My husband Todd and I are also building in Villas de Oasis. Thanks to Brighton and his great videos we came to visit La Paz in July 2023. Realtor Gordon Wilson met with us and took us on an extensive tour of homes in La Paz and El Centenario. This subdivision checked all of our boxes as well and we made an offer. Looking forward to meeting our new neighbors. Hasta luego!
Great video. My wife and I have purchased in the same neighborhood (phase 2 ). Construction is just starting on our home and we couldn’t be more excited. I guess we will be neighbours!
My wife is from Tabasco. We are moving to Colmalcalco Tabasco Mexico (2 kids included). We built an apartment in that small city 4 years ago... it's all paid off now. Can't wait to start a new life!😊
I have watched this specific video over 10 times this couple is hard working no bs approach and very practical. I wish them the best in Mexico!!! Very inspirational/motivational!!
Here’s a tip, Bodega Aurrera is one of the chains that has some of the best home appliances prices in México. Bodega Aurrera is part of Walmart, but for some reason the prices are better in Bodega Aurrera than in Walmart. 😉
Brighten is putting out some really good content. These buyers got very lucky, buying a pre build in mexico is super dangerous for expats, there is almost no recourse if the builder walks away, better to buy something finished. Excellent vlog, gracias!
I agree about pre-construction being risky. Especially how these guys bought direct from the developer. It's best to hire an agent or get a lawyer to represent you. But most agents don't want to show these less expensive properties because the developers don't offer a commission. However, as the buyer, you can work out a deal with your agent to pay their fee. And this development seems to be represented by a legit real estate agency now, so I'd be more comfortable because that company is putting their reputation on the line if something goes south.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico may be on "legit real estate co, and worried about reputation," but why take the chance? So many foreigners like these guys will want to sell in a year or two, let them fix all the problems and buy it finished for 20% less?
@@davebacon6194 Finished for 20% less? Where are you seeing prices go down after construction is complete? Tom and Toni's neighbor's house is currently under contract for $185,000. New houses in this subdivision are listing for $155,000. Most people buy pre-construction because the price is much lower than when the house is complete.
Wow La Paz real estate is appreciating? Who's moving there, not as many expats because of the strong peso and high visa requirements right? Based on the typical scenario of the expat buying when they first get to mexico, realizing it's not their thing, and selling at a loss, wiser to rent for a year or two, no?
It was a risk and we knew it. We made a few payments before visiting in May 2023, but the bulk of the money was sent after we visited. This is also why we didn't use our savings and pick up extra work so if we did lose money it wouldn't be as big of a hit. We also talked to one of the first buyers in the development which made us feel better about the risk.
I stumbled upon the Comptroller of La Paz while trying to find a Jeep roof rack. His statement to me rings true: "In Mexico, we build things. We do not buy things." At the time, I had no idea who he was, but he introduced me to a fabricator who built a roof rack to my specifications, AND he hauled me back and forth from Centinario! As "payment" I bought him his favorite treat from the local cafe and introduced him to Cuban Cafe (too strong for him, but he liked it diluted!) I love the people of Baja Sur!
Thanks for making these super informative videos! This couple really resonated with me and my bf. We bought pre-construction in San Jose last January. Still waiting on the finish which is coming along. We are still figuring out the timeline but so excited for the move.
Very informative and entertaining video, thank you for sharing your journey to creating a home in La Paz. You are truly blessed to split time in two of the most beautiful places on this planet!
This unit appears to be similar to most new homes in the USA. Stucco over wood. Most in Mexico prefer adobe, concrete or cinder block as they retain cool temps inside better. When it's 107 f in the shade and you walk into an 1880's adobe it's nice and cool. Night temps are cool and adobe absorbs that. Modern AC can work hard to keep it cool, but electric is not a guarantee in Mexico every day. Solar could be an option in that climate to guarantee electric?
Cute dogs, nice couple! They really wanted to make a home in MX work and gave up a lot to do it, bravo! Too bad Tom can't get a job in La Paz, then they could move permanently! Very trusting to build a house remotely, so glad that everything worked out for them. Another good interview!
Thanks Cindy. I’m guessing Chefs don’t make a lot of money in La Paz. And they really seem to enjoy going north to Alaska in the summers (which are hot in La Paz.)
When he talked about baking I’m glad I’m not the only one that has problems. I bake a lot and constantly checking the temperature of my ovens . I do have all electric appliances as I did not want to deal with the propane tanks. I guess it’s the fluctuation of electricity. Congratulations and welcome to La Paz.
It is amazing how reasonable home construction can be in comparison to the states! We toured a home in Puebla it was two bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms with upstairs and rooftop patio for outdoor kitchen as well... I was quite impressed when the Realtor told us it was only $50,000. USD... The front yard was very small but had enclosed parking for two cars.... The backyard faced a huge spinach field and front yard faces an Empty field. My family there told me the price was low because most locals do NOT like being near an empty lot or area... For me that would be a bonus!! I am sure that home will be closer to double next time I get back there... so yeah. it's interesting for sure!
We live currently in Bucerias Nayarit but on our journeys around central Mexico, Puebla and Queretaro stand out as two cities that I would consider spending more time in besides of course Mexico city!
I don't believe you need to be a resident to buy any property in Mexico. Foreign ownership is allowed. I'm not sure how that works when you sell your property (and owe capital gains tax) which would require having a tax ID number... Also, getting your electricity hooked up could be complicated - you need a tax ID for that too. I'm sure there is a way to work it out - that's how Mexico rolls.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico FOUND another apto in the north of Brasil 2br 50m2 was r$100,000, now r$85,000 ($15,500 usd) , one hell of a deal ! Prices are dropping in the north and rising in the south ! Cheaper than MX and Asian countries !
Chanel is the agent working with the developer: chanel@bajaliferealty.com and here's the developer's website: www.hogareslapazbcs.com/villas-del-centenario
Hello. Not sure if someone commented but in Mexico when you are close to the ocean you have to do a trust “fideicomiso”. I am assuming they had to that. Thanks
Everybody finds their own path to their Mexican home, congratulations on finding yours! Our friend and neighbor Graham splits his time between Whitehorse Yukon Territory and our beach town near La Paz. He wrote a great story about his building experience which we can vouch for having ourselves hired some of the same characters whose names have been changed to protect the guilty parties. It's an amusing story in hindsight involving plenty of tequila and Pacifico cervezas. A must read for Baja hands like yourselves! My Mexican Home on Amazon by Graham Wilson
I guess it depends on the location. For me, TelMex works well 99% of the time. Megacable was fast, but less stable (good for streaming not for Zoom.) Starlink is great and works everywhere. There are other options in different cities.
We are offgrid out in a rural area with no access to Telmex or other wired carriers so we use Starlink. If you order it in Mexico it costs about half of what it does in the USA, it's 1100 pesos per month which is currently about $66. The equipment purchase is significantly less than in the USA also. We have proximity to a tower so our cellphones work well at our residence with 4G data but a mile away on the other side of town they don't work at all due to lack of connectivity.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I did not realize it was that far away. That would be further than traveling to San Francisco and a long way to get back to the U S if you had a medical emergency.
Wonderful video, Brighton. I loved listening to their story and seeing their delightful house! Something like that would be perfect for me and my dogs! Question... Do you have any videos where folks have talked about getting their fideicomiso? I checked here in Tampico and was met with a lot of blank looks - there don't seem to be any foreigners buying property here.😂
Wow - Fides are so common here in La Paz everyone knows what they are - and most people can even pronounce it! I have an interview with a real estate agent about Fideicomisos and foreign ownership: ruclips.net/video/F1xkDNwHewA/видео.html But for the most part, it's all handled by your real estate agent and closing attorney. Then you just pay once a year.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico thanks very much. I'll take a look! Yeah, apparently, because there are so few expats buying property here in Tampico, the real estate agents I have met with, had to do some research to figure out how to do it. One agent at Century 21 here took me to BBVA, and the young lady we met with said (after consulting with someone else in the office) with a straight face that I would need to have $1,000,000 MN in an account with BBVA in order to get one 😂. Oh well, back to the drawing board. Thanks again for your help. Great channel. I love it! And la Paz looks wonderful!
@@mikecrowley7486 right. I see it all the time. But then you run into someone who will really go out of their way to help you - my agent at Century 21 was one of those people! Finally I decided to just wait and revisit the idea of buying a house a year or 2.
I think it's great you do videos such as this. Have you considered interviewing people who have struggled living in Mexico? I suggest this as we have seen so many people come and go over the years. For many, living in Mexico is awesome but it's definitely not for everyone.
I've been wanting to do videos of people for whom Mexico didn't work out. But those people are harder to find! They are gone. But it's definitely on my radar!
Come on south! I saw the website and the new price. They definitely got a good deal. Timing is everything. But prices don't look like they are going down any time soon.
Buying a place early in a new development is usually a better deal, but also a higher risk. We bought the 4th lot in the 1st phase. If we did it again, I would work with a realtor sooner. We were lucky we found this place and it worked out.
Alaska is beautiful. We visited Homer a few years ago in July, it starts to get dark and then the sun pops up again. I'm not so sure even though our friends in Alaska are wonderful if Pam would survive the darkness or cold of winter there. Having said that it may be why the La Paz area seems so appealing. The only thing is we must visit in the hot weather to see at what temp we Nova Scotians melt at. So sooner or later (I hope sooner) we will be there , meet Flash and make the final decisions. i.e. Do we live full time or part time. Another good one Mr B.. Thanks. P n D
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico This not a complaint directed at you Mr B. Just the Tube brain trust. Obvious example of what happens when a company grows too big for it's own good.
I haven't heard much about that but I could see how it would be a problem. Nationals have more rights than foreigners when it comes to property issues. We have a caretaker who lives on our property when we are gone. These guys live in a more close knit community that would notice someone moving in.
This was really cool. We are hoping to meet folks like them when we move to La Paz in a year. Meanwhile will be seeing our son's in Portland for a few days end ... May early June. Maybe can schedule a coffee with you guys there. We will be in SW.
Enjoy Portland. June is a bit early - it may still be winter! We live in SE PDX. Maybe we can do a group gathering of people looking to move to Mexico.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico the winter has been awful but June will be nice. I will be there a short time, leaving June 4. Previous weekend would be nice for a short meetup. Will be in SW near community college.
@@wendybnz1264 Enjoy Portland. We are about to leave in a week. I was hoping to do a meetup before leaving, but it's been so crazy getting ready for the move (we rented out our house, so we are getting is "rental ready" along with putting Kat's farm to sleep. Crazy crazy!
I am wondering - did Tom and Toni become owners of the property before they started making payments on the construction? Or was the closing by the time they had paid up?
No, we started making payments and owned when we closed. We did have a contract and hired a Notario to review it before we signed and put down the deposit.
@@ToniR625congratulation on your home. I have a couple of questions: how far you are from the ocean? Did you have to do a trust “fideicomiso”. Properties that are 50 km from the coast requires it unless you are not that close. How safe is the area? Last, do you have the contact information of the builder or developer? Thanks in advance for your help!
I use to date a chef and people don't realize how physically and mentally taxing. Long, long hours, working holidays. I see him opening his own restaurant in Mexico or catering in the future. It's awesome that her university let's her work out of country. Its still scary because the photos could of been fake. Spartan FX is good for large money exchanges.
So true on the photos! I didn't think of that. They could be showing someone else's house. I'd never want to work anywhere near the restaurant industry!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico ah, thanks, I wondered about vajillas. Love your videos. Planning to get residency and head back to LaPaz by 2025. November more AIRBNB though. Prices really have gone a bit crazy.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico, Thank you for saying that . People never spoke of mental health issues in certain generations . I myself am so glad I found a therapist to help me through difficult times . I don't understand how anyone could make fun of that this day and age .
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My husband Todd and I are also building in Villas de Oasis. Thanks to Brighton and his great videos we came to visit La Paz in July 2023. Realtor Gordon Wilson met with us and took us on an extensive tour of homes in La Paz and El Centenario. This subdivision checked all of our boxes as well and we made an offer. Looking forward to meeting our new neighbors. Hasta luego!
Congratulations 🥳 what is the name of this sub division ?
Congratulations! This neighborhood was not on my radar, but a lot of people are moving here! Enjoy your new place!
@MexicoDreaming101 Villas de Oasis
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico thanks so much 🙏🏼🙌🏼💖
Welcome to the neighborhood! We love it here, it's a good mix of expats and locals. I look forward to meeting you when your place is done.
Great video. My wife and I have purchased in the same neighborhood (phase 2 ). Construction is just starting on our home and we couldn’t be more excited. I guess we will be neighbours!
That's great Rick! It's still super affordable (compared to the rest of La Paz.) Welcome to El Centenario!
Hi Rick, my husband Todd and I are also in phase 2. Welcome to the neighborhood! Can't wait to have a big block party to meet our new neighbors.
That's great, welcome to the neighborhood! We're looking forward to the construction being complete so we can meet everyone.
What is the name of the developer in case I want more information. Also, how far is from the beach? Thanks
I suggest leaving the images of the house longer rather than flashing them. We already know what the people look like.
Thanks - I’ll be sure to collect longer shots when I’m filming the next ones.
Thanks for the channel, and the inspiration. Regular folks living their dream is just nice to watch in an online full of madness sometimes.
I love how you put that "regular folks living their dream." Thanks!
My wife is from Tabasco. We are moving to Colmalcalco Tabasco Mexico (2 kids included). We built an apartment in that small city 4 years ago... it's all paid off now. Can't wait to start a new life!😊
That sound ideal!
Very nice interview and story. Good luck to you and enjoy your new home. 👏👍❤️
Thank you so much!
I have watched this specific video over 10 times this couple is hard working no bs approach and very practical. I wish them the best in Mexico!!! Very inspirational/motivational!!
Wow, thank you!
Here’s a tip, Bodega Aurrera is one of the chains that has some of the best home appliances prices in México.
Bodega Aurrera is part of Walmart, but for some reason the prices are better in Bodega Aurrera than in Walmart. 😉
Thanks for the tip. There are 2 in La Paz but I’ve never been in one. I just saved it to my list of things to check out.
Brighten is putting out some really good content.
These buyers got very lucky, buying a pre build in mexico is super dangerous for expats, there is almost no recourse if the builder walks away, better to buy something finished.
Excellent vlog, gracias!
I agree about pre-construction being risky. Especially how these guys bought direct from the developer. It's best to hire an agent or get a lawyer to represent you. But most agents don't want to show these less expensive properties because the developers don't offer a commission. However, as the buyer, you can work out a deal with your agent to pay their fee.
And this development seems to be represented by a legit real estate agency now, so I'd be more comfortable because that company is putting their reputation on the line if something goes south.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico may be on "legit real estate co, and worried about reputation," but why take the chance? So many foreigners like these guys will want to sell in a year or two, let them fix all the problems and buy it finished for 20% less?
@@davebacon6194 Finished for 20% less? Where are you seeing prices go down after construction is complete?
Tom and Toni's neighbor's house is currently under contract for $185,000. New houses in this subdivision are listing for $155,000.
Most people buy pre-construction because the price is much lower than when the house is complete.
Wow La Paz real estate is appreciating? Who's moving there, not as many expats because of the strong peso and high visa requirements right? Based on the typical scenario of the expat buying when they first get to mexico, realizing it's not their thing, and selling at a loss, wiser to rent for a year or two, no?
It was a risk and we knew it. We made a few payments before visiting in May 2023, but the bulk of the money was sent after we visited. This is also why we didn't use our savings and pick up extra work so if we did lose money it wouldn't be as big of a hit. We also talked to one of the first buyers in the development which made us feel better about the risk.
I stumbled upon the Comptroller of La Paz while trying to find a Jeep roof rack. His statement to me rings true: "In Mexico, we build things. We do not buy things." At the time, I had no idea who he was, but he introduced me to a fabricator who built a roof rack to my specifications, AND he hauled me back and forth from Centinario!
As "payment" I bought him his favorite treat from the local cafe and introduced him to Cuban Cafe (too strong for him, but he liked it diluted!)
I love the people of Baja Sur!
Great story! Building things is the way to go in Mexico. Especially building things out of whatever you have available.
Thanks for making these super informative videos! This couple really resonated with me and my bf. We bought pre-construction in San Jose last January. Still waiting on the finish which is coming along. We are still figuring out the timeline but so excited for the move.
Thanks for your comment. And best of luck getting your place finished. Will you move to San Jose full time when it’s ready?
Thanks guys...Appreciated the vid
Really great video! First time I have ever heard of buying on time! Just wonderful. And such a reasonable, cute place🎉
Super cool show and super cool people. All there hard work pays off. Awesome 😎
Thanks - these guys are reaping the rewards of their hard work!
I love seeing the dog swimming in the pool! Awesome!! 😊
That dog loves the pool! We are lucky in that our two dogs stay out of the pool.
Very informative and entertaining video, thank you for sharing your journey to creating a home in La Paz. You are truly blessed to split time in two of the most beautiful places on this planet!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This unit appears to be similar to most new homes in the USA. Stucco over wood. Most in Mexico prefer adobe, concrete or cinder block as they retain cool temps inside better. When it's 107 f in the shade and you walk into an 1880's adobe it's nice and cool. Night temps are cool and adobe absorbs that. Modern AC can work hard to keep it cool, but electric is not a guarantee in Mexico every day. Solar could be an option in that climate to guarantee electric?
Cute dogs, nice couple! They really wanted to make a home in MX work and gave up a lot to do it, bravo! Too bad Tom can't get a job in La Paz, then they could move permanently! Very trusting to build a house remotely, so glad that everything worked out for them. Another good interview!
Thanks Cindy. I’m guessing Chefs don’t make a lot of money in La Paz. And they really seem to enjoy going north to Alaska in the summers (which are hot in La Paz.)
When he talked about baking I’m glad I’m not the only one that has problems. I bake a lot and constantly checking the temperature of my ovens . I do have all electric appliances as I did not want to deal with the propane tanks. I guess it’s the fluctuation of electricity. Congratulations and welcome to La Paz.
Interesting that electric ovens are problematic too. I thought that would be the answer.
It is amazing how reasonable home construction can be in comparison to the states! We toured a home in Puebla it was two bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms with upstairs and rooftop patio for outdoor kitchen as well... I was quite impressed when the Realtor told us it was only $50,000. USD... The front yard was very small but had enclosed parking for two cars.... The backyard faced a huge spinach field and front yard faces an Empty field. My family there told me the price was low because most locals do NOT like being near an empty lot or area... For me that would be a bonus!! I am sure that home will be closer to double next time I get back there... so yeah. it's interesting for sure!
We live currently in Bucerias Nayarit but on our journeys around central Mexico, Puebla and Queretaro stand out as two cities that I would consider spending more time in besides of course Mexico city!
Great video. Do you need to be a resident to buy that kind of property?
I don't believe you need to be a resident to buy any property in Mexico. Foreign ownership is allowed. I'm not sure how that works when you sell your property (and owe capital gains tax) which would require having a tax ID number... Also, getting your electricity hooked up could be complicated - you need a tax ID for that too. I'm sure there is a way to work it out - that's how Mexico rolls.
This property is so inspiring. I love the variety of plants.
Great video!!
I bought a 4 year old 2br 1 bath 750 sq ft condo in Brasil for $21,000 - in the #1 best location in the country !!
Try to beat that !
Brazil is a great deal!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico FOUND another apto in the north of Brasil 2br 50m2 was r$100,000, now r$85,000 ($15,500 usd) , one hell of a deal !
Prices are dropping in the north and rising in the south !
Cheaper than MX and Asian countries !
I bought a 900 billion square foot mansion right on the beach in California for 12 cents.
@@thehungrygoldfish and you sold it for 20 cents, great profit
@@InMyBrz No, I’m renting it out for 45 billion dollars a day.
Do you have a link to the neighborhood or builder?
Chanel is the agent working with the developer: chanel@bajaliferealty.com and here's the developer's website: www.hogareslapazbcs.com/villas-del-centenario
Hello. Not sure if someone commented but in Mexico when you are close to the ocean you have to do a trust “fideicomiso”. I am assuming they had to that. Thanks
Yes - pretty much all of the Baja Peninsula is close enough to the water or the US to require a fideicomiso. Thanks for mentioning it.
are there more units available in this subdivison (whether built or prebuilt) - do you have a contact?
Yes - they are still building. Reach out to Chanel at bajaliferealty.com/ chanel@bajaliferealty.com.
Everybody finds their own path to their Mexican home, congratulations on finding yours!
Our friend and neighbor Graham splits his time between Whitehorse Yukon Territory and our beach town near La Paz. He wrote a great story about his building experience which we can vouch for having ourselves hired some of the same characters whose names have been changed to protect the guilty parties. It's an amusing story in hindsight involving plenty of tequila and Pacifico cervezas. A must read for Baja hands like yourselves!
My Mexican Home on Amazon by Graham Wilson
Hi, I have a question. Which internet provider (WIFI) do you recommend for a house in Mexico?
I guess it depends on the location. For me, TelMex works well 99% of the time. Megacable was fast, but less stable (good for streaming not for Zoom.) Starlink is great and works everywhere. There are other options in different cities.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Thanks for your reply. I appreciate it.
We are offgrid out in a rural area with no access to Telmex or other wired carriers so we use Starlink. If you order it in Mexico it costs about half of what it does in the USA, it's 1100 pesos per month which is currently about $66. The equipment purchase is significantly less than in the USA also. We have proximity to a tower so our cellphones work well at our residence with 4G data but a mile away on the other side of town they don't work at all due to lack of connectivity.
@@davehoagland8869 Thank you.
What is the weather like in the summer and winter. Is it similar to San Diego because it is south of San Diego. How many miles from San Diego?
It’s hotter in La Paz than SD. Typically in the 90s. 1000 miles by road from Sa Diego
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I did not realize it was that far away. That would be further than traveling to San Francisco and a long way to get back to the U S if you had a medical emergency.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Thank you for your reply. I like your channel.
Wonderful video, Brighton. I loved listening to their story and seeing their delightful house! Something like that would be perfect for me and my dogs! Question... Do you have any videos where folks have talked about getting their fideicomiso? I checked here in Tampico and was met with a lot of blank looks - there don't seem to be any foreigners buying property here.😂
Wow - Fides are so common here in La Paz everyone knows what they are - and most people can even pronounce it!
I have an interview with a real estate agent about Fideicomisos and foreign ownership: ruclips.net/video/F1xkDNwHewA/видео.html But for the most part, it's all handled by your real estate agent and closing attorney. Then you just pay once a year.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico thanks very much. I'll take a look! Yeah, apparently, because there are so few expats buying property here in Tampico, the real estate agents I have met with, had to do some research to figure out how to do it. One agent at Century 21 here took me to BBVA, and the young lady we met with said (after consulting with someone else in the office) with a straight face that I would need to have $1,000,000 MN in an account with BBVA in order to get one 😂. Oh well, back to the drawing board. Thanks again for your help. Great channel. I love it! And la Paz looks wonderful!
@@DavidSloat-y8n In my experience, in Mexico, the people are unwilling to leave their comfort zone.
@@mikecrowley7486 right. I see it all the time. But then you run into someone who will really go out of their way to help you - my agent at Century 21 was one of those people! Finally I decided to just wait and revisit the idea of buying a house a year or 2.
I think it's great you do videos such as this. Have you considered interviewing people who have struggled living in Mexico? I suggest this as we have seen so many people come and go over the years. For many, living in Mexico is awesome but it's definitely not for everyone.
I've been wanting to do videos of people for whom Mexico didn't work out. But those people are harder to find! They are gone.
But it's definitely on my radar!
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico it's definitely an overlooked subject.
website says these homes are now 155k US. Guess the couple got a good deal. I too live in alaska
Come on south!
I saw the website and the new price. They definitely got a good deal. Timing is everything. But prices don't look like they are going down any time soon.
Buying a place early in a new development is usually a better deal, but also a higher risk. We bought the 4th lot in the 1st phase. If we did it again, I would work with a realtor sooner. We were lucky we found this place and it worked out.
How do you handle visas, since you are apparently staying for more than 180 days?
Alaska is beautiful. We visited Homer a few years ago in July, it starts to get dark and then the sun pops up again. I'm not so sure even though our friends in Alaska are wonderful if Pam would survive the darkness or cold of winter there. Having said that it may be why the La Paz area seems so appealing. The only thing is we must visit in the hot weather to see at what temp we Nova Scotians melt at. So sooner or later (I hope sooner) we will be there , meet Flash and make the final decisions. i.e. Do we live full time or part time. Another good one Mr B.. Thanks. P n D
Homer - the guy from Home Depot?
Thanks - I think part-time is great. Even if it's 10 months per year with two months traveling to cooler climates.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I give up. I've commented 2 times & 2 times it has disappeared. What the heck is going on TUBE !
@@davebaker489 I don't understand. However, I have another viewer named Dave who has the same problem. So...
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico This not a complaint directed at you Mr B. Just the Tube brain trust. Obvious example of what happens when a company grows too big for it's own good.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Apparently RUclips will remove comments with links in them, I took the link out and it works now.
Is squatters moving into empty houses a problem in La Paz or other areas of Mexico like it has become in the U.S.?
I haven't heard much about that but I could see how it would be a problem. Nationals have more rights than foreigners when it comes to property issues. We have a caretaker who lives on our property when we are gone. These guys live in a more close knit community that would notice someone moving in.
This was really cool. We are hoping to meet folks like them when we move to La Paz in a year. Meanwhile will be seeing our son's in Portland for a few days end ... May early June. Maybe can schedule a coffee with you guys there. We will be in SW.
Enjoy Portland. June is a bit early - it may still be winter!
We live in SE PDX. Maybe we can do a group gathering of people looking to move to Mexico.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico the winter has been awful but June will be nice. I will be there a short time, leaving June 4. Previous weekend would be nice for a short meetup. Will be in SW near community college.
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I am in SW Portland/Beaverton & would also love to meet up & learn more... let me know when youll be back in this area :)
@@wendybnz1264 Enjoy Portland. We are about to leave in a week. I was hoping to do a meetup before leaving, but it's been so crazy getting ready for the move (we rented out our house, so we are getting is "rental ready" along with putting Kat's farm to sleep. Crazy crazy!
Do you have the contact information for the builder? He sounds like a stand-up guy and I would like to see about working with him.
I am wondering - did Tom and Toni become owners of the property before they started making payments on the construction? Or was the closing by the time they had paid up?
No, we started making payments and owned when we closed. We did have a contract and hired a Notario to review it before we signed and put down the deposit.
@@ToniR625 so you made payments without owning the property. You closed after the house was finished. Right?
@@ToniR625congratulation on your home. I have a couple of questions: how far you are from the ocean? Did you have to do a trust “fideicomiso”. Properties that are 50 km from the coast requires it unless you are not that close. How safe is the area? Last, do you have the contact information of the builder or developer? Thanks in advance for your help!
U need to show the amount in dollors to mexican mony so we can see the diferents if we pay more in usa then the amount we pay in mexico
“Couches and shit” made me laugh and laugh
I use to date a chef and people don't realize how physically and mentally taxing. Long, long hours, working holidays. I see him opening his own restaurant in Mexico or catering in the future.
It's awesome that her university let's her work out of country.
Its still scary because the photos could of been fake.
Spartan FX is good for large money exchanges.
So true on the photos! I didn't think of that. They could be showing someone else's house.
I'd never want to work anywhere near the restaurant industry!
Nice video 😊
Thanks for the visit
What are property taxes?
I don't know for sure, but probably around $500USD per year.
About $400 US
@@AlmostRetiredinMexicoprobably less than $500.00 dollars per year
seems like it's hard to find rentals for more than a year. My wife and I will be retiring from California.
Tell Toni I am available to adjunct online. Need to save for retirement!!! Desperate for a second job online.
I'll make sure they read these comments!
Thanks, unfortunately, we have more teachers than classes right now. Community Colleges are a great place to start looking.
Hello from the UK. Can I ask for the builder's details.
Hello from the other side of the pond. Here's the project website: www.hogareslapazbcs.com/villas-del-centenario
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Thank you. Wow the prize has doubled in a year. I'll keep looking. Thank you again.
With a house paid in full i imagine there is plenty of budget to help the estimates one million street children in Mexico monthly.
Have you permanently moved here yet? How long are you here for now? We would love to meet our neighbors soon
We are 50/50. Keeps taxes simple and Kat really likes Portland. Where is your house?
When you move to Mexico, never ever flashing like a new car, or jewelry, never walk or drive you may atrack the wrong people
Great point. Being flashy isn't a good idea in all but the safest places. But why not just be chill anyway?
Nice house. I can’t find anything that nice in Guadalajara for $1,800,000 pesos.
On my Duolingo there are two words for dishwasher: lavaplatos and lavavajillas ( really fun to say)
Yes! I think I used the word for clothes washer. Vajillas means tablewear. But Lavavajillas is a much more fun word to say! Thanks for sharing
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico ah, thanks, I wondered about vajillas. Love your videos. Planning to get residency and head back to LaPaz by 2025. November more AIRBNB though. Prices really have gone a bit crazy.
Look up into the camera 😎
Wow, they should open a restaurant.
Claudia said building one million homes poor sss check 1,500 month las Vegas rent 1,800 month energy 350 month work paid time 70 old man
You only buy the expensive items once. 😊
Therapy ads, lol. Okay, this is weird. Um, if someone doesn't live physically in a room, how/why should they be expected to clean it?
I'm big on mental healthcare (I've needed it myself,) so I was excited to have a sponsor I could believe in.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico, Thank you for saying that . People never spoke of mental health issues in certain generations . I myself am so glad I found a therapist to help me through difficult times . I don't understand how anyone could make fun of that this day and age .
His face looks like Celin Dion’s husband.
I can see the resemblance!
You look like Bruce Jenner
Thanks!