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Did you know that Puerto-Rico is a US Territory, and that you can enjoy a dream lifestyle in a lush tropical paradise without ever leaving American soil? Yes, and you can! Browse through the FAQs below to discover the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about homeownership in Puerto Rico. And if the question you may have is not answered below, please fee free to fill out the form and we will do our best to provide an answer as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Yes, Puerto Rico is a US territory therefore you can buy property in PR. The process is different so make sure you hire an agent that understands the differences and can help you navigate the process to limit some of the frustrations you may encounter
You do not need a real estate agent to buy property in PR. But, I woudl highly encourage you to use a REALTOR to help you.. The process in Puerto Rico is different and you also are buying in an area where Spanish is the 1st language. If you do not cross your t's or dot your i's, you may be in a situation that will be very costly.
Puerto Rico is part of the US, therefore the currency is the US Dollar.
Yes, You have your traditional Mortgage loans that are availalbe to you: Conventional, FHA, VA, RD, etc.. But there are minor differences in some of the guidelines that can make a difference in your qualifications that would normally not affect you in the US. Use a Local Lender that is very knowledgable!
Probably not. Most of the US based banks and Mortgage companies will not do loans in Puerto Rico. Ask your local lender to see if they do loans in PR. Most likely you will need to use a local bank or mortgage company that is on the island to help you.
The Lender fees in PR are comparable to the ones in the US.
Besides your Lender fees, you will have 3rd party fees that are different compared to the US. Here is what your typical 3rd party fees you will have when buying a property in Puert Rico
Notary Fees:
In Puerto Rico, all closings are handled by Attornys\Notaries. They can chage a Maximum notary fee of 1% of the property value for the first $500,000 plus .5% of the amount in excess of $500,000
Registration and Filing Fees:
Several fees must be paid to different offices such as the Municipal Revenues Collection Center (CRIM), Treasury Department and Registry of Property. These fees are minimal and are not expected to exceed 0.5% of property value.
Internal Revenue Stamps:
Internal Revenue Stamps are puchased to be canceled on the original of deed of purchase and sale and first certified copy of deed to be filed in the Registry of Property. The notary keeps the original while the certified copy is filed at the Registry. Before applying for registration, filing vouchers for the Registry of Property must be bought first. Internal revenue stamps and vouchers are acquired electronically by lawyers/ notaries.
Attorney´s Fees:
Although not mandatory, it is highly advisable for foreign buyers to hire an attorney or lawyer. Attorney´s fees may vary depending on location and the complexity of the transaction. Most lawyers charge a percentage of the selling price, about 0.5% to 1%, while some lawyers charge a fixed fee or on an hourly basis. Each party pays for their own lawyer.
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Puerto Rico has an MLS but it is not utilized like it is in the states. You will have to look at many platforms to search for homes such as, Point2homes, Zillow, Clasificados, Realtor.com and many other platforms. We have made it easy for you to search for the majority of the in one place. Go to our HOME SEARCH page.. We gathered the most utilized platforms in one place.. Click Here to seach
No you do not.. You can and should only use one agent. I would make sure that agent is full time, very knowledgable about the island and most of all , give you the customer service you expect. Here at Puerto Rico Real Estate, we pride ourselves and constantly try to improve everyday to provide that service you expect and deserve.
I HIGHLY recommend you use a Real Estate Attorney anytime you buy a property in Puerto Rico. With the Lack of standardized MLS Contract and with everybody doing their own thing, the few hours in attorney fees you pay to have someone contractually bound to look after your best interests is priceless. We at Puerto Rico Real Estate, will not go into any transaction without a reputable Real Estate attorney involved
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Client Reviews.
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Queremos agradecerle la oportunidad que le brindo a una nueva familia puertorriqueña hacer realidad su sueño. Usted desde el primer momento fue una persona llena de compresión , lo que nos permitió ganar interés en unas de sus propiedades. En mi carácter personal gracias usted y su compañía hacen la diferencia en estos momentos tan difíciles. Quiero que sepa que todo aquel que me hable que esta interesado en alguna propiedad se lo vamos a referir. En estos momentos son muchos los que hacen su misma labor, pero lo que lo distingue a usted es su trato hacia los demás. La familia de Ricardo y Keishla están muy agradecidos. Que Dios continúe ayudándolo, para que a la vez pueda ayudar a los demás. Un abrazooooo Boricua!!!!!!!
Sarahid G.
2020-09-09
We want to thank you for the opportunity that you gave to a new Puerto Rican family to make their dream come true. You were a person full of understanding from the first moment, which allowed us to gain interest in one of your properties. In my personal character, thank you and your company make a difference in these difficult times. I want you to know that anyone who talks to me who is interested in a property we will refer it to you. At the moment there are many who do the same job, but what distinguishes you is your treatment of others. Ricardo and Keishla's family are very grateful. May God continue to help you, so that at the same time you can help others. A hug, Boricua !!!!!!!
Sarahid G.
2020-09-09
Super agradecida, me encanto el servicio. Quiero que me ayuden a conseguirle una propiedad a mi hijo!! Super grateful, I loved the service. I want you to help me get a property for my son !!
Carmen L.
2020-09-02
5 stars, Excellent! I am very happy and grateful for how they treated me and guided me in the process of obtaining the house, my mother and I are happy with how the closing went, attorney Delgado did an excellent job too. Wilfried and his team, especially Josivette, was very kind and patient with me and helped me a lot in the process, Thank you very much for everything!
Jowin M.
2020-08-28
When I was ready to buy my forever home in Puerto Rico, I contacted Will. He and his team worked hard to find houses that suited my needs. Within 4 weeks we found it. Will was excellent explaining the differences when buying in PR. He was understanding with my million question. Will and his team made this transaction smooth and we closed with no problems or unnecessary delays. Excellent experience.
Polly M
2020-08-21
Wilfried and his team made the process very easy. Being in the States, we loved that he went to the home and did a live video chat with us so we can see the home, They had great communication and made the process as smooth as possible. We will be recommending you to everyone we know!! We really excited about our new home in Puerto Rico
Anna O & Rich H.
2020-08-11
Tremendo equipo, muy comunicativos y atentos. El cierre se dio sin dificultad y rápido. Tremendous team, very communicative and attentive. The closing was done without difficulty and quickly.
Brenda P.
2020-08-07
5 estrellas, Porque fuiste muy atenta conmigo y me ayudaste a agilizar el proceso !! 5 stars, because you were very attentive to me and helped me speed up the process !!
Rosemarie A.
2020-07-24
Estoy tan agradecido con Puerto Rico Real Estate, me dieron la seguridad que necesitaba para tomar el paso y comprar mi hogar. Siempre estuvieron atentos y actualizandome en cada etapa del proceso I am so grateful to Puerto Rico Real Estate, they gave me the security I needed to take the plunge and buy my home. They were always attentive and updating me at every stage of the process
Jorge M.
2020-07-06
I am extremely satisfied with the service provided to us from Puerto Rico Real Estate. You and your team were very attentive, informative, and knowledgeable during this whole process. I was initially skeptical because my home buying process in the states took 3 months so I could not believe that my process in PR took 1 week (AMAZING). I can't say enough but, believe that if I ever need real estate services in the future I (with no hesitation) will contact your company.Definitely 10 stars! Best regards,
