QA TIME: The TRUTH about living in Puerto Rico

Living in Puerto Rico isn't always a walk on the beach. We're here to give you an honest and insightful look into the reality of living in Puerto Rico. While this tropical paradise may seem like a dream come true, we want to shed light on both the challenges and rewards of calling this beautiful island home.
We are also responding to some of the questions asked by you... our viewers.
We have created some services that we believe can better help some of you in your transition to PR.
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[@apolloascending249]

WEPA! Watching this gave me chills. I’m a college student planning to go to med school and I feel such a strong pull to the island. I hope when I become a doctor I can move there and give my kids the upbringing I wish I had.

[@backtotheislandPR]

We need more doctors and professionals coming back to the island! If it makes sense for you then go for it! We felt that same pull to come to PR and we love it! Thanks for sharing 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽

[@Marco-Alexi]

Gringos here. 20 years ago, we lived in Mayaguez for a couple years, but moved back stateside to facilitate an adoption. Im retiring early (52 years old) the end of 2024, selling our Texas home and moving to the Humacao area. Not rich by a long shot. Have just enough money to enjoy our last 20 years or so on the island we love. Will live in a typical PR neighborhood, drive a typical PR car, and have a typical PR "Salary" thru our investments stateside. Saddens me about the "Gringo go Home" movement viewing gringos as tax evaders or gentrification. We never complained about Puerto Ricans moving stateside to make more money, and saddened that some puerto ricans feel we shouldnt belong there. Just want to spend our remaining time without driving an hour each way to commute to work, living in a place full of arrogant, selfish, and rude people. We loved PR when we lived there before, and with all our heart hope it hasnt changed so much, that we cant love it again. You have a beautiful family. Hope we can maybe toss a couple lines in the water together sometime. Cheers !

[@diemaschine2287]

My wife was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She joins the military at 18. I’m a Florida born Gringo. When we got married she always talked about moving back to take care of her parents. When she retired after 17 years in the navy we moved to PR. It was a huge change for me not really speaking Spanish that well. Been 4 years and I have to say. Puerto Ricans are mostly nice and friendly. We live in the South en el campo Villalba it’s nice and quiet. But yea a huge cultural shift.

[@estherstephens1858]

It’s amazing how you went back to your island with an idea in mind to make things better for you and your family. I congratulate you on having your own business. It’s SO much harder and so much more work when you have your own business as opposed to working hard and long hours for someone else. Yet, much more rewarding. Especially, when you’re doing the right thing. I love that God’s plan is ALWAYS better than mine. Anyone who has faith understands that. I’m a 60 year young woman and loving what you’re doing. Keep up the great work.

[@backtotheislandPR]

Hi Esther, Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. Having your own business comes at a cost, but it does have it its rewards. Like you mentioned, we are working for ourselves and the future of our next generation. Many blessings 😊🙏

[@kings17court]

I'm a mainland Puerto Rican living in Florida, and I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Regarding the "tax evader" issue, if there is something in place which gringos could benefit from, why can't we Puerto Ricans benefit, too. I think it's just a silly/jealous mentality for people to have. Keep moving forward, doing your thing, benefiting honestly in your business, and connecting with PR. I love it. I also love the design choices in that home project that was featured in this video. Beautiful. I also love that you are a man of faith, standing on godly principles, and going to church. Beautiful.

[@mannymakingmoves]

There no tax evader issue. In fact we pay taxes however less than most states. Please note There also a $10k contribution you have to pay yearly to a Puerto Rico non profit of your choice which is not a requirement in the states and people seem to never mention that & that is what is keeping non profits afloat. In regards to locals there different portions of the tax incentives out there. 2 examples There a young entrepreneur program and not sure if you noticed but there a lot of locals starting businesses. They benefit with the export tax . So like online storefront and even brick & mortar where they sell to folks on the mainland. I encourage locals to get educated & take full advantage of what’s out there.

[@backtotheislandPR]

Couldnt have said it better @@mannymakingmoves

[@nandoit9173]

I love these video ur doing cause it encourage GODS children portoriqueno to return back home with a different prespective. please continue to give us more update , originally from caborrojo havent been there in years. miss home

[@backtotheislandPR]

We feel the Lord is calling us to just that. Come back with a different perspective and mindset, we feel is much needed here. 🙏

[@teddydavis2339]

Congratulations! Don't listen to the haters. Live your life. Your light shines through the screen. I wish you and your family the very best.

[@nandoit9173]

God guided you back home , love ur beautiful family lots of blessing here from ny

[@robertofigueroa465]

Your awesome bro...keep doing what you doing, God Bless you bro.

[@Nickcooperrei]

I don’t know how this popped up on my timeline but my wife and I plan on moving to the island. Her family is there and her uncle is a builder too. We should definitely connect.

[@hectorcolon733]

IS NICE TO HEAR THOSE WORDS ABOUT THE LORD keep moving forward continue believing in God the lord is precious, God bless you and your family ❤

[@angelcolon3985]

Happy to have found your Channel, i have property in Aguadilla up the hill from crashboat in need of some work. Hopefully sooner than later. Stay blessed.

[@backtotheislandPR]

Hey hope all goes well with your reno! If you need any contractor services shoot me an email [e-mail] 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽

[@airnflips7]

Luv ya brotha . Humble, honest, family man gettin it right for "la famila" ! Yourself of course too ... an island life . Blessed and healthy 🙏🏽 Oo yea and the "meditation" part 👍🏽

[@villadelmonteTV]

TU TERMINARAS COMO UN PASTOR EN PR ME ENCANTA !!!

[@rayrivera3374]

Just found your channel today, love the drive and your vision I’m going to be in the market shortly for a builder God willing if everything works out. I might have to reach out to you, not sure if you only work to a specific region in PR.? Either way stay positive and keep pushing forward GB.

[@madelinevegas8123]

My mom and dad are from Isabella they are not with me anymore I have great memories when I was growing up visiting them I’m from NYC I understand the rat race you spoke about

[@dorrengilbert804]

You do have it correct. Family is number one. You dont owe anyone anything as far as explanations. Live life.

[@ChasinReef]

Great Video Amen nos encanta primera vez que loa vemos tambien acabamos de comprar en Isabela PR y estamos planiando varios projectos tambien guardare su info. Que Dios continue guiando sus pasos. Bendiciones

[@backtotheislandPR]

Amen igualmente muchas bendiciones 🙏🏽

[@wilfredolopez4768]

Nothing happens unless God permites it , your are in PR for a reason brother. God bless

[@backtotheislandPR]

So true, amen thank you Wilfredo 🙏🏽

[@ashantimendez5095]

I love what you guys are doing.

[@backtotheislandPR]

Thank you!

[@Lacaribena809]

Beautiful 🤩

[@OnlyAnthoz]

Amen brother

[@ritagonzalez8923]

Tell me about the heat,how it’s?No air conditioner? Maybe not bad because it’s a big land?😊

[@villadelmonteTV]

LOVE IT

[@TheAirborne82]

I just accepted a position as a civil engineer there in San Juan. I was there in Ponce for a month 2 years ago so I kind of know what to expect. But man am I still nervous.

[@desireeugarte9575]

Thank you for this. I’ve had a soul desire to move to the island, but have yet to do it. I’m at a place now where I may be able to do it.

[@backtotheislandPR]

That is awesome! 🎉

[@HectorGutz]

- Go for it, I did it 50 years ago and don't regret it.

[@adrianfernandez6644]

Just follow his plan for your family's and U brother

[@HectorGutz]

Moving to Puerto Rico, is like a New Yorker moving to West Virginia, Alabama, or Colorado, except for the language barrier. Puerto Rico is a mini U.S.A. Move to Metropolitan San Juan and you experience the rat race. Moving to the rural area, is like any small town or city in U.S.A. Move to the mountains, in some places, it's like living in the Appalachian Mountains, except for the wild life (no wolves, bears, rattlesnake, etc.). In the mountain you should be able to speak Spanish and with a twange (very nazal); because that's how our hillbillies speak, and you'll easily stand out, if you are not one of them. Most of these mountain folks, originated from the mountain of Spain, when the Spanish government was giving 5 Acres of land to families, to settle this Island (18th and 19th Centuries). But if you only speak English only, learn Spanish, and they will accept you better. And you won't feel lonely among our super happy people. The best of Puerto Rico, is no hate, no racism, no KKK, limited bigotry, very little homelessness and the people are very well educated and friendly.

[@joncas83]

Love your Videos ! I im planning to start My 1st reno in south side of the island where my Family is from Around Ponce & Penuelas. Is there anyway we can talk some details ?

[@backtotheislandPR]

That sounds good to me! Shoot me an email [e-mail] we can connect 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽

[@foodiesnetwork727]

im gonna be moving around december from fla as well im in Stpete! but not gonna lie im a little nervous lol

[@backtotheislandPR]

@foodiesnetwork727 Hi, it can definitely be nerve-wracking moving from Florida to PR (moving in general). We have definitely been in your shoes and know how you feel. We have actually created a consultation service through booksy, where you can ask every question you may have about moving to Puerto Rico, lifestyle, culture, and maybe some real estate and investing if you wish. The hope is that we can help make this move a little easier and a lot more clear in what's to come. Here is our link in case you may be interested. turningkeysscoutingservices.booksy.com. It will also be in our description. We wish you all the best and are excited with you about your move. 😊🤗

[@allborosnyc4544]

I like this video and respect your entrepreneurship. I don't understand why people say "you want to evade taxes"? I think they are jealous, you have a business and yes there are write off but you also have to pay taxes for yourself and employees. I also don't get it when your own kind thinks you're trying to take advantage of the people in Puerto Rico?? You have a contracting business & if you give competitive prices with good work then what's the problem. People have choices so nobody is taking advantage. Again, its jealousy.

[@elizabethgonzalez3049]

Where and how did you get the capital to start flipping ? My husband has had his home remodeled small business here in Florida for quite a few years , but thinking of moving back to the Island in the very near future I say in about 4 to 6 months of this year 2024

[@backtotheislandPR]

Hello, We started our first flip with a hard money loan. Then we took out a HELOC on the house and used that to fund the flips in PR.

[@ali3nwar]

My Plan is to move back to Puerto Rico, I will call you to build my House....

[@Blueskyz316]

If youre ever interested in housing a family for exchange of work , let me know lol ❤ i want to move to the island but dont even know where to start and id need a job asap just to build my life there .

[@cryptopedia6045]

Hey bro, I live in Arecibo and was wondering how I can get in touch with you for a possible project.

[@cryptopedia6045]

lol found ur info :)

[@backtotheislandPR]

@@cryptopedia6045 ok, great. 👍

[@Glamazondiva97]

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