If you are looking to move or retire to Mexico, this channel is a great place to start. We interview expats and experts on all things moving to Mexico from real estate, visas, healthcare, veterinary care, and more. We will also talk and tour different popular destinations throughout Mexico like Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende, Mazatlan, Oaxaca, and so much more.
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You two acting like nearly $900/sq ft is a good deal is hilarious. I bought 3 years ago, 2 blocks from beach, actual full ocean view from the condo for $261/sq ft. I know PV is popular but this is ridiculous.
Lived in SMA for 3 years. We loved it, but had trouble adjusting to the high altitude (almost 7,000 feet). So, moved to another city in Mexico at sea level.
Start here. Forget about this video: "To retire in Mexico and stay indefinitely, you'll need to apply for a permanent resident visa and meet income requirements. The requirements depend on whether you're applying for a temporary or permanent visa: Temporary residency Applicants need to prove a monthly income of $2,400-$2,700 over the past six months, or a minimum savings or investment balance of $45,000 per month for the past year. Temporary visas allow residency for six months up to four years. Permanent residency Applicants need to prove a monthly income of $4,300-$4,500 over the past six months, or a minimum savings balance of $180,000 each month for the past year. Permanent residency doesn't expire and allows you to pursue citizenship and work in Mexico." So, poor Americans need not apply. Period! Here's a list of things the video did not address: DISCLAIMER: These are broad comments about Mexico in general. They are based on my personal experiences working in Mexico. Nothing is completely black or white. I have been to places in Mexico that rival downtown Manhattan. My Mexican friends are wonderful people whom I dearly love and fully trust. Cheap food in Mexico is cheap...because it is crappy. Good food is expensive in Mexico as well. Safety is a big concern. As a foreigner, you will stand out wherever you go. And, yes, in some places that puts a target on your back. The infrastructure, compared to ours in the U.S., is substandard or, at best, unreliable. Water is awful. You drink it, you will get sick. Expensive filtration systems are required. Still, when you go out, you have no clue how food is washed. You eat street food, you will get sick. Locals can eat street food. You cannot. Mexico is a very big country. Every region has a different climate, its own foods, dances and customs. A common trend in Mexican cuisine though is the use of chiles in pretty much everything they eat. Trust me, it will get your attention! Crooked cops can be a problem and so are corrupt government employees. Red tape is thick. Lots of petty theft. What's not nailed down will "walk away." Many homes are cages, bars all over. Mexico is a child-centered society. There are children everywhere, lots and lots of them. Why waste money on babysitters when you can take your numerous kids everywhere, all the time, at all hours of the day or night? If you don't have kids of your own, you'll have a bit of trouble fitting in that environment. Traffic signs and regulations seem to be "optional" in many places in Mexico. Drivers merge, swerve, converge and push their way in any way they can. Cross the road at your own peril! Noise pollution: You will need ear plugs when you go to bed. Music can be blaring into the wee hours, even week days. Cars honk their horns incessantly. Sidewalks are uneven and cracked in many streets. Dog shit is everywhere, as nobody picks up after their doggies. Many areas have foul smells, mostly from the sewers. It is very hard to schedule any trade (electricians, plumbers, carpenters, etc.) to work for you, if you have issues at home. People are chronically late and unreliable. Whether at the local market or buying a home or a car (as it happens in many places in Latin America), there is a two-tiered price system, one for Mexicans and another one for foreigners. You can never let your guard down! There are all kinds of scams in Mexico. That goes triple for you, if you are not really fluent in Spanish. Street beggars are relentless and so are peddlers. They will not leave alone. They are all over the place. The Napoleonic Law System rules in Mexico. Translation: You walk into a court and you are guilty until you (and your lawyer) prove--to the satisfaction of the judge--that you are innocent...at your expense, of course. You can forget about your rights and all that jazz you are used to in the U.S. I have helped several unfortunate Americans (and other foreigners) who have been arrested in Mexico. But, good news! Miracles do happen! You fork out enough cash and things change very quickly. Trust me, you don't want to go to a jail in Mexico! Even among courageous adventure seekers, of the 50 or 60 plus people I've known over the years (mostly Americans and Canadians) who moved to Mexico, the vast majority didn't go past 3 years; some bailed even sooner. Living in Mexico is neither good nor bad. Only you can determine that. It depends on who you are and what you are looking for. I can tell you this though: It is a completely different world, one in which ways of life, language, customs, food, music, social mores, work habits, personal relationships, etc. are vastly different from what we experience here in the U.S. This is getting too long. So, I'm going to cut it short. WARNING: Regardless of who you are, what you are, how rich you are, do NOT go to Mexico without doing your homework. The biggest mistake people make is trying to "fix" the inhabitants of the new country to where they have moved. You are NOT going to change anybody or anything anywhere you go. It is THEIR country, THEIR culture, THEIR language, THEIR traditions. You ARE the outsider. Adapt, evolve, grow or shut up and get the Hell out!
Hello everyone, Thank you for tuning in to our latest video about this investment property located in the Romantic Zone, the top real estate market for tourists and rental investments. Chic by Pinnacle is one of three premier Pinnacle buildings situated on Calle Pulpito, overlooking Olas Altas street and the world-famous Los Muertos Beach. A slightly larger unit with ocean and city views on the 5th floor was sold last year for $580,000 USD. Over the years, we have extensively covered property values throughout Puerto Vallarta, particularly in the Romantic Zone. This area has experienced consistent property value increases for over a decade, a trend that continues today. Investment/Rental properties in the Romantic Zone have also thrived during this period, further enhancing the value of homes within the rental market. The Romantic Zone remains the number one destination for vacationers in Banderas Bay, solidifying its status as the reigning champion for rental investments. The high demand among both national and international investors has led to the growth of other neighborhoods in Banderas Bay, offering a diverse range of properties at various price points. While some buyers may find themselves priced out of the more popular regions, emerging neighborhoods present excellent alternatives. For those interested in exploring properties for sale, we suggest compiling your Wish List and budget, then contacting your AMPI agent. They will conduct research and provide you with available options for your consideration.
Did i just hear her say “ Perhaps a better quality of life “ (in Mexico) ? WOW i thought i would never hear those words uttered in my lifetime but i believe we are there.
Why are you comparing this to NY prices at 05:30 ? It’s Mexico 🇲🇽 you can buy a very nice house in most states in Mexico for this price this company is charging smh
Absolutely horrendous price. And you can tell that this guy is just itching to sell this and profit off of some poor sucker. He rubbing his hands together every frame almost, typical con man sale man body language 👎👎
I live in Mexico for 20 years now , you can have San Migual very over rated and over priced and not the type of North Americans I like to live with, you know the ones with there nose up in the air. I was there with a Mexican girl last month and she was really shocked how over rated it is ! North Americans and Canadians are ruining Mexico ruining the culture, causing inflation.But please move there !
Last month I was in PV looking for an apartment last time I was there was 2005. Very over priced and over rated my wife and I could not go in the water due to the sewage being dumped into the ocean. Someone tried to steal my wife’s pocketbook while we were walking . Downtown has become the place to be if your gay. I am a permanent resident. I’ve lived in México since 2004. I expect most of these people buying overpriced places took seconds out on their homes in the states, and Canada. I guess most of the adjustable rate loans will be adjusting now after five years I expect most areas prices are going to crash soon like the United States I’ve seen north Americans move to Cabo San Lucas prices skyrocketed restaurant skyrocketed locals pushed out. I still wouldn’t move there even if the prices were cut in half.
I’ve owned a condo in PV for 18 years. Always watch your promotional videos- after all you are a realtor. Most are good- but this is ridiculous- don’t stoop So low.
Costly no matter how much this guy tries to sell the unit. Hoa is high, small unit. This truly is a studio. No window in the bedroom. My home in California is 3 times the size of this studio. Yes, it is worth more but my HOA is have the cost and my home is on a lake. Not impressed by this sardine can.
mainly meant for a vacation rental...it would all be about the numbers. Yes prices have gone up especially in the prime locations but the rental fees would be prime as well.
I dont know who is telling the truw now!?? I just saw another video of this property with Nathaniel G saying this can only be operated by the pinnacle admin! And you CAN NOT rent it out bu aribnb! Im so confused now!
I ❤ PV, but you cannot get from one end of town to the other in 15 minutes, not anymore. Afternoon traffic is heavy nowadays, and even more so in high season.
After traveling for 21 countries some of them over three times , I found a piece heaven in Puerto Vallarta. Jonathan Anderson from Ryan & Donner real state. Did a fantastic seamstress job. I got the keys 40 days after making an offer. It delayed because seller had health problems and needed a a power of attorney. I bought it in 5 de Diciembre, I don’t have ocean views but very close to the beach. I couldn’t be happier. I love Puerto Vallarta so much ❤️
Proof of health care insurance a requirement for a temp visa ,....huh ??? Never heard that before and I have literally watched every video out there on TRV. Is the health insurance some kind of American requirement ? Canadians receive free healthcare, so we don't have primary medical "insurance". If that was a requirement for a temp visa, there would be NO Canadians living in Mexico.
