Why I REALLY Moved to Puerto Rico, and You Should Too: Act 20 and Act 22 in Puerto Rico allow for tax benefits that US citizens can obtain nowhere else in the world
Why I REALLY Moved to Puerto Rico, and You Should Too
by Louis James, Chief Metals & Mining Investment Strategist
By becoming a bona fide resident of Puerto Rico, you can escape paying high US taxes legally, still retain your American citizenship, and avoid paying the hefty exit tax.
You see, since Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory (commonwealth) of the US, it’s allowed to have a special tax arrangement.
Namely, legal residents of Puerto Rico who earn their income in Puerto Rico do not pay US federal income taxes.
All Puerto Ricans are already US citizens, and since it is a commonwealth of the US, Americans are generally free to stay on the island without restriction and do not even need a passport to travel there. It’s like visiting another state for most purposes, though one that predominately speaks Spanish.
But speaking Spanish is not a necessity to move there… you don’t need to learn Spanish to get around Puerto Rico. Many expats and relocated mainland Americans only speak English and get along just fine.
While mainland Americans who become Puerto Rican residents do not have to pay US federal income taxes on income earned on the island, they still have to pay local Puerto Rican taxes.
Traditionally, those taxes have been very close to those back home, so the island’s unique tax status didn’t net much benefit.
Bradley's Blog:Jason Bradley is a freelance writer, editor, and blogger. Jason blogs about transportation, hobbies, travel, and other random topics.
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Saturday, March 5, 2016
Dakota Outerwear: Veteran Owned Military Surplus and Outdoor Gear
https://www.dakotaouterwear.com/
We are a veteran-owned small business providing military clothing and accessories. We are located in Northwestern North Dakota. We're dedicated to supplying the US Military, National Guard, police, and other governmental agencies-local, state and federal-with clothing and other gear.
Dakota Outerwear Co. is a GSA contractor that sells specialized police and military clothing and equipment. We use high tech fabrics and fibers designed to provide the utmost in comfort and safety in all weather extremes. From hats to boots, gloves, coveralls, uniforms, underwear and individual equipment, whether on duty or off, at work or play, we have everything. We regularly source hard-to-find police and military clothing products which are either unique or have unique applications, and we are always seeking to include the most innovative and cutting edge technology in our products.
If you are a soldier, in law enforcement, or just love the outdoors, you will find quality products and friendly service at Dakota Outerwear Co., a veteran owned small business; after all, we have experience in the field and know you're looking for quality clothing and gear.
Please call us with any questions at 800-252-8455.
We are a veteran-owned small business providing military clothing and accessories. We are located in Northwestern North Dakota. We're dedicated to supplying the US Military, National Guard, police, and other governmental agencies-local, state and federal-with clothing and other gear.
Dakota Outerwear Co. is a GSA contractor that sells specialized police and military clothing and equipment. We use high tech fabrics and fibers designed to provide the utmost in comfort and safety in all weather extremes. From hats to boots, gloves, coveralls, uniforms, underwear and individual equipment, whether on duty or off, at work or play, we have everything. We regularly source hard-to-find police and military clothing products which are either unique or have unique applications, and we are always seeking to include the most innovative and cutting edge technology in our products.
If you are a soldier, in law enforcement, or just love the outdoors, you will find quality products and friendly service at Dakota Outerwear Co., a veteran owned small business; after all, we have experience in the field and know you're looking for quality clothing and gear.
Please call us with any questions at 800-252-8455.
Friday, March 4, 2016
DUI Trucker Says His Body Brews Its Own Alcohol
DUI Trucker Says His Body Brews Its Own Alcohol
From Truckers Report:
"A trucker who was convicted of a DUI
claims that he hadn’t had anything to drink and blames his blood alcohol
content on an unusual cause – he claims that his body makes its own
alcohol.
After Ray C. Lewis, a driver for the
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, overturned his truck hauling a
load of 11,000 young salmon because he swerved to avoid hitting a deer,
police tested his blood alcohol content (BAC). It returned as a 0.29
despite the fact that Lewis claimed he hadn’t had any alcohol that day."
From Truckers Report:
"A trucker who was convicted of a DUI
claims that he hadn’t had anything to drink and blames his blood alcohol
content on an unusual cause – he claims that his body makes its own
alcohol.
After Ray C. Lewis, a driver for the
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, overturned his truck hauling a
load of 11,000 young salmon because he swerved to avoid hitting a deer,
police tested his blood alcohol content (BAC). It returned as a 0.29
despite the fact that Lewis claimed he hadn’t had any alcohol that day."
Fake Police Pulls Over Trucker, Gets Arrested
Fake Police Pulls Over Trucker, Gets Arrested
"Apologize to Jesus"
Be careful in Wisconsin Drivers
"One driver last week had a rather unusual encounter with the law. A
man posing as a police officer forced him to pull over, climbed onto the
hood of the vehicle, and reported yelled at the driver to “apologize to
Jesus” for speeding.
On the morning of February 26th, the trucker was driving
northbound on I-43 in Wisconsin when a black BMW started flashing his
headlights at him, pulling in front of him and slowing down, and
flashing his blinkers. Finally, the BMW got in front of the truck and
slowed to 10mph, so the driver called the police and pulled to the side
of the road."
"Apologize to Jesus"
Be careful in Wisconsin Drivers
"One driver last week had a rather unusual encounter with the law. A
man posing as a police officer forced him to pull over, climbed onto the
hood of the vehicle, and reported yelled at the driver to “apologize to
Jesus” for speeding.
On the morning of February 26th, the trucker was driving
northbound on I-43 in Wisconsin when a black BMW started flashing his
headlights at him, pulling in front of him and slowing down, and
flashing his blinkers. Finally, the BMW got in front of the truck and
slowed to 10mph, so the driver called the police and pulled to the side
of the road."
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
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Techniques all SEO content writers should use via Outspreading.com
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How to Get Started as an SEO Content Writer
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http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/2015/04/seo-content-tools-tips/
Techniques all SEO content writers should use via Outspreading.com
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How to Get Started as an SEO Content Writer
https://moz.com/beginners-guide-to-seo
/Moz-The-Beginners-Guide-To-SEO.pdf
how-to-start-a-blog-the-ultimate-guide/
8 Free Courses on Content #Marketing and #Writing
8 Free Courses on Content #Marketing and #Writing
Whether you’ve given writing content for the web
a shot or not, it’s safe to say that in most situations a little bit of
training is needed. Writing content online definitely sounds easy
enough, but there are actually many different kinds of content that get
published, all with different marketing needs. You have to think about
more than just the words on a page.
via: https://www.searchenginejournal.com
Whether you’ve given writing content for the web
a shot or not, it’s safe to say that in most situations a little bit of
training is needed. Writing content online definitely sounds easy
enough, but there are actually many different kinds of content that get
published, all with different marketing needs. You have to think about
more than just the words on a page.
via: https://www.searchenginejournal.com
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Description:
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SuccessWorks’ founder, Heather Lloyd-Martin, developed the first SEO Copywriting Certification program in 2010. It is the only industry-endorsed training program that teaches writers SEO copywriting best practices.
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How to Make $250 Per Day — Or More — Writing Simple Web Articles
How to Make $250 Per Day — Or More — Writing Simple Web Articles
From the article:
What is SEO Writing?
SEO stands for search engine optimization. This niche involves writing content in a particular way to drive traffic to a website and/or blog. It’s quick and easy to do, and it pays handsomely!
As an SEO Article Writer, You Can Start Bringing in Clients in Less than 1 Week — Really!
In this ebook, I detail how I went from 0 clients to 4 paid projects in less than one week writing SEO articles — at $25 per 500-word article. I now charge much more ($85), occasionally billing as much as $100 TO $150 per article. See my current SEO article writing rates on my SEO writing company’s website.
FYI, many of these articles take me 20-45 minutes to write, translating into a salary of $40-$75/hour. Did you know that on the low end of $40/hour, that equates to an annual salary of over $70,000 ($40/hour x 35 hours/week x 52 weeks/year)?
And, I’m not the only one who has experienced this kind of success. Below are case studies and actual testimonials of other freelancer writers who have done the same thing — in the same amount of time. One is a college student who landed 4 clients just a few days after buying the ebook — and went on to quit his job waiting tables soon thereafter.
There are many claims of making good money writing articles specific to Search Engine Optimization, but I have found most of the content mills don't pay much...most of my experiences have found that they pay around one cent per word.
Here is one of the case studies:
SEO Writing Case Study #2: College Student Who Lands 4 SEO Clients in 2 Days
SEO Work Success!!! (Title of the email): Received 4/15/2008
Hi Yuwanda,
I just wanted to share with you my story, briefly. I am currently a 5th year senior in college, and I’ve been running a (failing) copywriting business for the last year, trying to get work from local businesses in the area. I stumbled across your website last week and bought your eBook because it seemed interesting (and was only 10 bucks*). After reading it, I decided to give SEO writing a try.
*This was the introductory price of the ebook.
This afternoon (Monday), I sent out 24 emails to companies requesting work after setting up an SEO page on my website (he listed his website). Within an HOUR, I had one email requesting samples, and a phone call requesting my services! Within twelve hours, I had FOUR companies asking me to write for them!!! (emphasis added) I’m officially a writer now!
And, because I serve tables for a living, replacing my income won’t be that hard! By the end of this week, I should know whether or not I can go freelance FULL TIME! (emphasis added) And I just wanted to send you an emphatic “thank you” for providing me the blueprint for this. The guy that called me today said I was “in the right profession” right now. I have a profession! And I don’t graduate for another month!
I am terribly thankful that this is working, and I can’t wait to see what other work I can dig up this week. Thank you so much for providing direction for my freelance writing! If there’s any way I can repay you, let me know!
From the article:
What is SEO Writing?
SEO stands for search engine optimization. This niche involves writing content in a particular way to drive traffic to a website and/or blog. It’s quick and easy to do, and it pays handsomely!
As an SEO Article Writer, You Can Start Bringing in Clients in Less than 1 Week — Really!
In this ebook, I detail how I went from 0 clients to 4 paid projects in less than one week writing SEO articles — at $25 per 500-word article. I now charge much more ($85), occasionally billing as much as $100 TO $150 per article. See my current SEO article writing rates on my SEO writing company’s website.
FYI, many of these articles take me 20-45 minutes to write, translating into a salary of $40-$75/hour. Did you know that on the low end of $40/hour, that equates to an annual salary of over $70,000 ($40/hour x 35 hours/week x 52 weeks/year)?
And, I’m not the only one who has experienced this kind of success. Below are case studies and actual testimonials of other freelancer writers who have done the same thing — in the same amount of time. One is a college student who landed 4 clients just a few days after buying the ebook — and went on to quit his job waiting tables soon thereafter.
There are many claims of making good money writing articles specific to Search Engine Optimization, but I have found most of the content mills don't pay much...most of my experiences have found that they pay around one cent per word.
Here is one of the case studies:
SEO Writing Case Study #2: College Student Who Lands 4 SEO Clients in 2 Days
SEO Work Success!!! (Title of the email): Received 4/15/2008
Hi Yuwanda,
I just wanted to share with you my story, briefly. I am currently a 5th year senior in college, and I’ve been running a (failing) copywriting business for the last year, trying to get work from local businesses in the area. I stumbled across your website last week and bought your eBook because it seemed interesting (and was only 10 bucks*). After reading it, I decided to give SEO writing a try.
*This was the introductory price of the ebook.
This afternoon (Monday), I sent out 24 emails to companies requesting work after setting up an SEO page on my website (he listed his website). Within an HOUR, I had one email requesting samples, and a phone call requesting my services! Within twelve hours, I had FOUR companies asking me to write for them!!! (emphasis added) I’m officially a writer now!
And, because I serve tables for a living, replacing my income won’t be that hard! By the end of this week, I should know whether or not I can go freelance FULL TIME! (emphasis added) And I just wanted to send you an emphatic “thank you” for providing me the blueprint for this. The guy that called me today said I was “in the right profession” right now. I have a profession! And I don’t graduate for another month!
I am terribly thankful that this is working, and I can’t wait to see what other work I can dig up this week. Thank you so much for providing direction for my freelance writing! If there’s any way I can repay you, let me know!
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