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Sponsors of the digital guide Becoming a Veci: A Map to Your Soft Landing in Cuenca
Adam Altholtz - Smilehealth
Save up to 70% on world-class dental care without compromising quality. Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic (formerly Find Health in Ecuador) is Cuenca's premier destination for expats seeking affordable, US-standard dental treatments. Led by Dr. Andrés Pacheco—affectionately known as "Dr. No Pain" for his painless techniques—the clinic combines internationally trained expertise with state-of-the-art technology and materials that meet stringent U.S. and European standards.
From routine cleanings ($40-60 vs. $100-200 in the US) to complex All-on-4/6/8 full arch restorations ($4,500-12,000 vs. $25,000-30,000), patients save 60-80% while receiving the same quality care they'd expect at home. Founded in 2012 by American Adam Altholtz, whose father was a U.S. dentist, Smilehealth has built its reputation on transparency, pain-free procedures, and a personalized patient concierge service that guides you through every step of your dental vacation.
Sabrina Candela - Attorney at Law
Sabrina Candela isn't your typical "file your paperwork" attorney—she's a strategy-first consultant who does something radical: she shows you the chessboard before she moves a single piece. With 7 years of dedicated experience serving the expat community and backed by CORPOLEX (a prestigious law firm with nearly 20 years of market presence), Sabrina has built her reputation on transparency, client education, and a 94%+ first-submission approval rate.
She's the kind of attorney who'll tell you "You don't need me for that"—and that's exactly why you need her. Her approach combines deep technical knowledge across multiple areas of law with a genuine commitment to optimizing your time and resources, ensuring you don't pay for services you don't require.
Sabrina Candela - Attorney at Law
Sabrina Candela isn't your typical "file your paperwork" attorney—she's a strategy-first consultant who does something radical: she shows you the chessboard before she moves a single piece. With 7 years of dedicated experience serving the expat community and backed by Corpólex (a prestigious law firm with nearly 20 years of market presence), Sabrina has built her reputation on transparency, client education, and a 94%+ first-submission approval rate.
She's the kind of attorney who'll tell you "You don't need me for that"—and that's exactly why you need her. Her approach combines deep technical knowledge across multiple areas of law with a genuine commitment to optimizing your time and resources, ensuring you don't pay for services you don't require.
Jason and Michelle Scott - Yapa Tree
"There was just so much trust. Trust was the biggest issue of all, and they performed magnificently." — John & Barb Balzer, US expats. YapaTree Real Estate was founded on a simple but powerful mission: provide expat-quality real estate services without the gringo price tag. Co-owned by Jason Scott (an experienced property investor and former digital nomad) and Michelle Puga Scott (a Cuenca native with deep local roots and certification as an Ecuadorian tour guide), YapaTree bridges the gap between expat expectations and local market realities.
Their team of bilingual property experts—many of whom have lived in the US for extended periods—delivers US-standard service and attention to detail while leveraging insider knowledge of Cuenca's neighborhoods, pricing trends, and legal requirements. They don't just help you find a house; they help you find a home and a community, ensuring you become a true "veci" rather than just another foreign buyer.
Jason and Michelle Scott - Yapa Tree
"There was just so much trust. Trust was the biggest issue of all, and they performed magnificently." — John & Barb Balzer, US expats. YapaTree Real Estate was founded on a simple but powerful mission: provide expat-quality real estate services without the gringo price tag. Co-owned by Jason Scott (an experienced property investor and former digital nomad) and Michelle Puga Scott (a Cuenca native with deep local roots and certification as an Ecuadorian tour guide), YapaTree bridges the gap between expat expectations and local market realities.
Their team of bilingual property experts—many of whom have lived in the US for extended periods—delivers US-standard service and attention to detail while leveraging insider knowledge of Cuenca's neighborhoods, pricing trends, and legal requirements. They don't just help you find a house; they help you find a home and a community, ensuring you become a true "veci" rather than just another foreign buyer.
Maarten's Animal Travel Service
Moving to a new country is stressful enough—moving with your furry family members shouldn't add to the anxiety. Maarten's Animal Travel Services specializes in making international and domestic pet relocation safe, organized, and surprisingly calm. With approximately 200 pet transports, accompaniments, and documentation services completed in just the last 6 months, Maarten and his team have become the go-to experts for expats bringing dogs and cats to Ecuador.
They handle everything: personalized travel consultation, veterinary coordination, rabies antibody tests, import/export documentation, airline coordination, airport check-in accompaniment, and even full travel companionship from origin to destination. Their trilingual team (English, Spanish, Dutch) understands that your pet isn't cargo—they're family, and they deserve the same care and attention you'd give them yourself.
Maarten's Animal Travel Service
Moving to a new country is stressful enough—moving with your furry family members shouldn't add to the anxiety. Maarten's Animal Travel Services specializes in making international and domestic pet relocation safe, organized, and surprisingly calm. With approximately 200 pet transports, accompaniments, and documentation services completed in just the last 6 months, Maarten and his team have become the go-to experts for expats bringing dogs and cats to Ecuador.
They handle everything: personalized travel consultation, veterinary coordination, rabies antibody tests, import/export documentation, airline coordination, airport check-in accompaniment, and even full travel companionship from origin to destination. Their trilingual team (English, Spanish, Dutch) understands that your pet isn't cargo—they're family, and they deserve the same care and attention you'd give them yourself.