The Ecuador 3 Count, where we bring you 3 Ecuador stories that you shouldn’t miss.
Photo Credit: Rinaldo Wurglitsch
1. Why Are You Waiting? 4 Fantastic Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Invest
First Up: Not so long ago, you would have been nuts to invest in Ecuador. Socialistic leader Rafael Correa has just secured another 4 year term and vows to keep at his “citizen revolution”, which so far, is unfavorable for Western investors. Foreign direct investment now stands at less than 1% of GDP – but there are reasons to consider Ecuador for investment. We’ve listed the top 4 reasons to take the leap and invest in Ecuador.
2. Why Haven’t You Checked Out Cotacachi?
Next Up: One reason for Ecuador’s popularity with the retired gringo set is the climate. Many move to Cuenca and Quito, but there are also the spectacular Ecuadorean Andes. As expat Susan Haskens found, not only is Ecuador budget-friendly, it also comes with spectacular views.
3. Here’s Why Alice Traded in Cleveland for Cuenca
When Alice Goers decided to retire she know it would be beyond Cleveland, Ohio. Moving overseas was something else entirely, an idea that, when she began planning for her retirement, didn’t even occur. Alice made a list of all the things that were important to her in retirement, and then she began researching everything she could on the idea of retiring to a new country where she might find those things. She found it all in Cuenca, Ecuador.