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 How do you say in portuguese?
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 Do the taxis in Sao Paulo Brazil take US money or do they only accept their own currency?
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John M

I am trying to rent an apartment in Brazil for short-term?

I am trying to rent an apartment in Brazil for short-term (like 1 week), how can find out if the apartment locator service or broker that I might go through is honest and has a good reputation? I am definitely concerned about being scammed and some advice on whether there is the equivalent of the Better business bureau in Rio would be helpful? Any other tips?
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Oops, I am going to Rio de Janeiro.

    



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Brazil is a huge country. Even if there was the equivalent of the Better Business Bureau it might not be so honest. As you mentioned Rio, I assume you are going to Rio for your week. If in Rio, try Vanna at "www.vannarioflats.com.br" for an apartment. I've used her 12-15 times and have had no problems with her. She's honest, fair and wants tourists to have a great time in Rio. She'll need a security deposit (in cash--US$, Euros, Reals, etc.), but the receipt is part of the contract and she gives you back your exact same currency when you leave provided there is no damage to the apartment. I can't over emphasize how honest she is--if an apartment isn't up to her standards (which I must confess hers are higher than mine) she tells the landlord the rental price is to high, the place is a dump, etc.


Paul F
If you understand Portuguese, your best bet would be to try the classifieds in the newspapers. There are many agencies that specialize in temporary rentals but you will pay twice as much as you would if you dealt directly with the apartment owner.
You might also call Vivianne Reidi at (021) 2257-3723 or 9998-2538 (cellphone.) She speaks english and I have rented apartments in Copacabana and Ipanema from her several times.

Paul


Pam
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When are you going to Rio? I have a one bedroom at Barra da Tijuca fully equipped for rent. If you need info just drop me a line. Good luck.


Bill H
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Where are you looking? There are some reputable companies that offer temporary rentals, but they usually focus on a particular city or region.

As for consumer protection, the place to go would be the official federal agency Procon which has offices all around the country.


kbeachball4299
u have 2 see wer u want 2 go


David M
If its just a week you are better off in a hotel. Its difficult to rent an apartment for such a short while. Any rental in Brazil requires a local guarantor and paper work.


tatajp
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where are you going there ?





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