Leener
American looking for information about Mexico
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American
Speaks English, a little Spanish
Registration: 09 June 2017
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourselves here 聳 June to December 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Make sure if you add on international service that you are not cut off from your service. Many US companies only have short term extended service (3-6 months) and do not mention that. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thanks, we've already moved to the Riviera Maya! Read More
Hello Expats...Getting the show on the road! by Leener
Hope everyone is well and doing okay. Been a busy beaver acquiring passports, Visas, and a temporary dwelling in Mexico!! Yes, plans have come together and we have obtained temporary residencies so that we may keep the truck and drive across the ...
Wow! Congratulations to you both!! Sounds like you are getting the show on the sky! Are you as excited and exhausted as I am? So much work unloading all of our things and getting our affairs in order. I know there will be a lot of freedom in ... Read More
Hello Expats...Getting the show on the road!
Hope everyone is well and doing okay. Been a busy beaver acquiring passports, Visas, and a temporary dwelling in Mexico!! Yes, plans have come together and we have obtained temporary residencies so that we may keep the truck and drive across the ... Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
Thank you, all is being considered. Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourselves here 聳 June to December 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Thank you for that information. Read More
I've got a plan! by Leener
Ok expert expats (lol)... Does this sound reasonable?... It's just me and my 11 year old son. Don't want to leave furkids behind either. Plan is to put everything in storage (Florida) and visit each area I'm interested in, one at a ...
GyC, I may just get rid of large furniture and keep the TV's and kitchen gadgets in storage or with a family member. I've been going back and forth with the idea because people are continually cautioning me about making a premature move ... Read More
I've got a plan! by Leener
Ok expert expats (lol)... Does this sound reasonable?... It's just me and my 11 year old son. Don't want to leave furkids behind either. Plan is to put everything in storage (Florida) and visit each area I'm interested in, one at a ...
Apicasso, thank you for this! I knew about the shots and records, but not the treatments and forms. :-) Read More
I've got a plan!
Ok expert expats (lol)... Does this sound reasonable?... It's just me and my 11 year old son. Don't want to leave furkids behind either. Plan is to put everything in storage (Florida) and visit each area I'm interested in, one at a ... Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourselves here 聳 June to December 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I agree, I was recently at the consulate and was told I needed a permanent residency to work, not temporary. Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
Thank you Ali. With each new information comes new concerns as well. Not to mention I'm finding a lot of folks in the Facebook groups posing as helpful members are nothing more than opportunistic expats promoting a service. Have to decifer ... Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
Ronnie, I'm very interested in San Miguel, also Yukaton, a little inland from the beach to cut costs. Ronnie, I will message you if that's OK. Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
I don't have the means to travel to the north and south of Mexico on a visit. I'll have to pick one of the areas temporarily and go from there. Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
Thanks for the info Ronnie. I recently read that turtles in the Yucatan are getting viruses and other illnesses from the extreme amount of human occupancy. They are also losing their habitats as more land gets developed. Seems there are too many ... Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
Thank you GyC, Turns out I could drive it in with a temporary vis, but it would cost more to renew temporary visas and I would not be allowed to work either. I will forego the truck. :-( Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
Susan, I will look into Lake Chapala Read More
Update w/Research by Leener
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ...
apicasso, I have to clarify the temporary/permanent visa. I may have worded that wrong. I know I can bring it in and I remember 4 years being mentioned, will be in touch with them again soon. So overwhelmed with info!! My plan is also around ... Read More
Update w/Research
Hello folks, After ongoing research (and much more is needed!!), I've gotten some concrete answers from the consulate and SS. A couple of banks in Mexico are joined with US (BOA & Wells Fargo), or you can use ATM (fees apply). I qualify ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Megentaheart, Well, this site/forum is quite temperamental!! The post that I posted last night didn't seem to post, but is now available to see. Sorry for the repeated information... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Hi Magentaheart, Thanks for the detailed reply! As far as SSDI goes, I spoke with the SS office and they told me that medical reviews would continue to come to me in Mexico. If more information is necessary, they would ask for further information ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thank you so much! From what I've read, gmos have been banned in Mexico although I have not confirmed that one way or another. U.S. corn imports have tainted the corn grown in Mexico and has shown up in lab tests in varying degrees. SS ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Magentaheart, thank you for your detailed response. I'm tired and heading for bed or I would reply in detail. I would love to chat further. I will send you a private message. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Babs, I sent you a message and you are in my contacts. Does it still say I am not taking messages? I do not see that option other than email subscriptions. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Hysterical, I tried to send you a message yesterday and add you to my contacts!!! Let me check the settings right now. I will also attempt to send you a message/add you to contacts. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thank you Babs, I appreciate the specifics you've mentioned. I'm kind of at a loss. I read a post earlier (forgot the name of the town) in which the people are dealing with extreme, non-stop noise and sad suffering dogs in the streets. ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Ronniestm, thanks for the reply. My quote above ($300) was not what I could afford, it was a general comment that was said to me as a comparison to Florida. I can afford up to about $1,000 US. The information you are supplying about medical ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
After clicking around, it seems some searches work, on my phone anyway. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
After clicking around, seems some search options work. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Mexicogc, For some reason this website is not letting me search https://casas.trovit.com.mx/. I've tried it on two web browsers. Is it working on your end? Gracias Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Mexicogc, thank you for the great information and links!! I will continue to research and get all the information I can. Just have to slow myself down a bit lol. I should have mentioned, my son is entering 5th grade. I will talk to the ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Good Morning Everyone, Feeling less discouraged today...yesterday I received negative feedback. The ministry gentleman that called me didn't know where "someone in my situation" would go, outside of the churches (he was the contact ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Kind of overwhelmed with the whole idea. I really have no idea exactly where to go and it seems housing is not as inexpensive as I thought. Someone from a homeschool ministry contacted me after I inquired on a website. They suggested I visit ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
It is $110/month. Seems like a waste Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thank you, it Is my son and myself, 2 small pets. Kind of frustrating...a native Mexican just gave me that input. I want to decide location, but not sure where English-speaking schools would be outside of large cities. I realize I'm just ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thanks for the input, I'm more confused and overwhelmed (my fault). I have no supplemental or secondary health insurance. I thought I only paid for Medicare. So I'm not sure what is being said. Not sure what I need to do. Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thank you, a main consideration is a school for my son. Unless I can homeschool...I'm searching for that information now. I am not looking for upscale, and a two bedroom villa or house is enough. I don't know what the costs are, ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
I thought I only paid for part D? Do I keep part D? I'm so confused :-(. Sorry Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Thank you for that information. Do you have any suggestions as far as areas are concerned? When I think rural, I think beaches. Also, will shopping be a hassle in a rural area? Schools? Do you know if Amazon and other online suppliers deliver? ... Read More
Inquiring by Leener
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ...
Hi Mexicogc, This would be a permanent move. I visited Mexico in the past and loved it very much. I'm hoping my SSD would go a much longer way than it does here. I believe the lifestyle would be good for my health and I miss common decency, ... Read More
Inquiring
Hello everyone, I was so excited to find this forum. I would be driving from Florida which sounds gutsy just seeing it on the screen! I have so many questions...SS, Medicare, doctors, housing, cost of living, schooling/homeschooling, electronics, ... Read More