For years, I’ve helped entrepreneurs and investors take advantage of Puerto Rico’s Act 60. Most people hear 4% corporate tax or 0% capital gains and stop there, and yes, those benefits can be life-changing for business owners and investors. But that’s just the headline. What keeps people here long-term, and what keeps me coming back every few weeks, is something deeper: the lifestyle.
Growing up in Puerto Rico was a blessing. Every time I return, I’m reminded of why I love it, and why so many of my clients end up saying that relocating wasn’t just a tax strategy, but one of the best decisions of their life.
Puerto Rico is more than a business-friendly jurisdiction
When the local government consolidated incentives under Act 60, the goal wasn’t just to attract investors, it was to stimulate long-term economic development, new businesses, job creation, and tourism. The incentive system was designed to support innovation, attract capital, and bring high-skill professionals to the island.
That economic push has created real momentum:
- improvements in entrepreneurship
- more co-working hubs and startup spaces
- better infrastructure for remote workers
- expanded airline routes and tourism growth
But if you ask anyone who has moved here under Act 60 why they stay, they’ll rarely talk about tax forms. They talk about the lifestyle.
Nature you can’t ignore
On such a small island, everything is close, beaches, rainforest, mountains, rivers, and world-class diving, making Puerto Rico one of the most geographically diverse places in the Caribbean.
You can hike El Yunque National Forest in the morning, swim at Luquillo Beach in the afternoon, eat in Old San Juan by sunset.
Some of the highlights:
- 272 miles of coastline and hundreds of beaches
- World-renowned surfing in Rincón and Aguadilla
- Bioluminescent bays in Vieques, Fajardo, and La Parguera
- Waterfalls in Utuado, Orocovis, Jayuya, and San Sebastián
- Caves, canyons, and mountain ranges for climbing, biking, and hiking
Even if you’re not the adventurous type, you feel the difference, you’re outside more, you’re active, and stress levels drop. Many of our clients say their quality of life improved before their tax savings ever hit their bank account.
Food, culture, and a community that feels alive
Puerto Rico’s culture is impossible to ignore, music, incredible food, festivals, and family-style community are part of everyday life. Whether someone lives in Condado, Dorado, Isla Verde, or a quiet mountain town, people find connection and warmth quickly.
You’ll hear the same thing again and again from entrepreneurs who relocate:
“We came for taxes, but we stayed for the community.”
New residents typically discover:
- Farm-to-table produce everywhere
- Local fishermen bringing fresh seafood daily
- Coffee plantations in the mountains
- Outdoor cafés and restaurants year-round
- Street festivals, parades, and cultural events every month
As someone who was raised here, coming back isn’t just a trip, it’s coming home.
A healthier pace of life
Before most of my clients moved to Puerto Rico, the questions were all financial:
- Will I qualify for Act 60?
- What are the residency rules?
- How much will I actually save switching to the 4% rate?
But six months after moving, the conversation changes.
They’re playing tennis, kayaking, volunteering, learning salsa, eating fresh food, making friends, and watching their kids grow up outdoors.
The World Health Organization has recognized Puerto Rico for one of the highest life expectancies in the region, and several studies have linked proximity to nature with improved physical and mental health. Here, nature is part of daily life, whether you intend it to be or not.
Why entrepreneurs love it
From a business standpoint, Puerto Rico is increasingly remote-work friendly and globally connected:
- U.S. dollar and U.S. banking system
- Fiber internet and strong telecom infrastructure
- Co-working spaces across the island
- Flights to major U.S. cities in 2–4 hours
- U.S. legal system and federal jurisdiction
If you operate a qualifying export services business — consulting, creative agencies, software development, e-commerce support, financial services, marketing, design — Act 60 can provide the 4% fixed corporate rate and 100% tax exemption on distributions.
Add the lifestyle, and it’s easy to see why this relocation is becoming a long-term strategy, not just a temporary tax move.
A real community of entrepreneurs and investors
Every month, new founders, investors, remote workers, and digital entrepreneurs arrive with the same goal: build a great business, but live a great life.
The network in Puerto Rico has become a unique mix:
- Tech founders
- Finance professionals
- Real estate developers
- Crypto and blockchain investors
- Creative and marketing agencies
- Small business owners expanding into global markets
There are weekly meetups, mastermind groups, professional associations, and volunteer programs. It’s not unusual to meet people who came for taxes and ended up launching new businesses, collaborations, or investments because of the community they found here.
Why I personally keep coming back
For me, it’s simple.
- I can walk on the beach before breakfast.
- I can hike waterfalls on a Saturday morning and barbecue with family in the evening.
- I can meet clients from the U.S. or Latin America with a short nonstop flight.
- I’m surrounded by culture, food, and people who feel like home.
That combination, tax advantages + quality of life, is rare anywhere in the world.
It’s not just where you live, it’s how you live
If you’re considering relocating under Act 60, you’ll find that most people don’t talk about taxes forever. Eventually they say the same thing I do:
- “I’m healthier here.”
- “My stress is gone.”
- “My kids are outdoors instead of staring at screens.”
- “I didn’t expect to fall in love with the island.”
That’s the side of Act 60 no one tells you about.
We help clients from the very beginning
A lot of people assume we only handle compliance after someone relocates.
The reality is we guide clients from day one.
- Act 60 application
- Corporate setup
- Residency planning
- Filing assistance
- Annual compliance
- Payroll and reporting
- Business certifications
- ROI and economic impact documentation
We handle the financial and regulatory side so you can enjoy Puerto Rico the way it’s meant to be enjoyed, with peace of mind.
If you’re wondering whether Act 60 and a Puerto Rico relocation could improve both your business and your quality of life, we’re happy to walk you through it. A short consultation can give you clarity on tax benefits, compliance requirements, and what to expect when you make the move.
Puerto Rico shaped and changed my life, and I’ve watched it do the same for many of my clients.
It might just do the same for you.