hturner12
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
Forum posts
77
About me
American
Lives in Not sure
Speaks English and a very small amount of Spanish but trying to learn more.
Registration: 09 August 2016
Visiting before moving
For us it just did not feel right. The heat for one thing even though we are from Ga it differant down here. The expense like food. Lexie made the comment that if we had considered this at an earlier stage in life before the back problems, where ... Read More
Visiting before moving
I highly recommend that before anyone considers moving that you do as we did come down and stay in the non tourist area but instead in a regular section. I am glad we did as we have realized it a a beautiful place to visit , but we could not ... Read More
Anybody in Fajardo ? let's meet!
We are staying in Fajardo till the 21st. Would love to meet anybody else here. We are staying across from LA Estaction Read More
3 Months After Leaving PR by chrishamrick103
It's been a while since I've posted here. But back in April my wife and I decided we would move to PR. At the time, it was 4 of us, and we were looking for a 3 bedroom condo due to the easy maintenance. So after I returned, we decided we ...
This house had a pool once a house with a pool now may be a deal breaker Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
If I were in an HOA there is no way I would be painting my truck in the backyard in a makeshift paint booth. I would have to spend mucho to get it painted. A Rancho would work for me. Don and Do帽a would not bother us Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
I don't have an armored tank, but I will have some type project. One of the things on our much desired is a detached shop or garage so I don't have to work outside Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
Will never live in a HoA Read More
3 Months After Leaving PR by chrishamrick103
It's been a while since I've posted here. But back in April my wife and I decided we would move to PR. At the time, it was 4 of us, and we were looking for a 3 bedroom condo due to the easy maintenance. So after I returned, we decided we ...
Chris When I lived in Guam, all of the sandwich meat we got at the commisary had expired dates but was good. The reason is if it destened to go overseas it is frozen and shipped frozen Read More
3 Months After Leaving PR by chrishamrick103
It's been a while since I've posted here. But back in April my wife and I decided we would move to PR. At the time, it was 4 of us, and we were looking for a 3 bedroom condo due to the easy maintenance. So after I returned, we decided we ...
2 weeks from 9/7 to 9/21 this trip Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Lexie said I could look, but not stare and never ever touch I don't need to attract females Quite happy with the one I got Read More
3 Months After Leaving PR by chrishamrick103
It's been a while since I've posted here. But back in April my wife and I decided we would move to PR. At the time, it was 4 of us, and we were looking for a 3 bedroom condo due to the easy maintenance. So after I returned, we decided we ...
we are in Thomaston and leaving next week to explore the island for a possible move next year. Carlos is a realtor on here. 247realestatepr if you read Carlos He is the good Carlos. I had a few PM with him. Have you looked at Point2 Homes? Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Rey how does your wife feel about you dressing nice, driving a fancy car with a 1000 speakers to attract females? Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
Here is an example of how. Petty the can be. I neither endorse or oppose the original author Tod starnes Read More
Customer care in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Puerto Rico ...
Pricilla Kinda off topic but funny. The ad that showed up under this post was" Date a rich woman" Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Welcome We are going on exploratory trip next week if that weather system does not develop. Use search function and ask questions Read More
Bringing a leased car into PR by tomjack
Has anybody done this, and would it be exempt from the value-based automobile import taxes?
I with Rey no sure if it could be done. You are not the owner, if you stop paying the leasing company would have to do a lot to get it back Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
Homeowners association. Some body that tells you what you can and more specifically what you can't do. NOT A GOVERNMENT enitity Here is an example of one in Tx Example of a HoA Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
Regardless of where I live there are a couple of NEVERS. 1. HOA 2. 6 ft from my neighbor Read More
Getting to know and enjoy the island by 247realestatepr
Hello Everyone: Reading many posts I see many people looking for info about cities to rent or buy, I found this sites that might help you get an idea about facts, our cities, economics, ...
Thank you Carlos. I found some decent informatiom on thing to do on Puerto Rico day trips Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Wow same time we will be down there Read More
Introduce myself and some questions about my move to Puerto Rico by glennrussellm
My name is Glenn. I was aiming at the Philippines. However, with their new President there - the country is in turmoil - news from the past few days is not good there. Expatriates may be kicked out of there in the coming months or in a few years - ...
Another Air Force veteran. I m currently in Ga. We are headed to the island next month , possible move next year Read More
Driving Ruta Panoramica by hturner12
Is this a thing to do
Thank you Joy. Flooded mountains roads you want catch me on them Read More
Driving Ruta Panoramica by hturner12
Is this a thing to do
It would definitely be a day time trip. I don't like driving at night that much. Rey I had read that one thank you. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Welcome Donna I think frogrock lives there. She should post something shortly Read More
Why do police drive with flashing lights on at night?? by meljai97
I have been wondering this for some time. Why do the police drive with their flashing lights on at night?? Drives me crazy! Besides blinding other drivers and warning the bad guys they are in the vicinity (you can see the flashing lights blocks ...
I downloaded an app that has 10000 words. I use it every morning. Plus I have a translator on my phone Read More
Why do police drive with flashing lights on at night?? by meljai97
I have been wondering this for some time. Why do the police drive with their flashing lights on at night?? Drives me crazy! Besides blinding other drivers and warning the bad guys they are in the vicinity (you can see the flashing lights blocks ...
Have not told Lexie about part of Puerto Rico yet Read More
So many questions before accepting a job in Aguadilla, PR. by HinkleyK
I apologize in advance if this gets a little scattered...it seems to be the way my mind functions lately :) A little background: My husband and I have two kids, a 5 (almost 6) year old boy and a 2 (almost 3) month old baby girl and a (almost) year ...
We all have questions. I found searching the topics here provide a lot of anwers. You will find there is alot of outdated or wrong information on a lot of site. I am sure others will jump in here Read More
Insects/bugs by TravelingJ
Ok, I know that it is the Caribbean and that there are bugs (duh). I know there are mosquitos.....but what other little critters are prevalent on the island? We spend a lot of time in Costa Rica.....just wondering if the bug situation is the same. ...
Spam was a staple on Guam in the 80's. It was also a high blackmare item. It get for a hurricane locker Read More
Organic grass roots agriculture on the South side of the Island
Link did not work for me Read More
Import taxes on household goods by hturner12
How does hacienda determine value on used household goods?
Ok I have nothig for resale. Anything that we sale will be before we move Read More
Import taxes on household goods by hturner12
How does hacienda determine value on used household goods?
None of our stuff is new. Alot of our stuff can go USPS. Read More
Import taxes on household goods by hturner12
How does hacienda determine value on used household goods?
I thought I read somewhere that you had to pay something to the haciendiea Read More
Import taxes on household goods
How does hacienda determine value on used household goods? Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
We don't eat strange things either. Chicken, some fish, shrimp, pork and beef that's about it for meat Read More
How stupid can people be? by ReyP
Just for fun, post things that show the stupidity of people. I'll start: this weekend over 30 people were ticketed in Guynabo for playing Pokemon Go while driving. In the steps some have driven thir car into trees. It is just a mater of time ...
Can't fix stupid. Lexie watches the court shows during the day there are some stupid people on them Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
So the iguanas are not native to the island? When I was on GUAM it was considered good luck to have a gecko in your house. We are not city and like the sounds of animals and stars. Lexie goes thru about 100# of bird seed a month. Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
Would not want an iguana as a pet, but they are cool. Frogs are cool too. The createares were there before people moved there. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
So true I was thinking about the corrosion factor. When I lived on Guam had my Jeep pickup shipped over and back. Got rid of it on the way from the port to Ga. But GUAM is only 8x32 Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
That good as far as other critters we just try to leave them alone . Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
She is not fond of snakes. After living in Tx, La, and now Ga bugs don't really bother us. Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
I think that will be the highlight of the trip for Lexie. Yes I know you can not touch them or do anything with them. Read More
Gatherings, third quarter of 2016
I could possible do the mid Sept . Would it be OK if we are not living there yet Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
1 e book I downloaded said the sweet spot for the ferry was 445 am for same day tickets Read More
Sea turtles by hturner12
Is Culebra the only place for sea turtles?
Thanks I may not have to try a catch the ferry after all. If we do try the ferry what is the best day to get tickets Read More
How stupid can people be? by ReyP
Just for fun, post things that show the stupidity of people. I'll start: this weekend over 30 people were ticketed in Guynabo for playing Pokemon Go while driving. In the steps some have driven thir car into trees. It is just a mater of time ...
We all do but now we realize it was stupid usually right after we do Read More
How stupid can people be? by ReyP
Just for fun, post things that show the stupidity of people. I'll start: this weekend over 30 people were ticketed in Guynabo for playing Pokemon Go while driving. In the steps some have driven thir car into trees. It is just a mater of time ...
At the time they did not seem stupid. But ad we get older we realize how stupid and danageous some of the thing we did were. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Not sure I would take a 64 convertible Mustang to any island Read More
Any fishermen out there? by TravelingJ
Where is the best place to go fishing in PR? What types of fish are typical to catch? How far off shore do you have to go to get edible fish? I heard that in the Caribbean some fish are toxic due to eating reef fish.
There was a show on awhile back about guys fishing on seagoing kayacks Read More
Around the island in a day by hturner12
Is it possible to drive around the island in one day?
Can you drive thru the rain forest? Our friend that is comin with us has beat lung cancer twice, but can do a whole lot of walking/ hiking. It gets tired easy. Read More
Around the island in a day by hturner12
Is it possible to drive around the island in one day?
Aldin thanks for the heads up Read More
Around the island in a day by hturner12
Is it possible to drive around the island in one day?
Thanks Doable not advisable. Still in planning stages. Divide sounds like a better plan. This I going to be a budget trip. So far we planning on a trip out to Culebra for a day (when we can get ferry tickets), the electric boat bio bay tour, ... Read More
Around the island in a day by hturner12
Is it possible to drive around the island in one day?
My thought was do an around the island just to see what area we want to explore more. We will have 2 weeks using Fajardo as our base Read More
Around the island in a day
Is it possible to drive around the island in one day? Read More
4 Months Living in Puerto Rico...This is what I have learned so far by hct408
I wrote a post a couple months ago detailing my thoughts on Puerto Rico after having lived here for three weeks. We are now four months into our stay here and I have more to add. I guess, I want to point out that I think of expats who live here as ...
Funny thing about this where you from concept. Unless you were born,raised, never left and will die in the same place your are from somewhere else (Expat). My wife and I experience it all the time here in this small town in central Ga. We are still ... Read More
Zika and low e insulation by hturner12
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ...
That why I see high ceilings listed in all the real estate ads Read More
Zika and low e insulation by hturner12
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ...
I know you don't need it to keep warm. Somebody had mentioned the blocks keep the heat in house making it harder to keep cool Read More
Zika and low e insulation by hturner12
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ...
I have to oscopes on my left knee in 2 1/2 years. Si I feel for her Read More
Declining population of PR challenge for the economy by Gary
Around 300,000 Puerto Ricans moved to the mainland during the last five years. Here's an article on the site of the New York Federal bank discussing this issue: ...
So if the lower income group is leaving the island does that mean less people on public assistance Read More
Zika and low e insulation by hturner12
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ...
Sound like we may be moving about the same time Read More
Zika and low e insulation by hturner12
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ...
We will be down there next month for two weeks. I sent you a PM Read More
Zika and low e insulation by hturner12
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ...
Does the DETT help? Are you on the mainland or on the island some of your post indicate you are still up here and others I am not sure. I am counting the days to our trip Read More
U.S. declares a Zika public health emergency in Puerto Rico
I did a post about it also . 100 cases with 3.5 million Read More
Zika and low e insulation
I know there was a thread somewhere about fears of moving because of Zika. Watching the CBS news tonight Zika and Puerto Rico came up. Now Puerto Rico is in a medical emergency. So I did a little research and math. 3.5 million people 10,000 ... Read More
Expat forum for airfair. by dianec333
I just checked it twice for pricing. Over $450 for a one stop from Miami to San Juan. On internet, spirit air was $148 no stops. What site is Ex pat using that is so expensive?
I know this is an older topic. Our airfare from Atlanta would have been 730 for 2. However if we drive to Tampa (6 hours) our airfare was only 436 for both of us. That is on Southwest with 2 bags ech free. From what I have read on their website ... Read More
The exploratory trip i s a go for Sept 7 thru 21
The only things that are going to planned are a trip to Culebra one day when we can get ferry tickets and the biobay electric boat tour one night in Fajardo. So yes we could Read More
The exploratory trip i s a go for Sept 7 thru 21
That why we are going Read More
The exploratory trip i s a go for Sept 7 thru 21
Airfare booked lodging booked rental reserved extended parking in Tampa booked. Hello all As you can see the logistics of getting there are done. The purpose of this trip is to determine if we want to make the move next year. We would like to ... Read More
Streaming services by ReyP
I was just reading that HBO Go will be limited to streaming only on Liberty in PR. I was not aware that Streaming services you pay for like HBO Go, Netflix and others were being controlled by Internet providers. Is that so?
Up here in GA I have all the premiums but rarely watch them. The way Charter built their packages it is cheaper to have them. Just like it is cheaper to keep the home phone line that is only hooked up to the fax machine. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Thank you I can not believe how great this forum is Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
got to learn how to drive and fix the thing first. We are only about 5 hours from Jacksonville so what ever we ship we will just drive down there to the port. Yes you would be welcome anytime. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Hi Carol Thank you for your reply. It would be great to get together. our schedule is very open as is nothing planned except the flight in and flight out. we will be staying at: Bo Las Crobras HC 67 Cartera K.M. Fajarda. I have a car reserved ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Thank you meeting others would be great. I have already done a lot of research. How would I go about meeting others Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮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 ...
Hello all I am glad I found this forum. My wife and I are currently living in Thomaston GA. (Central GA). I am a 100% disabled vet, medically retired from Civil Service and on SSA disability. My wife is on SSA. Our 2 kids are grown and live in TX ... Read More