BearNVa
American expat in Puerto Rico
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American
Lives in Fajardo
Speaks English
Registration: 23 June 2014
Speeding ticket and the points system by cram1
So I just received a speeding ticket traveling on PR-66 from Fajardo to SJ. The officer said he clocked me going 79 mph in a 65. I am trying to figure out how to pay it. Doing to little research it seems I have to go to a "Colecture" or ...
If you have a states license, they say they have a reciprical system but I'm pretty sure that PR sends nothing to the states. Read More
Car transport from house to PR?
I know this has been answered hundreds of times but I'm getting older and I can't find the answer... what is the best car shipping service to PR that will pick your car up and take it to PR? What has everyone used? At the moment my car is ... Read More
How to make friends in Puerto Rico by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Puerto Rico :top: [b]Which are your best ...
Me also... I get bored easy and like you said but I can spend all day in front of a computer but that鈥檚 not what I moved to PR for... Read More
How to make friends in Puerto Rico by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Puerto Rico :top: [b]Which are your best ...
We've been trying to make friends here on the island... it isn't as easy as I thought it would be... and some of the people that we have met have never called us or texted us to hang out or anything of the sort. Seems we put forth the effort ... Read More
Another 1 month Rental Question..... by MnMExplorers
But a little more specific then the last one, thought I would start a new thread instead of Hijacking axc123's conversation. My Wife and I (and our 2 cats) will be moving down in Feb-March. We are in the Processes of Booking a 1 month Rental ...
I can check around in our complex to see if there are any m 2 m rentals... I think there are just don't know where or how much. Read More
Car Insurance by afbr2000
Hello Everyone, What car insurance are you with and can you provide your agents contact information?
So how does one get insurance for antique cars if no one on the island will insure them? I see several old cars around, are they driving without insurance? Read More
Need a good lawyer..... by BearNVa
Hello... we are looking for a good lawyer to handle a case between residents of a condo complex and a construstion company... seems a construction company is suing all the residents of a particular building and some houses due to what they say is ...
Thanks for all the input... seems after talking to other tenants in our building we are not listed as a party to the suit but everyone else in our building is... so we are still going to talk to an lawyer just to make sure everything is in good ... Read More
Need a good lawyer..... by BearNVa
Hello... we are looking for a good lawyer to handle a case between residents of a condo complex and a construstion company... seems a construction company is suing all the residents of a particular building and some houses due to what they say is ...
I think they are having a meeting sometime next week for everyone involved... Read More
Need a good lawyer..... by BearNVa
Hello... we are looking for a good lawyer to handle a case between residents of a condo complex and a construstion company... seems a construction company is suing all the residents of a particular building and some houses due to what they say is ...
I think you are correct Rey they are trying to pass it to the owners/tenants... we still need to find a lawyer that can deal with sort of stuff... Read More
Need a good lawyer..... by BearNVa
Hello... we are looking for a good lawyer to handle a case between residents of a condo complex and a construstion company... seems a construction company is suing all the residents of a particular building and some houses due to what they say is ...
what paperwork are you referring to... we bought our condo... it's paid in full. We have also been paying water and sewage since day one... seems they are trying to throw stuff at a wall to see what sticks... Read More
Need a good lawyer.....
Hello... we are looking for a good lawyer to handle a case between residents of a condo complex and a construstion company... seems a construction company is suing all the residents of a particular building and some houses due to what they say is ... 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 ...
just curious as to what the estimated cost of building a concrete house about 2000 sqft would be? just needs to be an estimate... Read More
Shipping car to PR? by TravelingJ
I have read that it is a nightmare to ship your car to PR, but my car is relatively new and I would take a huge hit on it if I were to sell and would have to buy a lesser car. My question is how much is the excise tax? When I went to the Haceinda ...
How did you get the site to work... it always gives me no data... 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 ...
Well thank you... unfortunately we do need a push...we've been here over a year now and we have found some pretty cool places to go swim, hike, and snorkel... but we usually do it just us two... we do have friends that have moved to the westside ... 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 ...
Where are all the expats in Fajardo? We live there and hardly see any.. but I guess it helps if you do more than just go to the grocery, rainforest, and beach... LOL... I just realized we really need to be more active and social... Read More
Health Care 2016 by T_om
I was considering a move to PR but I'm having second thoughts because of all the negative comments on the health care system and emergency room nightmares. Even comments from a doctor who practices in PR. Anyone have a good experiences in a PR ...
I have an excellent doctor in Fajardo...he's been in practice for over 25 years and is very thorough unlike the first doctor I went to who prescribed me blood pressure meds after taking my BP twice after about 10 mins granted I didn't take ... Read More
Lets have FUN on a Budget by ReyP
In my previous post 鈥淢aking it on a budget in PR鈥�, the chain of posts was oriented toward allaying the fears of new comers on what it would take to move and live in Puerto Rico. Some would call it 鈥淪urvive鈥�, and complained ...
All the farmers markets and such are also neat to go to... Rincon has an art show every Thursday I think... San Sebasti谩n has a flea market every Friday I think...Luquillo has a farmers market the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month at the Art ... Read More
SanSe 2016 by BearNVa
I found this while searching for things to do. Just want to know how many people on here are going to ...
sorry for the long delay for a response... we parked at some park about a mile away and walked... we didn't really have any problems getting there or leaving...it took us about 45 from Fajardo and about a 20min walk from the parking lot...we did ... Read More
Lets have FUN on a Budget by ReyP
In my previous post 鈥淢aking it on a budget in PR鈥�, the chain of posts was oriented toward allaying the fears of new comers on what it would take to move and live in Puerto Rico. Some would call it 鈥淪urvive鈥�, and complained ...
well George and I like to explore the island... some days we will go to puertodaytrips.com pick a place and just go and see what we can find...other days we like to fill a cooler with coronas, sangria, snacks and head to Pinones/Isle Verda and sit ... Read More
SanSe 2016 by BearNVa
I found this while searching for things to do. Just want to know how many people on here are going to ...
Didn't try the Mavi or at least if I did I don't remember it...LoL... I do know that we had one of those 2-3 foot tall glasses of something from a bar we stopped into after that things get a little fuzzy... ;0) Read More
SanSe 2016 by BearNVa
I found this while searching for things to do. Just want to know how many people on here are going to ...
So we went to SanSe 2016 and OMG what an awesome experience!!! We will probably go next year also... the amount of people was insane but the views and the music were fantastic... Thanks ReyP for telling me to go at least once and to not shy away ... Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Puerto Rico by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Puerto Rico? To help you meet people and find outings in Puerto Rico, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Puerto Rico: you can now follow ...
This is an awesome idea... Read More
SanSe 2016 by BearNVa
I found this while searching for things to do. Just want to know how many people on here are going to ...
Well reading all the post we're rethinking our little adventure... I'm not really one for overly crowded places... we basically want to go for the artwork, crafts and food... Read More
SanSe 2016
I found this while searching for things to do. Just want to know how many people on here are going to ... Read More
Everything for sale by greekarican09
We will be heading back to the states, and we have acquired a car and all household items. I live in Fajardo is anyone is in need of anything ...please contact me **
just sent the OP a message Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
It was really nice meeting everyone... had fun, good talks, and food...hope everyone got home safely...thanks REYP for putting this together... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
the burgers are good and the mojitos are good... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
sorry about the closing.... seems this is common here on the island... we were ready to buy on the westside and when it got down to brass tacks we found out that the owner of the land we were wanting had no idea what he had... the CRIM and the deed ... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
George and I will be there...looking forward to it... Read More
Thievery? Anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo by BearNVa
Has anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo, what did you do and what was the outcome?
I live in a condo in Fajardo... they cops came and did a report.... I've seen the cops patrolling through the complex since the stuff got stolen and now we a security guard that rides around but to late when the horse is out of the barn... so to ... Read More
Thievery? Anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo by BearNVa
Has anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo, what did you do and what was the outcome?
LoL... ok... well last night someone came through our gated community after cutting a chainlink fence and stole from some storage places... I lost a new generator, some tools, and a low profile car jack...some one right down from me lost some tools ... Read More
Thievery? Anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo
Has anyone experienced thieves in Fajardo, what did you do and what was the outcome? Read More
need furniture buying suggestions by dumplingmx
My husband and I are moving to the San Juan area soon. The condo we are renting for 6 months is only partially furnished, so we will be needing some living room furniture (the condo has beds and a small dining table/chairs). The problem is that we ...
Awesome... I'll check that out... I was also thinking of asking at National to... We also just moved here...we live in Fajardo. Read More
need furniture buying suggestions by dumplingmx
My husband and I are moving to the San Juan area soon. The condo we are renting for 6 months is only partially furnished, so we will be needing some living room furniture (the condo has beds and a small dining table/chairs). The problem is that we ...
Are there any stores that have unique stuff kind of like Ikea and West Elm but not the same if you know what I mean... eclectic stuff...Also has anyone tried to build there own pallet furniture? I just saw some extremely well done pallet tables and ... Read More
I'm looking for a good dentist in Fajardo or near Fajardo
I'm looking for a good dentist in Fajardo or near Fajardo... any suggestions? Read More
We finally have a place... by BearNVa
So we just closed on a condo in Fajardo... I think we made the right choice... the area is close to basically everything and about an hour from San Juan. The only thing so far is the smell occasionally from what I think is sewage from the marina... ...
I rarely ever smell it unless we drive by the marinas... but yes i was thinking they could do something... Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has [url=http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/06/29/business/dealbook/puerto-ricos-governor-says-islands-debts-are-not-payable.html?referrer=]admitted[/url]what many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt ...
I swear I think that some stories that are out there are just to keep people from coming to the island and finding out what a wonderful place it is... Read More
Puerto Rico's Sovereign Debt Crisis by NomadLawyer
Well, Gov. Garcia Padilla has [url=http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/06/29/business/dealbook/puerto-ricos-governor-says-islands-debts-are-not-payable.html?referrer=]admitted[/url]what many of us have known for sometime: Puerto Rico cannot pay its debt ...
Tourism is down? Can't tell that by the traffic on 3 and 66... Read More
We finally have a place...
So we just closed on a condo in Fajardo... I think we made the right choice... the area is close to basically everything and about an hour from San Juan. The only thing so far is the smell occasionally from what I think is sewage from the marina... ... Read More
Luquillo Kioskos by Jolo84
Has anyone been to the Luquillo Kiosks lately? A friend of mine just came from PR and i suggested that she go there because as a child we would go every weekend. She came back and said how dirty and run down it is now. We're going back in ...
We have eaten there several times...it's not a Chili's or Applebee's..... thank god! The place is unique and the food is quite good depending on which one you go to... the outside looks rather unclean if you are "Americanized" ... Read More
Socializing in Fajardo, Ceiba area by ReyP
My wife does not speak Spanish, are there a lot of English speaking people in these towns (Fajardo, Ceiba)?
we like the west side because it's more laid back and a little cooler in the mountains... we like our privacy and want a house with a little land... we love eating and snorkeling at Steps beach. Read More
Looking to meet people for outings... by BearNVa
Hello Ex Pats... A gay married couple here, just moved to PR about a month ago... we are looking to meet open minded friends for outings. We were thinking of just actually going down the puerto rico day trips list and seeing how much of it we can ...
Right now we are jumping back and forth between Fajardo and Las Marias. We have found something we really like in Las Marias and are waiting on the agent to come back with the land layout... We are available most days. Mrkpytn... we would love to ... Read More
Looking to meet people for outings...
Hello Ex Pats... A gay married couple here, just moved to PR about a month ago... we are looking to meet open minded friends for outings. We were thinking of just actually going down the puerto rico day trips list and seeing how much of it we can ... Read More
Socializing in Fajardo, Ceiba area by ReyP
My wife does not speak Spanish, are there a lot of English speaking people in these towns (Fajardo, Ceiba)?
right now that's where we are staying... in Fajardo. There are some beautiful beaches and the only places we have eaten so far are the kioscos... good food! Read More
Moving to PR on the 13th by BearNVa
So we've basically liquidated almost everything we own and are making the move next week... first thing is we have an appointment to look at a house on the 15th in the west area near Las Marias etc... we will be renting a car for the first week ...
we bit the bullet yesterday and bought a 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara it only has 67000 miles on it and is in good condition... it has a V6 for hauling stuff and plenty of room for luggage...got it from the Mayag眉ez Ford dealership... the sales guy ... Read More
Moving to PR on the 13th by BearNVa
So we've basically liquidated almost everything we own and are making the move next week... first thing is we have an appointment to look at a house on the 15th in the west area near Las Marias etc... we will be renting a car for the first week ...
Well so far we really haven't done anything... we looked at one house today but I think it needs a little something and one wall on the carport was wood for whatever reason. My husband George and I are going to start looking for a 4x4 SUV ... Read More
Moving to PR on the 13th by BearNVa
So we've basically liquidated almost everything we own and are making the move next week... first thing is we have an appointment to look at a house on the 15th in the west area near Las Marias etc... we will be renting a car for the first week ...
We just put our feet on the ground in San Juan!!! Excited and all!!!! Read More
Moving to PR on the 13th
So we've basically liquidated almost everything we own and are making the move next week... first thing is we have an appointment to look at a house on the 15th in the west area near Las Marias etc... we will be renting a car for the first week ... Read More
Puerto Rico here we come!
Well we are headed to PR in April.... I can't wait! My husband and I are moving at first to see how we actually like living there. We are giving ourselves 3-6 months to find a house, learn the island area where we want to be (Mayaguez, Rincon, ... Read More
Excise tax? by BearNVa
I'm gonna be shipping two vehicles to the island. I've tried the website https://siscon.hacienda.gobierno.pr/Siscon/Portal/ARBAW951Form.aspx and I keep getting an error "No existen datos disponibles para su consulta" or "Data ...
Well thank you.. the older I get the more I'm like f*** it, it takes as long as it takes. Nothing a good stiff bushwacker from Calypso Cafe can't handle. ;o) Read More
Excise tax? by BearNVa
I'm gonna be shipping two vehicles to the island. I've tried the website https://siscon.hacienda.gobierno.pr/Siscon/Portal/ARBAW951Form.aspx and I keep getting an error "No existen datos disponibles para su consulta" or "Data ...
It's funny cause in the states I'm very impatient and get frustrated over stupid people and stupid stuff or what in my opinion is stupid stuff but when I'm in PR seems like everything is good even the waits, maybe. ;o) Read More
Excise tax?
I'm gonna be shipping two vehicles to the island. I've tried the website https://siscon.hacienda.gobierno.pr/Siscon/Portal/ARBAW951Form.aspx and I keep getting an error "No existen datos disponibles para su consulta" or "Data ... Read More
Real estate agent in Rincon? by davidtx
Hi. Does anyone happen to know of a real estate agent they can recommend in Rincon? thanks! David
Here is my contact for Island West. Juanita is very helpful and will go out of her way to get what you need. She is very polite and friendly. Hope this helps. Juanita Guedea Real Estate Agent Lic. # 501 Island West ... Read More
Health Insurance Puerto Rico by Michellehodges
My family and I are hoping to move to Puerto Rico around September 2015 and I'm hoping someone can share with me an affordable health insurance? Thanks
I live in Hampton Roads at the moment and we are planning to move this year... I saw you moved with 2 doggies... how did they get there? I have a 12 yr old min schnauzer and he is my 2 legged child in a 4 legged schnauzer form ;o) I want him to be ... Read More
Importing a classic car? by Bear66
I have been doing a bit of research but have not come up with any definitive answers for classic cars. When I move down to PR I would like to bring my '69 Jaguar with me. Currently it is registered as a classic car in NJ, which means that it is ...
Did you ever find out anything? Read More
Importing a classic car? by Bear66
I have been doing a bit of research but have not come up with any definitive answers for classic cars. When I move down to PR I would like to bring my '69 Jaguar with me. Currently it is registered as a classic car in NJ, which means that it is ...
Me and my partner are gonna move to Mayaguez in the near future... he has a 1972 Triumph Stag that has been restored and he also doesn't want to part with it....someone told me that the excise tax on classic cars is $750 for basically anything ... Read More
Skin so soft by tonie0750
Does anyone know where I could get some skin so soft without going to a Alvin dealer? I read somewhere that I could get it at a flea market at a booth that sells Alvin but I won't be in an area that has a flea market before next Tuesday. I am ...
How well do the essential oils work compared to OFF, in your opinion? Considering the new virus and dengue fever I'm wanting something that is gonna keep them way way way away LOL. I want them to die just by sensing my presence. Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 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 on ...
Thanks you 2.... Vglass I looked at some of your photos... very nice... Read More
New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourself here 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 on ...
Well Hello to everyone here... Currently I live in the states in Virginia. I visited Las Marias, PR in April and am headed back in Sept. Right now I'm researching trying to find out all I can about the culture, various places, crime rate, ... Read More