Living in Mexico on $130 Monthly Pension

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

The best way to thank me is with a margarita from www.buymeamargarita.com

[@Pecas85]

I was born in Jalisco but my parents brought me to the USA when I was 12 years old(I’m 39 yes old now) I never thought about moving back to Mexico but the cost of living in the USA is ridiculous. My wife and I are now looking to buy a property in Jalisco or Nayarit and live a more stress free life

[@FARBOLUOS]

Especially if you live in California. It’s crazy expensive.

[@julianridriguez2318]

Do it!!

[@cityslickerf1507]

Was thinking the same. My dad is from Jalisco and I love it there. He’s 2 hours from Vallarta. I really liked Nayarit en Bucerias. 👍🏽

[@hairyape3935]

Are you legal

[@doe729]

I’d say the 20 million extra unwelcomes helped destroy what your parents were looking for.

[@Lea-rb9nc]

Forced to retire early due an accident I could no ĺonger afford my house nor health care. As a native Californian, Mexico might have been the logical choice. However, I learned that France could be a good fit for me. I've lived on the Mediterranean since 2007 and love it more each day. If you follow your heart ❤ you will find where you belong. Best wishes.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Congrats on finding a spot in France. Europe is a great option for some folks - and it seems like you’re very happy!

[@Lea-rb9nc]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico mais oui monsieur.

[@hellooutthere8956]

Wht are the requirements to retire to France? I would love to bee in your shoes. How can I find out abt it?

[@Lea-rb9nc]

@@hellooutthere8956 I'm sure requirements have changed over the last 16 years. Before moving, I came for six week with a rail pass and a backpack. I did research on the things that were important to me. I found a site online where you could ask questions and began communicating with someone who was very helpful. We became friends. I found a book that saved me A fortune. Basically I did my homework and I wouldn't change a thing. I wish you all the best. Viva la Belle France 🇫🇷.

[@sayedalamshahi1734]

Life is getting more and more difficult in US.

[@rc-ki4uy]

My friend retired to MX 11 years ago and loves it. I visited her there and fell in love as well. Most of the things I thought I knew about MX were not true. It’s a wonderful, welcoming, friendly, vibrant place.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for sharing. Lots of mis information about Mexico.

[@kathy2940]

What I don’t understand is why is everybody fleeing if it’s so wonderful? I know they’re coming from other places across the border such as Venezuela and Haiti. I always imagine Mexico would be dangerous because of cartels and prejudice, especially against white Americans.

[@Maria-yd7ij]

​@@kathy2940Because the ppl from here have savings, know the Eng language and that is a us cause they can get extra income teaching . Anything you do extra on ur own is a big help. W her retirement money she can live w modesty. And construction is not that expensive, etc.

[@edwardschmitt5710]

That everyone leaves to come to the USA for a better life from

[@Kryptunite]

Or so the lying TV says.. educate yourself!​@@edwardschmitt5710

[@markwagner4909]

She isn’t living on $130 if she has additional income

[@happycook6737]

Exactly

[@MrKurdkiller]

It sounds like a rich person that has other businesses that does other things on the side and they’re trying to get us to believe that she lives off of 130 bucks a month there’s no way anyone can live off $130 a month

[@evelinabeltran9102]

Of course he doesn't live on 130 dollars a month!!

[@crush42mash6]

Buddy is awesome too

[@isauro27]

Esactly wtf is this boy talking about it

[@ritasoledad3593]

She does not pay rent. She owns her property. She rents property, teaches English, her retirement and she has a lot of knowledge. Good for her.

[@leptir7110]

Znači da ne živi od tako malo novca

[@edwardschmitt5710]

No bro read the title again! She lives on a $130 a month pension!!!!!

[@NoSpam1891]

I don't believe that foreigners can own Mexican real estate.

[@javieresparbe5582]

Y sin pagar impuestos.

[@javieresparbe5582]

​@@NoSpam1891 Después se van a independizar de México como ya ocurrió en el pasado.

[@robertoconde9832]

Good to see happy people living in Mexico

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

There are so many happy people living in Mexico! The happiness of the locals rubs off on the foreigners.

[@BPe-ie9je]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Brighton, the 'price' of PESO frightens me.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@BPe-ie9je I hear you. I've been waiting for it to go down against the dollar... but it's moving the other way...

[@Lpmeff]

They can’t in Trudeau Canada

[@BPe-ie9je]

@@Lpmeff they cant what ???

[@Kiwiwanderer]

This woman is so impressive, capable, honest and adventurous . Makes me want to retire in Mexico. Love from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@julianridriguez2318]

Do it!

[@jomar2849]

nooo please. stop retirimng im mexico. people who retire to mexico makes te living for locasl harder an s expensive

[@engelaswart544]

I would NEVER leave New Zealand for Mexico

[@guillescatering]

​@@jomar2849it is true but on the other hand that helps the local vendors it helps the poor people soo it's not all bad just let them be!!!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@engelaswart544 That's cool. Then stay in New Zealand. ;-)

[@brendataylor8388]

A lot of times interviews aren’t very interesting. This was excellent! Rennie is so personable. Great vlog!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Glad you enjoyed it Brenda!

[@JCcreates927]

She was friggin irritating

[@SoyyodavidZzxy]

I’ve watched hundreds of such videos. This woman was exceptionally informative and quite entertaining.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Dividendflywheel]

Agreed with the comment. She’s down to earth, authentic and informative. • Perhaps you could have plugged her vacation rental. • I have narrowed my search to Guadalajara (trying to eliminate the touristy & expat communities)

[@Dividendflywheel]

Agree.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@Dividendflywheel There are lots of options in GDL. I was surprised at how few expats I saw around town - even in the Colonia Americana. She doesn't seem to have trouble filling her vacation rental - even though her website is pretty antiquated. I have a link in the description, but lots of folks have troubles with it 😞

[@Dividendflywheel]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico thanks

[@malcolmphillips8610]

She teaches English & says 'how GOOD it works'!!! Good luck to her!

[@Sassafrass-qh8po]

She said she teaches "Business English" which is actually more about just having casual conversation, going out for beers with business associates and chatting about sports and whatnot - it's not about strict grammar. Any native English speaker can teach Business English.

[@mangafq8]

​@Sassafrass-qh8po I have advanced degrees and earned a CELTA. So I made it my business to improve my skills and credentials in order to teach English to non-native English speakers. Seriously, not everyone could do this well, tbh.

[@lisalamphier1410]

That actually hurts my brain and it's not like it's any harder to say how well it works. 😂😂

[@elvaplascencia6810]

I’m Mexican living in 🇺🇸 45 yrs I have family n friends in Mexico with their help by helping me find a affordable place , I will retire there with $845 dls income , ret budget $200 a month in a regular simple neighborhood non turístic area with a walking distance to the beach 🏝️ n mercado that’s what I love. Loved your video very encouraging for me makes me want to live son this yr.

[@CHEFMONTALVO]

Why so less?

[@Vergotabonita]

To what city will you go for retirement>

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

​@@CHEFMONTALVOAnything Close To The Beach Will Cost Him More In Every Countries

[@CHEFMONTALVO]

@@AfricanUSA-th9ov i mean why so less after beingin usa 45 years!! Just 845 usd per month?

[@skibee421]

@@CHEFMONTALVO working for cash, just like i did ok? i'm american

[@lenmaryan7943]

I love Mexico and embrace the culture. The people will guide you down the path of enlightenment.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

So true! Do you live in Mexico?

[@jansmith3158]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico PLEASE pass on to this kind woman this info on how to cure diabetes with diet. YES, cure type 2!! To cure it's about changing diet. Doctors wont tell people this in person. You have to search yt for the truth....here's the truth: yt ch on keto & carnviore diet see Dr Berg, Dr Eckberg, Dr Mindy Pelz, Dr Ken berry, Shawn Bakker MD podcast, Nutrition with Judy, Kelly hogan, Steak and butter gal videos on Type 2 diabetes. She does not have to suffer with type 2 or continuous insulin for life. she can change her diet to carnviore diet or keto diet and cure it. library has books on both carnviore diet & keto diet. it works!!!!

[@jeddog9613]

Really what path is that ? Catholicism ? Duffous.

[@Dividendflywheel]

@@jeddog9613 Enlightenment = place a high premium on relationships. Slower pace of life

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@jeddog9613 Maybe, but not the same Catholicism I've seen in the US.

[@MadeNCda]

Thank you Brighton and Rennie for this episode. Was feeling so tired today so to relax this evening and watch this was perfect. Very inspiring and creative way of making life doable on a tight budget. 😊I like the idea of living within an authentic Mexican neighborhood and def echo your sentiments about paying taxes!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Kate. Glad the video was well timed for you. I love how Rennie carved out part of her house and made a vacation rental - that's smart!

[@Dividendflywheel]

It is an educational video.

[@vickiladu6755]

I live in puerto vallarta and love it!!!! Can be reasonable to expensive for rents. To buy is a wide range of prices. Beautiful, friendly people, plenty of foreigners, retirees and snowbirds living here. Lots of activities to do, volunteer work, restaurants and theater. Beaches are beautiful north and south of the city center.

[@mackm7781]

I work for Costco would like to transfer there. But, I do not speak Spanish. I heard there are a lot of Americans, bit would you advise learning spanish?

[@petervernon]

As a Canadian I would love to live in Mexico. Of the places in Mexico I have visited, Xalapa is my favourite. I could never get tired of the scenery, architecture, cultural opportunities, music, art, book stores, markets and most of all the people. Beautiful.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Peter - I've never been to Xalapa - or anywhere in that region. There's so much of Mexico for me to explore!

[@almabrava866]

Did you visit Xalapa, Veracruz?

[@liduvinae]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexicoyou can skip Xalapa is not interesting at all, small city with to many people that causes traffic congestion and bad weather, but the estate of Veracruz can be good idea cos have a lot of history you can visit San Juan de Ulua, El Tajín pyramids, La Isla de Sacrificios, Quiahuistlán and Cempoala ruins, las dunas de Chachalacas, the sea food in el Puerto de Veracruz, Boca del Río o Antón Lizardo. Veracruz has all the climates, is the most important maritime port of the country.

[@spiritualevolvedlightbeing8597]

This lady just gave the smartest tip to Americans who are planing to move to Mexico, Buy A property with the potential to rent a part of the house and live without working ever again forever damn

[@mytuberforyou]

except she's still working as an English teacher.

[@ginacardarella]

I would love to see as I've watched another videos. When selling, it gets a little tricky because of the way the paso moves up and down and how you sell, it's a little complicated to me.

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

​@ginacardarella She is Living Her Best Life. Living In Mexico After Retirement Is The Best And Cheaper

[@qualitytraders5333]

You're probably referring to the peso. Besides, all currencies "move up and down". And the exchange rate doesn't affect local prices of real estate or food.

[@vasquezalfred]

Oh what an awesome beautiful refreshing report story of a beautiful life. Can’t wait to be looking at the rest. Thank you so much.

[@HerLovesBooks]

Great interview. God bless her.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks!

[@destinationmax]

I just love this video and Rennie is my inspiration. I’m on my second year solo here in Central Mexico and I long to have a rooftop sanctuary and some gardening as well. Something caught my eye in the first bathroom immediately. The water vase with plant hanging on the wall. Did you create this Rennie, or where the heck can I get something so unique and beautiful. 😮 Your home is fabulous.

[@mariahcantu7668]

Omgeee Mee Tooo !!! With that thick COBALT base bottom and trim !!! It is GORGEOUS !!! 💙

[@donnahughes8409]

I noticed that vase in the Bathroom as well. It reminded me of the Mexican blown glass pitcher & glass set I have in the clear & cobalt blue glass that I have.

[@katree2002]

It looked to me like a large jug type bottle turned upside down with the bottom cut out. Beautiful ❤

[@Mikearoniandcheese]

You probably didn't notice that the clear vase with the plant hanging on the wall actually had a beta fish.

[@destinationmax]

@@Mikearoniandcheese I sure did! Sooo special. 💯

[@sue9252]

I just love her story and her compassion for taking in Buddy❤ I wish I was in her shoes.

[@rosaruiz5453]

I’m so glad that Caballero found you when needed help and the you and him have form a blessed family ❤

[@liveourbest2067]

What a nice woman...And what a sweetheart Buddy is :)

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Buddy was so cool! Totally chill pup!

[@themediterraneanguy]

Good to see happy people living in Mexico. I love Mexico and embrace the culture there, especially the food.

[@skibee421]

wish it would stay there!!

[@MiguelAngelo896]

I am glad that you guys are posting this type of videos on social media, the more the better it needs more exposure. In order to fix this foreigners issue in Mexico 🇲🇽

[@Miranda3730]

What foreigners issue?

[@luiseldewashington1768]

English is my 3rd language & when I moved to the USA as a kid they only put me in an ESL class for a few months then they transferred me to regular classes, had a hard time but I kept a dictionary with me 😂, watched shows n cartoons in English only & it helped a lot

[@barbwall3678]

What a super remodel! She must have a great business head. I love the roof, the green plants, the sky lights. OMGOODNESS, Senor Buddy is a sweetie!🐶💖

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I agree! Thanks for commenting

[@LaDMalliah-tb2bq]

FALSE TITLE...She had some money to begin with to buy the house and renovate, and has income. Not really what one is led to believe.

[@alicemeyers7639]

True! I was thinking- I should move there for that cost! I'm too gullible! I try so much you tube stuff that doesn't work!

[@Socrates1944]

I enjoy your videos, my beloved brother! You have a great personality, coming over as a decent, caring and kind person! Your insights into beautiful Mexico!!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I appreciate your kind words! Thank you very much!

[@hugo-kikecastillomyfavorit7548]

My GDL one of the most beautiful cities in Mexico! I'm glad You guys like it there, enjoy!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

It really is! Thanks for sharing with us immigrants!

[@hedytorres2068]

Soy Mexicana viviendo en US por más de 16 años y este video me trae tranquilidad a la hora de retirarme -

[@JsjshshshJsjdjdjdh]

Habla ingles india maria

[@jesuscarrillo3705]

​@@JsjshshshJsjdjdjdhtu mama

[@hedytorres2068]

@@JsjshshshJsjdjdjdh no entiendes

[@Maven775]

@@JsjshshshJsjdjdjdh Wow, racism in a video LITERALLY about living in Mexico. Why would someone need to speak English in Mexico? Or the United States for that matter. There is literally NO official language in the United States. Commonly spoken is not the same as ONLY spoken. And it damned well doesn't apply to other countries

[@Wakaflockaflank]

@@Maven775people are so dumb. dude just said he’s Mexican so if he wants to speak Spanish or English do what you want to do. In the US, you’ll suffer from not speaking English but it’s your right to speak whatever you want

[@stevenhull5025]

As I am on a pretty dismal pension myself ($600 monthly) I was quite excited by the headline, "Living in Mexico on $130 Monthly pension". However, that is not the case. Rennie already owns a property in Mexico where she is presently living plus receives rental income from 2 self contained units. On top of this she teaches English online and also in person. Personally I feel the headline has skewered the truth. I feel suckered into watching a video which has dashed my dream of living in Mexico on a low pension.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Sorry - I figured most people would realize that you can't actually live in Mexico for $130 per month. I'm not aware of any place in the world where you can live that cheaply. I was hoping to inspire lower income people to look for creative ways to earn extra income to make it possible.

[@skibee421]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico by lying- no excuses

[@uncledodad]

Can you live for $150 a month.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@uncledodadnot very comfortably. And you won’t be able to get a residency visa. Best to look further south or to Asia.

[@SealBreeze]

Maybe Africa ​@@AlmostRetiredinMexico

[@TheyCallMeJTK]

This lady has it together 💯

[@javiergallardo8999]

Great interview, Rennie is such a great woman, im glad to know people like to live in México and that dog, Dumbo its just adorable.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Dumbo is hilarious! And Rennie is great too. 😀

[@terrytico4009]

Excellent video and the lady you interviewed really has her act together. Her house is lovely, and she was smart to set things up to generate extra income. It's great that she enjoys her neighbors and the area that she lives in.

[@lojo8543]

It was so heart warming to see your dad again. And Tiko.always did special singing for him. That was a wonderful video.

[@LeobardoOscar]

Great interview, very inspiring! Thank you so much. God bless you both and welcome to Mexico. 🙂

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks so much for sharing your country with us!

[@alvarohernandezEVO]

I was born and raised in Jardines Alcalde and I can attest to its neighborly environment, we knew everyone and, during my childhood we would do block parties for Christmas celebrations. Colonia Americana, used to be a high class community before my time but now, its just famous for its night life.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for sharing your insights! Where are you living now?

[@alvarohernandezEVO]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I live in California since I was 18 but I still got to Guadalajara 2 or 3 times a year

[@aldebarandelabarre5259]

Well that will be finish soon when all this invader genteificate the hole área! How you can be that blind!! This is not fair or Goodyear for us the natives from this land, you stolen before and do it again

[@alvarohernandezEVO]

@aldebarandelabarre5259 You're wrong. These people are not invaders in any way. They're being productive members of our communities, I have seen it. You complain about some of them mistreating our people, but in reality, you're complaining about people like you, negative and aggressive, and most likely, not productive members of society and I'm glad that the majority of us are not like you. I think you're just frustrated, and you're just ranting about lies that you carry in your own mind and your

[@aldebarandelabarre5259]

@@alvarohernandezEVO you dont understad how bad is for our economy yes there's a bunch of nice people it is not personal, try to look the hole picture they can't afford to live onda their own country, usa economy is based in taking adavantage to the rest of the word, they need to pay more taxes respect our people or leave you just kissing asses Shame on you

[@cindyk3076]

Enjoyable conversation with Rennie! How nice that she has ready income from her rentals, her $130 monthly pension may cover a utility but nothing else, so happy that she can afford to live there!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for your kind comment Cindy!

[@losapriscos7258]

Did you hear the amounts that she gave? 130 dollars is about 2500 pesos. That will pay water or propane for at least half a year. Do the math.

[@margaritayavila7455]

​@@losapriscos7258$130 doesn't cover the rent, I pay $190 plus $400 for the rest of the living expenses.

[@pmh9]

I loved her gallery of photos for the vacation rental! Looks very comfortable.

[@peterz53]

Thanks. On the medical side I wonder what an older expat can do to put into place reliable long term care or end of life nursing home care that doesn't cost a fortune like in the US

[@maryjoan4128]

I love Love this video,, she is my hero,,, As a fellow Canadian,, she is amazing,,,, I would love to learn about her tourist rental,,, GREAT JOB THANK YOU,, cant wait to learn about the elder care in Mexico,, that you mentioned,,,, cheers & gracious!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Glad you enjoyed it! And thanks for the reminder about the short term rental. I'll add the link to the description: casarennie.com.mx/

[@anabelguerrero7758]

Mexico is a wealthy country in every aspect!!

[@moviebuff6490]

What a great woman! Thank you for interviewing her.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for watching. I have more interviews here: kzbin.info/aero/PL0g8-PsBIVswzglfxyvyfUv-PLFxxYjKU

[@sr9253]

An advantage of Guadalajara is that it’s far enough inland where an expat can buy the property unlike the cities by the coast

[@Dividendflywheel]

Just subscribed to your channel. I’ve been thinking of a vacation home in Mexico. The idea of using it as a “vacation rental” is genius. • Will binge your videos to learn how to start the process- lawyer contacts, how to open bank accounts etc.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Welcome aboard!

[@AnnAndNala]

Love this! I love the life that she's carved out for herself. Lovely, just lovely. 🦋

[@jimydoolittle3129]

Guadalajara is a wonderful city and the best whether all around , 🤗 expat here , people ,food , traditions, health services, culture, family , they have everything very affordable , 🇲🇽

[@bangkapihappy8295]

I lived for 17 months in a neighborhood called Bangkapi in Bangkok with my Thai wife. We paid $130/month for a 2 bedroom condo with 24 security. Walking distance to a mall, two massive outdoor markets, and 4 grocery stores . We could buy the condo for around $30000. Mexico looks great but honestly I see videos and I think Southeast Asia is the best value🤷🏻‍♂️

[@gif24gt60]

When was this and how much is a 1 bedroom condo furnished in Bangkok and Pattaya?

[@bangkapihappy8295]

@@gif24gt60 2022-2023. You can live expensively near Sukhumvit or cheaply like most Thais . I moved in with my wife in a very Thai neighborhood in a very Thai condo . No other farangs in my building. A lot of people don’t believe me because they try to live a western lifestyle in Thailand .

[@karenmiernicki9981]

Just subscribed! I loved Rennie... and her dog simply stole my heart. Boy, it sure makes me dream of moving to Mexico but my destiny is in Canada for the time being.... I am fluent in Spanish, which makes me want to live her life so much more hahaha (in a good way, no jealousy, just a little cry for more sun, fresh air and kind heart people as neighbors). Thank you so much for your work!!!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I hope you can make it to Mexico soon. Winter is coming to Canada! Thanks for watching.

[@karlee3095]

I'm a single woman hoping to do something like this after my dogs pass away. I have three dogs and just unsure about the logistics of bringing them to Mexico. I hope to push through my fears and do what Rennie does.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Bringing dogs to Mexico is easy - especially if you drive across the border instead of flying. I think the limit is 2 per person, but they aren't really counting... I have a video about how great the vet care is in Mexico: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqKlfHeLYrmMpbM

[@zaraangeles3371]

You should go now ❤ take your lovely dogs

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

Don't Wait Because The Dogs May Not Die Until It Is Too Late For You To Go Or Too Old

[@tinydanceryoutube]

Me too. 63 widow. Wish I had courage. Feeling safe is huge for me. I just don't know about safety there.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@tinydanceryoutube I guess you'd need to look at how safe you are currently. In the US, you never know when or where the next mass shooting will happen. Check out this video with my thoughts on violence in Mexico: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZXWiayhnLiebcU

[@joyceschetter5871]

Thank you for sharing this video. I really enjoyed this woman’s story, and with the culmination of her adopting senior buddy

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Happy to share! Thanks for commenting.

[@jsantillan2002]

All the best to that wonderful woman👍🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸 SALUDOS DESDE LOS ANGELES.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Gracias amigo!

[@FutureNomad68]

You should retitle this video, she's not living on $130.00 a month. Also, if you can convert pesos to dollars so we can get an idea of what the hell she's paying.

[@mangafq8]

I just googled it

[@DustBeGoneByDawn]

Thank you for this video. I am a Canadian who has lived in the United States all of my life. I’m about to turn 52, and I’m going through a huge transition as an empty nester. I have been trying to figure out this next chapter of my life. It feels like a daunting task. I’ve been an entrepreneur for over 10 years. I don’t have a pension or 401(k) plan. I have started downsizing to live in a tiny home. That in itself has been an adjustment! But it is one that I gladly am adopting. To me,, less is more! I love how this woman appears to have a zest for life, even though she is older. This video was very encouraging. I’ve been going through up and down the type of depression that I’ve never experienced before in my younger years. I have the same type of enthusiasm for life! That is half of the when you start realizing how much people discriminate against you simply because you’re older!

[@monicagloria3627]

"It took 12 hours before he became my dog" hahaha Buddy is adorable. I'm glad you two found each other and you foster failed. ❤❤❤

[@adrianpa2654]

I am happy to hear she is paying taxes and that she gets around in the neighborhood and that she cares to socialize with her neighbors which is more than the average U.S person does, maybe is because she is from Canada.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Ouch - I’m from the US. But I know what you are saying…

[@mominthe209]

You can’t socialize if you can’t speak Spanish.

[@Stacey505]

It depends where in America 🇺🇸 but if people don't like America they should not live in America. I wish immigrants would learn the reason behind our constitution and how God gave us our freedoms

[@adrianpa2654]

@@Stacey505 Who thr F is talking about "America"?

[@natanhaelalvarado6137]

Vaya manera de generalizar a las personas, encasillándolas por su nacionalidad, gente irresponsable, insociable o viceversa las encuentras en todos lados: Usa, Canadá, mexico, etc.

[@ginacardarella]

I love watching your videos and planning. My retirement, leaving Los Angeles.

[@leticiagarcia334]

Hola, me encanta que te guste vivir y seas feliz en mi bella Guadalajara, todos los que amen a Mexico son Bienvenidos. Saludos

[@manuelquintero6235]

Los Mexicanos quieren Norte y los güero. Quieren Estar en México ,quien los entiende pues,.

[@sandroenriquez]

Menos los venecos imagino 😂😂😂

[@angelicagarcia664]

Cuanto se paga de renta un apartamento chico🤔

[@saudigold50]

I enjoyed your interview with Rennie. It appears she is living a joyous and peaceful life with her dog in lovely Mexico.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Definitely! Thanks for watching!!

[@PeterErikson-rd5tj]

So what do. 1). Comparable. houses Cost and. how. much. to. 2) set the. house up. w/ walls. kitchens. and. baths. and. separate. electric. meters. Then we have an Idea if. what it costs

[@jip230]

I am sure this woman has led a fascinating life and has some great stories and she has been very industrious and smart in making her retirement work. It's somewhat misleading to say that she's living on $130 Canadian each month. She is renting part of her home and continues to work which brings in income. Not everyone is as smart and industrious as this woman or would be able to follow the same blueprint. She's also in relatively good health which works to her advantage. I think this plan could work for a subset of retirees though. Bravo to her for carving out an adventure for the next stage of her life!

[@marianfrances4959]

Awesome woman, awesome dog, awesome home. 👍🇨🇦😎🐾

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Agreed. Agreed. Agreed. 😃

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Great Job with this video and her interview- what a nice lady

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Mariana! One of the commenters here said I was her second favorite KZbinr in Mexico... with #1 being YOU! I feel like I'm in good company.

[@alejandraolivares7147]

I am Mexican , this lady is very nice in everything and I love that she like plantas so much and she THANKS A LOT dor rescue your lovely dog. ❤

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thank you for your comment - and for sharing your country with us!

[@glenwoodfin]

I loved getting to know Rennie. Such a touching interview. Thank you from South Carolina!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for watching Glen!

[@glenwoodfin]

Can't wait to see your video on how an American lives in Mexico for $1 a month.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@glenwoodfin So funny! I was thinking of making that exact video. That's what some folks expect ;-) I bet I'd get a lot of clicks - and a lot of comments calling it clickbait ;-)

[@glenwoodfin]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I'm cool with clickbait because you delivered. You two delivered solid content. Y'all got to the actual numbers and I found it very helpful because I'm thinking about moving there.

[@glenwoodfin]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Oh, and it's not just her. How bout that insurance dude you interviewed. Are you kidding me? What a way to retire.

[@CALeftHander]

Thank you Brighton. This was a fun & informative video. Also thank you to Rennie and Señor Buddy for such a lovely conversation.

[@mytuberforyou]

TLDR: she's still working and a landlord owner of a miltifamily property (3 units) Don't evewn know why they mentioned the $130/mo.

[@sr9253]

I have been thinking of Guadalajara as the climate seems very nice and it’s a big city with most amenities of the US

[@deborahfrances7945]

Wonderful. inspiring. Thank you both! You brightened my day.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@tikitiki7610]

where did you get the money to buy the house and redo same

[@shirleylake7738]

Ronnie is a wonderful ❤️ example for other seniors to create the best life you can for yourself. Love her spirit of adventure.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I agree! Thanks Shirley. Where are you on the "adventure spectrum"?

[@MikeBrown-dk7or]

The title is misleading. Her pension is only a small supplement to what she earns from rentals.

[@cecilbatts8835]

Yes, the title is misleading and at 40 seconds I was going to respond; but then I thought I should see all of it first. That is what KZbinrs do to get you to click. It is quite common. I live on $10 per month...........but then I have other income I did not reveal, Ha.

[@grignongb5240]

The truth is somewhere in between. $130US/month is 2,200+ pesos/month or 26,500/ year. That is enough to easily cover the fixed expenses of utilities, taxes, transportation, et cetera that she listed in the video. It's doubtful her rental income is more than $130/month. Certainly the additional income allows her a significantly more free spending lifestyle.

[@Dan-departingin5mins]

Great attitude about paying taxes. I couldn’t agree more.

[@edurnegalan]

Me encanto su vídeo Sra. Toda una vida de cambios. Yo he vivido de forma muy parecida. Aún no he encontrado (62) donde hechar raíces. La felicito y le deseo mucha salud y abundancia. Desde Tenerife Islas Canarias España 🇪🇦🏝️☀️👍

[@BethBoundVanVentures]

Oh your pup story touched My heart. What a wonderful blessing for you, he looks amazing!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

You are so kind. Drive safe!

[@Ulbre]

When Rennie mentioned the wet & dry seasons, I thought "Hey, that's practically the same as here in Chiang Mai, Thailand". When I looked up the latitudes it all made sense, quite close, Chiang Mai at 18.8 degrees north and Guadalajara at 20.7 degrees north. Nice video.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for sharing! Have fun in Chiang Mai!

[@JavierSanchez-ru6qk]

Felicidades por su bonita vida algun dia regresare a mexico y mi idea es exactamente igual ala señora

[@georgetaylor2819]

9/03/23 What an enjoyable video -- THANK YOU - What a nice lady and an area well worth spending time/money/resources. I lived on the island of Puerto Rico for about 15 years and was away from the metropolitan areas. So I also had the same types of experiences with the local residents. She was very astute to see the potential in that building. Will watch others of your videos because you do them so enticingly well. thank you

[@richardlynch1094]

Really love this Brighton. After driving Baja last winter, I have my heart set on LA Paz, but I love this ttavelogue of other areas of Mexico. See you at Playa balandra!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I'm enjoying exploring the rest of Mexico. But La Paz is still home. I'll be at Balandra in November ;-)

[@emmaemma3737]

Thanks for your video. I know that neighborhood and is nice. I'm thinking to live there as soon I got 65. Living with my retirement.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Be sure to get your residency set up in advance (if you don't already have it.) The fiscal minimums have been going up each year.

[@HeavenLeeMadeOnEtsy]

would've been nice to post the conversions right on the screen so we could get an idea of Pesos Vs Dollars. The house tour was a bit disappointing we only saw the front room, her office, kitchen and bathroom...I would've love to see the other units in her home.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Sorry. I normally put the dollar amounts on screen, but I forgot when editing this video. The other two unites were occupied when I was there, so we couldn't film them. :-(

[@danielcristiangarcia2881]

Nice home mam. Thank you for taking the time to discuss your journey im. A long haul truck driver in the United states . I have family in Mexico city which is where i used to live.and have family in All of mexico . Gracias por tu video . I plan to retire in San miguel de allende Guanajuato im.also. A writer . I have family in Los altos de Jalisco

[@voyageurization]

Different ppl, different ideas, different point of view will make the difference and change the country for good.. welcome to Mexico if you love my country.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thank you for sharing your country with us. We love it!

[@ginasv1857]

Well yeah,welcome if they are going to try to integrate ,learning the language and paying taxes and are legal immigrants

[@kallasusort2986]

Your dog is darling! It sounds really good. I would not have been able to endure getting the mold out of the house. Looks great now. You have made good choices in your life. Many Blessings for a full good life there.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thank you so much!

[@valk7229]

Very adventurous Rennie. Appreciate your insights. Not sure when this was made, but would appreciate updates on costs now -- house expenses, rental income, cost of food. Also cost of residences in your neighborhood now. Your home is very beautiful. Your pup is sweet. You're a smart lady.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

This video was recorded last summer, so costs are just a bit higher now (mostly because the peso is strengthening and partly because inflation is high.)

[@thegrazeandhoneylife]

So amazing! I love this!❤️

[@Ready4]

QUESTION: Can you ask Rennie what is the "COMPANY NAME" where she purchased her "PRE-HOSPITAL COVERAGE" policy (for under/about $ 2,000.00 year), that can provide 'pre-hospital services' (Emergency Doctor Visits -and- Emergency Transportation to the Hospital, etc.)? THANKS IN ADVANCE!

[@jj-bp3fr]

I heard she said IMSS and Salud Digna.

[@judithhill9968]

It’s not IMSS or Salud digna it’s something else she purchased.

[@RedroomStudios]

I havent been to a doctor in 35 years.

[@isamartinez5122]

Imss, the public hospital is terrible IT REALLY SUCKS

[@jj-bp3fr]

@@isamartinez5122 IMSS are for workers such as teachers, its free.

[@GabrielaDiaz-bi3wd]

Thank you for thinking about doing the right thing! Use the services Pay the taxes😍🙏🏻

[@SationalCyn]

100 pesos = $5.74 USD for anyone wondering

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

Thanks for the honest assessment of your costs. Very helpful. Best wishes for continued happiness.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thank you for watching!

[@antoniocamacho1141]

Excellent interview!!! Thanks for sharing

[@martbright]

Very enjoyable video, interesting. I love her pupper! How sweet that she rescued him and that he's great company. I have heard that it can be safer in Mexico to have a dog in the house. I am a cat person for sure, but I love all animals. Cats aren't super helpful with security, however...

[@RedroomStudios]

safer with a dog? every house and building here has heavy steel doors with double locks and bars over the windows. I dont think a dog is going to make that any safer.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I feel more safe with a dog. Maybe you could teach your cat to meow really really loud? Maybe get him a little amplifier he can purr into?

[@chasingtheAmericanDream]

What is the name of the $2,000 pesos a year health coverage?

[@jj-bp3fr]

She said she has IMSS and Salud Digna.

[@chasingtheAmericanDream]

@@jj-bp3fr Yes, but I thought it was something else

[@swedeincny]

@@chasingtheAmericanDream yes must be something else. Would like to know as well.

[@travelerawakenings8477]

Canada gives 1400$ monthly pension, even immigrants who have never worked in the country. After living there 10 years and being a resident or citizen, everyone is qualified for $ 1400 per month. So, I don't understand why this Canadian lady could only have 130$ in pension from Cabada. Even my grandmother, who immigrated from the Carribbean to Canada and never worked in Canada and never contributed a dime in taxes to the system, was qualified fir 1400$ per month. So, help me understand why this woman only received 130$ per month in pension from Canada. I understand that the 130$ is a pension from the works that she has done over the years she lived I Canada. What she doesn't know is, she is still qualified fir the 1400$ monthly. My mother didn't work in Canada much. Based on her work, she ws only qualified for around 110$ monthly, but as I said, even if someone never worked in Canada, they are still qualified for the Federal pension. She can still apply for it and she will get it.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for your comment. Rennie took her pension early, which cut the amount some. And she also mentioned something about re-applying. There may also be a limit based on Rennie living outside Canada. For US citizens, the benefits that are "earned" by working in the US can be collected outside the US. But the benefits that are "unearned" which apply whether or not you worked, can only be collected if you live inside the US. But I'll pass along your comment to Rennie so she can look into it.

[@renniemartin5587]

I am getting the max allowed as I live outside the country. I have applied for my OAS but am still waiting and it will also only be a very small amount. If I was living in Canada then I would be entitled to a minimum living wage.

[@scoobydadog246]

I thought she said she was getting a US pension - I assume she lived and worked there for awhile - she said she lived in 16 different countries...

[@RagingCDNCooter]

I’m so glad I found this!!! I’ve been wanting to move to Mexico!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

That's great to hear! Mexico is a beautiful country with so much to offer. I'm glad you found my video helpful in making your decision to move.

[@sdd123]

He is meant to be here, what an absolute beautiful dog. Poor baby.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I agree - he's lucky to find a great human to take good care of him.

[@hivolco151]

Another Awesome interview! What a terrific lady! Very smart with her finances! You are doing such a service Brighton! Thank you so much for your perspectives on Mexican life-style!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thank you so much!

[@frenc1813]

CLICK BAIT IS A SERVICE NOW? LOL

[@orlymarq6238]

Correction: Ilegals pay taxes in the USA . but , they Do not benefits from it because its illegality in the country

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I agree. About 50% pay federal income tax (and cannot get a refund back.) But they all pay property and sales tax. "Illegals" in Mexico pay sales and property tax, but are more likely to skip the income tax.

[@RishayanPorMexico]

Undocumented people in the US pay ALOT of taxes, sales tax, income tax, property tax( those that own properties), etc. and get little or nothing in return. Certainly a lot more than 50% of them. And everybody in Mexico pay sales tax, as it is hidden in the price of almost everything you buy. But very few pay property tax, only the rich and middle class who live in certain urban areas. In most rural areas across Mexico, nobody pays property taxes and even in some large urban areas. When I lived in the urban sprawl of Puebla, my landlord told me that his junta auxiliar does not (yet) have to pay any property tax, rich or poor.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@RishayanPorMexico They all pay sales and property tax, but a lot of them work under the table and avoid income tax (which is true of many people in these low-income fields - it doesn't matter if they are immigrants or were born in the USA.) Many undocumented immigrants are taken advantage of by their employers too. I didn't know about property tax issues in Mexico. I pay every year. Maybe it has to do with how long you've lived somewhere. If you've bought in the past 10 years, the government has better records of you. If your home has been in your family for generations, the records may be limited. I really don't know - but thanks for sharing that!

[@RishayanPorMexico]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico yea, you're right. The government today has advanced tremendously with their technology. Recent property owners are probably more susceptible to being taxed. But I have always lived in the ""bad side"" of towns where the government still hasn't completely conquered, and so anything still goes. Most of the people I know either live on communal lands or properties that have been in their families for at least half a century. And nobody I know pay any taxes whatsoever. A few years ago, the government sent a bunch of wet behind the ears college kids with computers to a small rural village near mine to formally register every property, with the intent to start charging property taxes. But the people chased the kids out of town with machetes, and the government hasn't been back since.( and still nobody pays any property taxes!).

[@nancydavieau]

Sometimes In NYC many are put up in very expensive hotels

[@milenathomson5422]

As long as do not come to our country and want to treat us as trash and respect our ways you are always welcome.

[@jeremyfondo4320]

Put some throw rugs on the roof to keep it cooler. Imitate grass and the plants will love it.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for the tip!