Name? Shawn

Where are you from? Canada via 2 years in Panama

Approximate age? 56

Household makeup? Single

Montevideo real estate provides a broad selection of communities and price ranges, making it possible for just about anyone with a nest egg and an adventurous spirit to own real estate in the city Mercer rates as being “the most livable” in South America.

Government requirements for bringing pets into Uruguay

 To bring your dog or cat into Uruguay you need to get a health certificate which has been signed by the Minister of Agriculture in your home country. Your pet’s veterinarian can usually provide you with a health certificate and guide you through the process. The certificate must show that:

Uruguay residency criminal background report for US citizens

 If you are a US citizen applying for Uruguay residency, you need to get a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) report instead of a police certificate from your home country. The application for the FBI report is made in Uruguay from the Uruguay Interpol Office.

On the eastern reach of what is referred to as Punta is José Ignacio. José Ignacio is a small fishing village that became a popular surfing beach, and has since gentrified into an exclusive getaway for the world's most affluent leisure travelers.

The following article is an excerpt from Section 5-2 of Buying Real Estate in Uruguay by David Hammond

The real estate agent you select can impact your perception of the market, your buying experience, and your investment outcome if you decide to invest. Starting an online dialogue with prospective real estate agents provides an opportunity to learn about an agent before your market visit. Following are a few basic considerations:

Punta del Este was a busy place on the Columbus Day weekend (which is celebrated as Dia de la Raza in Uruguay). Besides the holiday, it is the weekend that many Argentines and Brazilians come to Punta del Este to select a rental property for their summer vacation.

It is also a weekend when many Argentines and Brazilians who own a vacation home in Punta del Este will meet with their property managers and make sure their property shows well for potential summer vacation tenants.

Tienda Inglesa is a Uruguayan supermarket chain that also owns a real estate brokerage. The image below was a part of Tienda Inglesa’s weekly ad book and translates to: “Your money is safe in Uruguay, invest in properties!”

The reason Tienda Inglesa and other local businesses say your money is safe in Uruguay is because Uruguay does not have a credit crisis. Uruguay is traditionally a cash society and most Uruguayan properties are owned free and clear.

Punta del Diablo is in a state of transition, both as a travel destination and as a real estate opportunity. Punta del Diablo is a rustic fishing village located on Uruguay’s Atlantic coast. It has traditionally attracted an outpost of surfers and budget travelers.