coquitx
American expat in Puerto Rico
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American
Speaks English and Spanish
Registration: 06 September 2021
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Looking for a bank account that can be set up from the states by jillmedina
I am trying to establish a bank account in PR that would allow us to have visa and most importantly ATH access. Has anyone been able to set up an account while being physically in the states? We will not be on the island for apx 2 more months.
Check out T-Mobile banking, available to T-Mobile customers. I love the many options to withdraw cash, with ZERO transaction fees, everywhere on the Island. Read More
Transitioning help needed by jillmedina
We are struggling trying to get anyone to answer any of the phone numbers we have been given and hoping to somewhat group all of the questions in one post here: 1) how did you ship your household good here from the mainland and what was the cost? ...
Something else I learned there is a big difference in price wheather you are using a whole container, 1/2 container or if you choose to go loose cargo. Loose cargo is only recommended if it is a few large items and you don't have a set date for ... Read More
Transitioning help needed by jillmedina
We are struggling trying to get anyone to answer any of the phone numbers we have been given and hoping to somewhat group all of the questions in one post here: 1) how did you ship your household good here from the mainland and what was the cost? ...
Start by getting estimates from shipping companies. They will advise you on everything you need to know to ship "stuff" to PR. I did it many years ago. I don't know if they are still in business- they are a broker-middle man between ... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don'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 ...
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New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don'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 ...
Have you considered Palmas Del Mar, Humacao? In my opinion Condado is over priced and the nice beach areas are taken by the big hotels. Dorado has grown too fast. In my opinion too congested for its size. 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 ...
This is the advice I give to my Gringo roommates-As long as you stay away from drugs, guns, and other people's (husband/wife/girlfriend) you don't have much to worry about as far as crime is concerned. Also, It has never happened and I ... Read More
Tenant Rights by Gloria Vega67
I am currently renting an apartment on the west side of Puerto Rico. No hot water and leaking water from a ceiling fan and bathroom ceiling for almost a month. The landlord sent someone to fix the bathroom in the apartment above, but it did not ...
Unfortunately, your only option is to move. Because our temperatures rarely, if ever, go below 70 degrees, a water heater has never been considered a necessity, not even by the Housing Authority. By the way, this is the only government office ... Read More