Trixie2
American looking for information about Mexico
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About me
American
Lives in Ensenada, Baja California
Registration: 02 November 2019
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Can anybody recommend me a good attorney? by DocDoofus
I'm 67 in Las Vegas. I pay about $1,300 a month for a small one-bedroom apartment and live by myself. I'm trying to find a way to save money and have a good time at the same time. I've been looking at Mexico for years. The plan I'm coming up with ...
I moved down to the Ensenada area not knowing s soul. I rented an Airbnb for a month while I looked for a place. You can post in the Ensenada 色花堂s group on Facebook about your requirements for a rental. It's best to come down here and look ... Read More
Living in baja California by Carmelgal65
Looking at buying something and moving there. What are jobs like for bankers?
You would need a visa with permission to work. Which involves having a job offer from an employer. Pay is low here compared to the US.Working online for a US company or commuting to the San Diego iarea is what most US citizens do here for work. Read More
What places are safe everyday living in Mexico? by chickwithmakeup
Thinking about relocating to a safe small community in Mexico
Are you looking to live in a mostly expat community? Baja or mainland? Beach or mountain? Define safe. You might try joining some of the expat groups on Facebook. Tons of information there Read More
Beach area ,mild climate, flowers blooming by sharonoasishousinginc
We鈥檙e looking in Baja Norte next week for a place that has a temperate climate , where flowers can bloom abundantly and keeps the flavor of old Mexico not an American suburb. Near lake , river or the beach would be awesome. As we tour we want ...
Would highly suggest if you're on Facebook to join some of area specific 色花堂 groups Ensenada 色花堂s if you're interested in that area for more general info on Baja Talk Baja is another good source of info Read More
Beach area ,mild climate, flowers blooming by sharonoasishousinginc
We鈥檙e looking in Baja Norte next week for a place that has a temperate climate , where flowers can bloom abundantly and keeps the flavor of old Mexico not an American suburb. Near lake , river or the beach would be awesome. As we tour we want ...
@sharonoasishousingincI live about an hour south of Ensenada in beach community that is 99,%American retirees and those who live here but work across the border.Climate is San Diego can be cold in winter last winter was unseasonably cold and wet. ... Read More
Requirements for Residency vs Monthly Income by kenolsonco
I'm seeing so many posts looking for cheap housing, some as low as USD 250.00 per month and wonder is this is all they can afford, or on a very limited income, how can these people pass the residency requirements of having either a guaranteed income ...
They here illegally Read More
Paying my US credit card with Pesos!! How do I do this??? by jessicastyler
Hi! I can't seem to find anywhere that explains how to: #1 - Transfer pesos into dollars with a good exchange rate #2 - How to get the exchanged money into my US bank account without leaving Mexico (perhaps that part isn't possible - I'd ...
I use debit cards here in MX to take pesos from the ATM. Use my us credit cards to charge groceriesPay my credit cards with automatic debit. I use credit/debit cards with no foreign transaction fees. I pay my rent which is in dollars with my US ... Read More
driving a US plated vehicle in Mexico by pdf123
Hi all:I have Permanent Residency status in Mexico but have now returned to living in the US. I know it would be illegal for me to enter into Mexico driving a US plated vehicle if I entered with my Permanent Resident card...question is, can I enter ...
It's voided permanently and you would need to start the residency process all over again. Read More
driving a US plated vehicle in Mexico by pdf123
Hi all:I have Permanent Residency status in Mexico but have now returned to living in the US. I know it would be illegal for me to enter into Mexico driving a US plated vehicle if I entered with my Permanent Resident card...question is, can I enter ...
If you're going to Baja it would not be illegal to drive your us plated with permanent residencyNow my understanding is if you enter Mexico as a tourist your residency is voided. But then again I only have temp residency so maybe some one with ... Read More
Requirements for Residency vs Monthly Income by kenolsonco
I'm seeing so many posts looking for cheap housing, some as low as USD 250.00 per month and wonder is this is all they can afford, or on a very limited income, how can these people pass the residency requirements of having either a guaranteed income ...
Some will live illegally i.e as a tourist. Read More
Driving on Mexico by wgregg12354
This is a question I just have no idea on. I am wondering do people take there cars down with them to Mexico from the U.S. when living there. Or do most go without cars. Or do they get a scooter or some such thing? Thanks.
As others have said no TIP required on Baja. So it depends where you would be living. I am only familiar with Baja since that is where I will be living. If you are living in Baja Mexico and your car cannot be legally imported (due to NAFTA only ... Read More
The lessons of the crisis in Mexico by Lo茂c
Hello everyone, While there is still a certain amount of uncertainty in our lives, the situation seems to be beginning to change in Mexico and globally. We have had to show courage, tenacity and even ingenuity in many areas, in the way we work, ...
I base my actions on what is happening locally my city my county my state. For whatever reasons here in OR we have not been overwhelmed unlike our neighbors in WA and CA. IMO many of the actions taken by our state govt were done based on fear not ... Read More
Why Have the Financial Requirements for Residency Skyrocketed? by Halfwaytree
If memory serves, two years ago the amount of available, on hand funds one needed to apply for permanent residency in Mexico was $118,000 Canadian dollars. Last year it was raised to $130,000 plus. OK, that was a lot but I understand the amount ...
The required amounts can vary by consulate at least that's how it is at Mexican Consulates in the US. There is an alternative of course don't move to Mexico find some place else that is a better fit for you. Read More
Why Have the Financial Requirements for Residency Skyrocketed? by Halfwaytree
If memory serves, two years ago the amount of available, on hand funds one needed to apply for permanent residency in Mexico was $118,000 Canadian dollars. Last year it was raised to $130,000 plus. OK, that was a lot but I understand the amount ...
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Totally new to Rosarito by srsugar
隆Hola, Amigos! I am currently living in Ajijic, Mexico, and have adapted (or am adapting) to the idiosyncrasies of living in Mexico. I haven鈥檛 completed my explorations yet, though, and am intrigued by the idea of living on the Northern ...
I have only visited Rosarito once my impression is that it is "party town" the young uns come down from Cali to party esp Spring break. I am currently looking a bit further south Ensenada/Punta Banda area hoping to move down in the ... Read More