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About Armand Boissy
Expertise
All questions related to real estate for Guatemala particularly in the area of Lake Atitlan. Invesment for retirment, rental, buildings, regulations,.... I live in Santa Cruz La Laguna, 15 minutes boat ride from Panajachel where I work. I have 2 little daughters (5-7) who go to Life school everyday. So if you need help to relocate or for a short experience in the lake area don't hesitate. Also I'm an official tour guide for the Guatemalan Institut for tourism (INGUAT) and I have an extensive experience of the country.

Experience
Living in the area for 18 years, a company Atitlan Solutions founded 2 1/2 years ago,experience in building private home, condos, hotel

Organizations
Real Estate Chamber of Guatemala

Publications
Washington Post Magazin http://www.realestateatitlan.com/page.asp?p=5

Education/Credentials
Master in Polical Sciences From France

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Guatemala - Moving back to Guatemala from US

Expert: Armand Boissy - 10/30/2009

Question
Hi there!
I'm a college freshman currently living in the United States, though I was born in Guatemala and moved to the US when I was 10 years old (I am 18 now). Due to the complicated immigration situation here, I am now considering returning to Guatemala City to await some sort of resolution for my migratory status. This will probably take some 4 to 6 years, so I will essentially be moving back permanently.
I don't have any specific questions for you. I am just...nervous. I don't remember the country that well, if at all, and I am so nervous that I will have difficulty adjusting after basically growing up here. Any word of advice? Any warnings?
I am simply seeking an idea of what it is like to live there.
Thank you so much for your time.

Answer
Dear Jennifer,
Sorry it took me sometimes to answer your question but I needed to reflect on it...
I understand that you are nervous it is normal...I don't know where you are going to live but if it is in Guatemala Ciudad you might find it hard.. You have to be careful in your daily activities as there is a level of violence much higher than what you are accustomed to... but if you stay in the right zonas you will be find... Guatemala is my adoptive country of residence and I love it.. Now remember the Universe is working for you... so if you believe that what ever cross your path is for your best interest (and sometimes we cannot believe it or perceive it this way) you will be fine...
I don't know if you are going to work or study but what ever you will do if you have the right attitude you will succeed... you see to help you a bit more I need to know more about your future situation

All the best
Armand

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