$250 Apartment - $1,500 Monthly Budget - Beach Town in Mexico

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  • Опубликовано: 23 янв 2025

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  • @tinamexico1604
    @tinamexico1604 Год назад +987

    Because of Cindy and Fred's you tube videos, I decided to make Haultulco home. I'm going on 4 years here...its safe and my health has improved dramatically.

    • @dawnhertz1014
      @dawnhertz1014 Год назад +41

      Hi there, wondering if you have any info or advice on a place to rent. I’d like to be there seasonally. I’m a single older woman who doesn’t need fancy, just clean. Looking for a one or two bdrm apartment or such, fairly close to the beach and markets/town. Foot transportation only. Any ideas? I’d be there 6 months a year, looking to pay 7000 pesos or less. Possible?

    • @ladyfeatherjane
      @ladyfeatherjane Год назад +16

      Hik Tina, can you tell me what the health care is like there? I have a son that has seizures sometimes and am looking for a place that has good available health care if the need arises. Thank you!

    • @rebeprice4400
      @rebeprice4400 Год назад +11

      @Dawn Hertz right behind you lol

    • @rebeprice4400
      @rebeprice4400 Год назад +8

      @@ladyfeatherjane merida

    • @lcwathome821
      @lcwathome821 Год назад +10

      How do I find their RUclips channel..please and thank you !❤

  • @guyfawkes8491
    @guyfawkes8491 7 месяцев назад +174

    Just a friendly reminder: When retirees from the USA pay high rents for housing in Mexico, it drives up prices for everyone. This makes it difficult for local residents, who usually have lower incomes, to afford housing. Please consider how your rent payments impact the local community and try to negotiate fair rents. Your understanding and consideration can make a big difference!

    • @tn18977
      @tn18977 7 месяцев назад

      As if all the Mexicans coming to the US are concerned that they're lowering wages for the locals

    • @denisenoles3159
      @denisenoles3159 7 месяцев назад +7

      How can this issue be resolved? Can they charge the locals less rent and ignore the offer of more money from the foreigners?

    • @kenken6550
      @kenken6550 6 месяцев назад +11

      Oh, for goodness sake.

    • @ronaldlopez298
      @ronaldlopez298 4 месяца назад +6

      Thats what happened in El Salvador, tourists came and people sold them food at double the price as they did to locals, vendors saw it worked , so they kept prices now for everyone else.
      Thats only one example.
      Same as home values.

    • @icastillosmith
      @icastillosmith 4 месяца назад +13

      @@denisenoles3159 try to reasearch how much it costs for a local and negotiate around that. Do not try to overpay for the area. That way landlords will know even if you are a foreigner you are not willing to pay more for what is fair for the area.

  • @monycarrera9218
    @monycarrera9218 Год назад +464

    i love how you expressed about my country, im so happy that foreign people appreciate our country and are happy living here

    • @michaelasay8587
      @michaelasay8587 Год назад +4

      The horrible US???

    • @lorina8699
      @lorina8699 Год назад +7

      I love Mexico

    • @lorina8699
      @lorina8699 Год назад +2

      ​@@michaelasay8587 yes

    • @neoreign
      @neoreign Год назад +6

      How are they finding these cheap places to rent? am I missing something Mony? I'm looking on google right now and everything is airbnb or it is very expensive to rent.

    • @secretstoasafestressfreetr1286
      @secretstoasafestressfreetr1286 Год назад +3

      I think your country is beautiful! I would love living in Huatulco, Mexico if only my hubby will approve.

  • @deemcduffie338
    @deemcduffie338 Год назад +120

    I’ve been agonizing over which city to move to in Mexico… this video helped me decide!!!
    I’m getting off the American “hamster wheel”… I’m 66, single and ready to live a beautiful life among beautiful sweet people! with just my early Social Security. Thank you for all the great info!!

    • @AITechnologyInsights
      @AITechnologyInsights Год назад +2

      👏👏

    • @caroltaverna4365
      @caroltaverna4365 11 месяцев назад +8

      I feel the same way about Mexico. Wanting to do this for years. Would you mind sharing what area you have chosen to live in.
      I'm a senior female and have no family, so I would be doing this on my own.
      I have just started to watch some videos of people from USA, and there's so many beautiful places I see how hard it will be to choose.

    • @__-fl3yt
      @__-fl3yt 9 месяцев назад +7

      Just learn Spanish and be respectful to mexicans

    • @Dgarza7046
      @Dgarza7046 9 месяцев назад +2

      y dont u stay in ur nasty mobile home

    • @Deescizzle
      @Deescizzle 8 месяцев назад +10

      @@Dgarza7046 Where did this nasty comment come from?

  • @YogaBlissDance
    @YogaBlissDance Год назад +128

    She needs to be hired by the town, for marketing and tourism! OMG at the end when she speaks in Spanish about not being judged by Mexican's so charming.

    • @MsMollah
      @MsMollah 9 месяцев назад +3

      Well, the older, retired people are bringing in money to the community, not getting into their politics, not taking their resources, not trying to water down their culture, nor taking jobs or business opportunities from the locals, etc.

    • @laurenbryant521
      @laurenbryant521 3 месяца назад

      All agreed! That woman should not only be Mexico's Ambassador de Tourism, but Hualtulco's Mayor. I'm sold!

  • @marieblyden7512
    @marieblyden7512 Год назад +117

    This is so wonderful to see that older people can retire very comfortably on their pension and social security. I would buy a small house so I wouldn't have to pay rent every month. This couple has found their niche and seems to be very happy in Mexico. Good luck to them.

    • @happycook6737
      @happycook6737 Год назад +11

      Foreigners can't own in Mexico but they can "own" with a legal trust. My parents had a horrendous experience in Mexico getting screwed by the officials (notarios) who were supposed to set up the "trust". Plus everything was a rip off like when something needed fixing, etc. Rental is THE way to do it for the best experience.

    • @fernandomunguia6714
      @fernandomunguia6714 Год назад

      Bs why they do t stay I. The USA we don’t want them here in Mexico gtfo

    • @Love_justice378
      @Love_justice378 Год назад

      Too bad you can't do it in your own country. Why don't Americans vote better so you have representatives that fight for improvement? Not all the MAGA trash.

    • @LewisC-iu3hh
      @LewisC-iu3hh Год назад +7

      It’s very sad, I used to work going home to home and it’s so sad the way most retired normal people live in California. Some didn’t even have enough for food! A couple getting $2000 a month in social security, they lived in poverty, almost all of them. It was so sad. I’d rather live in Mexico or Philippines than struggle for $2000.

    • @seabreezeblank1513
      @seabreezeblank1513 Год назад

      Americans cannot buy property in Mexico

  • @giovannicarreoncota6210
    @giovannicarreoncota6210 Год назад +61

    Now this is the kind of expats we adore and like. Realistic, easygoing and nice!!!

    • @JoseLopez-oq7xr
      @JoseLopez-oq7xr 5 месяцев назад

      no a la gentrificacion. si ves el momento de la piscina ellos conviven sin mexicanos. quieren tu país Mexico porque es un paraiso. pero lo quieren sin mexicanos!! Mexicanos ya despierten , ya no sean tan serviciales con los extranjeros, a ellos no les interesa tu cultura y basta decir que algunos ya llevan varios años en Nuestro Mexico y se aislan y no quieren aprender español!!! Pero si nos estan afectando en nuestra economía porque los costos estan subiendo tanto de comida como de renta o propiedades!!!!

    • @KiKiQuiQuiKiKi
      @KiKiQuiQuiKiKi 5 месяцев назад

      What wonderful ambassadors for Hualtuco!

  • @SoldouttotheTruth
    @SoldouttotheTruth Год назад +120

    A very beautiful country. With Beautiful People. I ❤ Mexico!

    • @MsMollah
      @MsMollah 9 месяцев назад

      But so many people from there have left.

    • @choccolog
      @choccolog 8 месяцев назад

      @@MsMollah I’ll trade my house for five of theirs

  • @noremu3165
    @noremu3165 Год назад +85

    I love this lady....very positive and no ego at all!!! This is the reason she looks healthy and smart....she is advising not go there to presum... just get there and relax and live a healthy and simple life as we all are here for!!!

  • @ufosrus
    @ufosrus 10 месяцев назад +16

    When you speak the language of your guest country you're showing appreciation and respect. This lady fits in really well because she speaks Spanish and so is able to blend in with the locals.

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  10 месяцев назад +1

      @ufosrus, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.

    • @tonyvalle794
      @tonyvalle794 День назад

      Country's dig it when Americans can speak the native language

  • @contenderbp
    @contenderbp Год назад +88

    I’m Nicaraguan & Irish. How fortunate I was to be able stay with my grandparents for summer breaks and learn Spanish. I agree with the Latin lifestyle. No one should ever be judged. The food? Don’t get me started!

    • @cortransport
      @cortransport Год назад +6

      👍🏻👍🏻
      😂 food it’s amazing.

    • @contenderbp
      @contenderbp Год назад +2

      @@cortransport Too amazing!😀

    • @Rhonda858
      @Rhonda858 Год назад

      Yeah they arent keeping her they sent her home until Thursday but on Thursday they going to give her a c section

    • @teynaranjas788
      @teynaranjas788 Год назад +2

      Nicaraguan and Irish?! Dios mio, what an amazing, heroic, poetic, mix of national heritages!

    • @contenderbp
      @contenderbp Год назад +4

      @@teynaranjas788 Oh my goodness! You made me blush!
      Thank you for the acknowledgment and your beautiful writing talent! Wow!

  • @otreborfashionscene5986
    @otreborfashionscene5986 Год назад +31

    Am not from Mexico am from El salvador. Visit Mexico all the time, love their people, most friendly country in the world!

  • @Kiwiwanderer
    @Kiwiwanderer Год назад +50

    Omg I love this woman!! She is brilliant, intelligent, witty, kind , energetic ! Fred keep her safe she is a gem!!

  • @timryan4414
    @timryan4414 Год назад +44

    This lady must have some great local contacts and a very strong second language to secure the work and materials as stated in this video. Kudos to her!

    • @LadyBug1967
      @LadyBug1967 10 месяцев назад +4

      Toward the end I put two and two together and I think she's Mexican-American so she's probably bilingual and Mexicans really I think would be nice to their own shall we say😊

    • @szelop
      @szelop 5 месяцев назад

      @@LadyBug1967Not necessarily! Just because a person speaks Spanish doesn’t mean people will be nice! Ask me how I know!

    • @deeplorable8988
      @deeplorable8988 2 месяца назад

      Or maybe she's exploiting the locals for slave wages.

    • @davidsebastianelli1326
      @davidsebastianelli1326 Месяц назад

      @@LadyBug1967 Cindy used to be married to a Mexican and has lived there for years before leaving and then coming back. Her son served in the Mexican military. Buena suerte!

  • @2008israelramos
    @2008israelramos Год назад +39

    I've been there twice. It's an incredible place. There are beautiful waterfalls with Caribbean blue water not far from there. You can get a 2 hour spa with 1 hour massage for $30.

    • @melissaharris9830
      @melissaharris9830 Год назад +2

      Can I ask where you got that 2 hour Spa with 1 hour massage for $30? ☺

    • @npolfus1
      @npolfus1 Год назад +2

      I get a 90-min massage for $30 USD

    • @rbjones72703
      @rbjones72703 3 месяца назад +1

      ❤❤❤

  • @Neosan1982
    @Neosan1982 Год назад +32

    I am happy for you because you managed to get residency years ago. As Fred noted, now it is not possible to get a resident visa on a small fixed income (mine is USD$1500) because Mexico recently raised the monthly income requirement to over USD$2500. The best thing Fred did was to marry Cindy! ¡Felicitaciones!

    • @gretchengraef3012
      @gretchengraef3012 Год назад +4

      Yes, I don't understand why the amount has increased so much. I picked the right time for residency (permanent residency Feb 2022). I live comfortably on my $1600 Social Security in Hermosillo.

    • @MsMollah
      @MsMollah 9 месяцев назад +4

      @@gretchengraef3012 Maybe they are getting overly saturated with foreigners.

    • @gretchengraef3012
      @gretchengraef3012 9 месяцев назад +3

      I heard it was $4500 per month.

    • @Neosan1982
      @Neosan1982 9 месяцев назад

      @@gretchengraef3012 ... I just read this on Mexperience for a permanent visa: "A regular income of at least c.US$7,300 per month, every month, over the last 6 months. (Some consulates request 12 months.)"

    • @noir2024
      @noir2024 8 месяцев назад

      There are many other ways to get residency in Mexico, if you don't know how just hire a lawyer and he'll walk you through.

  • @Jay_babee
    @Jay_babee 4 месяца назад +11

    shes so passionate when is talking about their lives there, just lovely 💕

  • @huertalapaz8359
    @huertalapaz8359 Год назад +35

    Agree 100% been living in Mexico since 1986 , have had no desire to return , love Mexico ,

    • @annettewheeler8268
      @annettewheeler8268 6 месяцев назад +1

      Can Americans buy property there

    • @demandante55
      @demandante55 4 месяца назад +2

      @@annettewheeler8268 you need Mexican citizenship to buy land

    • @annettewheeler8268
      @annettewheeler8268 4 месяца назад

      @@demandante55 explains why neighbor married Mexican citizen

    • @CuylerSalyer
      @CuylerSalyer 3 месяца назад +2

      I have friends that don''t even like to return to visit to the States. You have more freedoms here. No WOKE here, Freedom of Speech, etc.

    • @davidsebastianelli1326
      @davidsebastianelli1326 Месяц назад

      @@demandante55 That is false. You can buy land or a home in Mexico it just gets a little trickier to purchase either near the coast or border. In a nutshell, in those areas you need to put it in a bank trust called a Fideicomiso de Zona Restringida or Real Estate Trust of a Restrcted Zone. Google it...

  • @linb5216
    @linb5216 10 месяцев назад +9

    I’m an American and have been to Huatulco. It is absolutely beautiful and the people are so nice and respectful of everyone. We really enjoyed our stay. I have been to many places in Mexico (absolutely love it). Huatulco…..l could definitely live there! If you haven’t been, please go. Enjoy your stay and be respectful.

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  10 месяцев назад

      @linb5216, Thanks for watching and taking the time to share your personal experience. I'm sure people will find it helpful.

  • @wendyhinckly7044
    @wendyhinckly7044 Год назад +24

    I turned 60 this past November and when I think about retirement I think of how unattainable it seems. I don't wan tot work until I am dead, so I have been looking at other alternatives and this would definitely be one for me.

    • @Colettenetflix
      @Colettenetflix 9 месяцев назад

      where are your from! Miss windy... I have been to Cancun Mexico at least 5 times.. I wld love to move but I dont know ..im reading we can loose our ss if we live the state !!!

    • @__-fl3yt
      @__-fl3yt 9 месяцев назад

      If you are a Karen don't go to mexico

    • @desertsunset8025
      @desertsunset8025 9 месяцев назад

      ​@@__-fl3ytonly a Karen would say that !!

    • @__-fl3yt
      @__-fl3yt 9 месяцев назад

      @@desertsunset8025 i am trying to get and advice to most Americans. We don't care about the customers it is always right and we can show you how to respect people.

    • @wendyhinckly7044
      @wendyhinckly7044 9 месяцев назад

      @@__-fl3yt no, I am no Karen, LOL

  • @lisaraper8053
    @lisaraper8053 Год назад +78

    People improve health wise because the food is not modified or altered by genetics or chemical processes. It’s grown naturally and consumed as such.

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +7

      Lisa Raper, I agree. I love the fresh food options available.

    • @FacesintheStone
      @FacesintheStone Год назад +5

      You can do the same thing anywhere just grow your own food. As humans we are inherently lazy and sometimes we have to force ourselves to do things by moving too far away places where the things we used to go for are not available anymore. Sometimes we have to outsmart ourselves. ❤

    • @longbeach225
      @longbeach225 6 месяцев назад +5

      @@FacesintheStone Not really. Lot of the US HOA rules blocks people from growing their own food. I saw a old article online of a family being arrested for growing food in their front yard in Florida.

    • @sonialucky4446
      @sonialucky4446 3 месяца назад

      @@longbeach225Don’t buy in HOA neighborhoods.
      Have a bucket garden.
      Or move to the country and grow all your food.

    • @rocambole93
      @rocambole93 3 месяца назад

      not sure about that; they use a lot of pesticides and antibiotics in Mexico too

  • @threedawgz6559
    @threedawgz6559 Год назад +40

    This couple had the most amount of great information from all the videos I have seen. Thank you Cindy!

  • @justiceforall007
    @justiceforall007 Год назад +50

    I love Fred and Cindy. They are one of the first RUclipsrs i subscribed to regarding retiring in Mexico.❤️

  • @romeosira3665
    @romeosira3665 Год назад +16

    I love huatulco! It's one of the best places I've visited. It's a hidden gem. Not a lot of tourists. Great, delicious food and the waterfalls are amazing!

  • @AfricanFlightStar
    @AfricanFlightStar Год назад +101

    Fantastic episode into life in Mexico. This life just seems to be so much more authentic to me. Know Guatemala quite well, this beach life is for me. Thanks for sharing, hopefully they won’t get overrun with the influx of us US-based retirees who are fed up with the way life is going in the USA. 👍🏻💥👏🏻🙏🏻

    • @melissaharris9830
      @melissaharris9830 Год назад +7

      Agree 100% !!!

    • @alvaromunoz5410
      @alvaromunoz5410 Год назад +19

      I retired in 2015 and have been going to Guatemala City every year minus the COVID season and I m paying less that $200 for my room per month I don’t cook because I can eat 3 meals per day for less than $10 ….per day, so why should I cook? I sold my Toyota truck, because it’s cheaper and safer to ride with Uber!

    • @randymillhouse791
      @randymillhouse791 Год назад +11

      Why do you think I am watching this video? Life in the USA is not good. The earning of USD is great, but not much else. Retirement in the USA is getting further out of reach for most Americans. Also, the USA has no culture.

    • @deborahriley1166
      @deborahriley1166 Год назад +8

      I retired in 2019, I currently live with family.
      I really need my own home 🤨

    • @randymillhouse791
      @randymillhouse791 Год назад +9

      @@deborahriley1166 I wish you luck. The issue I face now is where to retire to in South America. Money has become less the issue lately. Especially in Mexico, Colombia, etc. I am done with the USA.

  • @lencicollier6492
    @lencicollier6492 Год назад +45

    This is what I mean when I speak of "beautiful" Mexico...
    There's MANY MORE reasons to stay... live... love... than to "flee"...
    There are numerous towns like this through the country... 👍🏽

    • @veravaladez1525
      @veravaladez1525 Год назад

      Why are the majority of Mexica people in the USA lots of them here illegally they're fleeing from their own country!!?

    • @lydialeonard6068
      @lydialeonard6068 Год назад +4

      Perfectly worded, ❤

  • @S36542
    @S36542 Год назад +49

    I miss you guys I am so glad you two are doing well and still enjoying your life in Mexico 🇲🇽 ❤️

  • @luismarquez3358
    @luismarquez3358 Год назад +18

    Welcome home just to hear how happy your life is there is a compliment to my beautiful country now you know why Mexico is one of the happier countries in the world

    • @veravaladez1525
      @veravaladez1525 Год назад +2

      Why are they all here in the USA??

    • @visulino
      @visulino Год назад +1

      They just killed an Argentinian kid with a machete and a Canadian young man was shot dead all in the beautiful state of Oaxaca,

  • @magenblevins2957
    @magenblevins2957 Год назад +29

    OMG I love Cindy! She's a hoot! I want her to be my friend. I'm so excited to watch their videos & learn more. Great video & thanks for sharing Jim! :)

  • @isabelchavez1049
    @isabelchavez1049 Год назад +5

    I HAD BEEN LOOOKING FOR THIS COUPLE ...FRED AND CINDY!!

  • @shirleywhite708
    @shirleywhite708 Год назад +27

    So wonderful and heartwarming 💖 to hear you speak well of the home surrounding you are living in and embracing the community you are living in. Embracing the people you live with and appreciating their culture. So many times people travel, love where they are ,and don't appreciate and respect the people who live there.

  • @verlindaallen3335
    @verlindaallen3335 Год назад +141

    Everyone is happy 😊 in Mexico. I love ,and have embraced, my home by the sea 🌊 💙... I love their culture ...Mexicans are beautiful, kind people ❤️

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +6

      Verlinda Allen, We agree. I have met many friendly, welcoming Mexicans here. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.

    • @veravaladez1525
      @veravaladez1525 Год назад +2

      ​@@LivingOverseasTV , what do you do for medical insurance because i doubt you can use American insurances or medicare in Mexico!!

    • @a.f.7246
      @a.f.7246 Год назад +3

      @@veravaladez1525 I am 83 now. I want to be close to family. I have good health insurance
      So I prefer to stay here
      For now

    • @valeriebingham1483
      @valeriebingham1483 Год назад +6

      Beautiful and kind what about the cartel? Are they beautiful and kind too? 🤭🤭

    • @jasontito7644
      @jasontito7644 Год назад +5

      why are they flooding the us?

  • @mariamadrigal544
    @mariamadrigal544 Год назад +32

    I’m Mexican on my retirement would love to move to” almost heaven, Huatulco”. 😍

    • @lindawilson8434
      @lindawilson8434 Год назад +2

      Worry about health care

    • @LAREGIALINDA
      @LAREGIALINDA Год назад +3

      @@lindawilson8434 in Mx is way cheaper visit to Dr, good prices for medication and great meds. Our plan is also our retirement in Puerto Vallarta Mx.

  • @msseadreamers
    @msseadreamers Год назад +13

    Thanks for interviewing Fred and Cindy. They always are so informative. They are down to earth and allow people like me who does not have much to dream big of a practical paradise.

  • @nastynippelz
    @nastynippelz Год назад +39

    As always, I really enjoy your videos and have learned alot. Cindy and Fred look like a fun and cool couple and I enjoy their vlogs as well. I flew into Huatulco last November and stayed in Zipolite for about a month. I also enjoyed Mazunte and Pachutla ( especially the weekly market ). I now know that I will return to Mexcico soon. Campeche is also definately on my radar, but there is something about Huatulco and the surrounding areas that just felt right for me. This is will hopefully be my future retirement destination. All the best from Germany.

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +2

      Dave71, Thanks for supporting the channel and sharing your personal experience. I was hoping to spend more time in Mazunte and Zipolite. There are just too many places to explore.

  • @jodymooney255
    @jodymooney255 Год назад +24

    I loved Huatulco when we were their in November 2022. Unfortunately, I didn’t go into town and I really wanted to. We love Mexico and the people very much! ❤

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +3

      Jody Mooney, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I'm glad you found the video helpful.

  • @livingworkingoutsidebox
    @livingworkingoutsidebox Год назад +17

    What a wonderful couple. They really know how to live well for less. 👍
    So many memories are coming back from when we lived in Mexico.
    The funniest memory was when you were walking down the street and had to duck down as you walked under the trees and plants.😅😊

  • @MiraclesandRecovery
    @MiraclesandRecovery Год назад +7

    BobPop thank you so much for caring about us! Fred and Cindy

  • @mjc42701
    @mjc42701 Год назад +31

    💗💗I love Fred and Cindy, their channel is awesome and a treasure trove of information for those looking to move to Mexico. 💗💗

  • @robertchristianson1187
    @robertchristianson1187 Год назад +7

    Thank you for your informative videos on Mexico.
    I have been to Huatulco and Oaxaca many times.
    I am from the USA and have travelled to many many places in Mexico and I have nothing but praise for the Mexican people I have met.
    I have always been trested like family when I visit there.
    My thoughts are that many visitors bring their rudeness with them and that makes us all look bad.
    We can thank the news media for all of the negativity regarding Mexico

  • @jfrickerii
    @jfrickerii Год назад +189

    Summary: In this video, Cindy and Fred live in a beach town in Mexico for $1500 per month, renting a house for $250 per month. They give a tour of their house and discuss their budget home makeover, the cost of living in Mexico, the weather, safety, and their friend Natalia gives a tour of a three-bedroom rental home in the beach town of La Crucesita, Huatulco, Mexico.
    Cindy and Fred have been living in Mexico for 25 years and 5 years, respectively. They rehabbed their rental house, adding a new kitchen, dining area, living room, and more. Their monthly budget, excluding food, is $1050. This includes two internet services, housekeeping, car maintenance, purified water, electricity (including air conditioning), and more. They spend 10,000 pesos ($500) on healthy food, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish.
    The area they live in is safe and has a low crime rate. Huatulco is known for its nine bays, 36 beaches, whale-watching, turtle releases, and more. The city has purified water and is eco-friendly, with many natural reserves.
    For transportation, Cindy and Fred use ATVs and walk, as everything is close in their town. A nearby rental home in a safe residential neighborhood costs 15,000 pesos per month, including internet but not utilities. The area has local restaurants, taxis, and is a short walk to the beach and downtown.
    In Huatulco, rental prices vary depending on the season and the type of home. A house with a swimming pool can cost around 35,000 pesos per month, while a two-story unfurnished house can cost 7,000 to 8,000 pesos per month. Condominiums are also available for around $84,000.
    Cindy and Fred also share some information about obtaining residency in Mexico and their experience living in the country. Overall, they are very happy living in Mexico and appreciate the acceptance and kindness of the local people.

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +27

      @Jim Great summary. Thanks for taking the time!

    • @tryan7
      @tryan7 Год назад +12

      That about sums it up. Well done. You cut right to the heart❤ of the matter. Thank you.

    • @tinamcclure7984
      @tinamcclure7984 Год назад +8

      Happy to see that you and Fred have moved into a larger place.

    • @pedrozatravel
      @pedrozatravel Год назад +4

      Great summary

  • @benitocuevas5159
    @benitocuevas5159 Год назад +11

    I love videos like this. I think that anyone wanting to change their lives for the better should consider moving to Mexico. Fantastic video of this wonderful couple.

  • @prieten49
    @prieten49 Год назад +7

    Great to see Cindy and Fred again. They have their own RUclips channel too.

  • @Lizz7711
    @Lizz7711 Год назад +6

    The very first video I saw about Mexico was when I was researching tiny homes and Cindy and Fred had a video about a tiny home in Mexico! It was their prior studio apartment. This started me on a binge of watching Mexico videos and then in 2021 I got my temp residency and renewed it for 3 years in 2022. Still living in the USA but Olán to sell my house early next year and move to Mexico city( and may winter run Huatulco or Puerto Vallarta!) All thanks to “retire in Mexico” videos by Cindy!! ❤❤❤

    • @davidsebastianelli1326
      @davidsebastianelli1326 Месяц назад +1

      Hola Lizz! I knew I would eventually move to Mexico after visiting hundreds of times since the 80's when I would come down to remote beach camp, surf and fish. During those years I fell in love with the warm welcoming people, family based culture and of course the food. I watched all of Cindy and Fred's videos when I finally started planning my move to Mexico and moved here in 2020. It was the best thing I've ever done for myself! BTW- They really did a great job on their old place and their new place. Buena suerte desde algun lugar de Mexico!

    • @Lizz7711
      @Lizz7711 Месяц назад

      @ Gracias!! That’s wonderful you made your dream a reality!! I can’t wait to do the same! 2025!!!

  • @therehastobesomethingmoore
    @therehastobesomethingmoore Год назад +19

    We can’t take the heat. We live in the mountains of Matagalpa, Nicaragua…great little city. Our budget, if you don’t include what we spend on our 3 dogs is easily under $1000/month.
    Our rental house is $200/month. Fresh fruits n veggies everywhere.
    $20 cell phone
    $50 internet 235 mgb /20 mgb- fast !
    Electric$15-$20/month
    Gas- $5. stove
    Safe, inexpensive, wonderful people.

    • @sweetsongstress7398
      @sweetsongstress7398 Год назад +1

      I’m with you, please let me know if you can share any more about your area! Cindy says the best season to rent is May. Does Matalgapa have a low season as well? I will be watching your channel! Thanks in advance!

    • @therehastobesomethingmoore
      @therehastobesomethingmoore Год назад +4

      @@sweetsongstress7398
      Hi Songstress,
      I get the feeling there is not really a season here. There are very few expats here ( I understand approx 400 ). The temps stay roughly the same all year round…..varies but not that much. Happily we will be through the two hotter months in 5-6 weeks. If you have any questions please let me know.

    • @paulabrown5243
      @paulabrown5243 Год назад +2

      Nice! I prefer the mountains.

    • @sweetsongstress7398
      @sweetsongstress7398 Год назад +4

      @@therehastobesomethingmoore yes I will, thank you for taking the moment to reply, very helpful! :) have a good weekend out there. Hope to see more of your adventures!

    • @luperamos7307
      @luperamos7307 3 месяца назад

      Did you ever consider buying in Nicaragua? I have heard that it is much cheaper, but don't know how it works with property rights and how crime is in that country.

  • @synocrat601
    @synocrat601 Год назад +14

    The people of Oaxaca are super friendly and welcoming to strangers, pretty much everyone I met backpacking along the coast from Puerto Escondido down through Hualtulco was just so friendly. I was down a couple months ago after the hurricane Agatha had gone through and I was amazed to see how much everyone had pulled together to get things put back together again.

  • @lashdown9327
    @lashdown9327 Год назад +14

    I definitely want to live here, I lived in Tulum and it was beautiful but too expensive. Huatulco looks beautiful and I’d like to work and live free in Mexico most definitely

    • @cocoa575
      @cocoa575 Год назад +1

      I have a word for you: gentrification

    • @__-fl3yt
      @__-fl3yt 9 месяцев назад

      As soon you don't see yourself as a queen

    • @MelanatedHomesteadher
      @MelanatedHomesteadher 8 месяцев назад

      ​@@cocoa575exactly

  • @okrantomatoes
    @okrantomatoes Год назад +3

    Cindy and Fred has been my favorite for years!!

  • @jovitavillalpando2827
    @jovitavillalpando2827 Год назад +8

    I’ve been here huatalco it’s the cleanest town in Mexico! Very beautiful the food is great!

  • @gladyrose21
    @gladyrose21 Год назад +2

    Thanks for hanging Cindy and Fred, I love this couple. It is so nice to see them healthy .
    They both look great.

  • @ginny0719
    @ginny0719 Год назад +9

    I am envious! Having respiratory issues limits me on everything...this video is hopeful. Especially the joint inflammation aspect. Bless you two!

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +2

      Best of luck!

    • @JuanMoreno-wo5yb
      @JuanMoreno-wo5yb Год назад +3

      I have bronquitis and I am here in Huatulco for that and other old man issues. It is hot but my body loves it even though a fresh breeze is something to cherish here!!

  • @ksolobk
    @ksolobk Год назад +4

    Got to love Cindy......"Tiene nervios, cuidese porque tiene nervios" she has adapted to the culture quite nice. Love it!

  • @ArielleVicMaxim
    @ArielleVicMaxim Год назад +13

    I love how she says “We Are” with so much pride, that’s what Mexico does to immigrants this why new immigrants and our ancestors regardless of which country they were able to adapt to the country and felt a sense of belonging, people from different backgrounds, cultures, race, are proud to call themselves Mexicans, because they are weather they were born there or they just been there for a few days 😊

    • @LadyBug1967
      @LadyBug1967 10 месяцев назад

      A good point but I think she's Mexican-American which is why it was easier for her to do all the stuff she did and she's bilingual for sure Spanish English.

  • @CBJAMPA
    @CBJAMPA 4 месяца назад +1

    So good to see Cindy and Fred again after such a long time! I was worried about them. I used to follow their RUclips channel, but all of a sudden I couldn’t find their channel anymore. Great to know they’re fine and enjoying life just as they love! Kudos to them and to this channel! ❤

  • @eliyahudbenperetz1615
    @eliyahudbenperetz1615 Год назад +5

    Always remember that only the bad news sales, I being in Mexico many times , even on not good at all zones and nothing happens, everyone was super nice to us. I can't wait to move down there. 7 more years and I see you there.

  • @frankpourcel7068
    @frankpourcel7068 Год назад +17

    Congratulations! se han adaptado a su nuevo hogar y vida aqui en México. Good

    • @LivingOverseasTV
      @LivingOverseasTV  Год назад +1

      Frank Pourcel, Yes they have. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.

    • @FreyaRae1510
      @FreyaRae1510 Год назад +1

      @@LivingOverseasTV why would they spend money renovating somone elses house with only a 3yr lease.

    • @MyBlazingLife
      @MyBlazingLife Год назад +2

      @@FreyaRae1510 Exactly what I was thinking. After their lease is up and the owner sees the renovations, she can jack up the price or decide to move back in herself.

  • @beeonthyme5760
    @beeonthyme5760 2 месяца назад +1

    I am so glad to find Cindy and Fred Again!!!! I watched them all the time, but changed phones and lost all of my video channels. Im going to subscribe to their channel now!

  • @funL1F3
    @funL1F3 Год назад +4

    Mexico is so GREAT! I feel blessed to have lived and travelled there when I was a young adult!

  • @Joltz1245
    @Joltz1245 Год назад +2

    The warmer climate is ideal... Thank you for the information. It's great that Mexico welcomes foreign residents.

  • @joeguzman3558
    @joeguzman3558 Год назад +5

    Another good benefit of living by the ocean is the body works better at sea level then in mountains specially when a person is Older - the higher you go your blood pressure gos up too - and the fresh food and the weather and less stressed all of that makes a big difference, iv been thinking about moving to Mexico but my biggest problem i have is choosing where in Mexico , i have some friends that moved to la paz 2 years ago and they love it, but i understand there's better places as you go more south.

  • @marygrise8490
    @marygrise8490 11 месяцев назад +2

    I miss their RUclips channel. I am glad that they are doing well.

  • @toolrammsteindeftones
    @toolrammsteindeftones Год назад +5

    Such a lovely couple. I was born in Mexico City but I've been in Phoenix 36 years. One day I will retire back to a place like this, maybe Vallarta. Loved how you said "we" are eco friendly. Loved it.

    • @QueenB572
      @QueenB572 Год назад +1

      The way Phoenix is going downhill, I would advise you to make your move! I would love to get out of here myself! It’s becoming a hell hole and unaffordable!

  • @ceciliaparsa
    @ceciliaparsa Год назад +1

    I would like to surround myself with people like them. So much wisdom, and they are just delightful.

  • @FixeyesAbove
    @FixeyesAbove Год назад +12

    Love to both of you for encouraging a beautiful retirement!!!🌸🙏🏼🤩

  • @castillalex
    @castillalex Год назад +7

    Que bonita pareja muy amables irradian muy buena vibra, muchos saludos y bendiciones!!!

  • @tryan7
    @tryan7 Год назад +4

    I like your remodeling job. Very tastful choices. You definitely increased the value for the owner(s). Best wishes. I have been to Huatulco twice.

  • @mozziekitkat6298
    @mozziekitkat6298 10 месяцев назад

    Amazing Cindy & Fred. I've been looking to retire in Mexico - I'm Canadian and not a fan of the cold, the extreme cost of living or the idiot running our country. Huatulco seems to be a great spot for enjoying my retirement and living within a fixed budget. Thanks for the great video.

  • @suen5006
    @suen5006 Год назад +4

    Happy to see Fred and Cindy again! I have been wondering what happened to them as I haven't seen any of their videos lately; glad to know they are living well! Thanks for featuring them.

    • @hoz49
      @hoz49 Год назад +1

      Something happened, RUclips took down their original channel
      But they have a new channel now

  • @jeannerountree952
    @jeannerountree952 Год назад +8

    What a lovely couple able to share there home with us in a nice community in Mexico. Unfortunately, my medical condition will not be changed by a change of location.

  • @The1stDukeDroklar
    @The1stDukeDroklar Год назад +17

    Wow, that sounds so wonderful. Just started to learn Spanish and am looking for an area to retire on SS. The residency qualifications may be a problem but I saw a video that said you can drastically reduce the financial requirement by getting temporary residency first and then go for permanent residency after 4 years much easier. I'll look into more once I'm closer to actually taking the plunge. I want to know decent Spanish and save for the next year or two.

    • @JuanMoreno-wo5yb
      @JuanMoreno-wo5yb Год назад +9

      You are so smart to have some Spanish and a willingness to learn more. I am learning on top of learning so don’t stop. Don’t fall for those who say “oh, you can get by without knowing Spanish.” The level you are treated is based largely on your level of Spanish. And you’re less likely to get ripped off which happens everywhere unfortunately. Buena suerte.

    • @5thdimensionexplained376
      @5thdimensionexplained376 Год назад +1

      Yes and still there's a way more easy for old people

  • @secretstoasafestressfreetr1286
    @secretstoasafestressfreetr1286 Год назад +5

    Wow! Where in the world can you get that kind of affordable rent and living expenses? And the fact that it is close to California, it is a no brainer jewel of a place. Looks like a safe and peaceful place. Wonderful! I wish my hubby will approve the idea that we try living there for at least a month for a dry run for a change. Thank you for sharing the information. I am now one of your subscribers.

  • @marciejade1408
    @marciejade1408 Год назад +5

    Loved Cindy vibrant personality! I am in awe of the eco friendliness there! Will most def add to my list of places for sure ❤

  • @keyliving3071
    @keyliving3071 Год назад +12

    That lady is an absolute Angel from Heaven. God bless her and her husband. Thank you so much for sharing this! God bless you. ❤🎉

  • @jackbaldwin3649
    @jackbaldwin3649 Год назад +5

    Wow, thank you Jim (and Cindy & Fred)!! That was great and definitely made me want to check our Huatulco!

  • @dennishassler605
    @dennishassler605 Год назад +3

    Hello, again, Cindy and Fred. Love your video and keeping up to date with you. I have been to Huatulco and loved spending a day at Playa Entrega where I had a guy wash our car for us while the teens swam at the beach. I'll definitely look you up when we go there, but we are more often in Puerto Vallarta. I also liked your video at Playa Entrega - nice memories!!

    • @dennishassler605
      @dennishassler605 Год назад

      oh, yes, I need a house, because I have two dogs - we love our dogs!!!

  • @denacollins352
    @denacollins352 Год назад +5

    I love Fred and Cindy.

  • @ms.suzylucy6868
    @ms.suzylucy6868 Год назад +2

    I really enjoyed this video and the lady was such a pleasure to watch and listen too. She really explained things in such a way as to set everyone’s mind at ease and make you feel comfortable. Both she and Fred (I think his name was -?) made you feel comfortable. I know that if I moved there that I would want to be friends with them. I have been wanting to relocate since before I started college. That was more than 30 years ago. It was amazing to see how inexpensive the rent is. Boy, I would love one of those houses. I’m glad that you two are enjoying your lives together.

  • @effielarkin3044
    @effielarkin3044 Год назад +10

    I am so happy to find you guys today on my computer. It's been awhile. I'm thrilled for you finding your own home. Excellent..lots of room. You both look so relaxed and looking forward to seeing more videos. Great!

    • @robinbirdj743
      @robinbirdj743 Год назад

      They have a 3 yr lease they said, and are renting.

    • @lifeinhuatulco
      @lifeinhuatulco Год назад +1

      We just renewed our 3 year lease

  • @GusGusInc
    @GusGusInc Год назад +2

    It’s good seeing the layout of windows and knowing they have elders with little to No contact with there families nice seeing the streets and references exits strategies

  • @gailalbers1430
    @gailalbers1430 Год назад +7

    I just love Cindy‘s attitude and zest for life .

  • @nala3038
    @nala3038 Год назад +60

    I live in a resort coastal town in Mexico. I am a retired guy who lives a humble, simple life.
    My monthly expenses in USD are as follows...
    $375 - rent, including electricity, water, gas, internet.
    $12 - cell phone
    $87 - health care (IMSS)
    $30 - all expenses to operate a moto scooter (transportation)
    $330 - food
    $ 6 - drinking water
    $100 - entertainment
    $60 - miscellaneous
    $1,000 TOTAL

    • @LadyBug1967
      @LadyBug1967 10 месяцев назад +2

      Naia,which resort town?

    • @Colettenetflix
      @Colettenetflix 9 месяцев назад +2

      way to go..thats awsume

    • @frankramirez8618
      @frankramirez8618 6 месяцев назад

      Eventually the $87 healthcare will go up

    • @mkemke5972
      @mkemke5972 5 месяцев назад +2

      What is the name of the town?? Can you please give other potential beach cities in mexico to retire Thank you!

    • @BubbaSmurft
      @BubbaSmurft 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@LadyBug1967 Don't know the one here BUT I stayed 5 months in Ixtapa for roughly the same amount (Zhiua' would be the same). You can exchange the scooter $ for local bus $.

  • @Lory27-d9g
    @Lory27-d9g Год назад +7

    Wow! It's so lovely from you, talking that way about México. I know there are unsafe places, but most of the country and people are awesome! It looks that you are living in the paradise. I hope I can do the same when I retire, but it will be in Mérida, Yucatán. 3 hours away from Cancun ! Thanks for the nice video ❤️

    • @donald8354
      @donald8354 Год назад +3

      You like the Gulf of Mexico side but I hear it’s very hot in Merida. You probably can use ac. Best wishes.

  • @simoneconsciousobserver3105
    @simoneconsciousobserver3105 Год назад +3

    I lived in Playa Zipolite for 3 yrs. It was 2020 when I was unable to return to Guatemala as I had no legal residency. I was angry at first but soon saw the blessings of my situation. I returned to the States this past Jan and only expected to be here a few months. Well one visit to friends on another State has turned into another and I won´t be returning to Costa Oaxaca until Sept. I am seriously looking at moving to Hualtuco. I loved it everytime I had reason to go. I am challenged with mobility and will need a rolling walker sooner than later and this city will be very easy to navigate. I love the ability to shop daily if needed for fresh veggies and fruits so a local neighborhood is exactly where I want to settle

  • @scottwall4669
    @scottwall4669 7 месяцев назад +2

    Glad to see Fred Mertz is still alive. I love Lucy was a long time ago.

    • @denisenoles3159
      @denisenoles3159 7 месяцев назад +2

      He does not look like Fred Mertz. He looks like the Six Flags dancing guy from the old commercials.

  • @barbarablake2357
    @barbarablake2357 3 месяца назад

    So inspiring. Thanks, Cindy & Fred❤

  • @hwn8088
    @hwn8088 Год назад +14

    Mexico is a Beautiful place 🎉 and so are the People 😊 would love ❤ to live here wn I'm retired,, God Bless you 🙏

  • @tammythompson1927
    @tammythompson1927 Год назад +1

    Vacationed in Huatulco many times. Most beautiful place! Love it there. Perfect weather.

  • @gloriakadar3288
    @gloriakadar3288 Год назад +6

    Im so glad welcome to my beautiful country.

  • @beverlyb6391
    @beverlyb6391 Год назад +8

    Bravo. Bonita Zona y gente agradable.

  • @Y0ungLight
    @Y0ungLight Год назад +1

    What an amazing couple. I enjoyed Cindy's humor and wealth of info.

  • @Landshark2020
    @Landshark2020 Год назад +4

    Mexico is beautiful. And so are the people.

  • @joobie1000
    @joobie1000 Год назад +6

    I would love to move there or oaxaca ! But it seems getting permanent residency is harder in most countries than I 1st thought, iv looked into greece, cyprus, Portugal etc for gaining permanent residency, but it's not as easy as I thought, however Mexico would be a dream come true, sell our home and move as we are both now retired.

  • @gusguerra7031
    @gusguerra7031 Год назад +2

    happy to say Huatulco is my 2nd home and soon to be my permanent home 🏡

  • @sonya5568
    @sonya5568 Год назад +3

    I’m not afraid to move.I just need to learn the areas and best places for me, my main thing is having a digital job.

  • @teresabaeza3754
    @teresabaeza3754 Год назад +2

    I AM HAPPY FOR YOU HAVE A NEW HOME, GOD BLESS YOU AND FRED

  • @deanlongthon4963
    @deanlongthon4963 Год назад +3

    Any Mexican people I have met here in NY who were migrants, were awesome friendly people with a great vibe. Traveling to Mexico because of it

  • @mariobucci7683
    @mariobucci7683 8 месяцев назад +1

    I have been to Huatulco on my for vacation. Very beautiful. Beaches ⛱️ . I have been to the town of Crucita. Just around the corner from the hotel. Nice clean town . Nice beach to. Puerto Escondido is amazing. The beach is white. Big waves though.

  • @fluffy5534
    @fluffy5534 Год назад +4

    Hi Cindy and Fred: Great video and fabulous videography. Would you please make a video and show us all the bugs that you have around the house and outside. Please tell us how you get rid of them at home. Thank you.

  • @tonyvalle794
    @tonyvalle794 День назад

    I get not worrying about owning the property. Your at the end of your live. I am going to look into the city for sure. I live in 110 degree heat four 2 months out of the year. Mexico won't be a problem for me. Great video.

  • @robertodomsr
    @robertodomsr Год назад +6

    Very nice video ! You both are looking very well and healthy!