@olddawgsrule
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Registration: 26 October 2014
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Rain water collection systems by Sitka
I am interested in learning about rain water collection systems in PR. Our house has a flat roof with drain down spouts, that would be easy to plumb into a tank. A tank of large size could provide free water for gray water use , garden, car wash, ...
Sorry to see little response to this.. I am curious as to the legalities of it as well as if anyone may be doing. There are several areas (even statewide now) that it is not legal to do so. A couple cases of Ranchers out west having legal issues, ... Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
Garlic does not necessarily require a cold period. That is why so much is grown in California (specifically Gilroy). It’s a winter crop though. And you are best off using garlic from a hot climate. Seed catalogs are not permitted to send bulbs ... Read More
Capital Gain Tax advice on Puerto Rico Act 20/22 by cram1
Hey Guys, I live in Pennsylvania and I am seriously considering moving to Puerto Rico to take advantage of Act 20/22. One of the main reasons is that I have substantial capital appreciation through my crypto currency holdings. I've just learned ...
Find yourself a 'qualified, trustworthy' tax advisor. Act 20/22 (and a couple others) has pretty much passed it's time. It's like a boat starting to take on water and you're hoping to just go to a higher deck and ride it out for ... Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
I'm basing my comments on this article, which I read a long time ago - https://www.ranchodelicioso.com/growing-garlic-in-the-tropics/Well, the Jury is out on wether or not garlic must go through a cold period. Seems to be much debate on that ... Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
Heh, heh, my style container gardening.. LOL Really, I'm experimenting with different growth styles. Attempting to stay as passive as possible. And no, wifey does not like my re-purposing of containers.. Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
You can grow garlic, but certain varieties do better than others (Which I can't recall right now) and they have to be sprouted in the fridge.In the fridge?? Is that due to higher heat factor? I have garlic growing indoors! Hydroponic! One of ... Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
Great site for ideas! =tomato%7Cautocomplete%7C2&term_meta[]=trellis%7Cautocomplete%7C2&term_meta[]=diy%7Cautocomplete%7C2]trellis Can't seem to make the link work.... Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
I see this thread hasn't gone to far for you. Sorry to see that as I also was hoping to see some more results. I want to hear from those growing in the area how they are. For me I wish to bring my Success's along and make them work ... Read More
Postal service costs by olddawgsrule
Curious.. Is the cost the same to send from PR to the mainland? I'm thinking First Class Flat Rate Package. Then comes in timing.. Mainland is 2-3 Day delivery. USPS operate there? What could I expect from delivery timing? I have an eCommerce ...
Thanks Guy's! I was hoping that was so. Read More
Postal service costs
Curious.. Is the cost the same to send from PR to the mainland? I'm thinking First Class Flat Rate Package. Then comes in timing.. Mainland is 2-3 Day delivery. USPS operate there? What could I expect from delivery timing? I have an eCommerce ... Read More
Back to researching land in PR by olddawgsrule
What I'm noticing on the local sites is this statement of 'strings'... What the heck is 16 strings equal to in acreage? For that matter square feet?
Mark... Someone stated your town as 'high crime area'... Can I get you to comment?? Read More
Back to researching land in PR by olddawgsrule
What I'm noticing on the local sites is this statement of 'strings'... What the heck is 16 strings equal to in acreage? For that matter square feet?
Sadhu charges ~ 3% commission fee for land/property purchases through him. Best bet like somebody else said "boots on the ground" connect and network with locals. Best of luck!As I learned. Have had a few conversations with him. I'm ... Read More
Back to researching land in PR by olddawgsrule
What I'm noticing on the local sites is this statement of 'strings'... What the heck is 16 strings equal to in acreage? For that matter square feet?
Hello all. First ponce is high crime and done recommend that area 2nd i have 3 friends who has a farm and know and can let you know of areas for sale. They are in las marias mountains which is 30 mins from mayaguez university (RUM) Let me ... Read More
Vegetable garden in PR by Sitka
Anyone with experience growing vegetables in containers in PR? What varieties of tomatoes & peppers do well on the island? I recently put shade cloth over the patio, southern exposure, to try and reduce the heat to a point that my tomatoes ...
This is a chart I base temps on. So far it's working well. https://www.gardeningbythemoon.com/vegetable-planting-chart/ I'm experimenting with a self-watering 'wick' style system for contianer growing this year. I'm currently ... Read More
Time Is Here To Buy by mrtibbs
Hello all, So the time is upon us to buy and we will be in Puerto Rico (our home away from home) in a couple of weeks to start looking at properties. Initially, we were going to make a cash purchase but have decided it'd be wiser for our ...
https://www.hud.gov/topics/buying_a_home and (or more direct) https://www.hud.gov/states/puerto_rico_virgin_islands Read More