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Lake Chapala has had extensive studies done on it and many scientific papers. I did my own research in 2020, gathering as many papers as I could find on the internet and coming to my own conclusions. I have written about my findings in a chapter of my book "The Ultimate Retirement Guidebook To Visiting And Retiring To Lake Chapala" My analysis revealed there is some pollution in the lake. Too much for swimming in? No. The reason why this is not really a swimming lake is because of underwater hazards which cannot be seen in the opaque waters. Underwater vegetation, stumps, branches, wire fencing, and fishing nets. If swimming is really important to you then Lake Chapala is not for you. It does, however, offer a world class bass fishery kayaking, and water skiing/wakeboarding. There is even a community dedicated for such activities. Wish you best in your search and thanks for watching!

​@@RetireInLakeChapala Thank you, I will look elsewhere. However, if the lake has underwater hazards such as underwater vegetation, branches , wire fencing, and fishing nets that cannot be seen in the opaque waters, how can it be worthy of kayaking, water skiing, and fishing? Seriously. I'm curious.

@@newvision101 It's an excellent question. These are predominately near shore hazards. So if you had a boat to row out a ways you would avoid the majority of these hazards and be able to swim safely (other than the possibility of sunken nets). Most people think of wading into the water and start swimming which I would not advise. Kayaking is for the most part very safe to do and the kayak club is very active. Water skiing (Lake Chapala has been on the water ski competition circuit many times) is also done in waters away from shore. Fishing is excellent because of the underwater hazards. Largemouth (black bass) are the main sport fish and are predatory creatures who like to hide in the tules or any sunken cover to ambush their prey which is charales and young tilapia. I'll point out that this type of fishing is done with very heavy line in order to yank the bass out from the cover before they take the lure into the branches/cover and break you off. The fishery is world class!

You hit the nail right on the head with your comments. Thanks for watching!

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Thank you for your comment. We will keep this in mind moving forward.

Also, please briefly discuss the water situation is Ajijic and for this home specifically.

Thank you for watching and for your kind comments. 1 year leases on this property would be in the $1100-1200 USD range. There are currently 3 rentals (that I know of) in Mision del Lago. The closest public courts are at Real de Chapala hotel which is 1.8 km (6 minute drive) or 23 minute walk.

@@cobblestone977 Mision de Lago get's their water from their own well and it is pumped into two large tinacos above the development. The water is gravity fed into the homes but many homeowners have installed their own "hidromaticos" (pressure tanks) to improve and level the the pressure into the home. They have a good quality and consistent water supply. I'm sorry but I did not look at the water system/filtration on this particular home but I am happy to check it out for you later and report back.

Yes, the pool is fairly small. The HOA fees are 10666 peso quarterly, so about $190 USD per month. Includes use of the common pool, common maintenance of streets and street lighting within the complex, the maintenance of the gate and intercom system, and garbage pickup. Let me know if you have more questions. We're here to help. Thanks for watching!

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Thank you for watching! Excellent comments! I agree wholeheartedly.

1940 pesos (about $105) per month. Let me know if you want a personal or virtual showing.

Yes, there are younger people here with families. Check Facebook groups like Millenials and Gen X'ers Lake Chapala.

Thank you! I appreciate that you are watching! Very best. We're always here for you.

Thanks for watching! We definitely have clients looking for "close to the lake" and "Mexican style". A winning combination!

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The HOA is 25080 pesos annually (about $1400 USD) depending on exchange rate

Hope you can make it back some day. Thank you for watching!

@@RetireInLakeChapala That would be lovely.

Thanks for watching. You are so right.

Yes. This home has solar panels which feed into the grid. You are only paying the billing fee every two months of 60 pesos (approx. $3.10 USD)

I know, right? If I had a peso for every time someone said to me "I wish I'd done this sooner" I would be a rich man. Thanks for watching!

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Thank you and to both of you! Mucho Gracias

@@swimfit57 this is a small gated community of only 15 homes. Each one is completely different

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The real reason people are leaving both the US and Canada for Mexico and other countries is climate and the cost-of-living, plain and simple. For you to suggest an impending tipping point for a needed exit strategy is because of the results of an election is unfounded sensationalism. I am unsubscribing to your channel.

Actually, being Canadian and having no say in the matter, it doesn't really matter. The polls suggest the country is split so 1/2 will be unhappy no matter who wins

​@@TrustedHVACRSorry to hear you are unsubscribing. The basis for this video and my upcoming blog is , in fact, based on statistics that I dug up from our MLS archives. After a decade of lackluster sales from 2006 to 2016 we saw a very significant housing boom at the end of 2016 when Trump was elected. That continued all through 2017. This event, like it or not, was the basis for the huge uptick in demand in Lake Chapala.

@@RetireInLakeChapala please perform unbiased research, as it appears you’re conflating what are likely multiple reasons for a “US exit” into one, Donald Trump. For example, baby boomers retiring increased significantly the past 4-6 years, no correlation to an election. Many of the Lake Chapala expats I’ve seen interviewed on UA-cam cite the inability to live in the US on social security or a teacher’s retirement as the reason for moving to Mexico - and this was before the recent increases in rent, auto insurance, homeowner’s insurance, not to mention the post-Covid increases in food, gas, and utilities - you appear unaware of the current economic situation in the US. The buying power of the dollar has significantly decreased in the past 4 years. I’ve visited Chapala the past two years and spoke with numerous people who’ve fled California for Lake Chapala, essentially to escape the left-wing policies of Gavin Newsom. Why not investigate from where expats are coming and why? I very much doubt it’s because of an election. Lastly, MLS alone doesn’t address the underlying reasons for migration from the US (and Canada) to Mexico. You need to interview a diverse population. Certainly the far left will cite the Democratic talking points as a reason to flee - which are likely facades for a lesser cost of living and better climate in Mexico - so if this group is the only one you include in your research and blog, certainly your findings will be skewed, similar to title and intro of this video.

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Amazingly enough, yes. I am seeing quite at few. However, I don't know if Tesla is "importable" to Mexico. This is something I can look into for you if and when you get serious about moving down. You can keep the Tesla here if you apply for a Temporary residency for up to 4 years under a Temporary Import Permit but the car will have to be taken back to the states before your 4 years runs out because at the end of 4 years you will be 'grandfathered' to a Permanent Residency. Of course the other option is to start another Temporary Residency Visa in the states and do it all over again but that's not advisable. I don't know of any charging stations so one would need to be set up in your house limiting your range in Mexico.

Hello. Thanks for watching. Katie states right in the video 3 bedroom/4 bath. The construction and lot is also displayed on the video. Your other questions (except room sizes which we don't do here in Mexico) are answered by clicking the link to the listing in the description. Annual tax is also not something put on the listing but should be about $250-$300 per year. Katie will have the exact amount if you contact her. Glad you enjoyed the home.

$475,000 USD. Thanks for watching!

Muchas gracias!! Thank you for watching!

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Sorry, it recently went under contract. What about this one? chapalamls.net/en/properties/residential/vdl-affordable-10120

Sure is

Katie did some vídeos with Bill the Geek. She's an excellent agent agent too!

That’s where I saw her. She is genuinely nice and knows the business very well.

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Have a nice holiday weekend To both of you.

@@jaliscoguanajuatotravelsan5679 Thank you! Love you comments. All the best and thanks for watching!

No, no rear yard. Only the front yard and it would be difficult for a pool due to it's size

Perhaps you would like this one?ua-cam.com/video/Nx6_in4hfr4/v-deo.htmlsi=TbQAa7mMi-lPHWqw

I'm sorry to hear that. I just looked at it again and it looks fine on my computer. Maybe a bit of fuzziness during movement but otherwise it looks okay to me. Thank you for watching!

Thanks for watching! We're super happy to have Katie onboard

Thanks for watching and for your comments. Obviously, you need an independent home. Some people like that fact that you can have access to a pool and not have sole ownership and cost of maintaining it. Everyone is different. Interest rates mean nothing here as all purchases are cash. While we do have mortgages in Mexico, the lender can only finance up to half and (you won't like this) interest rates are 12-16%! Sounds like you live in an area of very cheap housing. Enjoy!

@@RetireInLakeChapala There are no areas of cheap housing now. All costs went up starting in 2021. I had a house built in 2003 with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage on 80' x 120' lot for $80,000. The housing industry has gone up exponentially.

Hola. No rowdy neighbors that I know of. We'd have to ask around. Very unlikely. The golf membership is a totally separate issue and whether you live there or not makes no difference.

No problem with pets

@@RetireInLakeChapala Thank you, Ricardo.

@@RetireInLakeChapala Thank you so much for the info, Ricardo.

Thanks for watching. Yes, It's a beautiful home and Raquet Club is such a great place to live now!

Thanks for watching! Well, you cannot keep chickens and roosters on the property but it would be easy to find a place nearby in that area.

Lol. Thanks for watching!