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Rapid development in the Puertas del Sol area is overwhelming the neighborhood's electrical and water infrastructure. Residents report frequent power outages and intermittent low water pressure, and the utility company isn't taking it seriously.

Choosing where to live in Cuenca? A neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide covering rent prices, walkability, safety, vibe, and which areas suit retirees vs. remote workers vs. families.

Everything you need to know about moving to Cuenca, Ecuador as an expat — visas, cost of living, neighborhoods, healthcare, banking, safety, and the honest pros and cons from someone who did it.

National developers are entering Cuenca. Uribe Schwarzkopf's 15-story La Maison sold out before completion. A Novotel is coming to the Zona Rosa. Construction grew 14% last year. Here's what the boom means for renters, buyers, and anyone watching Cuenca's skyline change.

A woman was murdered inside a funeral home. Two suspects have been arrested. Police say four killings in late February and early March are connected to disputes over drug sales territory in the city. Here's what expats need to know about the safety picture right now.

If your lease is up soon, brace yourself. One-bedroom apartments in Cuenca now run $550–750/month, two-bedrooms hit $750–1,100, and the days of the mythical $400 rental are mostly over. Here's what's driving it and where to look.