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@@SuiGenerisAbbie it is cold here. And these place are amazing. Have never been to Queretaro, but these place are similar in size and half the price here. And they have 5/6ths more sun. And none of the god damned TPS reports or Peter’s boss.
I can see the brightness back in your smile Maddie! Been following you for 4 years and I know you’ve had a rough year. So happy to see you this bright and cheerful again. Whatever you’re doing keep it up, happiness looks good on you.
My suggestion pick one for safety, location and affordability. You can always decorate, paint, change however you can not change your location etc. You can paint tile, you can paint wood etc. DO NOT PICK ONE THAT HAS WATER LEAKING ISSUES. BLACK MOLD COULD BE BEHIND THE WALLS.
I think if you purchased the "wood" one you'd be unhappy Maddie. You are such a sunny person and it's kind of like a cave. The price was nice but so so dark. I liked the others but watch out for the leaks in the one with the pink accents. More important than how the leaks look is that they are 100% fixed before they paint them. I worry that there are too many leaks and wonder if more will pop up later on. Good luck on your search! It's so fun to see you get so excited about these houses!
Yeah that one was reeeally dark. Upon further reflection, I don't think I can get past most of the quirky features, like odd division of rooms, glass peep hole into the bedroom, and the strange combo of wood/brick/stone
@@MaddieGold #1 ( or any with jealousie windows - even upstairs...burglars climb walls well! ) is a no-no safety wise Maddie. You're asking to be robbed , especially in a 'rich' area.
My favorite was the most expensive one with the sunken living room and roomy outdoor terrace. I love having space for outdoor living. The house felt very cozy and had a nice flow to it. Good luck on your search.
We are currently in Queretaro toward the end of a ten day stay. You are among the influences that put this lovely livable city on our radar. Thank you. In regards to Las Almos. I thought about the extensive street and sidewalk construction as we waded through the dust of the neighborhood the other day. While the construction is ongoing, it might have a depressive influence on house prices in the neighborhood, but when finished, will add value. So now might be a good time to buy in this lovely treed walkable area.
I love the house in Calesa too. As for the fridge problem, I would remove the wall separating it from the kitchen and incorporate the pantry into the kitchen. Do get an inspection and make sure you get someone good to poke around. Here in the US there are lots of mediocre house inspectors who often miss problem areas. Good stuff Maddie!
You completely right,right now my sister in law buy a house here in California and right when she move in she have 2 leaks that create problems and just like you mentioned I don’t know how inspectors miss it,I think they only have so much they can predict.regarding the removal of wall is easier say than do,but that’s my first tough also,excuse my English.
@@sandragallo2283 moisture also can attract cucarachas as seen in the video,they like to live in wet areas such as leaky restroom,please don’t ask me how I know😂
The three most important things to look for in a home is: 1) Location 2) Location 3) Location. You can change most things in a home; however you can't change the location. I vote for Calesa! You are also making the right choice on Queretaro instead of Ajiijic. Go for it while the dollar is still strong. Make sure to have the home inspected.
@@MaddieGold Location is very important as your lifestyle will dictate where you will be the happiest, as your needs change you can always move up. Safety and proximity to places you enjoy to frequent, a house you can easily maintain and manage so you money and time isn't eaten up by it. I hope you find the perfect fit for you!! You would make an excellent real estate agent, you have a natural flair for it!!
@@MaddieGold Get it inspected ---- In Mexico City lots of people do buy the looks, 'location' and convenience at high prices (apartments), forgetting about the building structure hidden behind those marble finishes and any recent damage due to quakes.
@BettyAbsolutely Hi Betty, i will be able to answer your question partially - in Mexico City there's the 'Padrón de Directores Responsables de Obra y Corresponsables' (a list of licensed inspectors & other associated roles that know about structures and installations). Check the list, choose some building inspectors (you will find their email/phone#/address) and ask some initial questions as you see fit. The list does not report whether the inspectors are bilingual or not (but some have studied abroad).
I just watched your video on House-hunting in Phoenx... I realize this was a year ago, but it would seem that you get a lot more bang for the buck in Mexico! As you pointed out, however getting a loan is kind of a NON-option here in Mexico. So terrific to see the contrast of the two areas... GRACIAS!! You should definitely get into Real Estate video services, as you do a great job showing off any place you happen to look at and your videos are complete and short... As in NOT boring! :)
The pricey one is my favorite. Minus that weird fridge in the pantry thing. Looks move in ready with no renos needed. Quiet area is a plus too. I'm so excited for you whatever house you choose! 🤗
I love when there’s small rooms off of bedrooms, so handy as an office, a small reading book, a writing desk area, a gym, you could make it a bougie closet room, I’m a painter-so a painting room! The wood one is pretty interesting! I love the wood but only when the house is bright, from bright floors and lots of windows for example. Hands down the calesa house is amazing!!!!
Calesa wins in my opinion, and you lit up when in that house. I would also knock out the wall to the pantry and incorporate that whole area into the kitchen with the fridge fully accessible. Location and condition and layout were all awesome. 👍💃🇲🇽❤️
I was in Queretaro for business and after a day, it struck me that I could actually like to live there. So much nicer that other cities I've visited in Mexico and the US for that matter. so I'm following your journey
I definitely liked the sunken living room house! With a terrasse and a yard, you could easily add a raised dip pool. So much potential, I had to rewind and look at it again! 🤔🤗😍🇲🇽
Writing a second comment because I can’t modify the last.. just adding, that the calesa house is amazing but also expensive, so in the lower priced range homes, the white interior one with black counter tops is so sleek and fancy and I really liked it!! And the last one with the bovida ceiling, call me crazy but that place stole my heart ^__^ love the blue kitchen ( though I would change the pink arches everywhere to a blue or something and do blue throughout the whole house.) it’s backyard is gorgeous and so much character!!! I know it’s a boring thing to hear but location is most important!! A perfect house in the middle of nowhere, far away and noisy, will never be loved as much as a shifty shoebox in a neighbourhood with endless activities and around people you like.
I like the sunken in living room with the built-in sofas. The rest of the houses seem cave like, especially that wood/brick obstacle course one. The last house wasn't bad, but it's far from the town center and the design is all over the place with mix and match from French windows to 60's block windows, etc. It's not cohesive. I'm sure you know the house that fits everything you are looking for and dreaming of your future in.
Be careful of any water seeping into the house, that may be a sign of some serious damage and issues that will really cause problems and mold. Remember all homes come with maintenance and can be costly, living in a place you have to remodel is no fun. Kitchens and bathrooms are the most expensive to remodel.
I hear some comment they don't feel well in homes with these issues. I'm sensitive to mold and with several chronic conditions that would definitely be a concern for me.
Omg...my head is swimming with all the options and location, location, location. Maddie I am thrilled that you are seriously considering buying. Take your time. You will know when it's perfect and you belong there. Good luck 👍 💓 ✨️
I really appreciate that you tell a bit about the areas! I'm still a lover and traveller of Mexico, and have been following you around since 2019. Thanks for always being you, being honest, and sharing the magic of Mexico.❤
Hey Maddie another great video. You are natural when it comes to real estate. I know you love the White House with the bodega but coming from someone who has studied Structural Engineering I would be completely worried for you. If you see the efflorescence at the bottom of the bodega that means that water is getting inside the structure. Taking care of it and painting it will not remedy this issue and I believe the structure has problems. The outside noise is also a problem. Location location, location. I would not have fun sitting out in the outdoor space listening to the traffic. I know you love the house but I would walk away
Congratulations, you are 65K subscribers strong! The sky is the limit for you, no ceiling. Love you videos, I like Calesa and Alamos I. I like the last house, but if it were in the Alamos. I will continue to look because it open your eyes of the possibilities. Keep it up, you rock!
Love your videos, I follow for more than 2 years. Congratulacions Queretaro has it all, I lived there for few years, know I'm back in state of México. I want to share my experience in Querétaro as a single woman at the time. I bought my first little house close to costco in a Coto with few amenities pool, salón de fiestas, all simple. The mantenimiento was cheap and the Coto take care of security and maintenance. So maybe if you can explore that posibility. dime years laterI bought a terreno and built a house in a nicer Coto. I keep this nice house. At the beging I rent by Airbnb, then a long term rent. Anyway, I think that beside the house you have to think a long term Profit. Querétaro is raising prices in real state so fast in the last few years. Good luck in your journey. Disculpa he perdido práctica con mi inglés.
That house on day 2 1st house was SO NICE! Loved it. I would see about closing off that outdoor door from the kitchen cuz there was one by it and putting the fridge there. There was so much space there to extend the kitchen. Still the best one you showed.
That pink arches house is so inspiring - you could make it so beautiful. Neighborhoods are so important though darn it! That's definitely the house that I could actually see you in. But there's nothing like rolling out of bed and walking to your favorite neighborhood or street. ❤❤❤❤❤
All the houses you looked at were really nice. You could not get anything for those prices here lakeside. Watch out for water damage as we have walls that are crumbling all the time during rainy season. The fit in this town seems more you than lakeside. Town seems much cleaner less traffic Streets where you won’t break your ankle trying to walk on the rocks that they refer to as cobblestones and you have friends here already and seems to love the town from all you have mentioned in the past. Not to mention the outrageous prices for things here lakeside. The town looks quaint and pretty. Major stores closer there than at lakeside. Just our opinion. Good luck in your search. Don’t hurry. Mostly stay away from silletra (wrong spelling) it can NEVER be fixed no matter what they tell you. We have been dealing with it for 20 years!
I liked the alamos it was all white withe big patio yard and nice car area and being quiet and close walking distance to restaurants etc I also liked the sunken living room one where you could close off your living space from rest of home. Well Ty for sharing can’t wait to see your choice and what you do with it afterwards
If I were to consider buying a home in Mexico seriously, Queretaro would be it. The modern city and some of the neighborhoods remind me of areas I'd see in the wealthier parts of San Diego, and also with mild weather. Smart choice
I absolutely loved the orange house with the built in couches! I would just remove the door to the pantry altogether. I really love this house for you and I hope you get it! ❤
After watching your new channel, after old one, awhile, watching both, I can honestly say I like this one better. I think you really made the old channel happen. I cant really watch the old one even. I dont even understand the direction of the other old channel. Be well Maddie.
I love the sunken living room with rooftop terrace one you loved, (except for the lack of fridge space). But it’s beautiful +spacious-would be such a nice home 👌 great video, thks for sharing maddie
Went to Cozumel last month 02/23 and like always I came home wanting to buy a place in Mexico. I've got almost enough $ saved for a small place there. I'm 54 yrs old and can retire with a pension anytime. Started watching your videos way back in the Tangerine days, nice to see you doing well. I'm really enjoying the house shopping videos, very helpful so you've earned a sub from me once again. I liked the place with the sunken living room and didn't really care for the one with all the wood.
Nice home tour. Keep in mind. that the square area of a house in Mexico is different than the way it's measured in the U.S. in Mexico they include more area like patio area isn't included in the living space in the U.S. but it can be here in Mexico. Also you get to pick which Notaria you sign the escrow type of paper work in which is important because you need to shop Notarias because they will charge you anywhere from 3 to 10 percent of the sales prince of the house to complete the sale and make it legal. We paid 3.5 percent but we know people in Queretaro that paid 10 percent. -Marc
Hey Maddie, I love your videos. I’m a little bit of a real estate investor. Have had rental houses and now flipping one or two houses per year. I like the idea of you getting a big house and closing part of it off to rent out. Even if the two areas are closed off when you are out and about, they can keep an ear on your space and call the authorities if needed and vice versa when you’re home and they’re not. ❤️
Why MX is different. In MX "Squatting" has a more privilaged status than in the US. In MX you can fail to pay rent and not be evicted for a VERY long time. In addition, renting out property can be viewed by the MX court as conducting business, and you Visa can be revoked. If you need to know the facts about MX real estate, you need to consult a licensed MX legal council.
I love the one with the pink doorways and blue kitchen. The stained glass windows make it even prettier to me. Do you like this town better than Ahihic? Spelled that wrong for sure, lol. You’ve gotten so classy looking lately, really coming into your own. Live the hair pulled back with the dangle earrings! Looks so classy! Get the one that makes you happiest and live close to friends.
Loved the house hunting! That wood house was totally weird! I got the creeps from it eeeeeek. But love the last one and the one with the sunk in living room.
Thank you for giving us an idea of what's available in those price ranges. I hope to find a home there with ample parking space, at least one bathtub, sunny patio area, a fairly large kitchen and master bedroom. Looking forward to watching more of your house hunting in Queretero.
Hands down the house with the upstairs terrace and the first floor mini courtyard with grass! it's light, bright, modern and seems to really fit your personality. The others are a fail; dingy, and/or chopped up and weird. As far as the fridge; take the door off of the pantry; a lot easier than knocking the wall out as somebody mentioned; and you could put up a curtain or blind. The ceiling was beautiful with the timber look. I agree with the investor, as I am as well, renting out the extra rooms or guest areas. That would be a huge win. Takes the pressure off video making and is easy cash. Hated the colors in the second to last house, even though that's changeable; the dog area you mentioned - looked beat up and fugly and dirty. the last house -the red, uggg, and the blue in kitchen, ugg, cheapens it, although can be changed. No sun in the terrace space, which would throw me back to the house with the two courtyards and fridge in pantry, so much nice bright cheerful spaces. DO NOT GET A HOUSE WITH MOISTURE ISSUES. Mold is a killer. It will wreck your health.
Great video. So good to see you so happy and positive. Wood can always be painted. It did look a little dark, but seemed warm and cozy. I live in Oregon so that might explain it.
I like the last house with the dark blue cabinets the best. Not fond of the blue cabinets and that pink trim throughout myself, but the rest of the house appeals to me. It has a lot of charm to it.
I really like the red kitchen house! I know you don't dig that color BUT it's such a minor detail that one day could be re-done. Also love the sunken living room house! Absolutely do not like the weird laid out wooden everywhere house, makes zero sense and...ya don't like anything about it. Wish we could have seen the two you weren't allowed to record. I don't mind the house on the road that is being construction on, not much character though but actually love the wood that you're not a fan of lol. And the last house with the blue kitchen, I love and I can tell you love it too. I personally think more yellow added to the blue would look so nice! I'm so excited for you and can't wait to see which one you buy!!
Well Maddie, they are all beautiful, but where's the bathtub? ☺️ I mean you could always put one in, but I would imagine you would be looking for that option. Probably not a common amenity. I love the one with the sunken living room, and the one with stained glass too! You have to feel right about a house. Take that into consideration. When you walk in, is the house welcoming? Do you see yourself living there? Does the walk thru feel comfortable? It's something that you will have for a long while, so you want to look forward to coming home over the years. Can't wait for the next! Be safe and well, we all love you! 🙏❤️
We built a custom home in 2004. When the solid wood cabinets and doors were installed it really improved the sound quality. Adding granite to every room also improved the natural ambiance. I didn’t want to spend the extra money for solid wood and granite but my husband insisted. If I built the home today I would add as much wood as possible. I LOVE❤WOOD😊 Namaskar Dear Maddie:)):)):))
Hi Maddie, nice properties!I want to recommend you to look some "casas in condominio"which are houses in gated communities, most of them with private security paid by the homeowners. This communities are often secluded and with amenities.
love the sunken livingroom house (most expensive). The next lots of wood ..you can always paint wood, the master "book cases" could become a great walk in closet, id remove some of the doors like sliding. the pink trim house is cool , love the arches and "cupola" upstairs, its all about location location location. Didnt see the other two so cant comment except perhaps better located to town ? Also love your hair tied back, looks great.
Love the last house. Lots of open space and definitely paint the entire inside a soft color. The back yard is awesome just add a pool. 2nd choice was the red kitchen or the house after that.
Water in the walls is a major problem.. This means there are leaks from the outside and that can be expensive to fix.. There can be more damage than you can see
All of the homes are different and unique in their own ways. I love that you have the vision to see how they would look if you lived there. Tough decision, no doubt!
The house with the sunken living room is by far the best. The walk-in closet is a dream, and the rest of the bedrooms were large, too. The house looks like it's been well maintained. I would stay away from the homes with water damage. Scraping & painting it will not fix it. Major renovations always cost way more than you think they will. I would opt for something that only has cosmetic fixes, like changing out a floor or the colors. I'm in my 4th home and my 2nd home was an old Victorian that was totally out of date and ended up having electrical, foundation, and water damage issues. My current home is a farmhouse built in 1900, but it was well maintained. All we had to do was rip out all the carpet, install hardwood, and paint it inside. After a few years, we also painted the outside, not because it needed it, but because we wanted to. It's been so nice not having a bunch of cans of worms open every time we want to do something.
Thanks for this we are looking for homes at the moment . Also looking forward to going through the buying procedure with you . BTW love the hair pulled back you would look great in a retro 20's style vibe ✌
You are an inspiration/role model for many single (unmarried) women. This is a great time for you to buy a house now that you are single. Congratulations on making the best financial decision of your life. It is better to own your own place as an unmarried woman because if future relationships don't work out, you will not have to give up your house/apartment you rented with the ex. Keep up the good work. Just an idea for future videos, can you share what is your impresion of Mexican career women and how they manage their family and professional lives? Also, studying in Mèxico for nationals vs foreigners. Many people from all over, specially Central and South America study in Mèxico. Americans study medicine there as well.
We have same problem it's from concrete getting no sun.its very hard to get rid of moisture unless you use water block. Paint will not kill it.its a band-aid.
The house in Calesa is the best and in the best shape. It's a polished presentation and proportions are aesthetically pleasing. It looks good on video and has many different sets for in-house production, literal pun intended. The 25 year old houses look like they've had some issues -- and 25 years isn't that old. More recent construction and all the nice features of the Calesa house will serve you well in the future. I still like that little house in Ajijic, but this one is much brighter and more modern, and you seem most at home in Queretaro. :-) Think also about earthquakes! The repair in the bovada (spelling?) is troubling. I'd feel uncomfortable sitting under a dome of bricks, especially in earthquake country. And just as they prevent thieves from entering, bars on the windows can prevent occupants from escaping in an emergency. It seems that barred windows are present in all of these houses. Make sure they won't limit your escape. Get the best you can afford, even if it's a little bit of a stretch. It will pay off when/if you want to sell. Up until the pandemic, you could easily spend $250k on a parking space in San Francisco. So it seems like a bargain for a house like that. Higher prices are happening everywhere. So it's good you're getting in before things get out of hand. Happy hunting!
I thought Queretaro was generally safe from earthquakes. Is that a problem there? I've been looking at earthquake maps and it seems to generally be free from them.
@@helloworld8492 I wasn't saying it has earthquakes, I was saying one needs to find out about the area and take them into consideration if it's seismically active. There are plenty of earthquakes in Mexico -- just look at Mexico City. Some of the houses she looked at might not fare well in an earthquake. If Queretaro isn't seismically active, great!
I just love every video you do, it’s so comforting and tranquil and fun, no other channel provides that. Thanks for your eye and energy to make every production Enjoyable!
Maddie all the houses you show are to big for a single person. Maintenance would be costly! A reasonable nice, warm, cozy, inviting place would be what I would pick being single
OMG Maddie!! I am so jealous of you house hunting!! We would LOVE LOVE LOVE to live in Mexico and have been trying to figure it out. The last house in your video was funky but very "Mexico" and I love it! You are radiant and happy in your new life and it warms my heart to see you in this place.
I really love the Calesa house❤️I could see hanging chairs coming down off of the huge beams over head out on the back patio, and you could totally close off the bottom and run an airbnb there! I really wish that homeowners would build a maids quarters that reflects how important they are in the home, as if it were for their own family. The maids quarters 👎🏼 Can’t wait to see which home you choose, this is super exciting! Thank you for bringing us along❤
Lovely!!!! Remember this is not your forever home most likely. Pick one you really like that’s the best investment for rentals. Look at historical flooding and quake issues. Also in case of government/riots possibilities something that’s not too close to city center where you or your home would be in the middle.
Great video Maddie. What a tough choice. All were nice but the one in a quiet neighborhood but 2 streets away from the main street seemed like a great location. I can't wait to see what you pick and I'm very interested in a video about the house buying process there.
The house at 22:10 is my favorite. Climbing stairs is no fun when you become older. I am 45 years old right now and in good health but stairs become tougher the older you become.
Courtyard? Sign me up! My mother once had a place like that and for privacy, she installed long bamboo poles in the corners, and draped a beautiful multicolored cotton cloth for privacy. Good luck! Man oh man, does a buck go a long way. Here in the SF bay area, a GARAGE recently sold for 1.3 MILLION.
Lots of possibilities, love watching you look. I think at least a 3 Br is good due to resale value. There are some lovely houses. I like the one with the cool bar. But keep looking if you are not in a hurry. My favorite house I bought, I knew after 15 min. I had to have. It was unique.
Awesome vid friend thanks for sharing ☺️ your your time with us 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico 🇲🇽🥰 Just visiting Mexico City with mi amigo N loving it This city is underrated Cheers J&D ✌️🐶🥰
All the places have their pros and cons….it depends on your priorities and plans? Are you planing on settling in for the long haul? Short term and are you more interested in resale value? Also are you into renovations and the inconvenience and expense involved? Or do you want turn key? I would say one of the biggest red flags was the places with obvious water damage, this can equate to costly reparations…It’s hard to say what the best fit for you would be not knowing what the total picture is. …Having said that, I loved this video and almost wish you would keep doing house tours all through Mexico. Love your channel 1000% (not a typo) Good luck on your search, when you find the right one you will know!❤️
Fun video Maddie! The sunken living room house was my favorite. Why do you need so many bedrooms? Remember location will be your biggest selling point when it comes time to sell.
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Maddie, you must be raking in major coin if you can afford to live so well.
Congratulations!
This video makes me hate my life in Chicago. Thanks. In a good way.
@@davidwhumke3406 Ha,ha,ha!
@@SuiGenerisAbbie it is cold here. And these place are amazing. Have never been to Queretaro, but these place are similar in size and half the price here. And they have 5/6ths more sun. And none of the god damned TPS reports or Peter’s boss.
@@davidwhumke3406 Oh, I know how cold Chi-town gets in the winter time, believe me.
I can see the brightness back in your smile Maddie! Been following you for 4 years and I know you’ve had a rough year. So happy to see you this bright and cheerful again. Whatever you’re doing keep it up, happiness looks good on you.
Thank you for that 😊😊 I appreciate it!
She got rid of about 170 lbs of rubbish she had been hauling around Mexico.
@@emilyholt1898 That bad?
@@emilyholt1898why is this necessary?
@@MisterMikeTexas Yes
My suggestion pick one for safety, location and affordability. You can always decorate, paint, change however you can not change your location etc. You can paint tile, you can paint wood etc. DO NOT PICK ONE THAT HAS WATER LEAKING ISSUES. BLACK MOLD COULD BE BEHIND THE WALLS.
I think if you purchased the "wood" one you'd be unhappy Maddie. You are such a sunny person and it's kind of like a cave. The price was nice but so so dark. I liked the others but watch out for the leaks in the one with the pink accents. More important than how the leaks look is that they are 100% fixed before they paint them. I worry that there are too many leaks and wonder if more will pop up later on. Good luck on your search! It's so fun to see you get so excited about these houses!
Yeah that one was reeeally dark. Upon further reflection, I don't think I can get past most of the quirky features, like odd division of rooms, glass peep hole into the bedroom, and the strange combo of wood/brick/stone
Luckily painting is a very inexpensive remodel.
@@MaddieGold #1 ( or any with jealousie windows - even upstairs...burglars climb walls well! ) is a no-no safety wise Maddie.
You're asking to be robbed , especially in a 'rich' area.
@@MaddieGoldsaludos princesota hermosa Muaaa 😘😘😘♥️
Do not like the first house at all. 2:43
My favorite was the most expensive one with the sunken living room and roomy outdoor terrace. I love having space for outdoor living. The house felt very cozy and had a nice flow to it. Good luck on your search.
We are currently in Queretaro toward the end of a ten day stay. You are among the influences that put this lovely livable city on our radar. Thank you. In regards to Las Almos. I thought about the extensive street and sidewalk construction as we waded through the dust of the neighborhood the other day. While the construction is ongoing, it might have a depressive influence on house prices in the neighborhood, but when finished, will add value. So now might be a good time to buy in this lovely treed walkable area.
I love the house in Calesa too. As for the fridge problem, I would remove the wall separating it from the kitchen and incorporate the pantry into the kitchen. Do get an inspection and make sure you get someone good to poke around. Here in the US there are lots of mediocre house inspectors who often miss problem areas. Good stuff Maddie!
Alway be weary of moisture problems…the paint coming off the walls
You completely right,right now my sister in law buy a house here in California and right when she move in she have 2 leaks that create problems and just like you mentioned I don’t know how inspectors miss it,I think they only have so much they can predict.regarding the removal of wall is easier say than do,but that’s my first tough also,excuse my English.
@@sandragallo2283 moisture also can attract cucarachas as seen in the video,they like to live in wet areas such as leaky restroom,please don’t ask me how I know😂
The three most important things to look for in a home is: 1) Location 2) Location 3) Location. You can change most things in a home; however you can't change the location. I vote for Calesa! You are also making the right choice on Queretaro instead of Ajiijic. Go for it while the dollar is still strong. Make sure to have the home inspected.
Right you are! And absolutely, I'll get an inspection for whatever house I ultimately choose
@@MaddieGold Location is very important as your lifestyle will dictate where you will be the happiest, as your needs change you can always move up. Safety and proximity to places you enjoy to frequent, a house you can easily maintain and manage so you money and time isn't eaten up by it. I hope you find the perfect fit for you!! You would make an excellent real estate agent, you have a natural flair for it!!
@@hannaha4305 Real Estate is very stressful and time consuming as a career.
@@MaddieGold Get it inspected ---- In Mexico City lots of people do buy the looks, 'location' and convenience at high prices (apartments), forgetting about the building structure hidden behind those marble finishes and any recent damage due to quakes.
@BettyAbsolutely Hi Betty, i will be able to answer your question partially - in Mexico City there's the 'Padrón de Directores Responsables de Obra y Corresponsables' (a list of licensed inspectors & other associated roles that know about structures and installations). Check the list, choose some building inspectors (you will find their email/phone#/address) and ask some initial questions as you see fit. The list does not report whether the inspectors are bilingual or not (but some have studied abroad).
I just watched your video on House-hunting in Phoenx... I realize this was a year ago, but it would seem that you get a lot more bang for the buck in Mexico! As you pointed out, however getting a loan is kind of a NON-option here in Mexico. So terrific to see the contrast of the two areas... GRACIAS!! You should definitely get into Real Estate video services, as you do a great job showing off any place you happen to look at and your videos are complete and short... As in NOT boring! :)
Look at Maddie channeling her inner Real Estate Agent career lol. Thank you Maddie. Have an Awesome weekend😉
The pricey one is my favorite. Minus that weird fridge in the pantry thing. Looks move in ready with no renos needed. Quiet area is a plus too. I'm so excited for you whatever house you choose! 🤗
Perhaps a condo? These homes will require a lot of modernizing and money. Best of luck on your search, Maddie.
Queretaro is where you want to live, where you friends are, where you feel happy - that is where you should be. Great choice!
I love when there’s small rooms off of bedrooms, so handy as an office, a small reading book, a writing desk area, a gym, you could make it a bougie closet room, I’m a painter-so a painting room!
The wood one is pretty interesting! I love the wood but only when the house is bright, from bright floors and lots of windows for example.
Hands down the calesa house is amazing!!!!
Calesa wins in my opinion, and you lit up when in that house. I would also knock out the wall to the pantry and incorporate that whole area into the kitchen with the fridge fully accessible. Location and condition and layout were all awesome. 👍💃🇲🇽❤️
I was in Queretaro for business and after a day, it struck me that I could actually like to live there. So much nicer that other cities I've visited in Mexico and the US for that matter. so I'm following your journey
Best state I've seen in Mexico I've been here more than 5 years and will hopefully stay here forever
House hunting is so much fun!! Thanks for taking us with!
I definitely liked the sunken living room house! With a terrasse and a yard, you could easily add a raised dip pool. So much potential, I had to rewind and look at it again!
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Writing a second comment because I can’t modify the last..
just adding, that the calesa house is amazing but also expensive, so in the lower priced range homes, the white interior one with black counter tops is so sleek and fancy and I really liked it!! And the last one with the bovida ceiling, call me crazy but that place stole my heart ^__^ love the blue kitchen ( though I would change the pink arches everywhere to a blue or something and do blue throughout the whole house.) it’s backyard is gorgeous and so much character!!!
I know it’s a boring thing to hear but location is most important!! A perfect house in the middle of nowhere, far away and noisy, will never be loved as much as a shifty shoebox in a neighbourhood with endless activities and around people you like.
I like the sunken in living room with the built-in sofas. The rest of the houses seem cave like, especially that wood/brick obstacle course one. The last house wasn't bad, but it's far from the town center and the design is all over the place with mix and match from French windows to 60's block windows, etc. It's not cohesive. I'm sure you know the house that fits everything you are looking for and dreaming of your future in.
Be careful of any water seeping into the house, that may be a sign of some serious damage and issues that will really cause problems and mold.
Remember all homes come with maintenance and can be costly, living in a place you have to remodel is no fun. Kitchens and bathrooms are the most expensive to remodel.
I agree the mold issues could be very bad.
Yes, putty/paint won’t stop water seepage and/or effervescence in the walls. Run.
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@@djostraat yup.
I hear some comment they don't feel well in homes with these issues.
I'm sensitive to mold and with several chronic conditions that would definitely be a concern for me.
The sunken sofa 😢😭😍 Definitely my favorite and the last one with the pink and blue accents 🤍 good luck house hunting!!
Omg...my head is swimming with all the options and location, location, location. Maddie I am thrilled that you are seriously considering buying. Take your time. You will know when it's perfect and you belong there. Good luck 👍 💓 ✨️
You're tellin' me! haha and thank you :)
I really appreciate that you tell a bit about the areas! I'm still a lover and traveller of Mexico, and have been following you around since 2019. Thanks for always being you, being honest, and sharing the magic of Mexico.❤
Good..I feel you will be safer and happier.. Congratulations Maddie...I'm happy for you ❤
I think so! Safety has been an ongoing issue for me and I've never felt unsafe in Queretaro, even walking around at night
Love the last one for it's traditional features. If you add water features and more plants, it will cut down on the traffic noise.
Hey Maddie another great video. You are natural when it comes to real estate. I know you love the White House with the bodega but coming from someone who has studied Structural Engineering I would be completely worried for you. If you see the efflorescence at the bottom of the bodega that means that water is getting inside the structure. Taking care of it and painting it will not remedy this issue and I believe the structure has problems. The outside noise is also a problem. Location location, location. I would not have fun sitting out in the outdoor space listening to the traffic. I know you love the house but I would walk away
I live blocks away from a freeway, not as close as that house, and hearing the freeway 24/7 gets old. I'd choose something not close to the noise.
Bless you, Maddie I wish you all the best on your adventure of househunting and settling in
Love that Calesa home! Very modern and clean lines. Terrace is so beautiful. Good light.
She looks so beautiful with her hair up and earrings…omg she is stunning, I was just admiring her natural beauty ❤
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Maddie, the house in Calesa is awesome! Thank you for sharing. Look forward to your future video about the home buying process in Mexico. Cheers.
Congratulations, you are 65K subscribers strong! The sky is the limit for you, no ceiling. Love you videos, I like Calesa and Alamos I. I like the last house, but if it were in the Alamos. I will continue to look because it open your eyes of the possibilities. Keep it up, you rock!
Love your videos, I follow for more than 2 years. Congratulacions Queretaro has it all, I lived there for few years, know I'm back in state of México. I want to share my experience in Querétaro as a single woman at the time. I bought my first little house close to costco in a Coto with few amenities pool, salón de fiestas, all simple. The mantenimiento was cheap and the Coto take care of security and maintenance. So maybe if you can explore that posibility. dime years laterI bought a terreno and built a house in a nicer Coto. I keep this nice house. At the beging I rent by Airbnb, then a long term rent. Anyway, I think that beside the house you have to think a long term Profit. Querétaro is raising prices in real state so fast in the last few years. Good luck in your journey. Disculpa he perdido práctica con mi inglés.
That house on day 2 1st house was SO NICE! Loved it. I would see about closing off that outdoor door from the kitchen cuz there was one by it and putting the fridge there. There was so much space there to extend the kitchen. Still the best one you showed.
That pink arches house is so inspiring - you could make it so beautiful. Neighborhoods are so important though darn it! That's definitely the house that I could actually see you in. But there's nothing like rolling out of bed and walking to your favorite neighborhood or street.
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All the houses you looked at were really nice. You could not get anything for those prices here lakeside. Watch out for water damage as we have walls that are crumbling all the time during rainy season. The fit in this town seems more you than lakeside. Town seems much cleaner less traffic Streets where you won’t break your ankle trying to walk on the rocks that they refer to as cobblestones and you have friends here already and seems to love the town from all you have mentioned in the past. Not to mention the outrageous prices for things here lakeside. The town looks quaint and pretty. Major stores closer there than at lakeside. Just our opinion. Good luck in your search. Don’t hurry. Mostly stay away from silletra (wrong spelling) it can NEVER be fixed no matter what they tell you. We have been dealing with it for 20 years!
The smart, beautiful Maddie looks so happy. The house is terrific. Be happy.
Maddie, whatever house you decide on, check to see if it shares a wall with another residence because you will hear them through said wall.
Wow that one house is awesome. The one with the sunken livingroom! HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE!
I liked the alamos it was all white withe big patio yard and nice car area and being quiet and close walking distance to restaurants etc I also liked the sunken living room one where you could close off your living space from rest of home. Well Ty for sharing can’t wait to see your choice and what you do with it afterwards
If I were to consider buying a home in Mexico seriously, Queretaro would be it. The modern city and some of the neighborhoods remind me of areas I'd see in the wealthier parts of San Diego, and also with mild weather. Smart choice
I absolutely loved the orange house with the built in couches! I would just remove the door to the pantry altogether. I really love this house for you and I hope you get it! ❤
After watching your new channel, after old one, awhile, watching both, I can honestly say I like this one better. I think you really made the old channel happen. I cant really watch the old one even. I dont even understand the direction of the other old channel. Be well Maddie.
I love the sunken living room with rooftop terrace one you loved, (except for the lack of fridge space). But it’s beautiful +spacious-would be such a nice home 👌 great video, thks for sharing maddie
Went to Cozumel last month 02/23 and like always I came home wanting to buy a place in Mexico. I've got almost enough $ saved for a small place there. I'm 54 yrs old and can retire with a pension anytime. Started watching your videos way back in the Tangerine days, nice to see you doing well. I'm really enjoying the house shopping videos, very helpful so you've earned a sub from me once again. I liked the place with the sunken living room and didn't really care for the one with all the wood.
Nice home tour. Keep in mind. that the square area of a house in Mexico is different than the way it's measured in the U.S. in Mexico they include more area like patio area isn't included in the living space in the U.S. but it can be here in Mexico. Also you get to pick which Notaria you sign the escrow type of paper work in which is important because you need to shop Notarias because they will charge you anywhere from 3 to 10 percent of the sales prince of the house to complete the sale and make it legal. We paid 3.5 percent but we know people in Queretaro that paid 10 percent. -Marc
Yes, this one, at around 28:00 with coral accent color archway and the beautiful curtains. The cupola, wow! Looks classic Mexicana! Beautiful!
Hey Maddie, I love your videos. I’m a little bit of a real estate investor. Have had rental houses and now flipping one or two houses per year. I like the idea of you getting a big house and closing part of it off to rent out. Even if the two areas are closed off when you are out and about, they can keep an ear on your space and call the authorities if needed and vice versa when you’re home and they’re not. ❤️
Why MX is different. In MX "Squatting" has a more privilaged status than in the US. In MX you can fail to pay rent and not be evicted for a VERY long time. In addition, renting out property can be viewed by the MX court as conducting business, and you Visa can be revoked. If you need to know the facts about MX real estate, you need to consult a licensed MX legal council.
Agree. That's my ideal - closing off to make separate apartments for rent.
I had suggested to her that she could do an AirBNB in the partitioned part of the house, separating upstairs and downstairs.
@@johnhawks5035 If she gets paid up front for AirBNB rental, that would work.
Paint the wood white. We evenpainted our fireplace, was beautiful
I love the one with the pink doorways and blue kitchen. The stained glass windows make it even prettier to me. Do you like this town better than Ahihic? Spelled that wrong for sure, lol. You’ve gotten so classy looking lately, really coming into your own. Live the hair pulled back with the dangle earrings! Looks so classy! Get the one that makes you happiest and live close to friends.
Your wood joke / pun was funny af! 😂😂 that wood overload house was creepy tho, you are great at showing houses!!
Yes, and the glass one too! ☺️
Loved the house hunting! That wood house was totally weird! I got the creeps from it eeeeeek. But love the last one and the one with the sunk in living room.
Thank you for giving us an idea of what's available in those price ranges. I hope to find a home there with ample parking space, at least one bathtub, sunny patio area, a fairly large kitchen and master bedroom. Looking forward to watching more of your house hunting in Queretero.
Hands down the house with the upstairs terrace and the first floor mini courtyard with grass! it's light, bright, modern and seems to really fit your personality. The others are a fail; dingy, and/or chopped up and weird. As far as the fridge; take the door off of the pantry; a lot easier than knocking the wall out as somebody mentioned; and you could put up a curtain or blind. The ceiling was beautiful with the timber look. I agree with the investor, as I am as well, renting out the extra rooms or guest areas. That would be a huge win. Takes the pressure off video making and is easy cash. Hated the colors in the second to last house, even though that's changeable; the dog area you mentioned - looked beat up and fugly and dirty. the last house -the red, uggg, and the blue in kitchen, ugg, cheapens it, although can be changed. No sun in the terrace space, which would throw me back to the house with the two courtyards and fridge in pantry, so much nice bright cheerful spaces. DO NOT GET A HOUSE WITH MOISTURE ISSUES. Mold is a killer. It will wreck your health.
omg you look gorgeous, i been following your videos 2yrs now and you look the best. So happy and pretty.
Such a lovely compliment, thank you!
I love the last house!!! SO many choices. But I wouldn't go too large.
Great video. So good to see you so happy and positive. Wood can always be painted. It did look a little dark, but seemed warm and cozy. I live in Oregon so that might explain it.
I like the last house with the dark blue cabinets the best. Not fond of the blue cabinets and that pink trim throughout myself, but the rest of the house appeals to me. It has a lot of charm to it.
I LOVE the Calesa house! Will be waiting for round 3 😍😍😍
I love your come back strong. You rock. Please do a show on assisted living or independent living options for senior solo women.
I really like the red kitchen house! I know you don't dig that color BUT it's such a minor detail that one day could be re-done. Also love the sunken living room house! Absolutely do not like the weird laid out wooden everywhere house, makes zero sense and...ya don't like anything about it. Wish we could have seen the two you weren't allowed to record. I don't mind the house on the road that is being construction on, not much character though but actually love the wood that you're not a fan of lol. And the last house with the blue kitchen, I love and I can tell you love it too. I personally think more yellow added to the blue would look so nice! I'm so excited for you and can't wait to see which one you buy!!
Well Maddie, they are all beautiful, but where's the bathtub? ☺️ I mean you could always put one in, but I would imagine you would be looking for that option. Probably not a common amenity. I love the one with the sunken living room, and the one with stained glass too! You have to feel right about a house. Take that into consideration. When you walk in, is the house welcoming? Do you see yourself living there? Does the walk thru feel comfortable? It's something that you will have for a long while, so you want to look forward to coming home over the years. Can't wait for the next! Be safe and well, we all love you! 🙏❤️
your vids are so entertaining, thanks for taking us on your house hunting journey
Whatever makes you happy Maddie as long as you are comfortable with the house you choose to buy
We built a custom home in 2004. When the solid wood cabinets and doors were installed it really improved the sound quality. Adding granite to every room also improved the natural ambiance. I didn’t want to spend the extra money for solid wood and granite but my husband insisted. If I built the home today I would add as much wood as possible. I LOVE❤WOOD😊
Namaskar Dear Maddie:)):)):))
Hi Maddie, nice properties!I want to recommend you to look some "casas in condominio"which are houses in gated communities, most of them with private security paid by the homeowners. This communities are often secluded and with amenities.
Definitely the sunken living room house!!!!! Wait a minute the last one is super cute!! I like the wine cellar thing!!!
love the sunken livingroom house (most expensive). The next lots of wood ..you can always paint wood, the master "book cases" could become a great walk in closet, id remove some of the doors like sliding. the pink trim house is cool , love the arches and "cupola" upstairs, its all about location location location. Didnt see the other two so cant comment except perhaps better located to town ? Also love your hair tied back, looks great.
Love the last house. Lots of open space and definitely paint the entire inside a soft color. The back yard is awesome just add a pool. 2nd choice was the red kitchen or the house after that.
Water in the walls is a major problem.. This means there are leaks from the outside and that can be expensive to fix.. There can be more damage than you can see
Take your time. Don't rush.
All of the homes are different and unique in their own ways. I love that you have the vision to see how they would look if you lived there. Tough decision, no doubt!
The house with the sunken living room is by far the best. The walk-in closet is a dream, and the rest of the bedrooms were large, too. The house looks like it's been well maintained. I would stay away from the homes with water damage. Scraping & painting it will not fix it. Major renovations always cost way more than you think they will. I would opt for something that only has cosmetic fixes, like changing out a floor or the colors. I'm in my 4th home and my 2nd home was an old Victorian that was totally out of date and ended up having electrical, foundation, and water damage issues. My current home is a farmhouse built in 1900, but it was well maintained. All we had to do was rip out all the carpet, install hardwood, and paint it inside. After a few years, we also painted the outside, not because it needed it, but because we wanted to. It's been so nice not having a bunch of cans of worms open every time we want to do something.
Thanks for this we are looking for homes at the moment . Also looking forward to going through the buying procedure with you . BTW love the hair pulled back you would look great in a retro 20's style vibe ✌
You are an inspiration/role model for many single (unmarried) women. This is a great time for you to buy a house now that you are single. Congratulations on making the best financial decision of your life. It is better to own your own place as an unmarried woman because if future relationships don't work out, you will not have to give up your house/apartment you rented with the ex. Keep up the good work. Just an idea for future videos, can you share what is your impresion of Mexican career women and how they manage their family and professional lives? Also, studying in Mèxico for nationals vs foreigners. Many people from all over, specially Central and South America study in Mèxico. Americans study medicine there as well.
We have same problem it's from concrete getting no sun.its very hard to get rid of moisture unless you use water block. Paint will not kill it.its a band-aid.
So much fun and thanks for sharing. Can't wait to see what you choose 😊
Hello Dawn how are you doing,
where are you from?
The last house, pink and blue, was the nicest. Lots of garden space and bright.
The house in Calesa is the best and in the best shape. It's a polished presentation and proportions are aesthetically pleasing. It looks good on video and has many different sets for in-house production, literal pun intended. The 25 year old houses look like they've had some issues -- and 25 years isn't that old. More recent construction and all the nice features of the Calesa house will serve you well in the future. I still like that little house in Ajijic, but this one is much brighter and more modern, and you seem most at home in Queretaro. :-)
Think also about earthquakes! The repair in the bovada (spelling?) is troubling. I'd feel uncomfortable sitting under a dome of bricks, especially in earthquake country. And just as they prevent thieves from entering, bars on the windows can prevent occupants from escaping in an emergency. It seems that barred windows are present in all of these houses. Make sure they won't limit your escape.
Get the best you can afford, even if it's a little bit of a stretch. It will pay off when/if you want to sell. Up until the pandemic, you could easily spend $250k on a parking space in San Francisco. So it seems like a bargain for a house like that. Higher prices are happening everywhere. So it's good you're getting in before things get out of hand.
Happy hunting!
I thought Queretaro was generally safe from earthquakes. Is that a problem there? I've been looking at earthquake maps and it seems to generally be free from them.
@@helloworld8492 I wasn't saying it has earthquakes, I was saying one needs to find out about the area and take them into consideration if it's seismically active. There are plenty of earthquakes in Mexico -- just look at Mexico City. Some of the houses she looked at might not fare well in an earthquake. If Queretaro isn't seismically active, great!
@@joeschmeaux oh, gotcha, I'm looking at Queretaro as a part time place to live so I'm gathering as much info as possible. Thanks.
I just love every video you do, it’s so comforting and tranquil and fun, no other channel provides that. Thanks for your eye and energy to make every production Enjoyable!
Maddie all the houses you show are to big for a single person. Maintenance would be costly! A reasonable nice, warm, cozy, inviting place would be what I would pick being single
Some very nice properties, with lots of lovely features; nice amenities & good freeway access. ☺️👍👍
OMG Maddie!! I am so jealous of you house hunting!! We would LOVE LOVE LOVE to live in Mexico and have been trying to figure it out. The last house in your video was funky but very "Mexico" and I love it! You are radiant and happy in your new life and it warms my heart to see you in this place.
Makes me so happy that you enjoyed the house hunting so much! And also that you're cheering me on as I find my footing (and happiness) again 🥹
Is Mexico safe for women especially???????
I really love the Calesa house❤️I could see hanging chairs coming down off of the huge beams over head out on the back patio, and you could totally close off the bottom and run an airbnb there! I really wish that homeowners would build a maids quarters that reflects how important they are in the home, as if it were for their own family. The maids quarters 👎🏼 Can’t wait to see which home you choose, this is super exciting! Thank you for bringing us along❤
Lovely!!!! Remember this is not your forever home most likely. Pick one you really like that’s the best investment for rentals. Look at historical flooding and quake issues. Also in case of government/riots possibilities something that’s not too close to city center where you or your home would be in the middle.
Excellent advice.
Great video Maddie. What a tough choice. All were nice but the one in a quiet neighborhood but 2 streets away from the main street seemed like a great location. I can't wait to see what you pick and I'm very interested in a video about the house buying process there.
Cool to see you in a vid. Always love your work. Hope all is well Maddie, always rooting for you.
Thanks so much! I appreciate that 😊
The house at 22:10 is my favorite. Climbing stairs is no fun when you become older. I am 45 years old right now and in good health but stairs become tougher the older you become.
Courtyard? Sign me up!
My mother once had a place like that and for privacy, she installed long bamboo poles in the corners, and draped a beautiful multicolored cotton cloth for privacy. Good luck! Man oh man, does a buck go a long way. Here in the SF bay area, a GARAGE recently sold for 1.3 MILLION.
Lots of possibilities, love watching you look. I think at least a 3 Br is good due to resale value. There are some lovely houses. I like the one with the cool bar. But keep looking if you are not in a hurry. My favorite house I bought, I knew after 15 min. I had to have. It was unique.
Awesome vid friend thanks for sharing ☺️ your your time with us 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico 🇲🇽🥰
Just visiting Mexico City with mi amigo N loving it
This city is underrated
Cheers J&D ✌️🐶🥰
Oh my goodness, that last house is SO CHARMING!
Estaba muy emocionado de ver el video 😃
You gotta buy the weird refrigerator sunken living room one 💞💞💞 it's perfect..inus the fridge
These houses look amazing.
I change my mind, I LOVE the white house with the wooden beams. good luck, I hope you get the one you love
Be careful, because under those moisture places, it could be moldy
I'm verrrry sensitive to mold, so yeah that's a big downer for that last house
@@MaddieGold I believe there’s moisture meters, may be mold ones too. They hold them up on the wall to check for moisture.
The last house and the other one with the sunken living room were my favorites
All the places have their pros and cons….it depends on your priorities and plans? Are you planing on settling in for the long haul? Short term and are you more interested in resale value? Also are you into renovations and the inconvenience and expense involved? Or do you want turn key? I would say one of the biggest red flags was the places with obvious water damage, this can equate to costly reparations…It’s hard to say what the best fit for you would be not knowing what the total picture is. …Having said that, I loved this video and almost wish you would keep doing house tours all through Mexico. Love your channel 1000% (not a typo) Good luck on your search, when you find the right one you will know!❤️
Fun video Maddie! The sunken living room house was my favorite. Why do you need so many bedrooms? Remember location will be your biggest selling point when it comes time to sell.
You’re so positive. 💜