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RudyEW
American expat in Puerto Rico
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About me
American
Lives in Humacao
Speaks English, French, some Spanish
Registration: 04 August 2013
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Looking for gay expats living in Panama by Rotty209
Hi everyone, my partner and I are planning to move abroad from Canada to retire. We still have a few years left before getting there. We are two guys, not into public acts of affection, friendly and opened to all kinds of different people. We were ...
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Hi,I am single, retired veteran currently living in Puerto Rico. I have been doing some research of worldwide places to relocate to and Panama is looking as a perfect alternative location for me. I am looking at Panama City but is open to other ... Read More
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It's been a month now since arriving in PR by Jeffreyglenn5a
As promised it鈥檚 been a month now since arriving aboard. I arrived 5/17 and had to start work on the 21st. With two suit cases and a carry on with my uniforms it was a world wind for 30 days.Me being me I arrived with no place to stay and ...
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@Jeffreyglenn5a Welcome to Puerto Rico! Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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Thanks William! Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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Great! Thank you George! Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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Hello G1977, Do you have phone # or email address for Javier Carvajal that you can share? Thanks. Rudy Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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Good Afternoon All: Great! Still searching so I hope to make progress with either Fembi or one of the credit unions on the Island. Checked with PenFed this morning and they don't do construction loans, just mortgage for existing houses. I ... Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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Hi William, Great information! That is helpful. I am heading to the island next month to specifically look into financing. I do like the fact that the bank/credit union do a thorough check on the prospective contractor and inspect at each phases ... Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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NobodyCares, Make sure you check with the bank that you have the pre-approved loan with. Some banks on the mainland will not approved construction loan for Puerto Rico, I am with USAA and they told me that they will only approve finance for homes ... Read More
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Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
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Hello NobodyCares, I am trying to get the same information about getting a construction Loan to build in Caguas. I already have my land and it's paid for. I am a veteran and , gracias a Dios, I am not worried about my credit score, I just ... Read More
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Cost of Living in Puerto Rico in 2021 by Cheryl
Hello everybody, We would like to take stock of the changing cost of living in Puerto Rico, particularly in your city or region. The aim is to measure the impact that the health crisis may have had on your expenses. This will help other ...
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Good question! Relocating to Caguas at the end of this year and researching all these information. Any information/recommendation anyone can provide for shipping companies will be appreciated. Thank you and stay safe! Read More
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Tax on personal household goods when relocating to PR by Sobedani
We have seen different information on what is taxed when you move it to PR. Some sources state that the entire shipment, if over $2500 , is taxable. Others read that if there is a single commodity or "collection" that is valued at over ...
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ReyP, Great information. Good to know. What taxes are involved with shipping a car? I will ship from the states. Any information you can provide will be helpful. Thanks. Rudy Read More
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COVID-19 and expatriation in Puerto Rico by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Puerto Rico, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
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The current crisis may delay my scheduled trip to the Island the end of May 2020 but has not effected my long-term plan to relocate to Puerto Rico at the end of 2021. Of course, I have some concerns but I am optimistic that Puerto Rico will ... Read More
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Car Shipping recommendations by zjr
We will be moving to San Juan from Atlanta, GA in December and are trying to find the most reasonable and reliable auto shipper we can. Unfortunately, I have not had much success so far. If anyone has had a good experience, I would love to know. We ...
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Good information. Very helpful will need that information in the near future before my move to Caguas. Thanks. 馃憤馃徑 Read More
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The Best Places in PR to live by holisticdoc
The entire island has a lot to offer. There are pluses and minuses but it is still a matter of taste and convenience. With that said, which area or town do you find to be the best place in PR to live, considering the following factors: * ...
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Totally agree with you. Weekend trips to the west are always fun...miss the Island and looking forward to return. Read More
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Land Owner in Caguas by RudyEW
I purchased a land in Caguas and plan to build before relocating to the Island. What are your recommendations about finding the right builder on the Island?
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ReyP, Thank you! Good advise and that's also in my plans to move and rent first. Rudy Read More