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American looking for information about Mexico

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Lives in Columbus, Ohio

Registration: 25 August 2013

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Susan McCrary replied to a thread
6 years ago
mrbjam

CANCUN VACATION by mrbjam

Hi folks, finally going to playa del carmen. Leaving first week in September. Booked a flight on delta non stop 11am to Cancun for 3 adults($1020) total. I thought this is a good deal. for $33 more I get a car rental. Hotel would cost $800, opted ...

Susan McCrary

I am looking forward to hearing what you find. Sounds like something I would like to do. Read More

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6 years ago
Baylon2018

Moving to Mexico and have no idea where to start. by Baylon2018

My husband is originally from Mexico. We have decided to move there in the next year or two. Do I need to apply for a visa or, is being married to him enough? I would like to have dual residency if possible. What are my options? Where do I ...

Susan McCrary

Visit a few places Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
6 years ago
ELLENRAY

International Mortgage Financing by ELLENRAY

If I am buying a house in the Lakeside area, who do you recommend for international mortgage financing in the USA or anywhere. The Mexican interests rates are 10-16% with good credit!! Thank you for any leads.

Susan McCrary

What are your rates? Which developments ? Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
6 years ago
OceanBeach92107

ALERT: Playa del Carmen U.S. Consular Agency closed by OceanBeach92107

NOTE: This info has not been updated on State Department website, but this is being reported in myriad news sources: US Consular Agency Closed in Playa del Carmen

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
6 years ago
katesparks

Mexico travel warnings by katesparks

How are people reacting to the US travel warnings to Mexico? Is anyone concerned about the drug cartels in Michoacan moving into Guanajuato in particular SMA? Is anyone concerned about what the warnings will do to the housing market in SMA? I was ...

Susan McCrary

We need travel warning for Florida!! Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
6 years ago
OceanBeach92107

Hotel Living for 1+ Months At A Time by OceanBeach92107

Wondering what your experience may have been living for a month or more in a Mexican hotel, any coastal location (Baja/West Coast/Carribean Coast)? IF you've tried it, how would you compare that to your experience renting a private condo or ...

Susan McCrary

I am interested in hearing what you find. Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
6 years ago
katesparks

Mexico travel warnings by katesparks

How are people reacting to the US travel warnings to Mexico? Is anyone concerned about the drug cartels in Michoacan moving into Guanajuato in particular SMA? Is anyone concerned about what the warnings will do to the housing market in SMA? I was ...

Susan McCrary

I would love to know about your house and experience in owning in Huatulco. Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
Peglove

Walking everywhere by Peglove

Can someone tell me besides mexico city are there other cities in mexico where one can walk to the grocery,market and stores,since I do not drive?

Susan McCrary

Where in Ajijic do you recommend living? Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourselves here – June to December 2017 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Susan McCrary

What is your interest in Mexico? Are you interested in retiring there? Moving there? Being a snowbird there? Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
BZROAD

Crime rate by BZROAD

We have been hearing on the news that in 2017 the crime rate in Rosarito/Ensenada/Cabo has gone up 130%. They say that it is now the murder capitol of Mexico. We have been planning our retirement to the Ensenada area. This sounds very frightening. ...

Susan McCrary

Here is a warning from the U.K. About the USA: The U.K. government has updated foreign travel advice, warning British citizens about risks visiting America's Southern states. Specifically the new advice draws attention to potential difficulties ... Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
BZROAD

Crime rate by BZROAD

We have been hearing on the news that in 2017 the crime rate in Rosarito/Ensenada/Cabo has gone up 130%. They say that it is now the murder capitol of Mexico. We have been planning our retirement to the Ensenada area. This sounds very frightening. ...

Susan McCrary

Jalisco (includes Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, and Lake Chapala): U.S. citizens should defer non-essential travel to areas that border the states of Michoacán and Zacatecas because of continued instability. U.S. government personnel are ... Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
BZROAD

Crime rate by BZROAD

We have been hearing on the news that in 2017 the crime rate in Rosarito/Ensenada/Cabo has gone up 130%. They say that it is now the murder capitol of Mexico. We have been planning our retirement to the Ensenada area. This sounds very frightening. ...

Susan McCrary

I would suggest you go to the State Department website directly. It lists specific places that you may want to avoid, but not all of Mexico. Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
420jon69

What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69

Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?

Susan McCrary

I attended a telemental health training. They underscored the need to be licensed in the State the client resides. I do not know all that needs to be known about it. It would be nice if it worked without that especially for social workers, ... Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
bkueck

Interested in health care quality, costs, and insurance in Mexico by bkueck

Hello, I am 64 yrs. old and retired, living in Gainesville, FL . I've always loved traveling and living abroad and Mexico is on my list of possibilities. I'd like to identify health care and insurance costs and quality , preferably, though ...

Susan McCrary

Good information. Thank you. Deductibles have become so high here that the need for $5000 in medical expenses is not uncommon before anything is paid by insurance. Read More

Susan McCrary replied to a thread
7 years ago
420jon69

What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69

Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?

Susan McCrary

I am an LISW in Ohio. I recently took a course on TeleHealth for Mental Health. I wonder if you have looked into it? I was told that one cannot be paid unless licensed in the State of that the client resides. Read More