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Registration: 09 April 2021

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Fireymom

Looking to rent in September Queretaro Mexico by Fireymom

Hello        "Queretaro Mexico"  My husband and I are looking for Furnished 2 or 3 bedroom. House, apartment, or condo. We don't own a car so we would like to be near bus routes, as well as ...

mrpres

@Fireymom Is your current home open to be rented??? If so, what is it like. Thanks Read More

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2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

What does this have to do with taxes on Canadian pensions??? Read More

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2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

i am pretty sure the RRIF's stay in Canada and there is a 25% withholding tax (this sounds high but if I am resident in Canada, I pay 50%+). My concern is where do I park my investment money. Mexico taxes you on your worldwide income so I am not ... Read More

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2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

thanks - if I was a resident of Panama for example - where do I park my investment money. I was not a gov't employee - I have a lot of cash. Thanks for your comments Read More

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2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

If you are a permanent resident of Mexico, they withhold 15% of your Canadian registered accounts but if your income is low, you can file a Cdn tax return and get some money back. Most earn too much money for that option so it is better not to file ... Read More

mrpres replied to a thread
2 years ago
JCfromHolland

Hi, my name is Jeanette, open voor connections by JCfromHolland

Hello, My name is Jeanette, I am Dutch, an account holder here for a while, but never quite done much with it, mainly because of the many fake profiles. But let's give it a try. I travel the world since I was 17, but always with a home to return to, ...

mrpres

@JCfromHolland OK Jeanette, If I move from Canada to Panama or Costa Rica, I will not be taxed on income made outside the country. I only have investment income,, no earned income as I don't work, where do I park my investment money so that it is ... Read More

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2 years ago
corey chandler

Hello from Cabo by corey chandler

Hello/HolaI'm Corey and I have been living the Cabo area for 2 years in October. Prior to moving to Mexico, I was fortunate to travel and live in different cities in the US. I'm very happy I made the move but it has been an adjustment. I still don't ...

mrpres

@corey chandler We would like to rent a place in Cabo for one to three months - it should have a heated pool (or one where the water is warm and good for swimming), 1 bedroom is OK but should have good internet and AC. and walking distance to ... Read More

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2 years ago
mkngitwrk24

Moving to Oaxaca City, Mitla, or Near By Mexico by mkngitwrk24

Hello, This is my first post and I am considering moving to Oaxaca City, Mexico in the reasonably near future. I grew up down there, primarily in the Mitla area but went to the city often for shopping, etc. I am an American but was born in Mexico ...

mrpres

@mkngitwrk24 I can't help you in your cost questions but why would you move to Oaxaca? I too wonder if it is safe. I am looking at Mexico (various places) so I may benefit from your decision experience. Thanks Ross Read More

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2 years ago
Dominiquebelge

Rent in Campeche by Dominiquebelge

Hello everybody, I want to come to live for 6 months or more in the city of Campeche and i search a furnished appartement or house. Can you help me ? Thanks a lot. Dominique Vandenberghe.

mrpres

@LondonGuy5 I am interested in renting a place in campeche for a few months this winter - can you give me any leads? Maybe a reliable agent (a rare commodity). Looking for a place with access to public transit, a pool , AC, good internet, walking ... Read More

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2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

Hey Blackwatch / Mexicogc, If you are a non-resident of Canada and rent a place in Mexico - make no money in Mexico - where do you put your investment money??? If you are a resident of Mexico, you pay tax there on your worldwide income I think. ... Read More

mrpres replied to a thread
2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

Is this correct - you file Canadian income tax and are a temporary resident of Mexico and thus, can buy a car in Mexico. Sounds good except for the Canadian tax. Read More

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2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

@Blackwatch  Most "temporary residents of Mexico" seem to continue to file taxes in Canada. if you are a full time resident of Mexico you must file a get out of Canada form (I forget its name) and they will not treat you nicely - be prepared to ... Read More

mrpres replied to a thread
2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

@Blackwatch  Where in the Caymans do you park your money??? What company and what are the fees. Read More

mrpres replied to a thread
2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

@Blackwatch  Exactly+ where do you park your money in Cayman's - what company. If I stay in Canada 50%+ of my pensions go in taxes. Only problem is getting my wife to move and my health to be stable. it sucks getting old. Read More

mrpres replied to a thread
2 years ago
Captnflex

Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex

Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

mrpres

@Blackwatch There is a tax treaty with Mexico and Canada - I know many people who have no earned income in Mexico do not file Mexican taxes even though they are residents year round - they may have 25% withheld by Canada if they don't file ... Read More