

TonyFF
American expat in Bulgaria
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Registration: 04 October 2023
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Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

I forgot to ask one more question- any good Germany web sites for car sales? What payments do they take? Read More


Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

I appreciate all the advice/tips and I have a few follow up questions:1. When one buys a car from another EU country the warrantee is no longer good( per the dealership I talked to). Maybe only the factory warrantee??2. When buying a car from ... Read More


Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

Yes, I am aware how the shipping works. Alessie and Clements Worldwide insurance companies are available immediately. I have contacted them in the past. Their rates are great if one has good driving record. I just do not feel like dealing with ... Read More


Shopping On Amazon by Snowball6
Does anyone know of a way to shop with Amazon for BG?

I also use Amazon.de - the site does not have the US variety but it is good enough. Fast free shipping without Prime if you spend more than 49 euros ;Â my wife and I usually make a list of items and place a big order every few months and ... Read More


Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

Yes, I heard about buying cars in Germany; too complicated to do that. I bought in the past in the US a car that was driven in Canada and the odometer showed only in km. Maybe there was a setting for miles to change it but I never used ... Read More


Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

I have been going to different car dealers exploring options. To my chagrin I found out that one cannot buy a car the same day and drive off with it. I have to order the car especially if I want certain options in it. No such thing as end of ... Read More


Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

Thank you all for your input. I will share my experience when the time comes. Read More


Prescription by alanjolly65
Hi.I got a prescription for painkillers from the doctor today. Does anybody have a clue what it says? There must be an international school for Dr prescription writing. ...

@alanjolly65 Melbek 7.5mg1 tab twice a day after meals Read More


Shipping a dog within EU by TonyFF
I am buying a dog from Germany and he will be send by plane to Bulgaria.He will have all the documents. Do you know what is the procedure to claim the dog when he " lands" in Bulgaria?

I did some research- I have to go to the cargo area. Some people say it is a breeze to pick up the pet ; after all the shipping is within the EU; apparently there are some forms to fill out. Well, I will find out.... Read More

Shipping a dog within EU
I am buying a dog from Germany and he will be send by plane to Bulgaria.He will have all the documents. Do you know what is the procedure to claim the dog when he " lands" in Bulgaria? Read More


Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...

I had an RX 450H Lexus in the US which I sold last year. I was very, very happy with the car.The best SUV that I have ever owned. Nothing ever failed. The RAV uses the same technology .and it will be good for any rough terrain in ... Read More


Maintenance Fees. Condominium Act etc by alanjolly65
I have owned an apartment in an aparthotel since 2010. It seems that over recent years, a number of Apartments have now been sold.I have paid my fees €12 /sqm since 2010.Since that time, I really can't see where much of the funds have been ...

Buying in Bulgaria( or anywhere in the world) an apartment in an aparthotel is a very risky business.( I personally prefer to have my own land/house and not to pay anyone any dues ) I recently looked at an apartment to buy ... Read More

Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ... Read More


Just applied for my CR as a pensioner by RexTechGuy
Howdy All, I just recently got my D-Visa without any problems. We returned to BG Feb 1, and I ran over to the immigration office in Burgas to apply for my Continued Residence. They would not accept my notary deed, and am requesting us to get an ...

that is great! congrats! I found the paperwork for D visa, apostilles etc. so darn annoying! Read More


Just applied for my CR as a pensioner by RexTechGuy
Howdy All, I just recently got my D-Visa without any problems. We returned to BG Feb 1, and I ran over to the immigration office in Burgas to apply for my Continued Residence. They would not accept my notary deed, and am requesting us to get an ...

Social security does not deal with any apostilles.You need to have it done by the Secretary of your State. Read More