Verb conjugation of "spoil" in English

Teachers prefer simpler methods to teach Spanish. I will do this with Mr. Meier at our meeting in Zurich (as discussed in March). Where do you live in Basel? Do you live with family or friends?
We have learned that some tenses, such as Present Tense are easier and not as complex as others. Is that right? In my opinion, tenses in English are much easier than in the Spanish language.
I'd be very happy if we could write me. I have read your blog. Are you from the U.S.? Where exactly are you from, which state? I have visited Chicago last year because my grandma lives there.