Bill Rutledge
@billrut3
American expat in Mexico
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About me
American
Lives in Tepoztlan
Speaks English and some Spanish
Registration: 08 April 2015
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U. S. Federal income tax filing by billrut3
I have a friend in Tepoztlan, Morelos who is trying to locate an accountant, bookkeeper or just someone familiar with filing tax forms with the IRS. He prefers one in Cuernavaca but I am sure would be interested in talking to anyone within the ...
The directory lists 3 I think. 2 in Mexico City and one in Guadalajara. I am sure there are more but we have inquired through several channels including friends who are accountants in Cuernavaca and have not been able to find even one. You should ... Read More
U. S. Federal income tax filing
I have a friend in Tepoztlan, Morelos who is trying to locate an accountant, bookkeeper or just someone familiar with filing tax forms with the IRS. He prefers one in Cuernavaca but I am sure would be interested in talking to anyone within the ... Read More
Crossing border with Lots of stuff by Troy greer
My wife and I will be moving to Mexico later this summer and will be bringing a lot of recreational stuff in back and on top of my Tacoma. 3 or four surfboards a couple of kayaks bikes and paddles rods and was just wondering and I going to get hit ...
I meant to say one time ability to bring your belongings without being taxed. Read More
Crossing border with Lots of stuff by Troy greer
My wife and I will be moving to Mexico later this summer and will be bringing a lot of recreational stuff in back and on top of my Tacoma. 3 or four surfboards a couple of kayaks bikes and paddles rods and was just wondering and I going to get hit ...
If you are getting a residency status like FM3 you have a time ability to bring everything you want. In order to do that there is some paperwork and expense but it necessary if you plan to live in Mexico for more than 3 months at a time. Contact ... Read More
Banking in Mexico by Troy greer
My wife and I will be moving to Mexico in August from Texas. Goin to build a house and I'm thinking about keeping my bank account open here as well as opening up an account in Mexico. Any ideas??
If you have an account with BBVA Compass in the states you are not charged an ATM fee at a BBVA Bancomer bank. you are charged a 1% fee when using a U.S. card for purchasing in most establishments however the conversion rates always seem to be the ... Read More
US bank accounts without US home address? by nikolas4squid
Been reading through the posts on banking issues, social security direct deposits, etc. I was wondering, however, what one does if they retire to Mexico but have no home or close family back in the US. Can they open or have a bank account in the US ...
I use a private mail box in Texas for my address and the bank is happy with that. I opened two accounts just in case I have problems with one I can transfer funds to the other on line and still have access with my debit card. I also opened a bank ... Read More
Supplemental helath insurance by billrut3
Anyone know a company or companies that offers supplemental health insurance for U.S. citizens on Medicare that are permanent residents of Mexico. I have had an insurance that is only good if I live in specific cities in the U.S.A. I no longer ...
Thank you. I am going back to Texas the end of November and will go to the Social Security office and find out if I lose my benefits if I do not have a USA address. I was under the assumption that I did. I have part B and with that and my San ... Read More
accountant by billrut3
I plan on stating a small business in Tepoztlan, Morelos. I need an accountant that can speak English and understands what is required to be legal, to obtain an RFC, and to pay taxes. I am a permanent resident originally from Texas. I speak enough ...
Thank you. Read More
Supplemental helath insurance
Anyone know a company or companies that offers supplemental health insurance for U.S. citizens on Medicare that are permanent residents of Mexico. I have had an insurance that is only good if I live in specific cities in the U.S.A. I no longer ... Read More
accountant
I plan on stating a small business in Tepoztlan, Morelos. I need an accountant that can speak English and understands what is required to be legal, to obtain an RFC, and to pay taxes. I am a permanent resident originally from Texas. I speak enough ... Read More
Making phone calls in Mexico by Maximilien
Hi, When settling in Mexico, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Mexico? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in advance for ...
I live in Tepoztlan, a pueblo of around 14,000 people. It is close to Cuernavaca, Morelos. I had a home phone service combined with internet service installed this past May by Telcel, It took only a few days to get the phone installed. There ... Read More
Hi! Anyone living in Cuernavaca who can help orient a newcomer? Thanks by billgreenthal
My Mexican wife and I are moving July 20th, 2015 to live in Cuernavaca. We're retired. If there is anyone living in Cuernavaca who can help us learn about the in's and out's of living in Cuernavaca, we'd greatly appreciate ...
I live have lived in Tepoztlan about half of the time for the past 6 years. It is a Pueblo Magico which you might want to visit one day. It is only about 15 miutes from Cuernavaca. There is a X-pat group that I plan to visit in the next week or ... Read More
How safe is driving through Mexico by Waukeenahwonder
Hello, I will be driving from Reynosa to Colima in about two weeks. I have a 4 door 2005 GMC Serria. I have been hearing many horror stories on the news here in Florida, but we are retiring to Colima, my husbands home. I have been reading up for the ...
I have made the trip from the border at Laredo, Tx to Cuernavaca, Morelos many times. In addition, we have traveled throughout southern Mexico. I live in Tepoztlan which is near Cuernavaca. I have some basic practices I follow. First I plan my ... Read More
hi - planning to live in Mexico by latebloomer
I am not sure about the place to live in , in mexico, where exactly to move, but I just saw this post by a member here.. and this seems good for me. My question is , is this a realistic estimate, if so what areas fits this budget in mexico, please ...
I also live in Tepoztlan and have off and on for the past 6 years. All of what Larry says is true. I have been back in the states for several months but will be returning there soon for good. That is with the exception of visiting family and ... Read More