Live2sparkle
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Lives in Rincon
Registration: 29 November 2016
Purchase Price Vs. Listed Price, Plus Other ?'s by Live2sparkle
Hello, I continue to read all the posts and it is exciting to read all the information, but also overwhelming and scary too! Every time I read posts, a million more questions arise, but I try to refrain from bombarding everyone with my worrisome ...
This question is likely not easily answered, but is it possible to add a second floor to a concrete house? I know in the states it is a fairly common practice, but they build wood houses. I would think adding an additional concrete story would ... Read More
Building Permits and Construction in Puerto Rico (Earthbag) by LOLPuertoRico
I was hoping someone could provide some information on the building process in Puerto Rico. I expect to buy a piece of land in the campo and build an earthbag house (it's an alternative building process) on the property. Is it difficult to get a ...
I would also be interested in how the building process went. I would imagine it is much harder when you don't speak the language, to guarantee that what you agreed to is actually done to the correct specifications? Were you present frequently ... Read More
Following fashion in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hi everyone, Do you follow fashion trends in Puerto Rico? Every country and every culture has its own dress code. As far as you are concerned, have you changed the way you dress? Can one easily find fashion boutiques in Puerto Rico? Are ...
I am following this conversation. I am a bit of a fashionista and would like to hear what sorts of fashions are preferred/popular there. Obviously it is summer wear, so that limits the fashion choices. Read More
Purchase Price Vs. Listed Price, Plus Other ?'s by Live2sparkle
Hello, I continue to read all the posts and it is exciting to read all the information, but also overwhelming and scary too! Every time I read posts, a million more questions arise, but I try to refrain from bombarding everyone with my worrisome ...
Thank you all for your input and thoughts! I will try to remember the different points and respond, and have more questions! I do notice when looking online at a lot of property all over the island, that houses are notably less expensive than I ... Read More
Purchase Price Vs. Listed Price, Plus Other ?'s
Hello, I continue to read all the posts and it is exciting to read all the information, but also overwhelming and scary too! Every time I read posts, a million more questions arise, but I try to refrain from bombarding everyone with my worrisome ... Read More
Building Homes in PR by Live2sparkle
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ...
I keep adding to my own post because I think of new questions. Sheesh! For those that live in more rural areas, do you have roads, elecricity, plumbing, water, etc? Or do you have to rely on wells, septic, generators or alternate sources of ... Read More
Building Homes in PR by Live2sparkle
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ...
How do you ever secure building materials with a kit, or just in general? So many things to think about! Hopefully more people who took on the gargantuan task of building a house there will fill us in on the process, pitfalls, trials and ... Read More
Building Homes in PR by Live2sparkle
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ...
Lots of great information Warner! Yes I think lots of people are willing to take advantage of anyone to make a buck. More forgivable if you are just trying to feed your family. But unforgivable if you are a millionaire! If you can find the info, ... Read More
Building Homes in PR by Live2sparkle
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ...
Rey, crikey it never occured to me that windows are like that due to likely break ins. Safety first, so that won't do! Why live beachfront if you have small windows? Darn! And I need a one story house. Read More
Building Homes in PR by Live2sparkle
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ...
Thanks so much Rey! You are a fountain of information! I notice that in a lot of the houses, the windows are smaller than you notice in the newer homes in the states. I would like really large windows or even a wall of windows, but am wondering ... Read More
Building Homes in PR
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th 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 much information to digest! I was hoping I could make a trip there in March, but that is still up in the air. In the meantime, I am just taking in all the information that everyone is sharing. It is so great that there are so many helpful ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th 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 ...
Ckang, following along on your posts. Also considering PR, and feel like west side may be a good fit for me too, although I would obviously need to spend time checking out although number of areas. Please keep us updated on all the areas you are ... Read More
House vs condo?
Wondering what your thoughts are about condos vs houses? I can't imagine myself living in a condo, as I don't think I would like that many people around me all the time! I would think there would be a lot of new people all the time too, ... Read More
Specialty Physicians
Hello, I am wondering how difficult it is to find medical specialists in Puerto Rico? If I moved there, I would likely have to plan at least a yearly visit stateside for medical visits. But it may be that I would need a neurologist while I was ... Read More
Are you happy in Puerto Rico? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Puerto Rico? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in ...
Unfortunately Nothing in life will ever change if people just accept that "that is just the way it is". It would seem that Puerto Ricans seem content to just accept poor customer service and don't want to expect better experiences. I ... Read More
Where are Rincon and Surrounding Expats? by ReyP
Seems the west side of the island has abandoned the site. Several new members have been asking questions that are best answered by those living currently in the west. A lot of active members are no longer coming to the site it seems.
Yes, that is why I thought the East was more popular, as most everyone who posts is from the East! Read More
Caserios
I often see people say to avoid Caserios or public housing areas. How do you know where they are? Anytime you visit places, you don't necessarily know where those areas are, unless you find yourself in the wrong place. It would be better to ... Read More
Is East more popular than West side? by Live2sparkle
In reading where many are looking, or live, it seems that more live on the East side vs. the West. Maybe it is just who is more active on the forum, or maybe I am not seeing those on the West. But is the East more popular at this time? Also ...
Well I am definitely not rich, and don't have expensive things, so that would not be an issue. If I move there though, I do have a lot of "Old" things that I would like to bring. I am very into vintage things, and have collected ... Read More
Is East more popular than West side?
In reading where many are looking, or live, it seems that more live on the East side vs. the West. Maybe it is just who is more active on the forum, or maybe I am not seeing those on the West. But is the East more popular at this time? Also ... Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
Warner, I am confused by the site you mention, and how to go about finding out information that you listed. I know how to do that in the US, but need to figure out how to find that information there. I will have to try check into it. It seems ... Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
Thank you all for your responses. I am not even sure that any of the photos or maps are accurate. When going to the website of the listing agent, the map shows the property to be blocks from the beach! So there are far too many discrepancies. ... Read More
Zika Virus by natsmith
Greetings How is Zika being addressed in PR? Are there reported cases? How bad is the problem? Thanks Natalia
I think it is a concern for those with auto-immune diseases, or anyone who is immune supressed. I hope they can find a vaccine soon! Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
I wonder if this is a low Income area? I think it may be. Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
I think the only accurate photos are 1-4, with only one inside photo, if that is even accurate? The stairs to the water may also be accurate, but not necessarily. But clearly there are significant issues with it, or it would have been sold long ... Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
The photos are all wrong. But in the satellite photo on the map, it looks like it is set back a bit, but there are no houses in front of it. The photo with the balcony is the back view I think, at the street. Old photos used to show the back ... Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
Please no one buy it now that I told you all about it! Ha! Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
Thanks Warren. Yes the property has been on the market at least a year, maybe two or more? I can't even remember how long it has been on my list? It was taken off the market at times, but then always turned up again. The photos are ... Read More
Question about this Property by Live2sparkle
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ...
Thanks so much Rey. It is a zillow link and the Property is called Mameyal in Dorado. It is only $100,000, and has been on the market a really long time. I contacted an agent last year about it, and they did respond but I didn't get much ... Read More
Question about this Property
Hi again, I am posting again. I have been reading a lot of stuff on the site, and finding lots of great information. And of course even though I don't know where I may want to be in Puerto Rico, I always seem to scour the beachfront areas, ... Read More