Robert Moore
@Bear66
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Registration: 18 August 2014
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Expat forum for airfair. by dianec333
I just checked it twice for pricing. Over $450 for a one stop from Miami to San Juan. On internet, spirit air was $148 no stops. What site is Ex pat using that is so expensive?
I would check the airfares daily for Miami as well as other city airports close by. Don't limit yourself to the major airports if ticket price is your highest concern. Because of the zika virus the airlines are experiencing cancellations. ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Puerto Rico? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
I think that the answers to your questions lie within. Why do you want to live in Puerto Rico? It it for a job? Spouse? Financial? There are many cheaper and easier places in the continental US to live than Puerto Rico. You have to identify why you ... Read More
Car registration question by Bear66
OK, I purchased a car last year from a used car dealer on one of my trips down. At the time I didn't have my (all important) SSI card with me. I sent a copy down to the dealer and I had a friend (who is as clueless as I am on this stuff) pick ...
Thanks for the info. Read More
In Puerto Rico why are most realtors so lazy they dont respond by bonu
In PR, why are most of the realtors/real estate agents so lazy that they dont call back or email back? How do they expect to sell a property when they dont assist a buyer AT ALL? If you are a seller, why are you paying a commission to a realtor who ...
OK, we have a place in Fajardo and had a great real estate experience but it was not without work on our part. We have a very good agent, so If you want to know anything about the Fajardo area, just contact me. You can read about our experiences ... Read More
Car registration question
OK, I purchased a car last year from a used car dealer on one of my trips down. At the time I didn't have my (all important) SSI card with me. I sent a copy down to the dealer and I had a friend (who is as clueless as I am on this stuff) pick ... Read More
need furniture buying suggestions by dumplingmx
My husband and I are moving to the San Juan area soon. The condo we are renting for 6 months is only partially furnished, so we will be needing some living room furniture (the condo has beds and a small dining table/chairs). The problem is that we ...
There are three Ikea showrooms, one in Bayamon, one in Ponce and one in Carolina. However...the stores are Ikea "lite". They have very small showrooms and nothing is for immediate pickup. Everything is centrally warehoused, which you ... Read More
Do most people finance through banks on the island? by Kennypackers1
The name is Kenny and though my wife and I are just at the beginning of our journey to the island life we look forward to becoming expats and relishing in this radically different lifestyle. I am 44 and she is 43 and we are moving from the state of ...
We bought a condo last year in Fajardo and financed it through FirstBank. We had a great real estate agent who handled everything. I've bought several properties and this transaction was about as smooth as they come. Read More
calm water swimming beaches by open water swimmer girl
We are planning to visit the island to explore places to move/relocate. We want to focus on visiting areas that are near or on calm water beaches good for distance swimming. Looks like the west coast is good for surfing. Are there also calmer areas ...
A little bit closer to San Juan than 7 Seas is Balinearo Monserrate in Luquillo. The water is generally quite calm and it's a very big beach. It's a really nice for a day trip with the kioskos in front of it. Parking is just to the east of ... Read More
Real estate purchase price question by Anolis
My wife & I are preparing to make an offer on a property in San Juan. Since this is a buyer's market (due to the economic situation) we plan to offer under asking price; however without MLS it is a bit difficult to figure out what the ...
Sorry, thought that you were addressing me since we call our place Casa Anolis. Read More
Real estate purchase price question by Anolis
My wife & I are preparing to make an offer on a property in San Juan. Since this is a buyer's market (due to the economic situation) we plan to offer under asking price; however without MLS it is a bit difficult to figure out what the ...
Yes, we settled on the condo back in May. The bank took a long time to get their act together, but the actual closing went very smoothly, thanks to our really excellent agent who made sure that everything was in line. We couldn't be happier with ... Read More
Real estate purchase price question by Anolis
My wife & I are preparing to make an offer on a property in San Juan. Since this is a buyer's market (due to the economic situation) we plan to offer under asking price; however without MLS it is a bit difficult to figure out what the ...
There is no rule as to how much less than asking you can offer. Don't be afraid to offer 15-20% less than asking, especially if the property has been on the market for a bit of time and there are no other offers in sight. No matter what your ... Read More
Importing a classic car? by Bear66
I have been doing a bit of research but have not come up with any definitive answers for classic cars. When I move down to PR I would like to bring my '69 Jaguar with me. Currently it is registered as a classic car in NJ, which means that it is ...
Not on our last trip, too many projects and no time to go to the DMV. Read More
Importing a classic car? by Bear66
I have been doing a bit of research but have not come up with any definitive answers for classic cars. When I move down to PR I would like to bring my '69 Jaguar with me. Currently it is registered as a classic car in NJ, which means that it is ...
The Stag is a great little classic, I hope he gets to take it with him. We are going down in two weeks and I plan to buy a car, so I am going to try and get an answer from the PR DMV. Also, there are a few classic car museum around and I plan to ... Read More
Weekend excursion ideas? by FLeyeGuy
Hello all, This is my first post. I just moved to Bayamón in July for med school. This place is awesome! I am reaching out to my fellow Expats for ideas for weekend trips and things to do when I have some time off. I feel like I have done most ...
OK, once you've done the beaches and the tourist spots, it's time to head to the mountains for something to eat. You should plan on adding a trip up the pork highway (184) to Guavate. First, it's a fun ride with lots of twisties and ... Read More
Buying a second home in PR by Anolis
My wife & I are considering buying a second home in Puerto Rico. We have lots of experience on the island (we have been going, for work & pleasure, for 10 years; I speak Spanish, etc.), but this would be a new thing for us. Can anyone on the ...
Yes, GreggK our complex (Monte Sol) was built around 2004. It is located on the hill behind the Monte Sol shopping center right off of the exit on 3-which makes it very convenient, with the Amigo. As you probably know the Puerto del Rey is the ... Read More