I was recently quoted in The New York Post in a major feature titled “Forget Miami: These Are the Hot New Destinations for the Ultra-Wealthy in 2025.” The story — which examined where America’s wealthiest individuals are choosing to relocate right now — was subsequently syndicated on Yahoo Finance, reaching millions of readers — many of them the exact high-net-worth entrepreneurs and investors actively considering a Puerto Rico relocation.

Puerto Rico — and specifically Dorado Beach — was identified as one of the premier destinations drawing ultra-wealthy Americans away from longtime strongholds like Miami, Austin, and New York. The driving force? Act 60. And as the Post came to me for expert insight, my answer was clear.

Why 99% of My Clients Are Here for the Tax Advantages

When The New York Post reached out for insight on what’s driving the Puerto Rico migration, my answer was direct and unambiguous:

“Ninety-nine percent of my clients are coming here for the tax advantages.”

That number might surprise people. But when you understand what Act 60 actually offers, it becomes immediately clear why financially sophisticated individuals — entrepreneurs, hedge fund managers, crypto investors, tech founders — are making the decision to relocate to Puerto Rico.

What Act 60 Actually Offers: The Numbers That Change Everything

Puerto Rico’s Act 60 — officially known as the Resident Tax Incentive Code — was signed into law in 2019 and has recently been extended through 2055, providing long-term certainty for those who relocate. As reported in the Post, the core benefits are extraordinary. You can read the full details on my Puerto Rico Tax Incentives page, but the headline numbers are:

• 4% corporate tax rate — compared to 21% federal and up to 13.3% in California

• 0% federal capital gains tax — for gains accrued after establishing bona fide residency

• 183 days per year — the residency requirement to qualify

For a founder sitting on $10 million in appreciated stock, or a crypto investor with significant unrealized gains, the math is transformative. The tax savings alone can fund an extraordinary lifestyle in one of the most beautiful places in the world — while remaining on U.S. soil with all the legal protections that come with it.

3,500 Participants — and Growing Fast

As I shared with The New York Post, more than 3,500 participants are currently taking advantage of Act 60. And the demographics tell the full story: they are predominantly from the finance, crypto, and technology worlds.

The Post highlighted several early and prominent adopters — including hedge fund manager John Paulson and digital asset investor Michael Terpin — who established residency in Puerto Rico in the program’s early years. They were the trailblazers. Today, their success stories have created a powerful word-of-mouth pipeline that is bringing a new wave of entrepreneurs, investors, and business builders to the island every month.

The Real Estate Market Has Responded Accordingly

The influx of high-net-worth relocators has had a direct and dramatic effect on Puerto Rico’s property market. According to data cited in The New York Post from the Federal Housing Finance Agency, home values in Puerto Rico rose 11.6% year-over-year in Q1 2025 — outpacing every single U.S. state in annual price growth.

Nowhere is this more visible than here in Dorado Beach. The combination of limited inventory, world-class amenities, and a community of like-minded Act 60 residents has made Dorado the most sought-after address in the Caribbean for wealthy mainland Americans. Recent transactions within the community have set new price records for Puerto Rico, with beachfront estates now trading in the $30–$40 million range.

Why Dorado Beach Is Where Act 60 Residents Choose to Live

My clients are not moving to Puerto Rico to retire. They are entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and risk-takers — people at the height of their wealth creation who want to keep more of what they build while living somewhere extraordinary.

Dorado Beach delivers exactly that. Within this gated, master-planned community anchored by the Ritz-Carlton Reserve, residents find:

• Privacy and security in a fully gated environment with 24/7 staffing

• A tight-knit global community of fellow founders, investors, and executives

• World-class golf, beach access, dining, and wellness amenities — daily

• 30 minutes from San Juan’s international airport with direct flights to New York, Miami, and beyond

It’s not just a place to satisfy a 183-day residency requirement. It’s a place people genuinely don’t want to leave.

Considering the Move? Let’s Talk.

If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or business owner exploring what Act 60 could mean for your financial future — and what Dorado Beach looks like as your next home — I’d welcome a private, no-pressure conversation.

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About Christian Kleiner

Christian Kleiner is the Founder & CEO of Christian Kleiner Luxury Real Estate, Puerto Rico’s premier luxury real estate brokerage specializing in Act 60 relocation. He has been featured in The New York Post, Yahoo Finance, and Mansion Global as a leading authority on Puerto Rico’s luxury real estate market.