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You Want To Move To Mexico?
Expatriate wannabes often ask us how we managed our expatriation to Guanajuato. If I had to narrow it down to the most important factor in the quest to expatriate to Mexico, it would be the following: Research thoroughly and make exploratory visits to the city or cities of your choice. Take all the time you need. Read everything you can get your hands on about the regions in which you might be interested, and visit as many as you can afford.
This exploratory phase intimidates many with whom we’ve spoken about their expatriating dreams. If you aren’t well traveled and fluent in the language, the thought of relocation is a little overwhelming. We felt the same way when we reached the point of research overload and it was time to go and have a look around. We were scared but determined.
We decided to go to language school. This is the perfect way to experience the culture, learn some of the language, and see what the country is really like in a safe and controlled environment. Attending a language school and staying with a local family provides the following advantages: 1) You will stay with a family carefully screened by most reputable schools, who know the city from the inside out. 2) You will have the support of the local family and school in case you get into a jam. 3) You will be able to experience Mexican living in a worry-free environment.
If you are thinking of expatriating to Mexico, what better situation than to be in the care of a Mexican family who knows the city-where to find a place to live, how to set up your utilities, which banks are the best, all the bus routes, moving services, handymen, doctors, etc.
We made our exploratory trip to Guanajuato in February. The school we attended arranged for a homestay with a local family. All our meals were provided, so we didn’t have to worry about finding restaurants, though we did have the option of eating out whenever we wanted. Most schools arrange to have you picked up at the airport. This is reassuring if, like us, you have little to no travel abroad experience.
The head of our host family was an influential lawyer in Guanajuato who knew everyone and anything you could conceive of needing to expatriate. Even if you are not this fortunate, networking with the locals will smooth your way.
To choose a school, write some former students, listed on the school’s web site, to hear about their experiences. Get a consensus if you can. We were surprised that some former students were willing to mention deficiencies.
Moving to Mexico is not for everyone. But, this is one way to find out–Go to language school.
Douglas Bower
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February 26th, 2009 at 12:03 am
I want to move to mexico and sell real estate, would it be hard to do that?
I desire to move down to mexico. I am a realtor here in Texas for 13 years. Would it be hard to make a living selling real estate in Playa del Carmen? Any ideas who to contact?
February 26th, 2009 at 5:05 am
Who are you going to sell too? Can't be that great if they are all trying to come over the border.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:07 am
Do you speak the language??
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:09 am
why would you…. want to…..
You do realize that most people over there are trying to get into texas, right?
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:11 am
Are there still Mexicans in Mexico? I thought most of them are already here.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:13 am
i would stay in the USA
come on now… there are tons of illegal aliens wanting to move here…. and you are thinking about going there… doesnt seem logical…
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:15 am
not sure who….
but it would be nice for u te move there and sell real estate…………if u'd like to be paid in "pesos"……………
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:17 am
All over Mexico are building new houses, probably you´ll make it well!
Go to Mexico and search before you move!
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:19 am
When you get outside of the US it gets tricky. I would contact a Mexican Real Estate Agency and get some information from them. Also check the Mexican government policy and see if it's legal.
Also really think about what your in for in Mexico- living there and not being a tourist is quite different!
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:21 am
It's going to be hard becuase the economy over there is not as well established as it is over here, I would recommend you to try Mexico city since it is the place where more rich people live in Mexico. Try to do a research.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:23 am
real estate market sucks right now… i live in LA and work as a loan consultant. work has been really slow & bad. I wouldn't suggest you move to mexico to sell real estate right now. i would wait a little longer & wait for things to pick up.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:25 am
do not sell real estate in Mexico. Mexicos economy is horrible. The value of the property will never go up
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:27 am
Why not contact one of the larger Real Estate brokers in Mexico and ask. Maybe Century 21 or Caldwell Banker.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:29 am
email Carol Sinclair Ibarra at Walfre real estate in Mazatlan, she has been doing it for years and can give you good advice. You can find her contact information on the maztravel.com website.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:31 am
Try working from the US selling in Mexico first.
In San Diego, CA there are some agents that also work in Baja, mexico
or you can move to Baja and work in San Diego (commute) while
you get established in Mexico. Later move to Cancun.
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February 26th, 2009 at 5:33 am
Trying to sell in the popular cities is impossible. Instead start by looking at the smaller secluded cities. For the tards with the stupid comments above…..go play in the highway. There are many opportunities to sell real estate in Mexico. 1) all the retirees are leaving this expensive fast pased country to slow down. At least untill they are ready for reality. 2)The best thing to do is to work for a real estate company here selling property there. For example, in Zacatecas which is no where near gorgeous beaches has large communtiies of German people. Many different places in Mexico are still "hidden." Little by little people will begin leaving this country. The baby boomers will start to retire. The closest,cheapest place to retire to is Mexico. Start your own company. As long as you have money to invest there is a chance to make money. It's just like selling here. There are risks wherever you are. Good luck.
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