Hi Brighton! Thank you for highlighting another terrific family! You have a great sense of who can make interesting stories. Love this one. especially the home and housing of several generations... there is comfort in this living arrangement.
Brighton would love to see a vid from a perspective of a Mexican from "main land" moving to Baja California Mexico (La Paz) and the issues encountered trying to buy a property in El Centenario (or around there) and not finding anything due to all the ex pats buying and basically taking over. How local people in the "town" of Todos Santos can not even pay for groceries because of the mark up ex pats living there have caused. Would love to have a chat... we as Mexicans really appreciate you. But the extend of the ex pat theme in Baja is maybe starting to get on some peoples nerves. Its a delicate issue but maybe its an interesting topic in one of your next vids. All the best.
Love your videos. I’m going for my interview for my temporary residency visa on September 17. If all goes well, I’ll be in La Paz in Feb. 2025 to scope it out for retirement.
Fernando has a great story. It's wonderful that he and his family live in the same house as his parents and that his son can spend quality time with them! Families in the U.S. don't tend to value staying near each other. The fact that he and his dad do woodworking together is fantastic!
Hey there, this is Fernando. We love being able to come home and drop off some little snack for each other or simply ask..."hey you want to go to Home Depot?" It is definetely a great situation. Of course we always have to redefine who is right and wrong when it comes to wood working...
@@caifasmana It's simple. Your dad is always right. I learned that around age 25. And then I got married and learned my wife was always right too. Luckily, my wife and my dad got along really well...
I love how you always share with a smile Brighton, it's contagious :) I've been meaning to thank you, on an unrelated note.. In one of your videos you mentioned your wife was buying water to wash her hair, which lit a lightbulb in my head making me realize I've been inadvertently bleaching my hair with my water from my cistern because I used a 'bit' of extra bleach in it to prevent algae growth, and eep! So now I'm using rain water & whatever else I have around and my hair is feeling so much better lol, thank you!
Hah! I thought it was just the sunlight bleaching your hair ;-) Happy to share my interviews and my smile with the world! It all comes back to improve my mental health!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Hahaa siii, the sun is doing it too, but the bleach in the water was making my hair downright crispy! 😳😆 I hear you on the mental health, keep up the great work!
That would have been awesome, to be able to live through our hobbies. But he died all too soon. I built a house next door , enjoyed the same awesome views. He taught me to weld and do wood crafts. The most haunting thing that he taught me was... If it worth doing it's worth doing right. He's been dead over 10 yrs now and I still hear him saying that. Well that and he would tell close friends or my Mom If you just shut up , no one would know how stupid you really are. Seems to me that might work for a certain ex Pres. The Fernando's seem most fortunate to be able to share that time together. Another good one Mr B. Keep em coming. P n D
Hey Dave, I am sorry you already lost your dad, mine passed to early as well, but that is what cancer does sometimes, it takes them too soon! My dad taught me to measure and hammer nails, cut 2X4's and do some dry wall... we built 3 houses as I was growing up
@dianaj3139 My dad tried to teach to to measure twice and cut once, but I guess that never sunk in. I wish he was around to see my place in Mexico, but he passed away a couple years before we made the move.
They seem like very different places. Each great in it's own way. PV is super convenient - lots of international flights right there. But there's also the tourism that comes with being so convenient. I hope Fernando answers too!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I would prefer a quieter area of Petra Vallarta. Compare the medical care in each, conveniences like laundry service, shopping, and the different neighborhoods. I like a mix of Spanish speaking and english. I’m conservative so I would do best with traditional family people & expats.
If you are conservative then stay in the USA. Mexico is more liberal just more traditional that's all. I am very liberal I just don't like the woke stuff from USA. @@nancypicchi9224
Great job on the American style cabinets! Did he have to have those cabinets custom made? What American creature comforts have you installed in your Mexican home?
I'm guessing the cabinets were custom made. Most are in Mexico. Labor isn't too expensive - including skilled like cabinet makers. You might as well have exactly what you want built! Great question on the American creature comforts! We have beds and couches from the US. I'll try to think of others.
Hello, this is Fernando. Thank you, and yes, the cabinets were custome made here locally. Like Brighton said, custom work here is cheaper than bought at Home Depot, and if you pay attention it will be much better quality.
@@leemartinez2975 Hey there. I have found that a good RO system with a UV light will suffice. I just replaced mine about 3 months ago and i spent about 300 USD, filters are found here locally as well as the UV light. But do not go with a "cheap" one, your belly will thank you!
We're moving back to the United States.Mexico is more expensive than the United States. But now the new government is very scary now. Things are changing. Be careful.
Sorry - this video was recorded in April. I'm actually in Oaxaca right now, headed to La Paz on Friday. Then Kat and the pups will join me in November (after I go north for October.)
Hi Brighton, thanks for the great Information. Wondering if I could ask you some important questions? Due to injuries (25 broken bones over the years) and the body slowly deteriorating I am going to try and semi retire early. I am a 53 yo Canadian and Australian citizen with mexican temporary residency. I own a 30ft trailer and property in La Ventana where I will be living for the winter. I will be receiving approximately $2100usd per month clear. Do you think this will be enough to survive. I have watched lots of RUclips videos.on it, but you know our area better. Thank you. I'll buy you a Marg on the maricon on day... Maybe Bismark or the hambu...? Forgot the ending, something like Russia. Thank you Regards Robbie and Cha Cha, the Pyrenees My crucial question is
$2100 is more than enough to live in Mexico if you have your trailer and land to park it on. With that budget, you'll be able to eat out often! I recommend La Tuna. My favorite place in La Ventana. And the name you're looking for is Hambrusia. ;-) like Russia.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Ignore the trolls. I thought it was a good balance. And at least you interview people. There are a fair number of expat RUclipsrs where it’s only them talking about their experiences and opinions on Mexico, which is fine, too, if that’s how they’ve want to do their channel. But I enjoy your interviews with others who have made the move. It’s your channel. You’re allowed to talk! If it’s not someone else’s cup of tea, why do they bother watching? SMH.
Thank you for another great video. I love your style of interviewing!
Thanks Kristen - I needed this comment as I've gotten a few critiques on my style recently. This made me smile!
Hi Brighton! Thank you for highlighting another terrific family! You have a great sense of who can make interesting stories. Love this one. especially the home and housing of several generations... there is comfort in this living arrangement.
Thanks Diana- I meet so many interesting people. It’s such a joy to share their stories. I’m glad you liked this one!
Thank you for your kind words.
Wonderful video and story! Love the multigenerational living and seeing families thrive together!❤
Me too. My mom is coming to visit this December. Maybe I can convince her to stay.
Brighton would love to see a vid from a perspective of a Mexican from "main land" moving to Baja California Mexico (La Paz) and the issues encountered trying to buy a property in El Centenario (or around there) and not finding anything due to all the ex pats buying and basically taking over. How local people in the "town" of Todos Santos can not even pay for groceries because of the mark up ex pats living there have caused. Would love to have a chat... we as Mexicans really appreciate you. But the extend of the ex pat theme in Baja is maybe starting to get on some peoples nerves. Its a delicate issue but maybe its an interesting topic in one of your next vids. All the best.
@brighton you are awesome... dont get me wrong. Your appreciation to Baja and its native people is awesome. Just saying...
Love the closeness of families living together
Me too!
Hello there, this is Fernando. Thank you for your comment. I consider myself very lucky to have my family so close phuysically and emotionally.
Love your videos. I’m going for my interview for my temporary residency visa on September 17. If all goes well, I’ll be in La Paz in Feb. 2025 to scope it out for retirement.
Congrats on starting your temp residency! I hope to see you in February.
Great story Beautiful home Great life Very serene I love getting in the water. Good interview guys. Thanks
Thanks! Yes, Fernando has got it figured out! 😃
Thak you so much, I appreciate your kind words, Fernando & Familia
Fernando has a great story. It's wonderful that he and his family live in the same house as his parents and that his son can spend quality time with them! Families in the U.S. don't tend to value staying near each other. The fact that he and his dad do woodworking together is fantastic!
Hey there, this is Fernando. We love being able to come home and drop off some little snack for each other or simply ask..."hey you want to go to Home Depot?" It is definetely a great situation. Of course we always have to redefine who is right and wrong when it comes to wood working...
@@caifasmana It's simple. Your dad is always right. I learned that around age 25. And then I got married and learned my wife was always right too. Luckily, my wife and my dad got along really well...
@@caifasmana In many ways I envy you. I'm almost 70 and still have questions I'd like to ask him.
@@caifasmana Lol!
Hi Francisco!! Great video. I can’t wait to see your beautiful place! Hugs, Julie ❤
Another wonderful video. Wow, very cool photography. Talented guy!! Nice house, plenty of room. Also great to have the parents below!
Super talented. And he told me I could borrow his clamps. The man has an impressive clamp collection!
Very nice story 👌
Thank you for watching!
Brighton you a great mediator thank you
Your Compadre from Yuma
Visiting Washington State
Regards.
Enrique
You are very welcome!
I love how you always share with a smile Brighton, it's contagious :) I've been meaning to thank you, on an unrelated note.. In one of your videos you mentioned your wife was buying water to wash her hair, which lit a lightbulb in my head making me realize I've been inadvertently bleaching my hair with my water from my cistern because I used a 'bit' of extra bleach in it to prevent algae growth, and eep! So now I'm using rain water & whatever else I have around and my hair is feeling so much better lol, thank you!
Hah! I thought it was just the sunlight bleaching your hair ;-)
Happy to share my interviews and my smile with the world! It all comes back to improve my mental health!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Hahaa siii, the sun is doing it too, but the bleach in the water was making my hair downright crispy! 😳😆
I hear you on the mental health, keep up the great work!
I'm in the same situation, but after 25 years of being in California, I m sure I have to go back.
Mexico will welcome you with a smile.
That would have been awesome, to be able to live through our hobbies. But he died all too soon. I built a house next door , enjoyed the same awesome views. He taught me to weld and do wood crafts. The most haunting thing that he taught me was... If it worth doing it's worth doing right. He's been dead over 10 yrs now and I still hear him saying that. Well that and he would tell close friends or my Mom If you just shut up , no one would know how stupid you really are. Seems to me that might work for a certain ex Pres. The Fernando's seem most fortunate to be able to share that time together. Another good one Mr B. Keep em coming. P n D
Thanks! Your dad taught you some good skills. My dad taught me how to fix stuff and it comes in handy in Mexico.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico It seems he taught you to party too. Also can be a good skill to know.
Hey Dave, I am sorry you already lost your dad, mine passed to early as well, but that is what cancer does sometimes, it takes them too soon! My dad taught me to measure and hammer nails, cut 2X4's and do some dry wall... we built 3 houses as I was growing up
@davebaker489 My mom is the one who taught me to appreciate a good blended cocktail!
@dianaj3139 My dad tried to teach to to measure twice and cut once, but I guess that never sunk in. I wish he was around to see my place in Mexico, but he passed away a couple years before we made the move.
Puerto Vallarta or Puerto Escondido? Which do you prefer? Thanks im advance for any feedback.
They seem like very different places. Each great in it's own way. PV is super convenient - lots of international flights right there. But there's also the tourism that comes with being so convenient.
I hope Fernando answers too!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Chiapas looks nice! Good coffee comes from there.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I would prefer a quieter area of Petra Vallarta. Compare the medical care in each, conveniences like laundry service, shopping, and the different neighborhoods. I like a mix of Spanish speaking and english. I’m conservative so I would do best with traditional family people & expats.
If you are conservative then stay in the USA. Mexico is more liberal just more traditional that's all. I am very liberal I just don't like the woke stuff from USA. @@nancypicchi9224
@nancypicchi9224 Great points. I forget that their are quieter parts of PV because the majority seems to be a party zone!
Great job on the American style cabinets! Did he have to have those cabinets custom made? What American creature comforts have you installed in your Mexican home?
I'm guessing the cabinets were custom made. Most are in Mexico. Labor isn't too expensive - including skilled like cabinet makers. You might as well have exactly what you want built!
Great question on the American creature comforts! We have beds and couches from the US. I'll try to think of others.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico A top notch water filtration system is a must!
Hello, this is Fernando. Thank you, and yes, the cabinets were custome made here locally. Like Brighton said, custom work here is cheaper than bought at Home Depot, and if you pay attention it will be much better quality.
@@leemartinez2975 Hey there. I have found that a good RO system with a UV light will suffice. I just replaced mine about 3 months ago and i spent about 300 USD, filters are found here locally as well as the UV light. But do not go with a "cheap" one, your belly will thank you!
We're moving back to the United States.Mexico is more expensive than the United States. But now the new government is very scary now. Things are changing. Be careful.
Brave move before the presidential election.
Wait, you're leaving Mexico😢?
Sorry - this video was recorded in April. I'm actually in Oaxaca right now, headed to La Paz on Friday. Then Kat and the pups will join me in November (after I go north for October.)
Hi Brighton, thanks for the great Information.
Wondering if I could ask you some important questions?
Due to injuries (25 broken bones over the years) and the body slowly deteriorating I am going to try and semi retire early.
I am a 53 yo Canadian and Australian citizen with mexican temporary residency.
I own a 30ft trailer and property in La Ventana where I will be living for the winter.
I will be receiving approximately $2100usd per month clear.
Do you think this will be enough to survive.
I have watched lots of RUclips videos.on it, but you know our area better.
Thank you. I'll buy you a Marg on the maricon on day... Maybe Bismark or the hambu...? Forgot the ending, something like Russia.
Thank you
Regards
Robbie and Cha Cha, the Pyrenees
My crucial question is
$2100 is more than enough to live in Mexico if you have your trailer and land to park it on. With that budget, you'll be able to eat out often! I recommend La Tuna. My favorite place in La Ventana.
And the name you're looking for is Hambrusia. ;-) like Russia.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico thank you for your help.my favorite restaurant is las Palmas
Another Mexican expat and doing the same
Awesome!
how come you don’t do normal interviews ? you’re always cutting in why not in person interviews ? it’s annoying
Mexico Relocation Guide does interviews the way you like - there are lots of options on RUclips. Choose one you like.
Hmmm... I hate to wish negative things... but I'll cross my fingers ;-)
You talk more than your guest 😂
So
lol, sometimes!
Ha ha
I like your comments. Don’t change!
Poor video let's hear his story stay out
Wow - thanks
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Ignore the trolls. I thought it was a good balance. And at least you interview people. There are a fair number of expat RUclipsrs where it’s only them talking about their experiences and opinions on Mexico, which is fine, too, if that’s how they’ve want to do their channel. But I enjoy your interviews with others who have made the move. It’s your channel. You’re allowed to talk! If it’s not someone else’s cup of tea, why do they bother watching? SMH.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Wow. You don't even need to travel to find hateful trolls.
I thought it was a great video! Thx Brighton ❤
@mwiebe2663 Thanks for the support! I agree- there are many styles of RUclipsrs - and mine is an interview where I talk as much as my guests ;-)