As an expat living in Mexico since 2022, I decided this year that having a local bank account would provide greater convenience for my household, despite the risks. If you haven’t yet read my banking article examining the pros and cons of banking in Mexico as a foreigner, I suggest
If you own any type of real estate in Mexico, you’re on the hook for paying “Impuesto Predial,” i.e. property taxes, so it’s important to understand how they work. For those new to this topic or looking to brush up, we’ll cover the following in this post: How property taxes
Before relocating to Mexico, I was convinced we could navigate living here just fine with our U.S. bank and brokerage accounts, based on the recommendations of other expats. My assumption that we could do without a local bank account was reinforced by some advice in Retirement Secrets of Mexico, a best-selling
If you’re a fan of LCD Soundsystem’s artsy, super-danceable, punk/disco music with occasionally hilarious lyrics… you do not want to miss the kickoff to their 2024 tour happening — unbelievably— in our fair city of Guadalajara in late March. I feel positively giddy that the band chose Guadalajara as one
For expats moving to Mexico with pets, there is a steep learning curve. If you haven’t read my previous post on how to move your pets to Mexico in 2024, I recommend that you start there. In this post you’ll learn about living with pets in Mexico, including: Buying Healthy
An expat lifestyle doesn’t work for everyone. Learn the six traits you need to live successfully in Mexico as a foreigner.
Perhaps you’ve never imagined moving to another country to improve your finances (or living standard). But the fact is, you can. In this post, I’ll share how we’ve saved upwards of $4,800 USD per month by moving to Mexico from the U.S. The concept behind this opportunity is sometimes referred
For expats, the future direction of the US dollar to Mexican peso exchange rate is a hot topic. Virtually all of the predictions for a weaker peso by the end of 2023 turned out to be wrong (including mine). As a former Wall Street equity analyst and now an amateur
This post is for those seeking practical tips and guidance on moving their dog or cat to Mexico. NOTE: These are the only animals the Mexican government considers pets. As expats living in Guadalajara since 2022, we have first-hand experience bringing cats into Mexico by land. To be honest, moving
UPDATE: It seems there will be no Corona Capital Guadalajara festival this year after all. While there has been no official announcement, details have emerged from event promoters that difficulty obtaining permits for the event, combined with a “complicated” and “fickle” local audiences have contributed to the demise of this, and
