lizdragon
American looking for information about Mexico
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About me
American
Speaks a bit of Spanish, more French, and pretty good American English ;)
Registration: 30 June 2018
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, ...
it's all local. where I am only 12 cases last week, no fatalities, is the word on the street. the week before, no one in the hospital for Covid. and yes, a TON OF LYING going on about who dies from COVID. I was warned about this by doctor ... 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 agree, Arlene, the US government has lost its soul. it actually happened a long time ago but we have been protected from it. it's kind of why I am here in the first place.. and I feel so lucky and blessed to be here. I feel so much safer here ... Read More
affordable health insurance by lizdragon
I am a super healthy 66 year old expat. Looking for some affordable health insurance. the quotes I am getting are outrageous! just wanting basic health insurance. any ideas? Thanks in advance! Liz
given all the alternatives, I think I am best off either getting the fly out of Mexico and use my medicare plan, or find a more inexpensive expat policy. I was getting quoted thousands on a regular policy! Read More
affordable health insurance by lizdragon
I am a super healthy 66 year old expat. Looking for some affordable health insurance. the quotes I am getting are outrageous! just wanting basic health insurance. any ideas? Thanks in advance! Liz
thanks- I am in touch w Sonia.. Read More
affordable health insurance by lizdragon
I am a super healthy 66 year old expat. Looking for some affordable health insurance. the quotes I am getting are outrageous! just wanting basic health insurance. any ideas? Thanks in advance! Liz
How do I apply for IMSS? I am told I cant get Seguro Popular in San Miguel?? no pre existing conditions, no medications.... Read More
affordable health insurance by lizdragon
I am a super healthy 66 year old expat. Looking for some affordable health insurance. the quotes I am getting are outrageous! just wanting basic health insurance. any ideas? Thanks in advance! Liz
muchissima gracias!!!! will check these out. abrazos. Read More
affordable health insurance
I am a super healthy 66 year old expat. Looking for some affordable health insurance. the quotes I am getting are outrageous! just wanting basic health insurance. any ideas? Thanks in advance! Liz Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in Mexico? How do you go about meeting people ...
I'd love to hear more about women dating women in Mexico. Expats or Mexican nationals. Where do we find each other? thanks. Read More
Relocating to San Miguel de Allende questions by nikbus99
Hello, I am planning to take a couple of trips to SMA in the next few months and see if it's a place I'd like to relocate to for retirement. I currently live in Texas, but only because my job is here. I've never felt like I belong in ...
yes- I am just up the hill in Valle de Maiz.. love the area but hear it is very noisy w fiestas etc in early October.. Read More
emotional support dog in SMA
when I was there I saw dogs in the street all the time, with and without their people. there didnt seem to be dog fights, or crap in the street, that I saw. are people picking up? (I always do, of course) I saw some dogs in some restaurants... ... Read More
emotional support dog in SMA
are there any buses that I can take her on ? or should I just leave her home. can I take her places in SMA? my landlady tells me UBER will haul us around. gave up on driving, too much hassle.. anyone else have thoughts about being with a dog in ... Read More
planning 6 mos in SMA- what do I need?
paperwork? bank statements? amount of $$? do I need to go to the consulate for a 6 month visa? can it be done through the mail or? decided against driving, too long, too much bureaucracy and cost.. thoughts, advice? thanks! Read More
Relocating to San Miguel de Allende questions by nikbus99
Hello, I am planning to take a couple of trips to SMA in the next few months and see if it's a place I'd like to relocate to for retirement. I currently live in Texas, but only because my job is here. I've never felt like I belong in ...
thank you for all you do for the furbabies. I spent most of my life in Hawaii rescuing dogs and cats. thank you to the vets who are sterilizing!!! Read More
Relocating to San Miguel de Allende questions by nikbus99
Hello, I am planning to take a couple of trips to SMA in the next few months and see if it's a place I'd like to relocate to for retirement. I currently live in Texas, but only because my job is here. I've never felt like I belong in ...
just quickly - has anyone driven a U Haul truck or trailer themselves across the border and down to SMA? how was your experience? Read More
Relocating to San Miguel de Allende questions by nikbus99
Hello, I am planning to take a couple of trips to SMA in the next few months and see if it's a place I'd like to relocate to for retirement. I currently live in Texas, but only because my job is here. I've never felt like I belong in ...
about the treatment of dogs... so sad! I had to deal with this kind of thing in Hawaii too.. heartbreaking! Read More
Nationalizing a car from the US by ltpelle
I would like to bring a car from the US to Mexico next year. Does anyone know anything about the process of nationalizing a car and what I need to do at the boarder and what the costs are?
thank you so much! will work on getting my TESOL cert and research where they might need me. I know it helps the peeps down there to have more English. Read More
Nationalizing a car from the US by ltpelle
I would like to bring a car from the US to Mexico next year. Does anyone know anything about the process of nationalizing a car and what I need to do at the boarder and what the costs are?
thanks much! I was thinking of teaching English as a second language, and I have a portable healing practice that is very easy to set up for me. I dont want to get in trouble for working, but I want to contribute and not sit around on my ... Read More
used car in SMA? by lizdragon
any suggestions on where to buy a safe and reliable car for a reasonable price?
thanks Debbie.. now I am trying to get organized to drive my own (older) car down there.. sounds like the bureaucracy is not fond of older cars though...hmmm Read More
Nationalizing a car from the US by ltpelle
I would like to bring a car from the US to Mexico next year. Does anyone know anything about the process of nationalizing a car and what I need to do at the boarder and what the costs are?
so after reading all this i am gathering that I can probably get a temporary import sticker for my car for an extended (6 month) stay in Mexico.. and a 6 month visa - but if I wanted to register it permanently probably not. Is that correct? Sorry ... Read More
Nationalizing a car from the US by ltpelle
I would like to bring a car from the US to Mexico next year. Does anyone know anything about the process of nationalizing a car and what I need to do at the boarder and what the costs are?
wow- so bringing my 20 year old car from Washington state to say Mazatlan, SMA or San Cristobal will be a problem? I was hoping to get some kind of Mexican insurance and perhaps registration down the line.. it sounds like the latter will be ... Read More
Living in Tepoztlan Morelos
not living there- but what a sweet town! I visit whenever I am able :) Read More
Real estate investing in Tulum by angela004
Within the next 6 months I would like to invest in either a couple of apartments or a commercial/hotel property in Tulum and was wondering: do Mexican banks offer mortgages/financing for non-Mexican residents? What is the process like dealing with ...
when U get that together, please let me know. I would like to short term rent in Tulum at some point. thanks, Angela- -Liz Read More
used car in SMA? by lizdragon
any suggestions on where to buy a safe and reliable car for a reasonable price?
or is it better to buy in CDMX? where is a good place to buy there? Read More
used car in SMA?
any suggestions on where to buy a safe and reliable car for a reasonable price? Read More