I Got Rid of Everything and Started Over in My 50s

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Qroo Paul & Linda

Qroo Paul & Linda

Күн бұрын

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@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
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@timgillman
@timgillman Ай бұрын
With T-Mobile I get service in Mexico for the months we are there. Does Mint do something like that?
@holly7797
@holly7797 Ай бұрын
I have been using Mint for years! I am not changing.
@Isolatedcockpit13
@Isolatedcockpit13 Ай бұрын
I just sold or gave away a house full of stuff at age 62, including my coveted vinyl record and vintage stereo collection. I'm down to a suitcase of clothes, and an overnight bag filled with life's small essentials. I'll be slow traveling through Central and South America by late December for the Hell of it. Great video
@beerlover6667
@beerlover6667 Ай бұрын
You don't own your stuff, your stuff owns you!
@jeremykey4563
@jeremykey4563 Ай бұрын
Classic Paul. “You see, they sell stuff. Everywhere”. 😂
@Raschkodreamvacations
@Raschkodreamvacations Ай бұрын
OMG Paul you just told our story. Lived in Mexico 7 years, then Colombia 1 year and it was necessary to move back to the US. We sold everything to move to Mexico, then everything to move to Colombia. Then everything to move back to the US. Stuff and real estate. We are in WA state. Bought a house and a car here. Have gone back to work” part time and we are adjusting. At some point we will probably relocate again. Agreed with everything you said. Stay well and carry on!
@2GringosOnTheGulf
@2GringosOnTheGulf Ай бұрын
It sure was liberating brother, and still is. Everything we own fits in our Dodge Attitude. Cheers from 2 Canadians traveling around Mexico. ❤️🇲🇽✌🏼
@MONICAANICA
@MONICAANICA Ай бұрын
You have each other wherever you are 💃🕺💞 Most important 🙏
@adriankung1625
@adriankung1625 Ай бұрын
Thank-you!!! Best 8 minutes of advice I've ever heard on this topic, as someone who's planning on clearing out of an apartment to slow-travel full-time, but wanting a home-base not too far from family. Just finding it mentally hard getting rid of "stuff", so this helped alot! Cheers!...from North Vancouver
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
@josehurtado1044
@josehurtado1044 Ай бұрын
I quit my job at the end of the pandemic, I gave everything I owned away including my car All my possessions fit in two suitcases, 2 ½ years later the only regret I have is not having it done sooner.
@takeitzenman7894
@takeitzenman7894 Ай бұрын
A Google Voice number can easily be added to your phone so you have a US-based number people can call. It just routes to your main number. We used this when in Mexico and the U.S.
@Mhel2023
@Mhel2023 Ай бұрын
I did this before I moved to the Philippines and it's working fine for making and receiving calls, texts and 2FA texts from banks. Google Voice needs to be set up in the US though. I ported my Verizon number to GV for $20, but they will generate a phone number for you if you need one
@sunnybrookfamily6711
@sunnybrookfamily6711 Ай бұрын
I found, after moving to Mexico 2.5 years ago and having to buy all new "stuff" that I really missed my old stuff, things like books & photos and heirloom furniture. I found that these things ground me. Fortunately, I still have them in storage in the usa and have been slowly moving them down.
@mwhite1474
@mwhite1474 Ай бұрын
Its been awhile since I've last watched your videos and was happy to see you pop up on my feed. I am a native Floridian living in New England with lot of stuff I like; however, as a frequent visitor to Quintana Roo Mexico and Florida, your philosophy of leaving the materials behind appeals to me. Glad you both are doing well and that family is an important focus for you.
@kateevansnomadicwriter
@kateevansnomadicwriter Ай бұрын
I hope you two are okay after the hurricane. Love what you say about STUFF. I 100% agree and have gotten rid of everything I own 3 times in my life. Currently we're traveling for 8 months with only carry-ons. It's freeing.
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
That's great! We look forward to doing something like that in the future.
@luvablesweetnsassy
@luvablesweetnsassy Ай бұрын
I recommend digitizing old photos and making copies on thumb drives for family members. SO much easier than 100’s or thousands of old photos. Prayers to you and Linda 🙏 💕
@balikadam35
@balikadam35 Ай бұрын
I don't know why I love your videos. I always wanted to do videos like yours. Couldn't do it. You inspire me alot. I live in CA. I wish that we can meet. I wish you the best of luck. Keep going I will do it 1 day :) for my son.
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
Thanks -- but you can do it. You just have to start talking to your cellphone and posting it. You'll get more comfortable at it with time.
@bamslerc
@bamslerc Ай бұрын
Glad you popped up on my feed this morning. I wanted to thank you for the introduction/suggestion to use the immigration facilitator, Adriana. She put me in touch with her rep ( Marina) in Merida. Those two gals were fantastic. I was only down for a week in which I needed to finalize my residency card , and Marina had it all done in two days. Easy peasy , quick, efficient and painless. Fabulous gals!
@laszlosandor3987
@laszlosandor3987 Ай бұрын
Good luck Linda & Paul
@wabisabisylvie111
@wabisabisylvie111 Ай бұрын
Same, at 50, quit a longtime stable job, and moved cross country with only what fit in my car… and ready do it again 😊. Great video!!
@jasonholloway7588
@jasonholloway7588 Ай бұрын
That is funny... Most of us have all done this before.. And I have done this twice in my life.. Its called DIVORCE.. Yup... leave with nothing and start over.. hahahahaha.
@daalfemc
@daalfemc Ай бұрын
O man you made my day, I have drank from that same poison
@LivingSimplyinMexico
@LivingSimplyinMexico Ай бұрын
Nice video Paul! All the best on your family situation.
@jindandy7826
@jindandy7826 Ай бұрын
Just did the same @ 69 & moved to Albabia. LOVING it!
@jdjames7621
@jdjames7621 Ай бұрын
Thank you, Qroo and Linda. I just signed up for Mint Mobile (and bought a new phone) using your link. This is Janell, a subscriber to the Qroo Crew Spanish channel.
@cathyhunnemeder3064
@cathyhunnemeder3064 Ай бұрын
Love your attitude about “stuff”. It is the unnecessary necessary about life
@destinationmax
@destinationmax Ай бұрын
Thank you Paul for your updates on adjusting to living in the USA again. It looks like you used a lot of your expert know how to find the best deals and get the condo through Airbnb. Sorry that you had to move out and move back in, but it sounds like it may have been worth it. ❤ I am also turning 54 and still residing in Mexico for 3 years now. I just took off to Lima Peru, two weeks ago to explore the country and meet friends in Punta Sal. I would be so bummed if I had to move back to the USA but I keep an open mind if I had to. This type of info helps. BTW I refer everyone I know that’s trying to get their Mexico RFC on their own to your video instruction on that. It sure helped me many think that they have to hire a facilitator or an attorney to get this done and that is just not the case as it’s not the same as getting residency. Thank you for all that you do.
@andreamartin8832
@andreamartin8832 Ай бұрын
We sold 99% of our stuff in 2021 & moved to Mexico. Loved the freedom but returned to the U.S. for our son to finish high school & go to college. Hopefully we sell it all again. This country is cramping my new minimalist anti consumer lifestyle. 😂
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
It is liberating selling everything, isn't it? :)
@MikeS29
@MikeS29 Ай бұрын
Hi Paul, we are selling up everything in Florida and heading to Spain (dual U.S. and E.U. citizenships). We bought a home there and are taking limited, more personal, things with us. Thanks for sharing.
@Luigi13
@Luigi13 Ай бұрын
I completely agree about too much stuff will anchor you down. Less is always better. 😆😆
@scubarocks2004
@scubarocks2004 Ай бұрын
After 3 years in Costa Rica which included building a home through COVID, selling it 4 months after we moved in, buying a villa and fully renovating it we decided to sell it fully furnished 2 years later (to avoid capital gains tax) and move to the Central Valley of Costa Rica with just some clothes, computers and my small kitchen appliances and rent fully furnished. We live off of $2500 per month which includes health insurance, food, rent, utilities, etc. (everything but our travel expenses). We now live the “lock and go lifestyle” and have no worries traveling through Costa Rica and other countries because we have nothing of value to worry about. We are happier than ever…I wish I knew how little material things meant to me sooner. This is absolutely not for everyone but we have found our happiness in memories vs. material items and if the AC or refrigerator goes…not my problem 😂
@kayGriffith101
@kayGriffith101 Ай бұрын
I've had Mint Mobile for almost a year now. & I've started over a few times in life... even with children!
@rfink222
@rfink222 Ай бұрын
I dragged all my stuff to Mexico in 2015. Big mistake. Then I dragged all my stuff back to the US in 2018. Big mistake. I should have done like Paul and not moved anything across the border, it is a nightmare and expensive. My US bank thought I was a drug dealer and wouldn't wire money to the customs agent at the border causing big problems. I will probably go back to Mexico eventually so if I take anything it will be very simple stuff with sentimental value.
@Mr-lw7gy
@Mr-lw7gy Ай бұрын
If you do, get a different bank too. US bank stinks! Lol
@Jesse_Cee
@Jesse_Cee Ай бұрын
I’m following my family tradition. Buy a home in the US, pay it off and then start building one in Mexico. By retirement age I will be able to go back and forth for family reasons. Always keep in mind the family.
@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore
@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore Ай бұрын
Great little video. "It's all just stuff!" ☺♥
@PeacefulMoments1844
@PeacefulMoments1844 Ай бұрын
Don’t be attached to “stuff.” :)
@Ivar-V
@Ivar-V Ай бұрын
I'm in the process of selling all my things and starting over, too. It is hard letting go of everything but it's even harder holding on. Hope to be traveling light soon. Besides they sell stuff everywhere lol
@amen_ra6926
@amen_ra6926 Ай бұрын
My aunt and her husband has a somewhat similar situation. She's originally from Panama but lived in the states for a long time. But they decided to move to Panama. The only problem is for medical coverage reasons they had to move back to the states. Apparently Medi-Care doesn't cover everything. . I kind of admire people who can live that minimalist nomadic life. I owned a place for a while but prefer renting. I found home ownership to be overrated. Plus I could vacate whenever I need and not worry about listing a house and dealing with that headache. It would be hard to give up my garage gym. I put too much time and work into putting it together. And it's not just "stuff' you can get anywhere for the same expense depending on where one lives.
@stevel6420
@stevel6420 Ай бұрын
Well said.....don't allow your stuff to pin you to a place. I'm currently dealing with the "letting go" phase of my stuff so I too can leave the US and go someplace, really anywhere else. Watching KZbins videos with the theme "nobody wants your stuff" is helping. I'm starting to realize that I might sell a little of my stuff but in reality most people don't want my stuff and I'm going to have to give it away or trash it.
@uxb2001
@uxb2001 Ай бұрын
Mint Rocks!
@maggiemay5510
@maggiemay5510 Ай бұрын
Great video !!!
@bamslerc
@bamslerc Ай бұрын
I posted a comment but it didn’t go. ? Will post again…. I wanted to thank you for the suggestion in a previous video for an immigration facilitator. Adriana put me on to her partner in Merida ( Marina), who in less than two days had me posing happily for a pic with my residency card in hand. I was only down for a week and was worried about getting everything done in that week. The process was painless, quick and extremely efficient. Those gals are fabulous! Can’t recommend them enough. Thanks. 😊
@LaurieSequana
@LaurieSequana Ай бұрын
I love e your personality, makes me smile a lot
@christinedailey9254
@christinedailey9254 Ай бұрын
It's just stuff! We've sold everything, moved, and started over 5 times in 29 years; we've moved more than that but mistakingly took stuff with us. Within the next year, we will be doing it again. We love it! Move on and experience something new.
@dina-barnese
@dina-barnese Ай бұрын
I'm in the process of liquidating... having a hard time letting go of the art I've collected over the last few years. But I find things each time I make a sweep through the house, and into the donation bin it goes!
@luvablesweetnsassy
@luvablesweetnsassy Ай бұрын
Consider an estate sale. Your stuff is worth a lot to many people. We did this recently for our mom’s extensive belongings and she received thousands instead of just donating everything.
@mireyam4661
@mireyam4661 11 күн бұрын
Great video!!! Thanks😊
@troycopeland2170
@troycopeland2170 Ай бұрын
always enjoy your videos. funny, i was just about to check out Mint mobile myself. thanks for giving me a push!
@danielgalvan8381
@danielgalvan8381 Ай бұрын
Wow! You really know your stuff! Loved it!
@pbjsilverstudio4882
@pbjsilverstudio4882 Ай бұрын
For me, it’s just stuff, except my art. But ask my husband???? He brought 7 coats to La Paz!!! Seven! Because each one had something different to them. And lots of boxes of STUFF that are just being stored in closets and on shelves. His ‘stuff’ is sooooo important to him and he will not part with it. Even if he doesn’t use it. Jajaja! 🙄😩
@billobrien4680
@billobrien4680 Ай бұрын
Aw! Tough call. Maybe someday you guys will be able to reverse your reversal.
@karav2879
@karav2879 Ай бұрын
I’m getting rid of all my stuff over the next two months and moving to Mexico. I’m already feeling liberated.
@scottwilliams6752
@scottwilliams6752 Ай бұрын
I like the idea and need to learn more about Mint, but if you look at the coverage map on the website, there is no coverage in Mexico or Canada, huge areas of the western US and some decent patches of the eastern US.
@USA-RE3
@USA-RE3 Ай бұрын
You are right! I tried Mint Mobile last year and upon landing in Mexico I realized there is NO service. - So yes, Mint is good in the US but not so much for traveling abroad.
@jackbaldwin3649
@jackbaldwin3649 Ай бұрын
T-Mo bought Mint Mobile just this year so perhaps that coverage will change.
@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448
@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448 Ай бұрын
I’ve had Mint Mobile for at least 5 years, and I’ve saved a lot of money! 🎉
@nala3038
@nala3038 Ай бұрын
Mint Mobile sucks!
@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448
@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448 Ай бұрын
@@nala3038 Hmm. I pay for unlimited internet, and it’s still only $30 a mth.
@anniesshenanigans3815
@anniesshenanigans3815 Ай бұрын
You said SWFL... awesome. I am in Cape Coral and I bought my house with most of the 'stuff'. It's pretty common here. I moved with very little because I didn't want to cart a bunch of OLD stuff here. So now the weather will soon be turning perfect, and as that happens the snowbirds will descend and we will be back at it fighting for space. Actually this is a good area to learn Spanish because I work with numerous Spanish speaking people and being in MRI we have a variety of people coming in for their exams.
@janicegreenwood664
@janicegreenwood664 Ай бұрын
You're 100% right on. When I was opening casinos around the country, I was moving furniture, etc with me. My friend asked one day, do you own the "stuff" or does the "stuff" own you? I stopped moving stuff.
@shareeharms5421
@shareeharms5421 Ай бұрын
Hey Qroo - true fact I was just studying Mint and then you talk about it? I was just giving away stuff ( Live in Mexico right now) and you talk about STUFF?! 😮👍 You Rock
@shareeharms5421
@shareeharms5421 Ай бұрын
Looks like Mint doesn’t work in Mexico - will stick with Verizon ($30/mth )and my Telcel ( for Mexico) for now
@TLS-in-Japan
@TLS-in-Japan Ай бұрын
This is great-very motivational! I’ve subscribed. Keep it coming, and thanks!
@justamanwithbeliefs
@justamanwithbeliefs Ай бұрын
I’m 55 from southeastern Ohio but worked overseas all my life. I have savings of $1,000,000 and I'm ready for retirement, only concerned about the soaring inflation. Is this enough to retire comfortably, or do I need some sort of money management?
@justlikeasoldier
@justlikeasoldier Ай бұрын
Glad to hear from another buckeye! comfortable retirement depends on your lifestyle...
@verycautiouspersona
@verycautiouspersona Ай бұрын
I would get money management just in case. You’re only 55. I think the average life execting in the US is 77.5 years, but many people live well into their 80s so that $1 million has to last you all of that and the unforeseen. $1m is a great start though. Good for you!
@beautifulpeopleonearth
@beautifulpeopleonearth Ай бұрын
I’m quite lucky exposed to personal finance at early age, started job 19, purchased first home 28. Going forward, got laid-off at 36 just after covid-outbreak, and at once hired an advisor with grit to help stay afloat. As of today, my portfolio has yielded over 300%, summing up $836k. Stay motivated friends
@everceen
@everceen Ай бұрын
@@beautifulpeopleonearth this is huge! your advsor must be grade A, mind msharing more info pleas? in dire need of proper asset allocation
@beautifulpeopleonearth
@beautifulpeopleonearth Ай бұрын
Can't divulge much, I delegate my excesses to someone of great expertise "Annette Louise Connors" preferably you can look her up on the web, her qualifications speak for itself.
@gerritdendekker1844
@gerritdendekker1844 Ай бұрын
Stuff mmmm....We, wife and I moved to Puerto Morelos Qroo 3/21 with 4 suitcases, and our dog sold everything in the USA and rented several places over the past 3 1/2 years and used other people's stuff with the exception of purchasing a vehicle. As you mentioned, stuff is just that stuff. The most important thing is that we have each other. As we continue to move forward, the only thing that is packed in our van is our suitcases and two dogs. Oh, we rescued a street puppy two years ago. Rentals are inexpensive vs. the USA and the money saved is invested. Paul, I have enjoyed your videos, and you and others helped in our decision to make the move to Mexico. I am fortunate that I can work remotely and collect my SS, and all our stuff live a very comfortable life even though we have downsized. Wish both of you all the best.
@juddkennedy
@juddkennedy Ай бұрын
Yep exactly how this can be done. Without those financial elements you aint going nowhere.
@jlizcano3317
@jlizcano3317 Ай бұрын
Had to get rid of Mint because they changed their international roaming & their new plan is too costly for light usage overseas. In the USA their rates are great, but if you are like me and have a dual SIM phone w/Mexican SIM + US SIM then there are better options.
@censoredeveryday3320
@censoredeveryday3320 Ай бұрын
What option did you go with?
@discolemonade7716
@discolemonade7716 Ай бұрын
I have used Mint when I returned to the USA for the summer, but now I use Tello and I still have Telcel. I am not currently living in Mexico, but did for a long time.
@Steve8105
@Steve8105 Ай бұрын
Do you think you’ll move back to Mexico someday
@AK-kz6wc
@AK-kz6wc Ай бұрын
Just watching your latest vid. When you said SW Florida, my heart nearly stopped.... Just kidding. We have spent 20 years in Naples area. Now on vacation in QR...
@garlandetheridge9902
@garlandetheridge9902 Ай бұрын
I've lived out of 1 1/2 suitcase for the past 16 yrs and love it. South America and Mexico. wouldn't have it any other way>
@steven_dekok
@steven_dekok Ай бұрын
Wifey and I are getting ready to move to Romania in 3 years after our youngest is done with high school. Romania is her homeland that she left when communism fell. We've been back quite a few times and I absolutely fell in love with the country. We currently live in California and are tired of being taxed to death with nothing to really show for it. We'll sell our home here and buy a small condo in Florida to use when we come back to the US to visit. We already have a flat in Romania and are spending all our spare income on buying investment property in Romania. We have both a US phone number and a Romanian phone number. I never realized how much of a hustle culture we have here in the US until I started visiting Romania. Long story short, I set a goal for myself to get rid of 1 material possession per day until I am left with only the necessary clothes and memory items of my kids. Shoes... your wife must know my wife!
@petewick8627
@petewick8627 Ай бұрын
Did you research any other Eastern European countries?
@steven_dekok
@steven_dekok Ай бұрын
@@petewick8627 Yes and Romania made the most sense since my wife is already a citizen and with a new law that just passed, I will be eligible for citizenship in 4 years. Along with that, the ability to make money doing what I already do here in the states was also a deciding factor. (I am a real estate broker and investor.) I'll be 55 next month and I don't want to work until I am in my late 60's. Cost of living is much cheaper compared to the US and add in the fact that the IRS allows us to make $120K a year from foreign income and not be taxed. With a Florida "home base", we will not pay any state income tax (compared to the 13% we currently pay in California). We go to Romania 3-4 times a year. I could write a book on everything I have learned and maybe I will someday!
@jackbaldwin3649
@jackbaldwin3649 Ай бұрын
Isn't it a pretty big change in weather from California to Romania? I live in California and we are considering moving to Europe as well but I would like to find someplace with a similar climate, i.e., no snow! ;-)
@steven_dekok
@steven_dekok Ай бұрын
@@jackbaldwin3649 Along the coast you will find milder winters/climates. We often vacation by the Black Sea. Personally, I absolutely love the winter. But if you want milder winters, Spain might be a good option.
@azdbuk
@azdbuk Ай бұрын
I'm in a predicament, I am always happier with less stuff, but, my Mom passed this year, and she was a stuff collector, but stuff with meaning from different places and phases....I have most of it now in my house now....I cannot get myself to get rid of it at this time as all of it is related to her and her travels and life. I just have to be a hoarder for now....we'll see how things shake out.....
@Booboonancy
@Booboonancy Ай бұрын
I’ve gotten rid of 3 “households” over the years and it is never easy. It always feels like trying to rip industrial quality velcro 😬. I will say that the things I thought I couldn’t bear to part with, out of either true sentimental attachment or guilt, I was able to let them go. Once it’s done, it’s gone and out of your mind. We often keep things out of allegiance to a deceased loved one, as if getting rid of physical things was disrespectful. You can take photos of those things to remember and free yourself of the bulk. Some things of course you absolutely don’t want to get rid of and that’s perfect. It’s a process to be sure and not something to be done with in a week.
@journeykendrick
@journeykendrick Ай бұрын
Miss you guys. Hope all is well. 😊
@billiebowden1055
@billiebowden1055 Ай бұрын
How was shopping for insurance for car and house? Shocker! Recently moved from Tulum, leaving the house furnished as well, after 7 years. Flew in with a dog and cat that adopted us. Met you and Linda at your first meet and greet. Hope to see you again sometime, perhaps at the next destination! Will try mint, thanks for the review on them.
@WayneGluyas
@WayneGluyas Ай бұрын
🎉well done with Mint Mobile
@sarahmabal2629
@sarahmabal2629 Ай бұрын
I love mint! Been using it for 12 years since I moved to Costa Rica and Mexico from Florida.
@USA-RE3
@USA-RE3 Ай бұрын
Hi Sarah! Does Mint work in Mexico?
@sarahmabal2629
@sarahmabal2629 Ай бұрын
@@USA-RE3 Yes, but they charge extra for that. I live in Mexico and I also have a Mexican phone number with Telcel for about $12 / month including text, messages and wifi.
@DrAJ_LatinAmerica
@DrAJ_LatinAmerica Ай бұрын
Fun stuff 👍. Be careful on Florida golf courses....
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
Haha, will do.
@sherrifisher7293
@sherrifisher7293 Ай бұрын
Hahaha I need my stuff Paul. I mean…I get it but I’m with Linda on what that stuff is 😂. Glad things are working out for you
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
Haha, it's just stuff! It's fun to look for new stuff.
@SteveHartigan
@SteveHartigan Ай бұрын
Hello! great channel. So, are there things (like hobbies, jobs, volunteering) that a person could do in the cancun/playa area? For me , my biggest thing is boredom. I like to be doing things and helping people. I think even in the yucatan a person would get bored after a bit of time. your thoughts?
@gbarraco8888
@gbarraco8888 Ай бұрын
Loved the info on Mint Mobile! Thank you!
@jandoherty5299
@jandoherty5299 Ай бұрын
My daughter just got mint Mobile and she loves it
@BarnabyBarry
@BarnabyBarry Ай бұрын
Moved at 63 to Thailand-sold my condo-moved to a $400 month brand new condo-completely furnished -walk to the 🏖️-younger/pretty/thin women-gym/pool/steam daily-no stress!
@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi
@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi Ай бұрын
😏
@MEN101
@MEN101 Ай бұрын
You should also rename your channel to USA Paul or Florida Paul and Linda.
@WeDidntExpectthis
@WeDidntExpectthis 27 күн бұрын
Hope you are good Paul! I think you were living in Florida?
@qroo
@qroo 26 күн бұрын
Yes, we're in SW Florida.
@WeDidntExpectthis
@WeDidntExpectthis 26 күн бұрын
@@qroo I hope your house is ok?!
@ninabaker2970
@ninabaker2970 Ай бұрын
Great video!😊
@Mhel2023
@Mhel2023 Ай бұрын
I moved to the Philippines with a backpack after I retired at 58. Been here a year and now moving to Thailand so I have to downsize again lol. I'm just giving stuff away. I figure as long as someone can use it, I didn't waste my money
@RioBahiaWilliams
@RioBahiaWilliams Ай бұрын
We had the same problem, but in reverse, we had US phones and had to tell everyone to call +1, but at least they we pretty familiar with calling the US. Finally got a Mexican phone as apps for services we not properly supported by our US based phones and we needed access so we could pay our monthly services (currently live in US 80% of the time). When we finally do move to our home in Mexico we will take little, but will keep much in the US as will continue to hold a home here for our adult kids benefit, and our impromptu visits 😂😂😂
@skipwaisner5808
@skipwaisner5808 Ай бұрын
Will be switching to Mint once the Verizon phones are paid off.
@carlalee1705
@carlalee1705 Ай бұрын
Hi Paul, great to hear from you. The link isn't working for me. I will keep trying. I'm glad you all are reestblishing in the US.
@MexicanMovie
@MexicanMovie Ай бұрын
I'm gonna tell my wife about mintmobile, she has been complaining about both the price and service of our cell provider.
@Jeffrey-p2s
@Jeffrey-p2s Ай бұрын
Classic Carlin. Stuff
@andreww7938
@andreww7938 Ай бұрын
less is more!
@samo8204
@samo8204 Ай бұрын
Paul, what part of FL? We're just south of Tampa.
@emcphx
@emcphx Ай бұрын
Ever consider moving back to Mexico again?
@lottorabbit
@lottorabbit Ай бұрын
TELLO mobile is cheap. I pay $10.26 per month with taxes and everything
@ericrose540
@ericrose540 Ай бұрын
Love Mint Mobile - been using them over a year. While the rest of the fam stays on AT&T - expensive!
@arlingtonguy54
@arlingtonguy54 Ай бұрын
When you are at the end of your life you will regret the things you didn’t do not the things you did. 😊
@qroo
@qroo Ай бұрын
Very true! I feel the same way.
@pascalguillembet297
@pascalguillembet297 Ай бұрын
Your story is soooooo much like ours! We sold everything in SW Florida and moved to Merida Yucatán, great time, great food, great people!!! 3 years later we sold our house fully furnished, but we keep the car with Yucatán tags, way cheaper than us, registration free on line and insurance covering Mexico and US for a year. Now we bought a house in South Carolina and are super happy!! 😂
@FeralineHydor
@FeralineHydor Ай бұрын
You just jumped back into trouble. Good luck.
@bonnyjanineweil9589
@bonnyjanineweil9589 Ай бұрын
I'm curious to know about how you kept your car because I may be taking my Mexico plated vehicle across the border as well...
@petewick8627
@petewick8627 Ай бұрын
What was the reason For returning?
@abcjerilee
@abcjerilee Ай бұрын
You can't take is with you when you go. It becomes someone else's burden.
@drewj4297
@drewj4297 Ай бұрын
Sold nearly all our stuff two years ago and moved to Puerto Vallarta. Doing my best not to buy a bunch more stuff. It feels good being light and able to go whenever I decide.
@auricgoldfinger8478
@auricgoldfinger8478 Ай бұрын
“Stuff”a homage to the great George Carlin
@adolfosilva3921
@adolfosilva3921 Ай бұрын
Hello. I have some questions for you and Linda. I am a retired Internal Medicine physician. I have some questions for you because I have considered moving to Mexico.
@robertlopez9347
@robertlopez9347 Ай бұрын
For us men, it's easy... We can travel anywhere without anything... It's more complicated for women because plenty of products available here in the States are not available in Mexico...
@CarlosJa
@CarlosJa Ай бұрын
I'm curious how you bought the house because if you have no debt. You credit score will be dead. I been living abroad for 8yrs and my score dropped to 500s because I have 0 debt and no credit cards.
@judyprocleaning
@judyprocleaning Ай бұрын
My ex husband and me backpacked in Mexico for years about 24 years ago. He had a similar mind set as you.. he had nothing when traveled there only a car and clothes… he was like “ is just stuff”… I miss him
@DenLD
@DenLD Ай бұрын
I moved to Mexico with 8 boxes. Now I have a whole houseful of furniture again. If I sell this house, I’ll also sell all the furniture with it. I invested in nice things for that reason. Do you think you’ll ever move back?
@evadyck5663
@evadyck5663 Ай бұрын
One day, I will do that, too!
@jacobsavage563
@jacobsavage563 Ай бұрын
With recommending dolar app can you cover how crypto taxes work in Mexico
@roundpaws
@roundpaws Ай бұрын
Do you rebuy all your electronics? Monitors etc?
@skipwaisner5808
@skipwaisner5808 Ай бұрын
BTW, what model of monitor is that behind you?
@juddkennedy
@juddkennedy Ай бұрын
Totaly doable with no children, and doable with a working remote or retired income. And doable with a partner who is up for the same adventure.
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