New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022

Julien · 2022-01-04T08:52:39+01:00

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 expat projects in Puerto Rico if you are planning to move there. It will enable us to help you better but above all to wish you a warm welcome. Welcome on board!

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Veronique Da Silva Team

Member since 02 February 2017

Veronique Da SilvaTeam05 June 2022 10:21:47

#41

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Hi Peter,

and welcome to expat.com! Please feel free to share tips and information about life in Puerto Rico whenever you want

Vero

Expat.com team

ny7repair Member

Member since 12 March 2022

ny7repairMember06 June 2022 19:11:56

#42

Hi, Peter I own property in Manati. Can you share the contractors you used? Thanks, Ken

ny7repair Member

Member since 12 March 2022

ny7repairMember28 July 2022 00:44:36

#43

@plmonterey Hi, I will be building a home soon in Manati. If you can refer any Contactors or builders

I would appreciate it. Thanks, Ken

Bhavna Team

Member since 01 June 2015

BhavnaTeam28 July 2022 03:21:09

#44

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Hello everyone,

@ ny7repair, this is the new members thread and it is solely meant for introduction of members.

Should you need any info, please create a new thread on the Puerto Rico forum.

Thanks in advance,

Bhavna

Anthony Segarra Member

Member since 01 July 2022

Anthony SegarraMember28 July 2022 14:38:25

#45

What's up everyone,

My name is Anthony. I was born and raised in Pennsylvania to parents born in Puerto Rico but were raised in Pennsylvania. I have always loved the island as we always would go there for vacation and to visit family when I was younger. Now as a 34 yr old adult I go every year for vacation and to visit family with my wife and two kids. My wife Sandra was born and raised in San Sebastian and moved to Pennsylvania when she was 18. The island has won me over and we have seriously been planning on a move in the next 2 years or less if we can. We are fortunate that my father in law, who lives here in PA, will let us live in his home rent free to let us get situated with everything and find work. My only concern is my children, 5 & 7, speak very little Spanish. They understand it completely, as my wife does not speak English. But I am sure they will adapt since they are young enough. We are very excited for this change, and really hope we can make everything work to have a great life and raise our kids.

diamonds27 New member

Member since 30 July 2022

diamonds27New member15 August 2022 13:00:14

#46

Hello everyone - we just purchased two pieces of land (site unseen) in Palmas and Naguabo. We would like to build on both and hopefully live in one (Naguabo) and Airbnb the other (Palmas).

Does anyone have any good recommendations for builders, modular homes contractors, architects, etc on the east side of the island?

We are looking forward to the day where we can leave NJ and live on the island full time!

fortguise0x Member

Member since 27 August 2022

fortguise0xMember27 August 2022 16:58:28

#47

Hello everyone, my name is Anthony! Just recently my family and I came to visit Puerto Rico for a week, and we fell in love with it within days. We currently reside in Florida and are looking for a lifestyle change, and Puerto Rico has come up in our list of places to relocate to. My fiancé and I already speak basic Spanish, and have already discussed what comes with a lifestyle change such as this, but our children, 3 1/2 and 1 1/2, are our biggest concerns. Any advice, feedback or knowledge on living in Puerto Rico, working there, the education, anything that anyone can give would be greatly appreciated!!! Thank you for reading!

Ordep1957 New member

Member since 19 September 2022

Ordep1957New member19 September 2022 17:04:24

#48

@Julien what's up mi jente. Presently reside in Florida, retired, looking to build a home in Boqueron, which is where I hv a quarter acre. I've just started this process. Looking at casa bella, various cooperatives and other avenues to get my feet wet in understanding the process. Got some good leads from this forum. Thx!

athenahinkhouse Member

Member since 29 August 2022

athenahinkhouseMember20 September 2022 12:20:03

#49

@fortguise0x Welcome! We spend a lot of time on the island and live in Texas. Our kids are older than yours. They have learned to surf and prefer PR to any other vacation destination. The public schools in Puerto Rico are underfunded. Most mainlanders send their kids to private schools or homeschool. The private schools in Puerto Rico cost half as much as the ones in Dallas. I recommend spending time all over the island before making any decisions. It's a wonderful place! We plan to retire in Isabela.

Sitka Serial expat

Member since 07 October 2015

SitkaSerial expat20 October 2022 19:22:29

#50

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@deniseparkson

hi Denise, I see you are in Arecibo, we are close to you in Hatillo. Contact me if you wish to meet some gringos in the area.

sitka.

sanchbm New member

Member since 11 October 2022

sanchbmNew member01 November 2022 22:31:03

#51

I am Bet Sanchez. Recent newcomer to the island. One month living in Dorado Puerto Rico. Bi-lingual. Exciting and scarry at the same time. Thanks for having me!

Bhavna Team

Member since 01 June 2015

BhavnaTeam02 November 2022 04:18:07

#52

40551

Welcome on board, Bet Sanchez !

Wish you all the very best in your new adventure and on the forum as well !

Bhavna

Julien Founder

Member since 11 March 2005

17 years of happy life abroad

JulienFounder04 January 2023 05:24:36

#53

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Hi,

I invite you to follow this topic on this new thread: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=1013063

Thanks!

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