So much helpful info in this video. Thank you! We knew about the electric rates, but it never dawned on us to inquire about the history of bills. BTW, your place looks amazeballs just from this video. Peace.
Thanks! Your blog set the standard for the type of informative videos I wanted to make. So I absolutely appreciate it anytime you find value in the content I’m creating. Muchísimas Gracias.
A guarantee is required Mexico wide. I use airbnb to rent my current house on a 3 year lease (as long as airbnb is still here) and I'll be renewing it for 3 years. The landlord owns all the houses on the block since all the properties were handed down through generations in this family. I'm hoping to stay in indefinitely.
@@Mexitplans I've rented straight through a landlord before also, and doing monthly payments was a hassle, especially while traveling. I had to pay months in advance. It was just a hassle. I don't have to think about when I need to pay and the landlord knows they'll get their money through Airbnb. But some politicians are trying to do away with airbnb in Mexico unless you're a licensed hotel/B&B. I don't mind paying the extra because the place I have is a full house with no house on either side, in front or behind me. And the security officer/station is right outside my door 24/7. The price is cheaper than all the places I've looked in the last three years and it's in one of the best neighborhoods in Mexico City (Santa Catarina). Lots of history in this neighborhood. As long as I can stay here I will. I'm so very lucky to be here. Permanent resident since early this year.
I like your information. I like the way you present these videos. I do not like the loud, distracting music in the 'background' which makes it hard to follow what you are saying.
Thanks Melinda for your feedback. As you can. See from newer videos. I’ve taken that note and made changes. Check out some of the latest videos. In fact, please watch them all.
@@Mexitplans Thank you for the reply. Your newer videos are very easy to listen to. I hadn't gotten to them as I was interested in the basics of your older videos. Thank you for all the great advice.
This video is a couple of years old when I was learning what worked and what doesn’t. I’m sure you know what it’s like to be new at something. This is that! Jaja 😝 keep watching cause it only gets better from here.
Thank you so much for the in depth information. Looking at rental online has been one of the hardest things since I decided to move to Merida. I have a couple years before I will actually be making the move but I have been looking online to get an idea of cost for rentals. This information is invaluable and I now feel a little more sure about what to look for.
Thanks for watching. I have several tips on long term rentals in the Course. I even show you how to make a budget and provide details about the different areas of the city. If you take the course you will have everything you need including a local realtor, in order to find a great rental that fits your needs and budget. Https://Mexitplans.thinkific.com
This is really good information, having to pay more for your utilities because of the previous renter that's a bit of a bummer, I also realize I'm going to need a lot more before even considering relocating.
just came to Merida just got an apt.You got me scared of the electric bill.Been in my apt from the 12th.I only run myairat night.When you get your bill how long do you have to pay it.
Hey Wayne. Thanks for joining. I live in North Merida inside the perimeter. This is one of the most sought after areas and my house is fairly large. I talk about the cost of living for my lifestyle in several videos. Keep watching you will find all you need. Thanks 🙏🏽
Good morning, one question, after you sold you house in Atlanta, are you planning to buy a home in Merida? We are planning to move there from California, we are just waiting for some legal documents and be able to get our retirement. We own a house and we would like to know if the American government will require taxes from the sale of our house, even though we are going to be in our late 60's. THANK YOU!
Hi, I am currently planning to buy land first then build a house unless I find a terrific deal (Not likely these days but people leave in a hurry all the time). I was not taxed on the profit from my. home although it did count as regular income for the year we sold our house which had some big taxes associated with it. One thing about being an expat is you will pay taxes to the USA as long as you wish to hold a US passport.
Love your videos! I’ve subscribed…please kill the background repetitive sound..it’s not music, it’s a headache…listening to this repetitive hum drum. Please
Yes we landscaped the yard when we moved in and planted zoysia grass along with a sprinkler system. My current cost of living video is on the channel. It was posted about 2 months ago I think. We live in North Merida inside the perimeter.
Great vid Monte now seeing this it makes me nervous to rent hahaha We have a realtor looking for us already, recommended by are friend in Conkal cheers J&D Take care godspeed
I hope I’m not too late.. BE CAREFUL WITH CONKAL! Check the news… a LOT of places in CONKAL smell like pig and human poop. The air brings about an unbearable smell. My husband and I just dodged the bullet. We visited the home many times and it did not smell, until we visited at night and then very early in the morning… it was the worst smell ever.
That varies by individual budgets. The most outrageous I’ve heard is $1000 usd for 2 months. The key takeaway is once you are considered an excessive user it can take a year to get out of that category.
Great idea Jackie. That’s what we did and it frees you from having to buy furniture and take on too much responsibility until you know where you want to be.
Great video, I just booked my Airbnb for 3 months so I don't have to rush into something as well evem though that was also rushed lol...I'm going to Mexico in 65 days.
If you break a lease you simply loose your deposits. That’s it. it doesn’t affect you the same way it would in the states. That is one reason for so many deposits upfront as it is hard to sue someone civilly. It takes forever to process in the court system. That is why most landlords prefer an aval or multiple deposits.
Sorry, you couldn't get through it. There is a ton of great information. I have since stopped adding music under the dialogue. Might I suggest watching with closed captioning.
@@qcollins11 hey Queenie this was one of my earlier videos. It seems you can’t please everybody with music. As you note from my more recent videos many don’t have music at all. Some in places. So I’ve experimented with many different options. I haven’t figured out the formula. Its much easier to not use music. Plus I don’t have to worry about licensing if I don’t.
Thanks for mentioning the music, great information, but the music totally ruins it. I tried just reading with CC, not amusing. I’m glad he plans to change as stated in the response.
Please stop trying to make a beautiful place like Merida sound like the U.S. I lived in various places in Mexico for 25 years. Wake up and study what real life is there. Dogs and roosters! Be very careful with an Aval because they can also grab the property you are paying for!!!
So much helpful info in this video. Thank you! We knew about the electric rates, but it never dawned on us to inquire about the history of bills. BTW, your place looks amazeballs just from this video. Peace.
Thanks for the feedback. Be sure to check out the website. Many of the videos have additional information in the blog post.
Thanks so much for putting out the effort to give us so much detailed information. It's very much appreciated. Thanks again
Glad it was helpful.
Great tips!
Thanks! Your blog set the standard for the type of informative videos I wanted to make. So I absolutely appreciate it anytime you find value in the content I’m creating. Muchísimas Gracias.
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Yes.
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They work and it’s a tried and true process.
A guarantee is required Mexico wide. I use airbnb to rent my current house on a 3 year lease (as long as airbnb is still here) and I'll be renewing it for 3 years. The landlord owns all the houses on the block since all the properties were handed down through generations in this family. I'm hoping to stay in indefinitely.
I have friends that started on Airbnb and then went off the platform. It saved them lots of money.
@@Mexitplans I've rented straight through a landlord before also, and doing monthly payments was a hassle, especially while traveling. I had to pay months in advance. It was just a hassle. I don't have to think about when I need to pay and the landlord knows they'll get their money through Airbnb. But some politicians are trying to do away with airbnb in Mexico unless you're a licensed hotel/B&B. I don't mind paying the extra because the place I have is a full house with no house on either side, in front or behind me. And the security officer/station is right outside my door 24/7. The price is cheaper than all the places I've looked in the last three years and it's in one of the best neighborhoods in Mexico City (Santa Catarina). Lots of history in this neighborhood. As long as I can stay here I will. I'm so very lucky to be here. Permanent resident since early this year.
Very good and very accurate info
Very informative, thanks so much. The things we need to know.
Our pleasure.
hello my friend im a Real Estate here in Merida, I'll leave my email we would love to help you out. dkr_00@yahoo.com
I like your information. I like the way you present these videos. I do not like the loud, distracting music in the 'background' which makes it hard to follow what you are saying.
Thanks Melinda for your feedback. As you can. See from newer videos. I’ve taken that note and made changes. Check out some of the latest videos. In fact, please watch them all.
@@Mexitplans Thank you for the reply. Your newer videos are very easy to listen to. I hadn't gotten to them as I was interested in the basics of your older videos. Thank you for all the great advice.
Thanks brother looking to move In November
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for your info - much appreciated!
My pleasure.
Thanks for the information, this will certainly be helpful!
My pleasure. Thank you for watching.
hello my friend im a Real Estate here in Merida, I'll leave my email we would love to help you out. dkr_00@yahoo.com
Thanks so much - very grateful 🥹
You're very welcome! I cover this and so much more in the course mexitplans.thinkific.com
The info is great, amigo. The music? Not so much.
Learned that lesson years ago. Keep watching. It gets better. I promise.
I don't understand why the background music in an informative video. I had to cut the video because of it.
This video is a couple of years old when I was learning what worked and what doesn’t. I’m sure you know what it’s like to be new at something. This is that! Jaja 😝 keep watching cause it only gets better from here.
Thank you so much for the in depth information. Looking at rental online has been one of the hardest things since I decided to move to Merida. I have a couple years before I will actually be making the move but I have been looking online to get an idea of cost for rentals. This information is invaluable and I now feel a little more sure about what to look for.
Thanks for watching. I have several tips on long term rentals in the Course. I even show you how to make a budget and provide details about the different areas of the city. If you take the course you will have everything you need including a local realtor, in order to find a great rental that fits your needs and budget. Https://Mexitplans.thinkific.com
Thank you for enrolling in the course. Please let me know if you have any questions.
@@Mexitplans Monty, your videos are great, but the music is "distracting". It makes it hard to concentrate on you. No offense, just facts.
@@roses4me451 I got that message and stopped using music a long time ago. I heard this feedback loud and clear. Thanks for helping me get better.
This is really good information, having to pay more for your utilities because of the previous renter that's a bit of a bummer, I also realize I'm going to need a lot more before even considering relocating.
It does require lots up front.
Thank you, this is great info.
My pleasure. Become a member of the blog for more great information.
What about bugs?
They can be bad, expecially ants.
Barking dogs are no joke in Mexico no matter where you go
As k sit her watching the game there is a barking dog in the background.
What information do have on single senoirs moving there?
There are a lot of single ladies of all ages.
@@Mexitplans thxs, don't think i asked the question correctly I'm inquiring for myself as a retired male looking for information on moving there
@@MultiJoe111 there are a lot of seniors mostly females that move abroad. There are a few senior men who are single but mostly ladies.
Hello is it safe to drive from California to Merida
See the last answer.
I am a new subscriber to your channel and youtuber as well great video.
Thanks for subscribing.
What’s your channel?
just came to Merida just got an apt.You got me scared of the electric bill.Been in my apt from the 12th.I only run myairat night.When you get your bill how long do you have to pay it.
You get about a two weeks to pay but they cut you off on the day it’s due. Don’t stress it too much but it can be your second highest bill. The
The 300 to 500 extra dollars a month for a furnished rental is in pesos, right? Super helpful video! Thanks!
No that was dollars.
Really informative and helpful. Many thanks. Just advice: that background beat is unnecessary.
Thanks for the tip!
New to your channel, what part of Merida do you live in and how much is your rent Thanks.
Hey Wayne. Thanks for joining. I live in North Merida inside the perimeter. This is one of the most sought after areas and my house is fairly large. I talk about the cost of living for my lifestyle in several videos. Keep watching you will find all you need. Thanks 🙏🏽
Good morning, one question, after you sold you house in Atlanta, are you planning to buy a home in Merida? We are planning to move there from California, we are just waiting for some legal documents and be able to get our retirement. We own a house and we would like to know if the American government will require taxes from the sale of our house, even though we are going to be in our late 60's. THANK YOU!
Hi, I am currently planning to buy land first then build a house unless I find a terrific deal (Not likely these days but people leave in a hurry all the time). I was not taxed on the profit from my. home although it did count as regular income for the year we sold our house which had some big taxes associated with it. One thing about being an expat is you will pay taxes to the USA as long as you wish to hold a US passport.
I can't find the companies that you mention help out if you don't have an aval to rent? Which ones are they? Foes AirB&B also require an aval?
Some of them have stopped since I’ve made this video therefore I don’t have a referral for you.
@@Mexitplans ok. Thank you.
Love your videos! I’ve subscribed…please kill the background repetitive sound..it’s not music, it’s a headache…listening to this repetitive hum drum. Please
Thank you this was one of the older videos. I. I longer use background music for over a year now.
Fantastic information, can you tell me the best neighborhoods to move to? Where is the black community allocated?
Lots of nice neighborhoods in town. Folks live all over.
Just curious you have a nice home with some grass and pool, what area. do you have a video on your current cost to live as you do?
Yes we landscaped the yard when we moved in and planted zoysia grass along with a sprinkler system. My current cost of living video is on the channel. It was posted about 2 months ago I think. We live in North Merida inside the perimeter.
Great vid Monte now seeing this it makes me nervous to rent hahaha We have a realtor looking for us already, recommended by are friend in Conkal cheers J&D Take care godspeed
You can do it!
I hope I’m not too late.. BE CAREFUL WITH CONKAL! Check the news… a LOT of places in CONKAL smell like pig and human poop. The air brings about an unbearable smell. My husband and I just dodged the bullet. We visited the home many times and it did not smell, until we visited at night and then very early in the morning… it was the worst smell ever.
@@brendab6111 no we are in a very nice newer privada lol thank you
I’ve heard the utility bills can run high depending on usage and where you live. What is considered high there?
That varies by individual budgets. The most outrageous I’ve heard is $1000 usd for 2 months. The key takeaway is once you are considered an excessive user it can take a year to get out of that category.
What do you look for on the bill to know if the home is in the ‘excessive use’ category?
Great content! I am planning to move 2021. However, I think I'll now stay in an Airbnb for 3 to 6 months and take my time to find a long term rental.
Great idea Jackie. That’s what we did and it frees you from having to buy furniture and take on too much responsibility until you know where you want to be.
Hi Jackie you do Real Estate here in Merida, I'll leave my email we would love to help you out. dkr_00@yahoo.com
Great video, I just booked my Airbnb for 3 months so I don't have to rush into something as well evem though that was also rushed lol...I'm going to Mexico in 65 days.
Can someone tell me the requirements to book an AirBnB please?
Very helpful info. Thank you for this video!
My pleasure. Please subscribe for more goodness if you haven’t already. Thank you.
Excellent advice...to the point.✔🇺🇸✈
Thank you.
I just want to thank you for this invaluable information. You are awesome!! Idea: talk about breaking a lease in Merida/ leaving before the year ends.
If you break a lease you simply loose your deposits. That’s it. it doesn’t affect you the same way it would in the states. That is one reason for so many deposits upfront as it is hard to sue someone civilly. It takes forever to process in the court system. That is why most landlords prefer an aval or multiple deposits.
@@Mexitplans Thank you so much for replying. That’s above and beyond. Thank you!!!
New subscriber I wanted your help if I retire on 2500 a month where would it be safe for me I’m single love your blog 🙏🏼🙏🏼👍👍👍👍
Hey Jackie thanks for subscribing. Check out the cost of living Video.I answer that question for you the best I can.
Because of the music I could not watch all your video that's not needed.
Sorry, you couldn't get through it. There is a ton of great information. I have since stopped adding music under the dialogue. Might I suggest watching with closed captioning.
@@Mexitplans Great suggestion! I didn't want to miss out on the great insights but the music was getting to me.
@@qcollins11 hey Queenie this was one of my earlier videos. It seems you can’t please everybody with music. As you note from my more recent videos many don’t have music at all. Some in places. So I’ve experimented with many different options. I haven’t figured out the formula. Its much easier to not use music. Plus I don’t have to worry about licensing if I don’t.
Thanks for mentioning the music, great information, but the music totally ruins it. I tried just reading with CC, not amusing. I’m glad he plans to change as stated in the response.
@@Mexitplans Great 👍🏾! The music is a bit much. CC is not amusing.
Thank you for the invaluable information. New subscriber.
Please stop trying to make a beautiful place like Merida sound like the U.S. I lived in various places in Mexico for 25 years. Wake up and study what real life is there. Dogs and roosters! Be very careful with an Aval because they can also grab the property you are paying for!!!
Why would I want to make this place sound like the place I moved from? I’ve lived here now for 3 years. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.