@BrianTX
American expat in Puerto Rico
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Registration: 04 April 2016
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Living in Puerto Rico by b344
I have some questions about moving to and living in Puerto Rico. Ideally, I'd like to live in Europe, but it's so difficult to immigrate there as an American. So if moving to Europe doesn't work out, I'd like to move to Puerto Rico since I won't ...
I can also recommend Duolingo (an app) and Collins Learn Spanish with Paul Noble on Audible. Both were helpful to me Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
Hi Evelyn, thank you so much! Really means a lot that you enjoyed the read and it may be of some help. 3 weeks, wow that's great! If you could send me a PM with specific work that needs to be done on your home, I can recommend people that we ... Read More
the % tax imposed on Hybrid by sesily
Hi everyone, I have one question: Specific model-Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid - it is a “Plug-in Hybrid” (different from typical hybrid). What would be the % tax imposed on it? Whom should I contact for more details? Thank you ! Sesily
This link will show you charging stations here in PR https://chargehub.com/en/countries/puerto-rico.html Read More
the % tax imposed on Hybrid by sesily
Hi everyone, I have one question: Specific model-Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid - it is a “Plug-in Hybrid” (different from typical hybrid). What would be the % tax imposed on it? Whom should I contact for more details? Thank you ! Sesily
We have an electric car that we keep in Texas to use while we are there. You can plug it right into any electrical outlet. Ours has a little converter that we purchased in Home Depot. You can also have an electrician on the island install big one ... Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
Hi SandyBeachBum! It is with pleasure that I can share our experience in hopes that it might help someone along the way. I am not too familiar living on that part of the island. I know ReyP is in Fajardo and might be able to shed some light for ... Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
Cheers Michael. Really glad you enjoyed the read. Those are great areas to live & pretty close to where we live so we are familiar with them. Let me know when you are ready and I'm happy to help wherever I can Brian Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
It sure is...over 2 hours but we typically just spend a night or 2 on the boat to break up the drive. I joined the FB group yesterday so I will let you know when we will be in Fajardo next Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
Update: Marina & I have been in Puerto Rico for almost 3 years. We still love PR and all it has to offer. We have learned so much since our arrival & feel that we know our way around PR life much better now. We were here during hurricane ... Read More
Looking for FDIC protected bank in PR by Shantinath1000
Hello all, I am looking for a bank that offers FDIC protection for deposits. I know that not all PR banks do and hoped for recommendations. thanks, Shantinath1000
Found this on Reuters: The 5 FDIC insured PR banks are: Banco Popular de Puerto Rico Banco Santander Puerto Rico First Bank Puerto Rico Oriental Bank Scotiabank de Puerto Rico Brian Read More
what to bring by laalinda
What are some things that you moved to PR that maybe you really didn't need? Should I bring my furniture or just buy when I get there? Small appliances- toaster, blender, crockpot? dishes? linens? As well, what are things you wish you took with ...
As someone else also pointed out, if it is expensive, I would bring it. Mainly because if you try to sell it before you move, you won't get much. As we all know, used furniture doesn't have a good ROI There are also certain styles & ... Read More
Newbie. Tell me everything you know. by CoffeeCrew
Hi all! I'm new here but I'm also a sponge. Fill me with info and let me soak it up. Just returned from a trip to PR and I'm ready to make the leap into an investment property. Any general, get-your-ducks-in-a-row type of advice is ...
I am by far no expert as I have only lived in PR for almost 3 years but I would definitely suggest going with short term only as you mentioned. From my understanding, it is very difficult to get non paying, long term renters out of a property here ... Read More
Rincon? San Juan? Opinions? by Dizzyelf
Hello, We are planning on moving to PR in September. I’m having a hard time narrowing down possible cities to move. We are in love with the whole island. I thought maybe you guys could help. Spanish isn’t a problem as I’m fluent. ...
Rincon & Palmas are really nice but tend to be more expensive so if you need to more stringent on how much you pay, that might be a challenge. Based on your comments, I would recommend seeing if you like any of these cities: Aguadilla, ... Read More
We are looking into buying in the Isabela area by laalinda
Hi! I just signed up myself today. My husband and I are looking into buying in the Isabela area and are finding out the ups and downs of hunting down an agent. We have been pre-approved and now trying to get agents to return our calls, ugh!! good ...
Welcome! We purchased right next door to Isabela in Quebradillas almost 3 years ago. We did a lot of renovations over the first 2 years. If you have the time & patience, building is always better because you are able to personalize your home. ... Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
Hi Leslie. Thank you, it was a pleasure. Hopefully our experiences can help someone at some point. Yes, Rincon will typically be more expensive than other cities on the West side of the island. I would recommend making a trip to PR at some point ... Read More
Our experience in purchasing a home in beautiful Puerto Rico. by BrianTX
Here's the story: My wife and I put our home in Texas on the market in February of 2016. After lots of discussion, we (which means my beautiful wife) decided that it was just too far from everything. We live out in the country and even to go ...
You are very welcome. My goal was to hopefully help in some way by sharing our experiences Read More