frogface
American expat in Puerto Rico
Forum posts
30
About me
American
Lives in mayaguez
Registration: 30 July 2015
Lawyer for a Closing by edibxgrl
I need a lawyer for my closing ASAP! Will you recommend one in or close to Cabo Rojo? Thank you!
Smart move. I closed on two properties with just the realtor. My wife passed, her will is contested, and it is a horrible mess. I dont know of a good lawyer on the island, but be very careful, I'm told they are mostly corrupt, which is no ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico by frogface
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ...
It gets better, Mermaid (love your handle) Did the neighbors see this theft taking place? Reason is, we were young and had a place in Texas. Nosy neighbors, right next to us. peeking out the windows. Once we were away a couple of days an the ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico by frogface
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ...
I am only trying to get information to folks coming to live in Puerto Rico. The dark side of the island. We never lived in town, so I don't know how it is, but I assume it is secure in the gated places, neighbors next door, or in the Gringo ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico by frogface
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ...
Why don't I leave the island? No where to go. 75 years old. It is our final home. All we had. Nothing in the states. We put every cent into it. No money to start over. I am just sitting in the empty house with wife's ashes, staying drunk ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico by frogface
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ...
For the incoming expats who have never lived on the Island, helpful info and hints: Is only my opinion from my experience and consciousness I only know the west coast and the nearby mountains. I lived there in the mountains for nearly five years and ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico by frogface
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ...
Yes, new expats. Do your homework. I see most of the expats here who have had no trouble are townies. Gated communities, close neighbors. Gringo bubbles like Rincon. Chose the place like this and you should be fine. But I am a farmer. We ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico by frogface
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ...
Five years on the island. So many things. I just want to keep new expats from making my mistakes. The folks here that have had no trouble are mostly townies. They live in gated places, or in town with close neighbors or a gringo bubble like Rincon. ... Read More
Security bars and windows by Mreds
Hello, my husband and I desire to move to Rincon, really love the area and the vibe. We are looking at homes this week. We are from Los Angeles and are also sailors, this year cruising down Baja pacific coast. I鈥檓 am wondering about all the ...
About 8 km up the hill from Mayaguez. A farm, 18 beautiful acres, house 4br, 3 bath, drip irrigation, full detached garage, two 300 gallon water tanks. All appliances, washer, dryer, freezer. plantains, mangoes, breadfruit, pinapples, bananas, dream ... Read More
Theft and corruption in Puerto Rico
This question is NOT meant to criticize the wonderful, warm folks of of Puerto Rico.Have you experienced Theft and Corruption on the island? Perhaps perspective expats can read them and be better informed of reality.. Do you have any stories to ... Read More
Security bars and windows by Mreds
Hello, my husband and I desire to move to Rincon, really love the area and the vibe. We are looking at homes this week. We are from Los Angeles and are also sailors, this year cruising down Baja pacific coast. I鈥檓 am wondering about all the ...
In Mayaguez, I have seen Mr. Special delivery cars all around the city and way up in the mountains. Just hope you don't get behind one there. They creep along taking all the time they can, Ice Cream be dammed. Guess I don't blame them. Read More
Security bars and windows by Mreds
Hello, my husband and I desire to move to Rincon, really love the area and the vibe. We are looking at homes this week. We are from Los Angeles and are also sailors, this year cruising down Baja pacific coast. I鈥檓 am wondering about all the ...
I'm sure you know after a while, Rincon is in a bubble. Theft and corruption are a way of life in Puerto Rico. From the Governor on down. Is a shame but its survival. I don't go out the door unarmed. Read More
Security bars and windows by Mreds
Hello, my husband and I desire to move to Rincon, really love the area and the vibe. We are looking at homes this week. We are from Los Angeles and are also sailors, this year cruising down Baja pacific coast. I鈥檓 am wondering about all the ...
I'm sure you know after a while, Rincon is in a bubble. Theft and corruption are a way of life in Puerto Rico. From the Governor on down. Is a shame but its survival. I don't go out the door unarmed. Read More
Security bars and windows by Mreds
Hello, my husband and I desire to move to Rincon, really love the area and the vibe. We are looking at homes this week. We are from Los Angeles and are also sailors, this year cruising down Baja pacific coast. I鈥檓 am wondering about all the ...
The kind neighbor was in on it. I introduced myself, and he seemed very nice. As soon as the Gringo took 2 weeks away to close the sale, He told the contractor with the big truck.. How do I know? I could never reach the contractor again. Second, ... Read More
Getting contractors by mercadoreidkimberly
Hi my name is Kimberly, my husband and I just purchased a small home on the east side of PR, we are looking forward to moving out there once the home is fixed. We had so many issues getting contractors to come see the home and the prices to fix our ...
Hi Kimberly, Just beware there are many contractors with fake "license's " and "Certificates". Also, never pay them in advance. Keep a list of your things, and check this before they leave. Never go off and leave your ... Read More
Security bars and windows by Mreds
Hello, my husband and I desire to move to Rincon, really love the area and the vibe. We are looking at homes this week. We are from Los Angeles and are also sailors, this year cruising down Baja pacific coast. I鈥檓 am wondering about all the ...
All I know is my experience. We were in process of buying a nice country house off the road . Barred windows did not slow them down. Must have known wed be moving in, so they struck quickly. These items were taken: all windows, all screens, all ... Read More
before you sign for a home!
Before you sign to rent or buy in Puerto Rico, I have one tidbit of info for you, and this is the voice of experience. Beware of a home on a blind curve! Why? Because here, drivers honk on blind curves as a warning. Buses, trucks with air horns, ... Read More
Sam's club mayguez store issue
Just thought I would give my forum friends a heads up about mayaguez Sam's club store policy I find unusual. recently, while shopping I dropped my $ 4000.00 hearing aid. the battery went out and put it in my shirt pocket, which was dumb, as when ... Read More
Container shipping from Florida US by luis.grace
Hello again, Trying to make a quick decision whether to buy all of our household items when we arrive in San Juan or to pay for container shipping from FL. Anyone have any round about prices they paid to ship a 20' container from the US?! Need ...
Good advice. Thanks very much my grandson has a truck & trailer in nova, and i have a truck & trailer in pr. we can coordinate to try an make it one pickup and delivery. I appreciate the advice! Read More
Container shipping from Florida US by luis.grace
Hello again, Trying to make a quick decision whether to buy all of our household items when we arrive in San Juan or to pay for container shipping from FL. Anyone have any round about prices they paid to ship a 20' container from the US?! Need ...
Suzzane1245. Hi! Sharing a shipping container from NoVA sounds like a real plan! our stuff is in storage , so we are flexible on the date. I would like you and my wife to talk about it. How is the best way to communicate? ill check for your reply ... Read More
How can I get into Hot Water? by Sitka
Hi We need to install a hot water heater in our place for shower, sinks, DW, etc.. What is recommended by folks in the know?? I know electric rates are sky high and most likely going up. Propane is an option, (is natural gas available anywhere ...
My house never had hot water. not even plumbing for it. I was told by the locals, this is Puerto Rico. Hot water for dish and clothes washing is heated on the stove. Cold showers are the norm. Well, true the water, is not cold like Minnesota, and I ... Read More
How can I get into Hot Water? by Sitka
Hi We need to install a hot water heater in our place for shower, sinks, DW, etc.. What is recommended by folks in the know?? I know electric rates are sky high and most likely going up. Propane is an option, (is natural gas available anywhere ...
My house never had hot water. not even plumbing for it. I was told by the locals, this is Puerto Rico. Hot water for dish and clothes washing is heated on the stove. Cold showers are the norm. Well, true the water, is not cold like Minnesota, and I ... Read More
filing tax return in PR by davidtx
Hello. I have a quick question: Is it reasonable to file your own taxes in PR or do you need a CPA? I've always done my taxes myself in the US using TurboTax. I'm just wondering if it's reasonable to also DIY in Puerto ...
Each to his own of course, but I moved lock stock and barrel down here, and am now exempt from federal taxes. If we become a state, that will change. Perhaps it should. Get the Island out of the hole, that and move more boomers down here, who, ... Read More
Potential move, economy & work concerns by purplesugar
HI everyone. I am new to this forum and this is my first post. I am born and raised in Minnesota and still live here now. My SO and I are interested in making a big life change in a few years: moving far, far away! After researching dozens of ...
What area of Puerto Rico are you moving to? Lufthansa tech is moving to Aguadilla, you can Google for more info. Medical coding is a good skill, there are lot of Drs, whom can benefit from your services, and sure you can work from home. Yeah, ... Read More
Container shipping from Florida US by luis.grace
Hello again, Trying to make a quick decision whether to buy all of our household items when we arrive in San Juan or to pay for container shipping from FL. Anyone have any round about prices they paid to ship a 20' container from the US?! Need ...
Anyone move from the Northern Virginia area? Im told there is an "inland Port" over in Warren county. Any information on shipping household goods from Around the DC area? I have all my household in two storage rooms for 10 months now. with ... Read More