Not really much cons as I can think... the poverty might be something bad in the begining, but you get used to it. Crime, not that big deal either. If you choose anywhere but Sao Paulo or Rio you will find it really safe actually.
About broadband... easy to get, although customer service sucks - and if you try to solve a problem with your conection prepare yourself for at least an hour on the phone listening to annoying music and your problem will not get solved. But not really something to worry about, the service works fine most of the time.
But the people are great, portuguese is a bitch, but people are really willing to try to understand you, so you can get over it. Brazilian people like to suck up to gringos, something that I've never understood why...
But the biggest pro is: each USD equals 3 Reais. That, plus the sun and the people...
And a hint: stay away from Sao Paulo! this town is too big, too dirty, too ugly and too dangerous to live in. Just my
And about not getting checks from some sponsors... if you already promote them and are going to move, I'm sure an ICQ chat would solve this issue.
Kisses,
Milena