Frankie1adrian
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Lives in Saint Augustine FL
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Registration: 04 October 2015
San Juan may prohibit short term rentals. by ReyP
Just an FWI. I just saw that there is a proposal in front of the municipality board asking to forbid rentals of properties for less than 90 days. If this passes those that run Airbnb, homeaway and others would be affected. Then again it may not ...
This is happening around the country. Read More
Rental cars in Aguadilla
Try Target or Charlie car rentals. Read More
Bilingual public schools in Puerto Rico
I'm not aware of 100% public bilingual schools. The schools offer a course in English but to my understanding that's it. Read More
Jobs coming to P.R. Some good news.
https://www.elnuevodia.com/english/english/nota/linkactivwillcreate3000jobsontheisland-2400507/ Read More
Airport parking @SJU
Does SJU airport have long term parking? Read More
Shipping company by bugbunkie
To All, There is a company that advertises on the forum for moving and shipping to Puerto Rico. I have contacted them to ship 2 pallets of household items from South Carolina to Puerto Rico. They informed me that they won't ship 1 pallet since ...
We used U-Pack. We used moving companies to load and unload the truck. Read More
Renters Public Liability Insurance by Justpeachyy
Has anyone had to purchase public liability renters insurance? Landlord is asking for 300k minimum. Any info appreciated. Thanks!
My landlord did not require it. Landlord insurance only covers his/hers property and not yours. Read More
taxes for importing our stuff? by dblahusch
I'm wondering how much, if any, folks (from USA) had to pay to pick up their belongings from the shipping container. We are using UPack, and I'm wondering if there is a way to find out what these taxes will be. ...
We just went thru the process. Rey is correct you will pay no taxes on your house hold items. FYI: We used Upack. Read More
Water bill revisited by Gary
I talked to somebody who knows more about water bills than I did and I'd like to share what I learned. Here are the five different charges again and some comments on each: [b]Cargos for agua. [/b]This fee has a fixed part that you have to pay ...
Our first bill was $53.00 for 30days of usage. Family of 2 adults and 1 child. I will know over the next 3 months what our average bill will be. We are using city water and sewer. Read More
Car Shipping Import tax by EricDove
Hey all, A question for those who have shipped cars. I understand that the import tax is based on vehicle value, and that's a value that they assign to it. Unfortunately, the site everyone sends you to where you can plug in your car's ...
My suv a 2011 valued at $15,000.00 according to Kelly blue book value. According to P.R. Import tax it's worth $36,000.00. I paid $5,300.00 in taxes. I did not want to part from it so I sucked it up and paid the tax. Read More
Assisted Living or Board Care by KevAkers
My wife and I are considering moving to Puerto Rico. My mother has Multiple Sclerosis and requires a care facility with 24 hour care. Not necessarily a nursing home but she needs help with dressing, transferring to electric chair, etc. She currently ...
There are assisted living homes on the Island. I've seen signs. I just don't recall the names or where they are located. Read More
Shipping by bugbunkie
Slot of great comments on shipping items to Puerto Rico. I actually have my truck going there based on a recommendation from another member. But nothing on shipping just a pallet of household items. Not a whole house. FedEx and UPS offer shipping, ...
No taxes on personal items. Just on our vechile. Read More
Shipping by bugbunkie
Slot of great comments on shipping items to Puerto Rico. I actually have my truck going there based on a recommendation from another member. But nothing on shipping just a pallet of household items. Not a whole house. FedEx and UPS offer shipping, ...
We used Upack. No issues., Read More
Notary
Where can I find a notary in P.R.? I herd only attorney can. Is that true? Read More
Liberty Cable by TKEDUBS
Does anyone know if FOX news is carried on Liberty Cable. I've been on hold with Liberty trying to get an answer for the past 19 minutes.
We travel all over the Island and have no problems with Verizon. Read More
Liberty Cable by TKEDUBS
Does anyone know if FOX news is carried on Liberty Cable. I've been on hold with Liberty trying to get an answer for the past 19 minutes.
Liberty so far has worked out for us. Was down one weekend. Something about them updating the system. You can request a English speaking customer service agent. Their customer service has been great. Read More
moving furniture from mainland by Jyee
Iknow its pricey but have any of you priced it out ? wondering what an average price looks like? we also own a 1957 chevy that we want to bring but cant find any info on the TAX that well have to pay for it, were wondering how they determine the ...
We used Upack. It was $6,200.00. That's for a four bedroom house. We shipped from Jacksonville, FL. Read More
Anyone want to start a Facebook group? by Karenqc
So...we have a handful of Rincon FB pages (the main one with 10k+!!) but nothing island wide. I'm noticing more and more of you gringos moving over here and thought maybe we should produce something. I can help maintain it, but I don't want ...
Thanks for setting up the group. Read More
Anyone want to start a Facebook group? by Karenqc
So...we have a handful of Rincon FB pages (the main one with 10k+!!) but nothing island wide. I'm noticing more and more of you gringos moving over here and thought maybe we should produce something. I can help maintain it, but I don't want ...
Rey, One of the groups I belong to the post have to be approved before they are posted. Not sure if you have considered that. Read More
Midnight Changes by ReyP
At midnight trafic tickets will double and some may go even higher. Also services to drivers will go up, I assume these are driver licenses, ID cards, and related items by the DMV.. The cost of living of Hawaii may be coming PR way.
Mother in law saw on the news some tickets can be up to $1000.00. Ouch. Read More
Health Insurance
Anyone on the island that has chosen a health insurance already? If so can you provide the company name. I hear Triple S suppose to be a good provider and accepted pretty much every where on the island.? Read More
Safest areas between San Juan and Dorado? by AntonioRazo
It seems I will be moving with my family to PR, work will be in Dorado but we need to live close to San Juan. Any areas that we should avoid? The house needs to be outside the downtown area but close enough for my wife to drive to the Natatorium in ...
Gated communities are by far safer. They may not deter all crime but it does help. It was simply a suggestion. Read More
Safest areas between San Juan and Dorado? by AntonioRazo
It seems I will be moving with my family to PR, work will be in Dorado but we need to live close to San Juan. Any areas that we should avoid? The house needs to be outside the downtown area but close enough for my wife to drive to the Natatorium in ...
Check out Bayamon. I would recommend a gated community any where you live. Read More
Tourism ad for Puerto Rico by Gary
Warning! Some language that may be considered not appropriate by some and also maybe the video is not suitable for Act 20/22 expats. But for the rest of us enjoy the satire. (although there's a lot of truth in it...) "The US Government ...
Lot a truth. Funny but sad at the same time. Read More
Watch Fireworks 4th July
Thanks for the sharing. Hopefully the government continues down this path. Read More
Watch Fireworks 4th July
Of course on TV. Makes sense why the government would not waste money on fireworks when it needs money. :) Read More
Watch Fireworks 4th July
Hello Every, Anyone know where we can go and watch the fireworks? We are in the Dorado area. Thank you. Read More
Anyone want to start a Facebook group? by Karenqc
So...we have a handful of Rincon FB pages (the main one with 10k+!!) but nothing island wide. I'm noticing more and more of you gringos moving over here and thought maybe we should produce something. I can help maintain it, but I don't want ...
I like "Expats in Puerto Rico" Read More
Advice on renting house in PR by ravenmickey
Hello all, Next month we find out if we will be able to make the move to PR. We are getting all of our coquis in a row if things go our way. Initially, we intended on buying first but I think it would be less chaotic if we rent for the year ...
I sent you a PM. Read More
Connecting Unilities Process by Frankie1adrian
Seamless process. Water & Light connections: Both require a deposit. Water $75.00 and Lights $150.00. Not sure if they were using average bill amounts from the pervious renters/owners. You will need to show your Driver License and social ...
It was a typo. SORRY! Read More
Shipping and registering your car in Puerto Rico
Here is an article that might be helpful to anyone who is looking to relocate to Puerto Rico ... Read More
Connecting Unilities Process
Seamless process. Water & Light connections: Both require a deposit. Water $75.00 and Lights $150.00. Not sure if they were using average bill amounts from the pervious renters/owners. You will need to show your Driver License and social ... Read More
Playdates anyone with children? by deotoole
Hola tod@s, My name is Dan O'Toole, and me, my wife, and my 2-year old have recently moved to Rio Grande. We are looking for some folks with young children who might be interested in play dates. We are willing to travel anywhere between San Juan ...
We have a 4 year old daughter. We will be moving to the Island June 3rd, Looking for play dates. Going to be living in the Bayamon/Dorado area. You can find us on facebook Adrian Frankie. Read More
News about the economy by ReyP
I will be posting news that affect the economy of Puerto Rico. You are welcome to comment but keep it civil.
Rey, Please don't stop posting about the news. It's important to this forum, I believe most will agree. 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 ...
https://siscon.hacienda.gobierno.pr/Siscon/Portal/ARBAW951Form.aspx This link will take you to the Department of De Hacienda . It will tell you what your import tax will be. Read More
Trash Pickup by ReyP
The government of Guayanilla is proposing selling trash bags 30 Gallon ones) at $2 dollars each. They would have a bar code to ensure that the bags are authorized. Other towns may decide to emulate them due to the simplicity of the process. If ...
I can see trash piling up. Not a good situation. Read More
GLBT Members
Thanks for the pointers. Also not looking for a personal relationship, Have a few contacts already from this post. :) Read More
GLBT Members
Any GLBT members in the forum? If you don't mind can you PM me. Just want to connect. Read More
How Puerto Rico Lost Its Home-Grown Food, But Might Find It Again
Good read. I always wonder why P.R. did not grow more food. So much land and great weather. Would be nice to see this work. http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2017/05/13/527934047/how-puerto-rico-lost-its-home-grown-food-but-might-find-it-again Read More
Need a shipping Co from Maine
We are using Upack for the household items. Read More
Making recommendations by ReyP
If you know of a business or person that provides a service that other members could use. Please make an entry in this page. It will remain available long after the particular subject becomes old and it is archived. This way your recommendation will ...
Rey, Their best option would be to check what the requirements are when it comes to wire transfers. I worked in the banking field for 20 plus years and the customer always had to be in person. Another example the bank I use requires me to be in ... Read More
Making recommendations by ReyP
If you know of a business or person that provides a service that other members could use. Please make an entry in this page. It will remain available long after the particular subject becomes old and it is archived. This way your recommendation will ...
Rey, Most banks you have to be in person to request the wire. :) Read More
Making recommendations by ReyP
If you know of a business or person that provides a service that other members could use. Please make an entry in this page. It will remain available long after the particular subject becomes old and it is archived. This way your recommendation will ...
When you state you transfer money from one bank to another does that mean you have to do that with in the same Bank or is it two different banks? Read More
Helpful website
Hopefully I can post. Great website. Very helpful. Spells out a lot of things. http://newtopuertorico.com/ Read More
Health Insurance Questions
I have a medical condition. My doctor has agreed to see me via skype from the states. :) Read More
Health Insurance Questions
Hello Everyone, What are you doing for insurance for those that are on the Island? If we use our current insurance it would be considered out of pocket. The only insurance company I found for coverage on the island is Cigna Global. They have ... Read More
Moving to PR in less than 30 days by leela007
Hi With less than 30 days to go I am extremely nervous as is, then taking the current situation going on there has my blood pressure rising.. HELP..... Any advice?????
We also will be moving to the Island less than 30 days. Nervous about getting the cars registered, shipping the dogs, etc. Looks like we will be living in Dorado for now. We have a four daughter. Read More
Shipping a Financed Vehicle? by chrishamrick103
Trying to decide on what car to get. Anyone ever send a financed vehicle to PR? I could imagine sending a leased one would not be OK because you have to return the vehicle. But what about a financed car? I don't see why this would be a problem, ...
Mimi, Can you tell me what shipper you used? We are using U-Pack. Thanks, Frankie Read More
Shipping a Financed Vehicle? by chrishamrick103
Trying to decide on what car to get. Anyone ever send a financed vehicle to PR? I could imagine sending a leased one would not be OK because you have to return the vehicle. But what about a financed car? I don't see why this would be a problem, ...
Rey, We are using U-Pack, We have a moving company coming to load the truck for us. They said it will take about 10-12 business days for the shipment to arrive. For the car transport we are using Puerto Rico Car Transport. Read More
Shipping a Financed Vehicle? by chrishamrick103
Trying to decide on what car to get. Anyone ever send a financed vehicle to PR? I could imagine sending a leased one would not be OK because you have to return the vehicle. But what about a financed car? I don't see why this would be a problem, ...
Mimi, Do you mind sharing what year your vehicle is? The reason why I ask when we went in person ours matched the online calculator. Hoping we can the same break you did. :) Read More
Pain management doctors by Gtlkritz
Is it hard to find English speaking pain management doctors? i am totally disabled and am on several pain medications. I have heard the pharmacies will not fill a narcotic medication prescribed in the US. If I want to stay in PR more than a month ...
I will be relocating to the Island in June . Why I don't need pain management. I do need other medical attention. My doctor has agreed to see me via Skype. My medications will be shipped from Canada. Not sure if this can be done for you, but it ... Read More
Looking to rent a home in the Bayamon and surrounding areas.
Thanks Rey. Why, I understand about the size of a homes and also been on that website. Never hurts to ask on here. If anyone on the Island can be assistance. Thanks in advance. Read More
Looking to rent a home in the Bayamon and surrounding areas.
Looking to rent a 3+bedroom home in the Bayamon and surrounding areas. We are a family of 3 with 2 small dogs. Preferred a gated community. Will be on the Island June 03. Read More
Car Insurance by afbr2000
Hello Everyone, What car insurance are you with and can you provide your agents contact information?
Thank you for the information. It helps when someone on the Island and has information. Read More
Import tax for you vehicle
We were on the Island a few weeks ago and went to the Department of De Hacienda to verify the import tax on our vehicles and the on line calculator is correct. We were hoping it was not and out dated but it's correct. The tax is high. It does ... Read More
Car Insurance by afbr2000
Hello Everyone, What car insurance are you with and can you provide your agents contact information?
We are moving to the Island this summer and did research and we are please with MAPFRE rates. Very comparable to the states. Read More
Car Insurance by afbr2000
Hello Everyone, What car insurance are you with and can you provide your agents contact information?
Can someone on the island help in this area? Please. Read More
Looking for single Home to Rent by afbr2000
Looking for 3+bedoom/2 full bath single home to rent. Preferred in a gated community in Dorado, Bayamon, Ocean park or possibly Humacao. 2 adults and 2 small dogs. Need to start lease or month to month contract June 01, 2017.
Having family on the island a blessing. Temp housing not need it. Read More
Car Insurance by afbr2000
Hello Everyone, What car insurance are you with and can you provide your agents contact information?
Do you recommend any companies or how do I find them? Google not help full. Read More