zt5T9yOLKv9z6OpmQNPplI6ngYgwp10684We have all heard of credit reports from companies like Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. If you don’t pay your bills, your credit score may drop. If you have a low credit score, you may not qualify for new loans. Fewer people know about the consumer reporting organizations that track customers with a negative checking account … Read more
One of the reasons so many people are moving from traditional banks to Chime is because of Chime’s customer-friendly deposit rules. Chime seems eager to get your money into your account, which is perfect for folks who always seem to be running a little low on funds by the end of a pay period. The … Read more
Chime and Cash App are two non-traditional banking companies that have grown very popular, especially with the younger generations. Both companies offer low-fee banking solutions with sleek and user-friendly mobile apps. If you wonder, “Does Chime work with Cash App?” the answer is a definite yes. You should have no problem using Cash App to … Read more
What is Zelle? Zelle is a quick and easy way to send and receive money with individuals that you know. Over the past decade, there have been numerous companies that have offered this service. Paypal, Venmo, and Cash App are a few of them. The newest is Zelle. Before being Zelle, the name of the … Read more
Let’s be frank: if you are into shopping, arts and nightlife entertainment, Belize is not for you. You won’t find big shopping malls, theaters or art galleries. In fact, franchises of global corporations, like Wal-Mart, McDonalds or Starbucks, are not present in Belize. However, if you are an outdoor lover, you’ll find many Belize attractions to explore: snorkeling and diving … Read more
What’s the weather like? That’s generally the first question folks ask when they’re looking for information about a new place. And yes, Belize has weather too! Let’s find out about it. The Belize climate is classified as subtropical, which means that – contrary to tropical regions – it does have winter months with slightly cooler … Read more
Want to retire in Belize? It’s easy to get there from North America, both by air and by land. Transportation within the country is plentiful, with frequent buses, water taxis and two domestic airlines. On the staying connected front however, Belize falls well behind other Central American countries. Find out why Internet options are so … Read more
Another alternative for your Belize retirement? Become a Belizean citizen. Citizenship is available after 5 years of residency or by marrying a Belizean, but you must prove (somehow) that it is not a marriage of convenience. Belize is a country located in Central America and just south of Mexico and north of Guatemala. The country offers Caribbean … Read more
When you consider retiring in Belize, you’ll want to know how safe the country is. You may have seen Ross Kemp’s TV documentary about Gangs in Belize. While the documentary revolves mostly around violent activity in Belize City, the country’s crime stats as a whole aren’t that rosy either. Belize ties with Colombia with regards to crime … Read more
Jamaica is famous for its reggae music, friendly people, and vibrant culture. But it’s also one of the world’s most beautiful countries, with a diverse landscape that features lush rainforests and spectacular beaches. The residents of Jamaica enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with a warm climate and affordable cost of living. This idyllic setting has attracted … Read more