ve been a little overwhelmed by the encouragement from renters, buyers, owners & landlords. There’s
Editor’s NoteThis article has been provided by guest contributor, Stephen Vargha. Stephen has put a lot of effort into researching this topic for his new
The Sapara Nation are indigenous people that live in the Amazonian jungles between Ecuador & Peru. They once had a population of over 200,000 but
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 top
Renting an apartment in Cuenca can be a confusing and frustrating process. But, most of this comes down to little differences in our expectations. We
YapaTree (previously GringoTree) has been helping expats find their new property to rent or buy for over 10 years. But, this is the first time
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Welcome back to our cavalcade of cuisines. This article is a follow-up to another that was published recently called The “Secret” Cuenca Park Surrounded By
Hola amigos, today’s video is a vibrant journey into the heart of Cuenca’s soul during its annual celebration of independence. I can’t help but be
Author’s NoteIn an amazing coincidence, as I was writing this article, I received a call from my husband saying that he saw a small puppy
Any time anyone asks why I love Cuenca, why I came here, or why I continue to stay, one point comes up: it’s a city
In this article and video, I’m excited explore the intriguing dynamics of service expectations in Ecuador. As both a customer and a service provider, I’ve
My first apartment when I moved to Cuenca 6 years ago was in El Vergel. We would head over to Santa Anita Park just a
Welcome, YapaTree viewers! Today, we delve into a crucial topic that has piqued the interest of many expats – securing home loans in Ecuador. I’m
Nestled in the Andes, Cuenca is a city of timeless charm and natural beauty, attracting expats from all corners of the globe. In this video
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