Bank of STX offers great service and they are building a second branch in Peters Rest. VI Community Bank is terrible. In the 15 months I banked ...

I didn't mean to imply that it is required. But by going with the seller you will be sure that they have provided all the required documentation, th...

You can register a car in the VI without a VI driver's license. You will need to purchase auto insurance first. Insurance isn't cheap here and most...

You don't see much driftwood on the beach. I think you need hardwood trees and most of what falls in the water around here is palm trees. Jim

You willneed to have insurance before you can get it registered. Search the board for previous post about shipping a car. Same process. Jim

There are quite a few paint stores on STX. Because of the tropical conditions everything has to be painted here more frequently. There are also sto...

Gallows Bay Appliances are excellent for service. They carry several lines including Kenmore. Forget buying used appliances unless you don't mi...

Be sure the car is worth shipping. It will cost you between $2- $3K to ship your car from Florida and get it on the road in SJU. Be sure that...

Get a vehicle with sturdy wheels and large tires. Better able to navigate the pot holes. With the hills, particularly if you are transporting four...

Keep in mind the the population of the VI is approx 110,000 spread over three major islands. Building height is restricted to three stories. ...

My previous comment stands. According to this statement on V&S Groups web page Cruzan rum is owned by the Swedish government. See below. V&...

Do you speak any Swedish? Cruzan is owned by the Swedish government. Jim

The boat trip itself takes about four days from Florida. However there are just two boats a week from either Tropical or Crowley. Before your ca...

Yes. You can only vote in the primary for candidates in the party for which you registered. Same as most states. Jim

Glad you are back and feeling better. Try Jet Development. I had them complete an extensive remodel of my place. Can't say enough good about th...

This is the VI. Things are behind the times. Up until recently they wanted a social security card so you could register to vote. Jim

I shipped a Jeep Wrangler down this spring from West Palm Beach on Tropical. Fleming handled all the details on STX including registration. Total co...

There are other things to do on STX besides beaches and diving. Both the landmark society and the botanical garden have a range of activities. L...

There is a help wanted ad running in the Avis. Armrey is looking for a cabinet installer. Jim

Just recently they put in mooring bouys all around STX. Jim

I am purchasing my Mitisbushi splits from Quality Electric. They recommended an installer. I have talked to him and he is very knowledgeable. Worke...

Before bringing your furniture to the VI consider if it is suitable for use in a tropical climate. There are reasons for using wicker, rattan or ...

The service at Bank of St Croix is very good. In addition to having on line banking they also now have their own debit cards and an ATM where you can...

I far as I could find out Amedex is the only carrier that is in network for the VI and PR. Their policy offers reasonable coverage. We are payi...

Based on my last bill from them I believe that they also charge a $0.15 fee for connecting an 800 call. It has never been worthwhile to me to call an...