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Africana Expat - Living in Merida Mexico
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Story Time: How I Got Scammed in Merida Mexico - Fake Contractor, Lies, Deceits, and a Legal Case.
In this video, I share my personal experience of being scammed in Merida by a man posing to be a civil engineer and a contractor called Jorge Gabriel Valencia Trava of Kava Construcciones.
The story is long, so please bear with me as I share this painful and frustrating experience.
From the red flags I missed to the lessons I learned, I’ll provide all the details of what happened. If you're planning to buy or build your own property in Merida or anywhere in Mexico, make sure to watch this before you go.
The story is long, so please bear with me as I share this painful and frustrating experience.
From the red flags I missed to the lessons I learned, I’ll provide all the details of what happened. If you're planning to buy or build your own property in Merida or anywhere in Mexico, make sure to watch this before you go.
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Existen diferentes tipos de césped y suculentas para el aislamiento térmico del tejado. ¿Cuál es tu experiencia con esto?
Good to know 🌹
USA es mil veces peor!!
Thank you so much for this information. I look forward to being able to afford to live a more expansive life in Merida with rent I can afford. I will be there soon!
Thank you. Your video was very informative. Especially the way you showed the different locals on the map. ❤
I am in Merida now, looking for a permanent home, and your content is very helpful! Thank you!
Great video! I am black west African woman and have spent most of my life in Canada and no one has ever asked me or my parents if we have seen lions roaming the land or if we lived in a house. I am sorry to hear you ran into such ignorant people, but I don't think that should speak for the entire country. I once had a Spanish-speaking person in Canada accuse me of being racist against Spanish-speakers when I was minding my own business which is insane considering I have been spending years studying Spanish and visiting Latin America countries. I find that some people tend to read into things the wrong way. There are ignorant racist people everywhere in this world and everyone on the world is different so there is always something to be prejudiced about. We ALL need to rise above this ignorance. We all bleed red blood🩸 !
Why?
Plants draw moisture into the air
This is a great video. There is so much truth in it. I visited Merida Oct 23 and had the best time. I never felt discriminated against. I have also been to Playa del Carmen, San Miguel de Allende and Queretero Mexico. A few of the women gave me strange looks though. I am sorry to hear that people are still asking ignorant questions about Africa there are so many books and videos that shows the beauty of Africa.
I have to stay a little while longer so I hope we can meet before I leave
Mexicans dont pay much attention to foreigners unless there's money involved. Like if its in a touristic area or business related. I appreciated how laid back and welcoming Yucatecans were. They typically mind their business but were always available to help if needed. I noticed the rich Mexicans, more light skinned ones were less friendly, snobbish. But I notice its how they treat lower class Mexicans which is sad. This seems to be the case in most countries.
I want to meet you!!
new subscriber. best wishes to you
I really appreciate your approach to life. Thank you for sharing!
I am so glad I came across your channel
good advice
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Thank you for this educational video! I am Hispanic but European-looking, born in California. I have been a single mother for 15 years, 9 months, and would be considered a white collared corporate worker. I live in kind of a gray area. And have always been curious about other peoples' experiences. (I recently moved to Spain with my daughter for a better, more fulfilling life...) For many years I lived in a neighborhood north of San Francisco, surrounded by families from different parts of central America & Mexico. It was interesting to observe a significant amount of bias, racism & classism between the different families who were from El Salvador, Mexico, Guatemala, etc. (By the way, my child went to school with their children from kindergarten to high school so I knew the families well, celebrating special occasions together and watching our children grow up!) I once worked for a grocery store/cafe where the Hispanics constantly fought with the Haitians in the kitchens and the Mexicans would fight with the Salvadorans. It It was so strange to see immigrants from completely different countries and cultures fighting. For a short time, I was dating an Afro-Cuban who confessed he didn't understand African American culture. One time I was forced out of a women's bathroom because I was the only white person in black bar. When I went to use the men's bathroom, the security guard tried to redirect me but I told him what had happened. He apologized profusely and told me he would watch the door to the men's bathroom as I used it. These are events all occurred the in the San Francisco Bay Area which is a very racially and ethnically diverse part of California. Growing up in the United States, I've always thought of it as the most racist, classist, culturally ignorant & exclusive country, and the one that fixates the most on race and class, but it never ceases to amaze me how humans can be so extremely xenophobic regardless of where they came from -- and likely because of where they came from. We humans are so drawn to power. My hope is that one day we will evolve to the point where we realize that we all have the same color blood, our heart beats the same, and we cry the same salty tears of joy...and sadness. And a homogeneous world is much less interesting! May Merida continue to be your place of freedom to be the beautiful woman you are!
I find it is best to not take sides in these landlord/tenant matters. People are capable of doing some really grimy sh!t, and are trifling individuals.
I agree. I was neutral at the beginning until I looked further into the landlord
The white Mexicans are Mexicans
I love when beds are flat to the floor, especially when you have kids uggh😅 plus look at all of that storage space ❤
Oh my! What a mess. Thanks for the information. Sheesh.
Do you have any experience on purchasing a home. Or heard of anyone ones experience
yes i have purchased a property in merida and i know of several home owners. Do you have a specific question? you can send me a DM on IG @africanaexpat.
We can look on our own, but it's invaluable when someone from there can walk us through and give us pointers on the neighborhood
Saw the video for under $350 1st, why most of thoselook better than these? Interesting 😊
Thank you for this, good to know who to avoid 😮😢
I'm African American, that was born and raised in Texas, why would a black person want to live there????
Because many of us are able to live a much better quality of life here, as opposed to where we are originally from.
Mexico is New Spain
Lol what is that supposed to mean?
@@Gripo0193The account is saying that so they can act an A-hole to Mexicans while this account acts the victim while doing it 😂 it doesn't work though
I'm Loving everything about this 🥰 She is like the modern version of Ibn Battutta. There are no minorities, we share this planet with everyone else. But just like the workplace, some people contribute with their labor, others with their presence, and some contribute with their absence 🤭 I'm never leaving here ✊🏾 Have a Blessed journey, Beautiful 😘
I've been in Merida for almost two years and have had a very similar experience dating and I was actively trying. I've since given up on the apps and it's a location problem for sure. My experience dating in Guadalajara was so much better.
I know women will often go after men living in Merida who are from other parts of mexico, but there aren't that many of these men. so long distance dating might give you what you're looking for.
I love your content. I'm Ghanian living in Merida and would love to link up with you.
for sure chale! im on IG @africanaexpat
I am American, and as a child I weeped for those African children, even begged for money to give the drives held at my elementary school.😮 The brainwashing is real!
Thanks for sharing. Any info on where I can stay for 2 months? I am a homeschool mom and need a spanish tutor. Is your channel tied to business that's assists?
`for just a two months stay, i suggest air bnb. I run a language exchange and we have a few spanish tutors in the gorup. I will be happy to share the group on my IG page - @africanaexpat
@@africanaexpat Thank you❗️ 🎉😊
Well in the states you can be Black and have money and means and still get treated like shit or treated differently in the medical system. So the fact that you’re saying money overrides race in Mexico says a lot.
I am aware about this unfortuante incident in the U.S. Mexicans see "Black people" as outsiders, who are mostly from the U.S, which they look up to. So they respect us more than anything. Most Mexicans are too busy trying to wrap their head around why you will leave your country to move to theirs. They dont have the time to be racist.
It is too hot in Merida, like dying and going to hell. I have not killed anybody.
Many of us are surviving the heat here. you just have to change your lifestyle to cope.
I used to live in Aguascalientes Mexico years ago with my partner. There was only one time that I experienced racism. I guy shouted out the N word in English. So it was someone who was Americanized who said that. Lots of colorism tho.
I am sorry that happened to you, but in Mexico we don't kill people based on their color.
They probably thought the "N" word is cool, due to its use in rap music. I dont think the person meant any insult. He was probably trying to look cool. Yes, colorism is evident in Mexico. Its very apparent in Merida.
Africana, at what price range you get The Best for your Money ? For a 2 bedroom 1 Bath in a Good Area with no car. Thanks Andres
@@LovelyDreamCatcher-mk6oq anywhere in those neighborhoods that I showed. But the south and west are underrated, so you'll find lots of good deals in those areas.
What is the part of Merida that goes tour Progreso ? and Thanks for All your Info, planning on coming for 2 weeks in November. 🙏
@@LovelyDreamCatcher-mk6oq That part will be in the north such as Francisco Montejo, Monted de Aime, Montebello etc. But anywhere noth of Centro will take you to Progreso.
@@africanaexpat Gracias 🙏 Africana.
Love your videos! I will make it to the Intercambio Language Exchange soon. I have been in Mérida for almost 2 years, I’m older than you, but I find your content informative and current. My experiences have been positive. I am no longer afraid of being the only Black person in the room, which of course, is usually the case. No discrimination whatsoever. No being made to feel unwanted. Living here is peace!
I hear you! It feels so liberating living here. As someone who have lived in many cities and countries all over, I can definitely say that Merida is a "freeing" place to live in. I hope to see you at the Intercambio, we would love to have you.
Great Video 👍🏻 The kind of rents I’m looking for. Coming to Merida Soon. Let’s stay in Touch. I’m in Sanford, Florida but looking forward to retiring in Mexico. Thanks for some Great information and Your Time. Andres
thanks for stopping by Andres. We hope to welcome you to Merida soon :)
Just came across your channel. There is a lot to consider when making such a move. Researching, planning, implementing the plan, adjusting as you go are keys to the outcomes we want. Thanks for the great advice.
Hello. Any referrals for schools dor kids?😊
Do you mean day schools? I suggest joining Merida expat groups to get some recommendations, as there are many families with young children in Merida.
@@africanaexpat okay thx u
Where ro find a realtor?
I have some trusted realtors in my team. If you are a member of any of the expat groups. you will also get some referrals there as well
Thx for sharing very informative. Neighborhoods n all❤
Yes, I was thinking of taking Salsa lessons, as well. Overdue, since I signed up for some classes in the States via Groupon, nearly ten years ago; and never attended. 😩😩😩
they have affordable salsa classes in Merida. usually around $450-500 pesos per month, 8 classes.
Excellent tips!