journeyman jack in ecuador

Hi Ron,
I like the climate and year round spring time temps of Quito, and they are quite similiar to Cuenca. ..from Quito I can get to the coast in about 6-7 hours just meandering along the hwy from Quito.
..but I need to be in close proximity to the UIO INT. Airport to pick up my guests and family when they come to visit.
..the EC. ministery of Imigracion requires you to show $800. per month income, they know you will make out ok on that, and not be a burden on society. ...but $1,200. to $1,600. you will be out to dinner often, wining & dining and have safe / secure house or condo. ..ripping & roaring on the EC. Tame airlines to all points of EC. to check out for yourself.
..on the first 1 yr. lease while in Quito you can get your visa hammered out while investigating first hand where you may want to park it permanently. good luck & stay in touch, J.A.

Hi Fred,
The work is plentiful here throughout Ecuador, the economy grew by 8% in 2011. Minimum wage is $240. per month. Loads of condos going in on the coast, as well as Cotacachi - Quito - Cuenca. Most expats are self employed, or have on-line businesses, the Ecua Export Flower & Rose business is the biggest in S. America. Exporting seafood is big bus. here as well! Opportunities in Tourism and real estate sales are are doing well. I could see a self employed Electrician from the states catering to the rapid influx of other expats with fire / burglar / security cameras & electrical service doing well with reasonable patience during the start up period. How is your Spanish?