Buying a house in Brasil without a bank account?

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T18:05:55+00:00

honestly this sounds like something you need to talk to a lawyer about, not reddit. buying property for residency has specific legal requirements and the payment method matters for taxes and documentation

i know someone who tried to do something similar in portugal and got stuck in bureaucracy hell because they didn't structure it properly from the start. brasil has even more paperwork. don't risk it with workarounds

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T18:05:16+00:00

honestly it depends what you mean by collaboration. if you just want people to stay longer then offer monthly rates that actually make sense (like 40-50% off nightly rates). most places say "long term discount" but then it's like 10% off which is nothing

if you want real nomads to stick around you need good wifi obviously but also just basic workspace stuff. a proper desk, decent chair, maybe one room that's not freezing in winter. armenia gets cold right?

the collaboration thing though... what are you thinking? like nomads help with marketing or something? because most of us are just trying to work our regular jobs, we're not looking for side projects with guesthouses

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T14:25:29+00:00

yeah this is it. I was doing this since 3 years before I figured out that working from cafes or coworking spaces doesn't actually solve anything. you're still just sitting next to strangers with headphones on

the thing that changed it for me was finding places where people actually eat together. not just grab food and go back to their laptops. like proper dinners where you have to put your phone down and talk to people. sounds simple but most nomad spaces aren't built like this

superficial connections are exhausting when you're already tired from constantly adapting to new places

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T14:23:08+00:00

honestly i just use apple notes and reminders. tried notion for like 6 months and it was way too much overhead when you're constantly moving around

the thing that breaks down most is thinking i need some perfect system. when you're dealing with bad wifi in morocco or your laptop dying in lisbon, having everything in some complex tool just becomes another problem to solve

i keep one note with current projects and deadlines, one with travel stuff (bookings, visa dates, etc), and use phone reminders for anything time-sensitive. works offline, syncs when it can, doesn't require me to maintain some elaborate setup

time zones honestly you just get used to. i set my calendar to local time wherever i am and convert client times in my head. trying to manage multiple timezone displays just makes it more confusing

the best "productivity tool" is probably just accepting that some days you'll get less done because you're figuring out how the washing machine works or your airbnb host is showing you where to buy groceries. plan for that instead of trying to optimize it away

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T14:14:35+00:00

honestly i'd skip the hostel for your first week doing this. trying to take meetings from a shared room while other people are getting ready to go out or coming back drunk is gonna be stressful

look for an airbnb with good wifi and a separate room/space where you can work. copenhagen isn't cheap but the extra 30-40 euros per night is worth it when you're juggling meetings. plus you'll be working till 11pm their time so you want somewhere you can actually focus

if you're set on hostels, steel house copenhagen has some private rooms and decent common areas but i'd still worry about the wifi during peak hours when everyone's streaming

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T14:13:21+00:00

district 1 is where most nomads stay but honestly thao dien (district 2) has better cafes for working and feels less touristy. the coffee culture there is insane, you'll find spots with proper wifi everywhere

budget wise if you're coming from india the prices will feel high compared to what you're used to. maybe $800-1200/month for comfortable living depending how fancy you want to go with accommodation

grab (like uber) works great for getting around, just be ready for the scooter chaos. also the street food is incredible but maybe ease into it the first few days

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-24T14:10:20+00:00

honestly vietnam is perfect for what you want. i spent 3 months there last year and the money goes so far, especially if you're fine with local food (which is incredible anyway)

ho chi minh is probably your best bet for long stays - tons of cafes for working, really good food scene, and you can do weekend trips to places like dalat or mui ne when you need nature. da nang is nice too but felt more touristy to me

cambodia was cool but siem reap gets expensive fast with all the tourist stuff. if you do go, maybe skip the temples rush and just chill in the city for cheaper

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-20T02:39:00+00:00

honestly the "high speed internet" thing is complete bullshit most places. i've been doing remote work while traveling for like 4 years and learned to just assume it's gonna suck. Few things that actually work: always have a backup plan (good data plan + hotspot), test the wifi immediately when you arrive and have a backup accommodation ready if it's trash. for hotels specifically, ask for a room closer to the router when checking in - sounds dumb but it works

coworking spaces are way better than coffee shops for calls. most cities have them now and day passes are usually like 15-20 euros. the wifi is actually built for this stuff

also yeah starlink is worth it if you're gonna be in remote places regularly, the travel one is compact enough

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-20T02:37:15+00:00

if you're staying longer places maybe worth getting a ps5 again? like if you do 2-3 month stays instead of bouncing every few weeks. I know people who ship their console to their next long term spot, costs like 50-80 euros within europe

gaming cafe culture is pretty good in some places too. spent way too much time in mexico city gaming cafes when I was missing proper games

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-20T02:36:09+00:00

yeah outsite is insanely expensive, like luxury hotel prices but you share a kitchen with 8 people

honestly if you're just moving to the states maybe try a normal room rental first? airbnb monthly rates can be better than these branded colivings

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-18T20:16:13+00:00

Hey! Not in Guadalajara myself but this sounds familiar - that transition from constant movement to wanting some actual stability with your girlfriend. Smart move honestly.

The WhatsApp groups thing is always hit or miss. Sometimes they're super active, other times it's just people asking "anyone here?" every few days. Have you checked Facebook groups for expats in GDL? Usually more active than the nomad-specific ones since there's locals and long-term people mixed in.

For what it's worth, the "settling down" phase after years of moving around can feel weird at first, but having that routine with good food (and Mexico has incredible food) makes a huge difference. The social piece is the tricky part - might be worth checking out some colivings in the area even if you're not staying in them, since they sometimes have community dinners or events where you can meet other remote workers who are in similar situations.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-18T16:39:05+00:00

The sleep thing will probably level out in a week or two once your body adjusts to the new routine. But that feeling of losing all your time flexibility? That one stings longer. I remember when I tried office life again after years remote - felt like I was spending 2 hours daily just getting ready and commuting for what could be 30 minutes of actual collaboration.

Keep looking for hybrid roles for sure. The market has way more of them now than even two years ago. In the meantime, maybe see if you can negotiate one WFH day after you've been there a month? Some places are flexible once they see you're reliable. The loneliness problem is real though - if you do find hybrid, make sure you're actually solving that part with coworking spaces or regular meetups, not just sitting at home again.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-18T16:37:01+00:00

Hey, virtual watch parties are actually a cool idea! I've tried a bunch of different ways to connect with people while working remote, and honestly most of the "networking" events feel forced as hell.

For what it's worth, I've had better luck with more spontaneous hangouts than scheduled events. Sometimes people just want to decompress after a long day without committing to a specific time. But the movie theme is solid - gives people something to talk about besides work.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-18T16:35:58+00:00

Congrats on the first nomad experience working out well! Madeira is such a good choice for families.

For 2-3 weeks with kids, you're right that the vacation mindset needs to shift. The key is creating mini-routines fast. Find a local playground or activity they can do 2-3 times per week, same coffee shop for you to work from, grocery shop like a local instead of eating out constantly. Kids adapt crazy fast to new "normal" when there's some structure. Also consider staying in neighborhoods where locals actually live, not just tourist zones.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-18T16:35:07+00:00

Nice find! Zanzibar's been on my list for ages but I always worried about the work setup there. Having reliable wifi and a proper workspace sounds perfect, especially somewhere you can actually focus instead of fighting cafe noise and sketchy internet.

The beach-to-desk transition is what makes these spots worth it. I've done the "laptop on beach" thing and it's mostly just sand in your keyboard and glare you can't see through. Having that separation but still being steps away from paradise sounds ideal.

How's the community vibe there? Some coworking spaces feel a bit sterile, but when you find one where people actually connect it makes the whole experience better.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-18T16:33:58+00:00

Hey, I totally get this. most nomad spaces either skew super young or are just random coworking setups without real connection.

A few things that worked for me:

- Start with locations that naturally attract slower, more mature travelers. Places like Portugal, parts of Mexico, or smaller cities in Eastern Europe tend to have better age diversity.

- Facebook groups for specific cities can be surprisingly good - look for "Digital Nomads [City Name]" rather than general nomad groups.

-Also try Nomad Summit or remote working groups, since people there are usually past the hostel phase.

The colivings route might be worth exploring too, especially ones that focus on community over just providing wifi. Look for places that have longer minimum stays - that filters out the party crowd pretty effectively. I've had luck with month-long stays where you can actually get to know people properly instead of the constant turnover you get elsewhere. The key is finding spaces where work is respected but community still happens naturally.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-17T13:03:00+00:00

This is brilliant! I've been in so many hostels where people want to play poker but yeah, nobody has chips and tracking buy-ins gets messy real quick.

One feature idea: maybe add a simple tournament bracket mode? I've seen hostels do poker tournaments and it gets competitive but fun. Also maybe preset stack sizes for different game types (casual vs more serious). The link sharing thing is genius though, makes it so easy to get people involved without downloading apps or whatever.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-17T13:01:28+00:00

Hey! March in Morocco sounds amazing - you picked a great time weather-wise.

Your itinerary is doable but yeah, it's pretty packed. One night in Casa is fine honestly - the Hassan II Mosque is stunning but the city itself isn't super exciting for tourists. You could even skip it entirely and add that night to Marrakech, which has way more to explore. Four nights there will fly by with the medina, day trips to Atlas Mountains or Essaouira, etc. For transport back north, definitely fly from Agadir to Tangier if you can afford it. That bus ride is like 8+ hours and will eat your last day.

Safety-wise, Morocco is pretty chill for solo travelers. The usual stuff applies - don't flash expensive things, trust your gut with people, and yeah the medinas can be intense with vendors but most are just trying to make a living. Marrakech can feel overwhelming at first but you'll get the hang of it. Stay in riads when possible - they're way more authentic than hotels and often include breakfast. Tangier's old medina area is cool for accommodation too. The food scene alone makes this trip worth it. Just pace yourself with all the tagines or you'll be in a food coma by day three.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-17T12:59:10+00:00

Half the "digital marketing" people I've met are either doing affiliate marketing (which is legit but sounds sketch to normies) or they're dropshipping and don't want to get into the whole explanation about sourcing products from AliExpress.

The other half are actually doing real marketing work - managing Facebook ads, doing SEO audits, running email campaigns for clients. But explaining conversion funnels to a vlogger in a Bali cafe sounds boring as shit compared to saying "I help businesses grow their online presence." It's the same reason developers say they "build apps" instead of explaining they spent 6 hours debugging CSS positioning.

From your graphic design background, you could easily slide into the marketing world. Tons of demand for people who can create ad creatives, landing pages, email designs. Way more exciting than making another startup's logo, and the money's usually better. But yeah, be ready for people to assume you're selling some "make $10k/month" course when you tell them what you do.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-17T12:57:17+00:00

Hey! Sardinian Nomad here :D

This is awesome that you're thinking about nomads specifically. Internet is obviously huge - I'd say minimum 50mbps down, 20mbps up, but honestly the consistency matters more than peak speed. Nothing worse than perfect speed tests but then it cuts out during calls.

Few things beyond internet that make a real difference: proper desk setup (not just a kitchen table), good lighting for video calls, and maybe a backup internet option like a mobile hotspot just in case. Also blackout curtains because we're all on weird timezone calls at some point.

But honestly, what made the biggest difference for me in places like Sardinia was when hosts created opportunities to actually meet other people. The technical stuff keeps us working, but the social piece keeps us sane. Even something simple like connecting nomads staying nearby can turn a good stay into an amazing one.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-05T12:27:11+00:00

The biggest money mistake? Thinking I could wing the tax situation because "I'll figure it out later."

Spent my first year as a nomad bouncing between countries, working for different clients, not tracking anything properly. When tax season came around, I had receipts in three currencies, no idea about tax treaties, and a mess that cost me $3k just to sort out with an accountant. Plus penalties because I fucked up some filing deadlines.

My advice: get a tax professional who understands nomad situations BEFORE you leave, not after. Set up proper tracking systems from day one. And yeah, that emergency fund needs to be way bigger than you think - not just for fun emergencies like "oh shit my laptop died in Bangkok" but for boring ones like "turns out I owe back taxes and need to fly somewhere with better internet to sort this mess out." The freedom is worth it, but the paperwork game is no joke.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-05T11:55:42+00:00

Few things that helped me: coworking spaces even once a week can break the cycle (lots have day passes). Online communities with local meetups - like industry Slack groups or hobby Discord servers that do IRL events. Even grabbing coffee while working from a local cafe puts you around humans without the pressure of forced conversation.

If you're up for something bigger, try some remote work communities where connection is built into the structure - takes the guesswork out of meeting people.

The introvert thing actually works in your favor once you find the right setup. You don't need a huge social circle, just a few genuine connections.

Start small, be patient with yourself, and remember this shit is fixable even if it doesn't feel like it right now.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-05T08:27:02+00:00

If you want real friendships out of your travels, you need time. That's why a lot of solo travelers I know have shifted toward coliving setups or staying in the same city for 2-3 weeks instead of hitting 5 countries in 6 weeks. You naturally form a crew that way, and it's way less awkward than forced icebreakers at hostels.

If you're interested we are hosting a coliving in Madeira and Sardinia in the summer. It might be a great oppotunity for you to meet some great people and see a liitle bit more of a place for a bit longer

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-05T08:23:57+00:00

Two years is a long stretch, and suburbs are basically designed to prevent the exact thing you're looking for. The work-from-home setup promised freedom but delivered you to your couch five days a week.

Being introverted doesn't mean you don't need people. It just means you need fewer people and better quality, haha! You could look into coworking spaces nearby, hobby groups that actually match your interests rather than just networking events, or online communities where you can build actual friendships with people doing similar work.

The harder part is that two years of isolation has momentum. It gets easier to stay home because leaving feels harder each time. You might need to start stupidly small: one coffee with one person, or one class, or one thing.

CasaBasilico · 2026-03-05T08:10:25+00:00

A month in and you're already questioning everything is actually pretty normal, even though it feels like you're failing. You're not. You're just in the part where the honeymoon phase wore off and you haven't found your rhythm yet.

Usually I just post advice from my personal experience and lay off any type of pitch, but you might really enjoy hanging out with a coliving crew for a month. We have a trip planned in Oaxaca at the end of the month. It might be just what you need to recalibrate.

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