rambla
Puerto Rican citizen
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Puerto Rican
Lives in West Coast
Speaks Spanglish, Spanish and English
Registration: 21 June 2018
Electricity/Internet in Rincon by Austin-Rincon
Hi expat community. My husband, kids and I are planning a move to Rinc贸n in Jan/early February. My husband and I can work remotely from anywhere, but I just want to check on the electrical/internet reliability in Rincon. I鈥檝e read ...
Rincon definetly feels like being in the United States (for us) because there are so many people here from the states. Most Caucasians actually choose Rincon for this reason seeing there is less of a language barrier and a huge expat/transplant ... Read More
considering building a casita (small home) as an investment property by rambla
I am seriously considering having a casita (small home) built to use as an investment property. Although I live on the island, having a home built is all new to me. I am curious what is the ballpark cost for building a small 600-700 sq. ft. 2 ...
Thanks, Rey! Well at least I know I鈥檓 starting off on the on the right foot because I did send him fotos yesterday when we connected. Find phots samples of what you are looking for and provide those to him. He can design the place based on ... Read More
considering building a casita (small home) as an investment property by rambla
I am seriously considering having a casita (small home) built to use as an investment property. Although I live on the island, having a home built is all new to me. I am curious what is the ballpark cost for building a small 600-700 sq. ft. 2 ...
Hola, Larry! It鈥檚 so good to hear from you and I hope all is well. Thank you so much for sharing this information. I鈥檒l look into it. Read More
PR Driver's License is valid for how many years? by princos
PR Driver's License is valid for how many years? I heard they are supposed to give you 6 years. Is it 6 full years, or rounded down? They gave me only 5 years and 8 days, from when I first received it in 2014, now it's expiring 2019. ...
New York also does the same with the expiration date being based off your birthday date not date of receipt. Read More
considering building a casita (small home) as an investment property by rambla
I am seriously considering having a casita (small home) built to use as an investment property. Although I live on the island, having a home built is all new to me. I am curious what is the ballpark cost for building a small 600-700 sq. ft. 2 ...
Thank you, Rey. I will reach out to him this week. Read More
considering building a casita (small home) as an investment property
I am seriously considering having a casita (small home) built to use as an investment property. Although I live on the island, having a home built is all new to me. I am curious what is the ballpark cost for building a small 600-700 sq. ft. 2 ... Read More
Being convincing to an employer in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding a job in Puerto Rico is no easy feat. From applying for a job all the way to job interviews, the etiquette can be different abroad. Specially job interviews, that can already be pretty daunting, can feel even worse when ...
Unemployment is very high in Puerto Rico. To give those that don鈥檛 know a better idea, Puertoricans have been leaving to the states in high numbers to find work. Also, in most cases you must be bilingual (spanish/english) to have half a chance ... Read More
Tow truck
Usually auto repair shops have this service. I suggest you make a few calls to some local garages for help. Good luck! Read More
Is there Postmates in PR? by edenkaate
Can't find any info about it. Are there other food delivery services (ubereats) or is that just not a thing in PR? Thanks, Eden Kate
I鈥檓 from NYC where gas prices tend to usually be high accompanied with constant traffic jams and a ton of bad drivers. Personally, I see a lot of opportunity for a food delivery business (UberEats, PeaPod, etc.) here in PR catering to those ... Read More
Rincon? San Juan? Opinions? by Dizzyelf
Hello, We are planning on moving to PR in September. I鈥檓 having a hard time narrowing down possible cities to move. We are in love with the whole island. I thought maybe you guys could help. Spanish isn鈥檛 a problem as I鈥檓 fluent. ...
Like others have mentioned, Rinc贸n is expensive and has a big close knit Caucasian community like Palmas Del Mar minus the gated community feel. Many transplants choose Rinc贸n (and Palmas Del Mar) because it鈥檚 a smoother transition ... Read More
Africans in Puerto Rico by Saneliswam
Are there any Africans living in Puerto Rico? I鈥檓 in San Juan and would love to get acquainted. Also if anybody knows a hair salon where I can get braids or cornrows done please share.
My mom has green eyes and dark blonde hair. My sister has hazel eyes, freckles, very pale skin (she jokes that my brother and I took all the color seeing she is the last born馃ぃ), strong European features and fine hair. She does have our ... Read More
Africans in Puerto Rico by Saneliswam
Are there any Africans living in Puerto Rico? I鈥檓 in San Juan and would love to get acquainted. Also if anybody knows a hair salon where I can get braids or cornrows done please share.
To add to what Rey mentioned, ingredients like yucca, guanabana, squash, papaya, batata, and corn were all staples of the Taino diet which are part of today鈥檚 Boricua traditional food. Africans brought the religion santeria. As well as the ... Read More
Africans in Puerto Rico by Saneliswam
Are there any Africans living in Puerto Rico? I鈥檓 in San Juan and would love to get acquainted. Also if anybody knows a hair salon where I can get braids or cornrows done please share.
My family is a perfect example of what Rey stated. My mami is of predominant European descent and my papi is of predominant African descent. My brother and I came out looking like satos and my sister looks of European descent like our mom. We all ... Read More
Africans in Puerto Rico by Saneliswam
Are there any Africans living in Puerto Rico? I鈥檓 in San Juan and would love to get acquainted. Also if anybody knows a hair salon where I can get braids or cornrows done please share.
Puerto Ricans can be of predominant African or European descent or a mix of everything in between. For example, Modesto Lacen (actor) who is predominately of African descent and Ricky Martin (singer/actor) who is of predominant European descent. ... Read More
Rain water collection systems by Sitka
I am interested in learning about rain water collection systems in PR. Our house has a flat roof with drain down spouts, that would be easy to plumb into a tank. A tank of large size could provide free water for gray water use , garden, car wash, ...
My family in Puerto Rico never had water cisterns so I鈥檝e been learning little by little as I go along. Last year I bought my home that thankfully already had one. When I had the service technician come to give it a look over he explained it ... Read More
Africans in Puerto Rico by Saneliswam
Are there any Africans living in Puerto Rico? I鈥檓 in San Juan and would love to get acquainted. Also if anybody knows a hair salon where I can get braids or cornrows done please share.
Puerto Ricans are of African descent which is also influenced in our culture through music, dance, food, art and even with certain words. Friday was Emmancipation Day, by the way. For trenzas (braids) these are a couple popular spots in the metro ... Read More
Having a baby in Puerto Rico by ashbates1
HELLO! My husband was offered a finance job with Honeywell in Aguadilla, PR. We are both fluent in Spanish, and have visited Puerto Rico and are excited about the opportunity. However. I would be just shy of 8 months pregnant when we arrive, and our ...
Congrats to you and your husband on the new chapter you鈥檙e both about to begin in Puerto Rico. Seeing that you both are bilingual it will be a huge help with transitioning on the island. My family is originally from Puerto Rico so I鈥檓 ... Read More
Loiza or Cabo Rojo to buy by edibxgrl
Hola, Looking to buy an apartment (condo) for vacation and possible retirement -- l live in NY and traveling to P.R. soon to look at properties in Loiza and in Cabo Rojo. Any opinion as to prices, area? Thanks.
How exciting! We went to Cabo Rojo for the first time as a day trip in September after hearing many great things. I can see why so many love it there. If you have time, check out Playa La Jungla en Gu谩nica you won't regret it. Looking ... Read More
Loiza or Cabo Rojo to buy by edibxgrl
Hola, Looking to buy an apartment (condo) for vacation and possible retirement -- l live in NY and traveling to P.R. soon to look at properties in Loiza and in Cabo Rojo. Any opinion as to prices, area? Thanks.
I am a Nuyorican who recently fulfilled my lifelong dream of buying my first home in Puerto Rico. Please feel free to DM with any questions. I had a really good experience with my mortgage lender and realtor: closed in 45 days, too. Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon by rambla
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ...
UPDATE: I can NOT recommend Costa Brava. After I received the keys and my friend came with me to the house there was saw dust underneath both doors which she knew right away that termites were the culprit. So either A) my realtor was having this ... Read More
Utilities by rambla
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ...
SandraDuncan, please reread MrTIbss post where he clearly states that you have to go to the office to have the electric turned on. Don't see anywhere on here where he or anyone else suggests otherwise. Also, I was able to have my water turned ... Read More
Act 20 advice on transfer pricing by TribeofCoqui11
Hello all, Does anyone know of someone that can help with transfer pricing documentation? Act 20 application help? Hopefully near North or West PR. Thank you all!
https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1511088118963955&ref=content_filter Bienvenido a La Isla Del Encanto! Read More
Vaccination Exemption for School Age Children by LOLPuertoRico
Hi, Does anyone have any information regarding vaccination exemption protocols for school age children in Puerto Rico? Particularly doctors or lawyers on the south side of the island (Ponce). We're still without landlines or internet service in ...
In all fairness, I need to mention that not ALL public schools in Puerto Rico are dirty with unsanitary practices. In my experience, I have never encountered that issue. Although obviously there are always exceptions which is what this person above ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to Puerto ...
ANOLIS said it best with this response on a previous post: "Thank you ReyP. Besides being off-topic, I suspect many Puerto Ricans would also find this offensive (particularly the >50% of the population who favor maintenance of the ... Read More
Utilities by rambla
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ...
Silly, I know what it means. Which is why I specifically included in my post what鈥檚 written within that option for clarification 鈥淣ow you can request through the internet the activation of new water and/or sewer service.". Read More
Utilities by rambla
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ...
I just wanted to inform you and update that there IS a way to have your water turned on by the internet. For those of you needing to know how please go to http://www.acueductospr.com/OFICINAVIRTUAL/index.html and select VIRTUAL OFFICE then SERVICE ... Read More
Opening a business by JaniceT
Evening all. Can you please advice on how difficult it is for saffas to relocate to PR. We are wanting to start 2 businesses and probably buy some land. Im getting a lot of different advice. We heading over end of August to hopefully get the ...
Very good information here. I also am interested in taking my business from online to "brick and mortar" once I'm on the island. Many of these tips helps give me a realistic expectation of the time line and what to (and not to) expect. Read More
real estate shopping in puerto rico by davidtx
(links on our [url=http://www.blackandgoldcoast.com/real-estate-shopping-in-puerto-rico/]website[/url]) Unless you've been living under a rock, you are probably at least vaguely aware that the Puerto Rican government is currently embroiled in a ...
In Rincon great deals are hard to come by and when they do they鈥檙e usually snatched up pretty quickly. Read More
real estate shopping in puerto rico by davidtx
(links on our [url=http://www.blackandgoldcoast.com/real-estate-shopping-in-puerto-rico/]website[/url]) Unless you've been living under a rock, you are probably at least vaguely aware that the Puerto Rican government is currently embroiled in a ...
Well I do know that medical costs are a lot cheaper in PR. However, a lot of medical personnel have left for the states. There are still towns that have reputable medical facilities and doctors (and pharmacists which are HUGELY helpful there). ... Read More
real estate shopping in puerto rico by davidtx
(links on our [url=http://www.blackandgoldcoast.com/real-estate-shopping-in-puerto-rico/]website[/url]) Unless you've been living under a rock, you are probably at least vaguely aware that the Puerto Rican government is currently embroiled in a ...
Rincon is definitely an expat bubble. I grew up going to Puerto Rico my whole life seeing my family is originally from there. Ventured out to Rincon last month for the first time and it was a heavy influx of gringos who are primarily catered to ... Read More
Attorney-In-Fact
Has anyone used their attorney-in-fact to turn on their utilities? I will not be present for the closing and was wondering if this was a reasonable request to make. Read More
Can I realistically make my dream a reality? by Ajgreene
Hello all... New member here... I'll get straight to it. I really want to be in Puerto Rico. I love everything about it. I actually just got back from a long weekend trip there yesterday (this is not a hangover post though). I speak no Spanish ...
I could see that being successful if you honed in on expats for your services. In Puerto Rico (and NYC) Dominicans (there are A LOT in Puerto Rico) are on top of the hair game. So you may want to focus on expats who鈥檇 feel more comfortable ... Read More
Utilities by rambla
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ...
DTOP pretty much is like the DMV here in the Bronx minus the friendliness. Read More
Utilities by rambla
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ...
It's all good. I love my island too much to sweat the small stuff. Everything balances itself out. Read More
Utilities by rambla
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ...
Ok, SandraRDuncan thanks for confirming that the information I listed is correct, current and that the services cannot be turned on by phone/online. I wouldn't know about if there is a different way because I am not currently on the island. That ... Read More
Utilities
In terms of electricity (AEE) and water (AAA) getting turned on when you are a new home owner, is this something I can do online/phone? If not, is this information I found online (not on the uitilities site) still correct and current in your ... Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon by rambla
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ...
I most certainly will. There is a little delay because the electricity is on but the water isn't. So we have to wait for it be turned on in order for him to do the home inspection. Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon by rambla
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ...
Hi WarnerW, I just got off the phone with Elliot from Costa Brava Construction and he will be coordinating with my realtor to do the home inspection! Wepa!!! I am so thankful to you for putting me in contact with him. Many thanks! Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon by rambla
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ...
No such luck so far with finding a home inspector for house in Rincon. Looks like I may be forced to forfeit having a home inspection. My realtor wants me to use hers but I won鈥檛 seeing I need an unbiased inspection done. Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon by rambla
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ...
Thanks Rey and WarnerW. At least I have a better lead now. Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon by rambla
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ...
Thanks Rey I just feel like I鈥檇 be pulling straws out of a hat seeing I have no experience with this and would need to rely on a home inspector that comes highly recommended. I grew up with the concrete under my feet so this is a whole new ... Read More
Churches by Sundaiirose
Hello everyone, I鈥檓 looking for a good Christian church in PR, close to the Trujillo Alto area. Any recommendations?
Second Union Church in Guaynabo is a non-denomination church with a big expatriate congregation. They have both english and spanish services and are very involved in the community. They have a Mochila Alegre program I鈥檝e been involved with ... Read More
Home Inspector in Rincon
Would anyone be able to recommend a home inspector in Rincon? On socia media I鈥檝e read many comments from gringos stating that it鈥檚 a waste of time and money to have one done in PR. Their reasons were basically that the reports ... Read More
hot water heater and water backup by rambla
Hola everyone, I am in the process of purchasing a house with a solar hot water heater and water backup. We are a city family with 0 knowledge of things like this. Except knowing that they in addition to a generator are good to have. Google has not ...
Hi SpencerAzac, would you mind clarifying if you mean 5 or 50? Thanks! Read More
hot water heater and water backup by rambla
Hola everyone, I am in the process of purchasing a house with a solar hot water heater and water backup. We are a city family with 0 knowledge of things like this. Except knowing that they in addition to a generator are good to have. Google has not ...
Spencerazac, I am actually buying a 3 bedroom @1,100 square feet house. Good to know it takes a couple of months in general to go through a 5 gallon bottle. I'm thankful and fortunate that the house is coming with both so all I need to get is a ... Read More
hot water heater and water backup by rambla
Hola everyone, I am in the process of purchasing a house with a solar hot water heater and water backup. We are a city family with 0 knowledge of things like this. Except knowing that they in addition to a generator are good to have. Google has not ...
Thank you WarnerW for the welcome and providing the information in layment terms. I have pictures of it that I tried to add to my post with no success. I'm going to check out the site you provided! Read More
hot water heater and water backup
Hola everyone, I am in the process of purchasing a house with a solar hot water heater and water backup. We are a city family with 0 knowledge of things like this. Except knowing that they in addition to a generator are good to have. Google has not ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) 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 ...
Hola, everyone. I am a New Yorker with Puerto Rican roots in the process of buying a home in Puerto Rico. Am very excited to finally fulfill a lifelong dream and be on the island as resident hopefully soon. Read More