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I like your attitude toward speaking Spanish, but regarding expenses, there are many more things here cheaper than rent if you don't live so close to the border. I spend much less for much fresher food than I would in the states. I also find people here to be friendly, cheerful, and willing to help with anything, anytime.

I live in the mountains of Veracruz, 50 miles up from the port, and have lived here for 7 years. Before, though, I lived on the east coast in Quintana Roo, south of Cancun, where most of what you mentioned applies. We get very few tourists from other countries here, although we do have a lot of Mexican visitors.

Of course, if you insist on going to Costco or Sam's, you can spend a lot. I go to Costco about once a month, but don't buy much except cat littler and sometimes celery. Granted, I'm not typical, being a crochety old lady, but my point is, it's far less expensive to live in the interior of Mexico.

Im glad to hear that it is less expensive to live in the interior.  That's where I plan to be in Leon.  I am teaching Univiersity.  This is first time to live outside of the US.  I need all the tips I can get about living here.  I leave on New Years Eve Day from Dallas, driving with just my clothes for a year.?? 

Bob

You'll be fine, Bob! I used to drive every year, 1400 miles each way, between 1994 and 2007, from Texas to Playa del Carmen. That was before the roads were very good! I don't drive by myself, though, and not for the past few years. Be careful, it can be dangerous on the highway; let us know when you get there and get settled.

thank you.  I'll be careful.   I am driving from Dallas to Laredo, Matehuaila and to Leon.  Three days, taking it easy.

Will88 
You are living in a part of Mexico where you will see the negatives of both countries quite clearly. Much further south attitudes change, San Diego south is not a realistic picture of Mexico, Too much bad history and bad blood. The rent further is cheaper than the US , the food is cheaper ( if you don't require American made packaged food) The local food is better and safer than the U.S., clothes are cheaper here, which surprised me at first and cable service is better and cheaper. You do have to adapt to the culture to get along, and there are ways around some things like electronics. As you do adapt and communicate with the people you learn this.
When you first arrive, they are cautious, waiting to see if you are just another tourist. when they see you often enough you are recognized as a neighbor and they can be very helpful and caring when you reach that stage. You make an effort, smile and remember their name and speak their language and all is good.
Mexico is actually taking on a global foot print not an American image, and rejecting much that America has to offer except for coke and some fast food. Last time I was in Merida a taxi driver suggested I move there because in his opinion there were already enough Germans. Italians and French in Merida. Take a trip south it would change your opinion

I was born in Venezuela, Sicilian-Venezuelan, grew up in the British West Indies, Trinidad, now live in South Beach, working as a freelance translator/subtitler Nice job Would like to move to Cancun in 2015 but am having a hard time finding a reliable real estate agency while I get my resident visa Need a 1B with high-speed Internet which is a must for my work Can anyone recommend a realtor?

Hi everyone. I just move to queretaro with my family I'm new to all this and don't know my way around yet. But I'd love to see if there's other families in the area with kids that speak english. Also worried about how safe it is any advice?

Just to let you know..  I arrived from Dallas to Leon today after 3 unevetful days driving here.  No problems except at the border.  But that's another story.  Don't have to deal with that until June when I have to have my car registered.

Bob from Dallas

Hello everyone!
I lived in United States for 25 years, 10 in California, 10 in Arizona and 5 in New York was a great experience, now I am here in my beautiful country of Mexico and I need to find a job I have a daughter, she continues to live in the usa I'm very responsible woman I love children, pet plant, I am in love with life.But I need to work! My last job was in the House of pawn shops in Manhattan as responsible for jewelry, costumer services  sales and more.. But now I'm very happy to be here, but I need to find job...

i forgot to mention.. im looking for job, to enjoy it, that its very important for me, i like to do the right thing for me and for person i work... I'm living now in Mexico State, and i can go everywhere... And I'm looking for a boyfriend too I'm divorce sense 2008 I'm 55 years old..

Hi Cece,

You will have better luck if you look under the "Jobs" tab on this forum home page.
Good luck.

Hi! My name is Cristina and I am considering moving to Mexico. Having the opportunity to learn and to speak Spanish, it would be wonderful (I took some Spanish class 2-3 years ago, but I forgot everything or almost    ). Presently I am in Montreal area, Canada, but I would like to move to a warmer climate.  I am trying to gather as much information as possible about working in Mexico and about nice, safe and warm areas.

Thanks a lot.

Hi Cristina,

There are many places to choose from. You should think about how warm, beach or no beach, expat community or blending into the community. The areas away from the border are generally safer. Many people like the Yucatan area due to beaches and places like Merida that have a more developed expat presence. Others, that like it cooler head to San Miguel or Lake Chapala which is more mountainous.

You might want to make a few exploratory trips to different places.

Good luck.

Travellight

Thanks for the information.
I love the ocean and the beaches, but in the same time I heard nice things about Santiago de Queretaro and San Miguel de Allende. I have also to think about jobs. I am not at a retirement age and I don't know if it is possible to find something to work in my field (Information Systems). If not, I am trying to find out what you can do in Mexico. For example, how difficult is to open a business (with all the + and - of being your own boss )?

I'll see... step by step.

Cris_Can wrote:

Travellight

Thanks for the information.
I love the ocean and the beaches, but in the same time I heard nice things about Santiago de Queretaro and San Miguel de Allende. I have also to think about jobs. I am not at a retirement age and I don't know if it is possible to find something to work in my field (Information Systems). If not, I am trying to find out what you can do in Mexico. For example, how difficult is to open a business (with all the + and - of being your own boss )?

I'll see... step by step.

Okay, that changes things. Other than exploring places, I would suggest you look into jobs that might pay you to move to Mexico, or jobs that allow you to work on line and live in Mexico Find out what exactly is involved in opening a business in Mexico based on your expertise,
It also changes where I would suggest you go initially. If I were you I would visit cities no smaller than Merida. Because they are big enough to have contacts and technology that would fit into your skill set. Guadalajara is big enough without being overwhelming like Mexico city. Once you have investigated job options you can decide on smaller places that appeal and perhaps open a business there.. Be aware that Mexico is very concerned about losing jobs to non natives. One of the first things they ask is do you work. Opening a successful business that may provide jobs for natives is much more acceptable.Also know that no paperwork moves fast.

(Moderated: you are off topic here )

Greetings from England,

I would love to come to Mexico.

X

Hi, thank you for the opportunity to get started on here and introduce ourselves. We are working on our retirement plans and are in the process of purchasing a place in Rosarito Beach, Baja California, Mexico.

We are initially seeking information on a bilingual professional who can help us with our purchase transaction including someone who is very familiar with the legal and title process in Mexico, the form and structure of the required Trust Documents (Fideicomiso) for foreign owners within the restricted zone, and who can read and write, and translate between Spanish and English.

Thank you,
Chuck

Hello --- we are new to this blog and are hoping to find out more about traveling to Mexico....first, as a seasonal and then perhaps looking to move there.  We are living in Texas currently, but travel as we want in our motorhome, with our two dogs.  Our interests would certainly be looking for information about the Lake Chapala area, as the weather there, from what we have heard, would be pretty ideal.  Neither of us wants too much heat or humidity, nor a huge city.  My husband has done some traveling in Mexico in previous years for business, and speaks a bit of Spanish....and this is where he became enchanted with it.  I would welcome any info....even about traveling in our motorhome down there, and campgrounds in which we would fit (we are 45' in length.)

Looking forward to this blog!

Hi,

I invite you to follow this topic on this new thread:
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=437614

Thanks!