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Deedee40589

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Registration: 14 September 2023

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Deedee40589 replied to a thread
11 months ago
taryna

Renovating a house in PR by taryna

Hi everyone! I am back on here. We went to PR in November and even though we got rained on just about every day we still loved it and are now considering buying our vacation home there. I've stalked Zillow and Points2Homes for weeks and have ...

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@fredicastro Hi, can you share the name of your roofer? We need to re do a roof for my mother in laws home in Caguas, GRACIAS! Read More

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11 months ago
Livlynet

How dangerous is living in Dorado? by Livlynet

Looking to move to PR but ive been robbed in the past in san juan. i wonder if its gotten any better and how safe or unsafe it is these days to relocate with my kids

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@techdispatch LOVE your response to this question! Unfortunately, these types of crimes can happen in any big city in America or the world for that matter. Happy to hear you are enjoying life in PR and we can't wait to do the same. Surprisingly I ... Read More

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11 months ago
judyvillacis

Prefab homes by judyvillacis

Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...

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@verrer sent you a message, we actually have not started building yet. Read More

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last year
judyvillacis

Prefab homes by judyvillacis

Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...

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@judyvillacis That's great news! Cant wait to see some pictures Read More

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last year
GuestPoster59009

Building in Puerto Rico by GuestPoster59009

Good Day, Thank you in advance for your helpful information. My wife and I are wanting to build our forever retirement home. We have purchased a lot and looking to start the process with an architect/engineer. We interviewed the first engineer over ...

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@shapeyoursuccess Any updates? We are also building in Cabo Rojo. Read More

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last year
NobodyCares

Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares

Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...

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@NobodyCares Hi, did you ever get this VA construction loan? Read More

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last year
NobodyCares

Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares

Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...

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@lauriabarca I know this was a few years ago but how did this turn out? We are about to BEGIN this process so I'm looking for any info, insight on this, thanks so much! Hope all turned out great! Read More

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last year
Julien

New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

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@Guest7835 Any updates on your building process? We hope to start early next year. Read More

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last year
Julien

New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

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@shapeyoursuccess How is the building process going? We are also building in Cabo Rojo in Miradero. Any insight, tips, contractor suggestions are GREATLY APPRECIATED! Havent been able to make any progress with finding someone to build the house ... Read More

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last year
Allison04

Pros and cons of moving to PR with kids by Allison04

Hi! My husband and I are considering a move to PR in the summer. We have two kids ages 7 and 10. I was wondering if anyone had any feedback/advice on the pros and cons of moving to PR with kids. My biggest concerns are the schools, safety and ...

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@marathomama I LOVE this response! Read More

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last year
Julien

New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

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@fincanuevacreacion Love your story! Glad you are enjoying your home! Can't wait to get back there......we will be building in Cabo Rojo and came here looking to get insight on the process. Saludos!! Read More

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last year
judyvillacis

Prefab homes by judyvillacis

Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...

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Hi @judyvillacis! Curious to know how things have been since you last posted? We're about 2 stages behind you in the process. We also went with Casas Mi Anhelo but are building in CABO ROJO. Have you had any progress?THANKS!! We will be ... Read More

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last year
wondering9

Housing question by wondering9

I hope to move to Puerto Rico in February and I’m trying to make a plan for short-term housing while I look around for a longer-term rental. In my dreams I would love to find (1) an apartment on a 3- to 6-month lease which, while expensive, ...

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Having lived there for many years in the past and currently in the process of returning that price range is definitely doable! Read More

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last year
drew2k14

Trucking in PR? Banking in PR? by drew2k14

Hey everyone, I'm new to the forum so forgive me if this has already been answered. I've been a long haul truck driver in the continental US for 3 years. I'm a US citizen and I hold an Oregon Class A Commercial Driver License. I was wondering how ...

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Recently found out that Banco Popular US branches and PR branches DO NOT communicate internally. Not sure about the other banks Read More