@PattiAnn
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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American
Lives in San Juan
Registration: 06 December 2016
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All about taxes for expats in Puerto Rico by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Puerto Rico. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation ...
*** This cpa handled My returns Read More
Streaming TV by PattiAnn
I’ve always been able to stream tv from my provider in CT (Comcast) usung their app to sling box . Just the other day it all stopped and I’m being told I cannot stream outside of mainland. This seems to be true with HUlu; direct tv now, ...
The technology is outpacing my ability to deal with it. You can stream on demand content. But you cannot stream live tv, which many stream companies now provide. FCC thing that it’s only allowed in mainland... Read More
Streaming TV
I’ve always been able to stream tv from my provider in CT (Comcast) usung their app to sling box . Just the other day it all stopped and I’m being told I cannot stream outside of mainland. This seems to be true with HUlu; direct tv now, ... Read More
Disease in Puerto Rico by Sitka
Just read a report of an outbreak of leptospirosis has claimed four lives. Typically associated with drinking or exposure to contaminated water. This health hazard may grow rapidly if unchecked. also YouTube has a ...
I’ve been following, and I’m confused. There was a report that AAA 64% has potable water. Then I see boil order, then I see infected people drank from a stream Is tap water safe? Read More
Act 20/Act 22 by Aharkness
Anyone on here living in PR with Act 20 or Act 22 status?
Met someone from CA; they're being audited. Read More
Act 20/Act 22 by Aharkness
Anyone on here living in PR with Act 20 or Act 22 status?
I anxious for information as well. I spend 6-8 months in Condado, and the rest in CT. I need good tax advice. Please share and contact info for CPA's etc. Read More
How to bring your car to Puerto Rico by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Puerto Rico, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the ...
What is Department of Habitation Read More
shipping my car from the states to PR?
Does anyone have advice or questimates $$? Read More
Any GOOD Attorney's? by chrishamrick103
Does anyone know of a good attorney? I'm about done with PR, I really am. Stress, stress and more stress since we got here. Many of you know how my landlord has ripped us off and we haven't had any luck finding at least a 4 bedroom that ...
Regarding my recommendation... he gave us very good advice, and notarized a couple of documents, spent 40 minutes with us; charged us 40$ for notiary services.... but not for advice. So I'm sure you can ask for consultation. He is no nonsense ... Read More
Any GOOD Attorney's? by chrishamrick103
Does anyone know of a good attorney? I'm about done with PR, I really am. Stress, stress and more stress since we got here. Many of you know how my landlord has ripped us off and we haven't had any luck finding at least a 4 bedroom that ...
I had an excellent experience with Carlos L. Gonzalez-Reyes. 787-792-9070 #1010 Roosevelt Ave 00920 near big mall. Read More
Taxes by PattiAnn
This act 20/22... I am dizzy trying to figure it out. I have 2 homes. PR and CT. CT is taxed to death! We are reitired. Our income is from retirement savings and investments. No salaries. If I lived here how is that income taxed? Technically my ...
Thank you! But "no taxation without representation"; so if my permanent address is PR.... ??? This is so hard b/c US cpa's know 0 re: PR. Read More
Taxes
This act 20/22... I am dizzy trying to figure it out. I have 2 homes. PR and CT. CT is taxed to death! We are reitired. Our income is from retirement savings and investments. No salaries. If I lived here how is that income taxed? Technically my ... Read More
I love Puerto Rico but just feel very isolated and lonely by tpritty
Hi everyone, I've lived in Guaynabo for a year now. I love Puerto Rico but just feel very isolated and lonely, more so because of my nonexistent Spanish speaking skills. I'm a social butterfly, so my inability to communicate adequately has ...
download meetups app to your phone. Look for groups with similar interests. If you have a hobby or sport... go where they are and introduce yourself. I've been "adopted" by many welcoming people and I do t speak Spanish! Also I think ... Read More
Learning Spanish by Nicole312
Hello, Which program is better to learn Spanish Duolingo or Rosetta Stone or something else? Thank you
Eager to see your replies! I rely on google translator app. Slowly I'll learning repeat word. I doubt I will ever understand spoken language... too fast Read More
Moped/scooter
I'm in San Juan area. I don't want a car! A scooter or moped would be great. Does anyone know the Laws regarding use of these? More important... where to get one. I've done internet search and come up empty. Read More