“I’m Living Well on My Social Security in Mexico & I Still Have Money Leftover Each Month!”

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

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[@gm-qn8ri]

I'm happy for this Lady .Glad it's working out for her.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

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[@9thhousearies830]

I'm a paid member, where can I start asking you questions and provide information for me? ​@@MoveAbroadandThrive

[@tammilynne]

Loved every minute of this. I am from Philly and used to live in Kensington 16 years ago. It was and still is HORRIBLE and DANGEROUS! I live in ChestnutHill now, on the advise of my Mom, been here for 15 years and it is EXPENSIVE! I am so over either high crime or high prices in the USA. Thank you for this information!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. There are definitely options right across the border :)

[@southerngrown]

You are not kidding! Rent in North Carolina is absolutely insane. What I can’t figure out is if minimum wage here is still $7.25 an hour, how do they expect people who make that to live in this state where you can’t even find a one bedroom for less than $800. It doesn’t make any sense!

[@southerngrown]

@belltowndaisy I’m sure it is, but it’s not that easy for everyone to pick and leave. People have family that they are close with. That doesn’t mean that rent shouldn’t be lower for some folks. We pay rent just fine. I’m just speaking for the people who make minimum wage.

[@PeaceforLisa]

@@southerngrown Back when I was a young woman in the 80’s, we all knew that minimum wage jobs were for high school and college students. Maybe married women who wanted a little part-time store job to work while her kids were in school. We all knew that we had to learn an in demand skill to make good money. Minimum wage is not meant to be a living wage. You learn a skill, you study law, medicine, computer science, learn plumbing, carpentry skills, nursing etc. There are still plenty of jobs that pay well. Folks just have to be disciplined and learn a skill. America isn’t good right now. But a lot of people want something for nothing too. Back in the day we worked full time, went to school at night, and maybe worked part-time on the weekends.

[@myway2653]

Good for you. I moved from Philly Chestnuthill/ MountAiry to Virginia and Virginia to Nevada. Thinking about Mexico for the cost of living is getting so high.

[@cwats2115]

Love this conversation.❤ Wow 400 for a one-bedroom including utilities that is unbelievable. Love it

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

❤❤❤

[@Ciudadana_Del_Mundo]

I live in Philly right now and am anticipating my escape date. She really was gentle when speaking about Kensington. Theres tons of videos on youtube showing Kensington, please look them up, but STILL, nothing can prepare you for it, you have to see it for yourself up close, to really get it, the severity of that place. Yes, its always been bad but it is the WORST its ever been, getting worse daily and still, people in North Philly and the area of K&A, friends of mine that live near there, will gasp in terror, grab their head and tell me with so much fear in their voice that I need to be careful when I visit Mexico cuz its dangerous. Meanwhile they can’t sit in their own living room for fear of shots randomly flying thru the window or go outside without seeing syringes on their front stoop…🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️Americans need to wake up. This lady was awesome hope she gets back to MX soon with her permanent residency! All the best to her!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks for sharing the added details. I've seen videos about that city ... It's downright scary!

[@Ciudadana_Del_Mundo]

Omg thats a good point, everything about living anywhere in Philly is expensive but Kensington is EXPENSIVE. 200,000and 500,000 to buy or 1500-1800.00 to rent 3 br box of a row home with no front/back yard and where u cant sit outside day or night for gunshots, junkies, drug dealers, fear of getting robbed and/or piles of trashbags thrown everywhere…with ALL THE MONEY that comes into this city, a disgrace

[@fdm2155]

There are other areas ravaged by meth and other drug use in communities around the US. Many of them rural and poor. It's crazy to see these areas essentially abandoned by authorities. Unless/until gentrification comes...

[@Ciudadana_Del_Mundo]

@@fdm2155 yes so true, seems like the only way to get a neighborhood to change is to make money from it...make prices for living skyrocket...and hide/ignore people who've been there all along and may need help...

[@rose4u111]

Great conversation, Cartess. Blessings to your guest for peace and prosperity in her new home.🙋🏾‍♀️

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

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[@Tvrz]

I just got a cheeseburger and onion rings, Puyallup Washington 30 dollars... I'm thinking of Learning that Español

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow!!!

[@sesomnoslen5729]

They have a Dick's in Puyallup now? 😆

[@donmiguel3790]

Make your own cheese burger 🍔 for 10; 3 to 5 in Mexico on the street or less if you make it at home. Move to Mexico, then learn Spanish as you go. Quit waiting, just do it!

[@donmiguel3790]

@belltowndaisy I did for a few years a decade ago. I'm currently living in a Texas / Mexico border city. We have plans to relocate to Merida in a month or two, once our home goes on the market and sells. It won't take long to sell, given the state of the market. Why do you ask?

[@donmiguel3790]

@belltowndaisy Ahh, understood. Yeup, living in Mexico and now in a border city, one gets a feel for what items are inexpensive, and in what country. I also lived just over 10 years in Europe while in the military. I liked it there too! Good people are everywhere, once you learn their customs and enough of their language. They appreciate it.

[@missalphaomegagod-2u]

I’m so very happy for you and excited for me! I’m setting my plan in motion right now. I have a few more years before my two youngest are finished with college and it’s on! 🙌🏾

[@shawniehoward]

I enjoyed this episode. She seems very relaxed and happy about her stay.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

She is very relaxed 🥰🥰🥰

[@nabeelahicious777]

Definitely noticed as well very encouraging 🌟

[@cindyk3076]

I'm so happy for Cass! She loves living in Merida, has new friends, is way less stressed, and plans to make her move to MX permanent!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Siii

[@ChocolateAristocrat]

Born and raised in Seattle and later moved to Philadelphia (loved it) just recently returned from Playa Del Carmen Mexico 🇲🇽 definitely going to make the move!! Love your channel 💕

[@portland260]

Great interview the more I watch these talks the closer I get to coming to Merida and I’m making moves to make that happen.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

You'll be here sooner than u think :)

[@sesomnoslen5729]

Do you love 🥵 and humidity? If so, pass on Merida.

[@sesomnoslen5729]

Yes, Zapopan@belltowndaisy

[@LS-id5hc]

You need to do a reunion for all the people you have helped moved to Merida. So they can make connection and have friends to get out and do stuff together.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

That is on the list

[@LS-id5hc]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive you are the man who can 😉

[@LVNCSR]

Merida is too far away from the beach😯 My goal is Mazatlan!

[@thomasfee5375]

BEEN IN MEXICO FOR 22 YEARS ,TRUCK DRIVER CAINT GO BACK TO US TO LIVE

[@cassie101]

Why not?

[@sweetiediana3944]

Yeah why not?

[@crazyworld2570]

​@cassie101 If you have to ask you wouldn't understand.

[@lenorawilson2326]

I'm just working on getting the income, because as soon as I have the income I'm on my way. 🥰

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

You got this!

[@lenorawilson2326]

@belltowndaisy Yes I really want to, I'm bringing my mom she has dementia. I stop working to care for her full-time. So I've been without an income for a year now and saving is gone. My mother has enough to meet the requirements for a temporary residency. I just need to get enough income to qualify. So that's what I'm working on, looking for work that will allows me to work wherever I want because you never know when I may have to assist my mom. But I am determined so I will find a way 😄.

[@auntielu4394]

@@lenorawilson2326make sure you find a place that is close to hospitals with doctors that can treat your mother. Also research health insurance for her.

[@lenorawilson2326]

@belltowndaisy Yes, I can get paid to care for her. I live in Baltimore Maryland and it takes two years on a waiting list. Crazy I know, I'm talking with family in California to see if we can stay with them they will pay for care without a wait list. I'm working on it everyday. Thank you 😊

[@gretacobb5582]

@belltowndaisy where are you in Baltimore, Md…I am on the east side by Morgan State. Let imagine differently and persist into our desire of living IN Mexico and what that would feel like. Let’s dream about it daily UNTIL harden fact. See yourself with Cartess traveling with you to your new apartment…..how you feel in the dream…don’t stop till you are IN Mexico physically but mentally everyday “ live in Mexico” you are already there in your mind. See you on the journey.

[@itzyzaza1806]

I am so happy I stumbled upon this video. I am also at that point in my life where I want adventure and the cool thing is, I can work from anywhere. Thank you for this video!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

You can do it!

[@nakkeya]

Love this for you. Me too❤

[@rosalynmitchell]

Hello I wish you guys would have showed some pictures

[@actionvj]

Great conversation. She has a great perspective on life. Get that MX residency. It’s worth it!! 👍🏾

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Definitely get that residency

[@ronicmwest]

Great convo. Just saw the last part of your video. As I paused your video when I made previous comment. Hopefully, she gets back real soon.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Gracias. Thank u for watching

[@tanyabrooks9154]

Another great and informative video. Thank you!!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DaveAndRoseTravels]

I love her! So down to earth! Such a beautiful and smart woman.

[@southerngrown]

How does your family like living in Mexico? I looked up where y’all are and am happy to learn that y’all are supposedly in one of the safest towns in Mexico! It’s certainly a very beautiful place. What would you say you missed most about the states? Thanks for letting us live vicariously through your videos. It definitely makes me want to visit seeing how well you are doing here. ❤

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Hi .... We are loving life here in Mexico. It just continues to get better as the months and years go by (been here 2 years now). Kids are loving it (my youngest daughter had 2 of her local friends spend the night last night and my wife just took them out to a Korean restaurant to eat). Looks like they'll be over another night, lol... Kids are adapting very well. Not so much stress to work and keep ahead like it was in the States. So many things to do and activities to participate and join in and it's all very affordable. You just can't beat the quality of life. It's not so much about the stuff you can get for less, but it's about the overall quality of life one can have living in a place like Mexico. It's awesome. My only regret is not doing this 15-years ago.

[@southerngrown]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive that really is amazing and I can imagine how the stress of the states, in its current state, can make anyone run for the hills. I’ve definitely thought about it myself for sure. Thank you for responding. If you never have before, you should get into sales bc you’re definitely selling us all on Mexico! Good luck to you & your lovely family. I’ll definitely be joining y’all on your journey by watching along! ☺️

[@southerngrown]

@belltowndaisyI’m glad you are enjoying it! I will visit one day, but logically speaking for myself and my family we just can’t leave. Our parents are at the age they need us around. One day when we aren’t needed as much, we will be able to move anywhere we want. But I am very happy here at the beach in NC so can’t say I’m not already where I want to be. 😊

[@donmiguel3790]

@@southerngrown Consider taking the whole gang to visit Merida. It's just directly south of New Orleans. Maybe your parents would like the temporary change of scenery.

[@deekarter8792]

I will be visiting ur thrive website. I looking to relocate next year 😊

[@dwalker6868]

Good luck on getting your residency. Thank you.

[@geodiromero1826]

Welcome to Mexico!!!!!!!!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

🥰🥰🥰

[@Gracetochange]

I went to Columbia this year, the people were very nice and helpful even though we spoke by Google translate. I understand what she is saying. I was surprised when I came back to US and people were so unfriendly.🎉🎉🎉

[@donnyeastokes361]

wishing her the best

[@bessienash583]

Omg, I’m so happy for you, my friend.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

❤️❤️❤️

[@nakkeya]

Business owner to business owner... You shouldn't have to pay attorneys and other professionals to speak on your channel. They should sponsor the video or they should do it free for the advertisement they are getting.

[@torrielee3041]

Omg MS. CASS 💕❤️ !! It’s Torrie😭 this is so cool!!!

[@sesomnoslen5729]

I know her sentiments. I can walk to everything I need or want within my neighborhood in Zapopan (GDL). Love it!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

❤️❤️❤️

[@journeytothemosthigh5021]

Wow! I used to live there! I’ve never seen anyone else mention Zapopan. I love Guadalajara!

[@joaniedaniel9889]

I enjoy you videos they are informative and positive. I love How you encourage people to step out and live 😊

[@pamelawilliams2739]

Would your mind giving us a tour of your home

[@richardhowe5583]

Thanks.. really enjoyed that lady.. I am headed to the Philippines in November or December but if I was not I would be heading for Merida.. I would like to be that lady's bar buddy for sure🥂.. she has a wonderful laid-back attitude that is relaxing to be around.. you all have a nice group of people down there.. hello from south Louisiana🐊🐊🦞🦞🫕🫕🎸💃🕺🍺🍻😎🤗

[@55alive8]

This is awesome Cass.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

thanks for watching

[@gretacobb5582]

I am coming in March….. I will contact you in December as soon as SSI arrives…Almost all of my things are gone. Only interested in bringing my 1 suitcase.. I goal is 2024

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I love it!! Come on through!!!

[@auntielu4394]

Make sure you can keep your SSI if you move abroad.

[@gretacobb5582]

@auntielu4394 you know I have already examined , investigated and even received documentation on which countries ,I can travel and live in with SSI …I won’t jeopardize it. There is Always a way and plan, but I will be in Mexico,that is all I see and will work towards it! 🥰

[@dianacook6337]

You keep your SS. You can have direct deposit in your USA bank and draw out what you need via ATM in Mx or wire to a bank in MX your needed funds. Many ways to make it work safely.

[@auntielu4394]

@@dianacook6337 correct for SSD, with SSI there may be restrictions from what I’ve read. I’m just saying double check based on which type of SS you’re receiving.

[@LVNCSR]

Really enjoyed this video! GOALS!!!

[@Calipeixegato]

Man, if you want a 2BR/1BA apartment that is about 1,000 sq. ft. in Berkeley, CA, you're gonna pay $2,800 - $3,300 per month PLUS UTILITIES! No chance of retiring here!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow. That is insane.

[@nakkeya]

I've found my people❤

[@sharonaremu3640]

I would love to hang out with her. I am here in Merida in Gran Santa Fe.

[@ExpatEvolution]

I felt the same way when I was living in Merida , at ease 😊

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

😊😊😊

[@nomorealarmclocks]

Where’d you go to now

[@OldEarthWisdom]

I was a vanlife nomad too before I moved to Mexico. Love it here too.

[@beejonesy6654]

Great video! I would love to spend 3 mos/yr in Mexico.

[@dianelevario6943]

I’m so happy for you!! I can’t wait until that’s me.

[@angelapriddy6308]

Hi. I'm new to this channel. Not sure where you're located. I love her story Thank you

[@praytraveleat210]

Great interview!

[@azul4021]

I’m so happy for her and hear my country is giving you that opportunity to live better and have a new experience You need to go to cenote is beautiful I went Chukum so beautiful only $150 pesos all day

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Cenotes are soo beautiful

[@myway2653]

I’m about to call him too.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

🙏🙏🙏

[@lindajordan7481]

Oakland CA, Unsafe and expensive on social security. Enjoy your content. It's between Puerta Viarta and Merida, but haven't been to Mexico. Hoping to come in April to one of these 2 cities! ❤

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Definitely visit both

[@joanrichards8252]

Lady you are speaking the truth, I know Kensington Ave very well, and I can say it's horrible, and don't forget Detroit, Oregon, LA NY, Miami, every state in America is worse than Mexico. I love Mexico I will be moving there very soon. Ok family, thanks for the video, Have a blessed weekend.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow

[@nabeelahicious777]

Merida in particular is the safest city in all of Mexico and any state in USA. I’m from Merida I live in Oregon in the suburbs but Merida felt better.

[@nabeelahicious777]

@@user-kq6mt7sq6w Do you know how to read 🤔 She mentioned certain states being bad she didn’t say America as a whole country is bad. I live in Lake Oswego, Oregon 10 min drive to Portland downtown and where I live it’s clean, beautiful, little to no crime. In fact, I can leave my Amazon packages outside for days and no one takes anything lolll Also, I’m from Merida I have a luxury apartment in the North Side it’s also in a beautiful private community. I feel safer in Merida than in Oregon. But I’m happy having a home in both places 🙃

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

⁠@@user-kq6mt7sq6w Moving or living in another country doesn’t mean one loses their citizenship. Millions of US citizens live abroad in other countries for various reasons. For example, many just can’t afford to live a comfortable life and have some dignity in the US on their retirement income. So living elsewhere where their money goes further is a real opportunity for them.

[@joanrichards8252]

@@user-kq6mt7sq6w I am a child of God so therefore I can live anywhere I choose to live, I am not bounded by America I have choices and you don’t have to worry about me calling you for help, because my help comes from God. My God shall supply all my needs according to His riches and glory through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. I guess the truth offended you, Oh well, sorry about that.

[@MyTimeInChrist]

Hello sir. Just found your channel. Great information. Love the channel.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks and welcome

[@SewbyPamela]

Quality of Life🥰🥰

[@OldLadyInFL]

Merida sounds so wonderful. I'm working on getting the money to move to Mexico, but it's hard when I have to pay so much for rent and utilities. I've started selling and giving away everything I own. I'm determined that next year, I'll be in Mexico.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Keep working your plan and it'll work out.

[@eduardoocon4954]

Merida has some of the most contempt people in the world! Hard working but family oriented. Merida is having a metamorphosis with companies investing in that area. Meridians are wonderful humans. Enjoy it there!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Great point!

[@deedeew4040]

I do not know if I like your channel, you are persuading all of the exceptional citizens of the United State to move to Merida. I am kidding you. This woman you are interviewing is so happy living in Merida. You need to have a show for all the people who moved to Merida because of you. Exceptional show. I live near Prescott, AZ and the rents have doubled here over the last four years and rentals are hard to come by. A one bedroom apartment is $1200 a month plus utilities. I could not live in Merida, too hot and humid for me. I envy all of you that can tolerate the heat and humidity. Thank you so much for all you do for people.

[@angelaoliver7776]

Unfortunately SS of $1800 USD per month isn't enough to qualify for temporary residency visa requirements anymore.

[@auntielu4394]

If you are able to, see if you can find a job online or remotely to supplement your SS to meet the visa income requirements.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

True. But rules are constantly changing. If you have a big chunk of cash sitting in savings/ira, you may can qualify that way.

[@peggyclark2481]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive that is what me and my husband did, glad we were able to do so

[@donmiguel3790]

Check with some of the Mexico relocation attorneys. One reported if you own a U.S. home, that will also help you qualify.

[@joeyboy2013]

It's definitely more expensive in L.A ..$2,000 for a studio

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow!!!

[@dianacook6337]

We could rent our house out for 3,400.00-3,600.00 a month here in Southern California but I’m so afraid of what might happen to our house. It is in the back of mind because it would pay our mortgage plus a rental for us in MX. What holds me back is I want to buy a house in Merida and make it our own. And have no mortgage.

[@imagineme6406]

​@@dianacook6337There's nothing to fear but fear it's self. Theodore Rosevelt

[@MultiJoe111]

I followed her on KZbin!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

:)

[@leticiaarroyo9186]

I’m disabled and have ssi, I hope my family can experience life there.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

There is a way. It will require some creative thinking, goal setting and planning, but it can happen.

[@jim7584]

Be careful when you’re on SSI. If you are out of the country for 30 consecutive days or more you can lose your SSI. You can confirm this by just googling the topic. The answer comes from the SSA website.

[@vickistirkey857]

Great video, I am so happy it is working out for you, Cass. I had to laugh when you were talking about the laundry service. I have been vacationing in Puerto Morelos for many years and when I first got my laundry done it was like a miracle. You take a pile of dirty clothes and get back a nice warm package. And for very little money. Cartess, watching your videos is very enjoyable for me, I have to come visit, I think it is 4 hrs away from Puerto Morelos on the bus, although I think I need to be closer to the beach.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thank u for watching :)

[@MarthaBurrell-q3l]

I'm interested in knowing more about living a better life on SSDI

[@MyTimeInChrist]

Me too. Interesting.

[@pamaladalrymple9748]

Me too.

[@tammyonyeke9233]

Im headed there on SSDI 1600 a month. It’s quite easy. I’ve visited 35 days.

[@pamaladalrymple9748]

Is Internet or something like DirectTV availability??? Where is nearest airport??

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Yes. High speed internet (fiber optics) for 1/2 the price u pay in the States. Closest airport bout 30 minutes away. Airport code: MID

[@lmpreston1]

Glad she found somewhere that she loves and that is affordable. I have gone to Mexico many times. I do know there is crime everywhere and not reported the same from country to county. Just be aware of your surroundings. Be adventurous and try new places.

[@christaprice5393]

what about healthcare there?

[@annthomas5061]

I love this!

[@kimbarnes2681]

This is wonderful. I'm receiving Social Security Retirement and would like to know if her Medicare part A & B will cover her there in Mexico? I'm very interested in getting additional information. Thank you for this discussion.

[@mskaiser33]

If you have serious illness stay in America. However, you can travel back home to get physical and medications. Medicare does not work overseas.

[@pobertubbesing]

very inspiring

[@anitahall3340]

Well it is places in the USA you could live comfortable like Iowa, or Milwaukee it cold but you live good. And have money left over.

[@NovaSevenOneEight]

What a about the taxes ? From a single person, i have concerns on moving abroad, saving and living modestly, getting hit at the end of the year with taxes from the U.S

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

There's no special tax fir Americans living abroad 😂 all you have to do is Google this information or ask a tax preparer CPA. Catastrophic thinking

[@NovaSevenOneEight]

@pearlperlitavenegas2023 a relative of mine, had to pay social security taxes. She lived in the U.S. at one point of her life, moved to Trinidad, collected ss and pension, and had to pay taxes at the end of the year. Where did you get your information from?

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

@@NovaSevenOneEight She didn't pay taxes because she lived in Trinidad she paid taxes because of 🇺🇸 her income & tax code reasons (I'm not her CPA). Leaving the 🇺🇸 doesn't = you don't pay 🇺🇸 taxes, that would be awesome!!!However there's no special tax for🇺🇸 living abroad justbecause. US Citizens have to report worldwide income & file 🇺🇸taxes regardless of where they live, they might owe taxes or not depends on their income

[@peggy9548]

That is so great, and so refreshing to hear that. This lady is enjoying enjoying her retirement. Those are you can get on that float get to mexico And enjoy your retirement financial free period Those of you that feel this is for everyone, it's not because you can't move your entire family to Mexico. There's no jobs for non-hispanic people, so your children, your grandchildren, your niece's nephew's aunt and Uncle's a whom ever you're involved within the states. They won't be able to make a living there. Hard check comes every month as long as she's Breathing. I've had friends talk with me About relocating good at wishing the best. But don't rely on people and other family members. To assist your children, your grandchildren. Your aunt, your Uncle, your parents. Why? You laid up the Mexico period.

[@helenahandbasket3016]

I live in TN and you can't rent anything at all in my area for less than 1000.00 and you'd be lucky if that included water. It definitely wouldn't include anything else. I own my home, well me and the bank own ot, lol, but it's almost paid off. I'm hopeful I could sell it and use those funds to buy something there. I know I'd have to rent something at first though and since money is a big motivator for me 400.0p all inclusive sounds great to me. Another motivator is the weather. Last year Canada got drunk and sent their weather down here. We had temperatures of 0 and less Fahrenheit. Then the electricity went out and stayed out for 3 days. It was awful. The roads were covered in ice so I couldn't go anywhere. My husband (RIP) had a generator but I have no clue how to operate it and no one could come help me so me and my 2 dogs put on layers of clothes and I did the best I could to keep us huddled and coveted up in the bed. I'm use to high Temps with high humidity, but I'll never get used to Canadian weather in TN with no electricity .

[@kieron35]

$2,000 a month here in Oakland will maybe get you a studio apartment…maybe.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

wow

[@cynthiareese2425]

I really enjoy your videos although Merida is just too hot year round for me to consider. I wish there was someone like you for every city and country I'm interested in. I think I'll just tourist hop for awhile or perpetually. I'm currently retired and living in my 5rh wheel to make ends meet Like your guest I would enjoy being able to afford eating out and going to the salon. Best wishes.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Tourist hopping can be fun too..

[@cyvonn]

$400 utilities included? Yes please!

[@lynnrussell1641]

Because she went into Mexico prior to 2022, she got in on regularization without high income requirements that are in place now.She would have to show a monthly income of $3200 a mo.

[@theshugashackpodcast2457]

Cartress, do you do phone consultations. I need to speak with you ASAP Re moving my mother there. Thank you

[@lolasvow3732]

Is there a video on renting short term… 2 months

[@lolasvow3732]

@belltowndaisy thank you

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Airbnb would be your best option for short term rentals.

[@lolasvow3732]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive thank you

[@myway2653]

Question….why are the immigrants coming from Mexico to America to live and people from the states moving to Mexico?

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

immigrants coming to US are coming to earn more money (the US dollar gets them some much more in Mexico), which is why US citizens are moving into Mexico because they have US dollars and can get soooo much more with their money than they ever would in the States. And in most cases, have a better quality of life here in Mexico than u did in the States. You'd have to come see it to really understand the big picture. Last estimates showed 25,000 Americans moving into Mexico each MONTH.

[@fredericksmith3105]

WAS A TRUCK DRIVER FOR 23 YEARS

[@pipes1083]

Are there places for vegan, organic raw food seniors?😊

[@MsStellaAnn]

Hi Cass it’s Estella! I’m so happy for you. I was in Merida in May for to weeks.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

🙏🙏🙏

[@meribefree]

Did she drive over? From where to where?

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

She flew in... I believe from Arizona if I recall

[@GodsChild1159]

Please AA visit the Africa. It has opportunities for blacks too and you won’t have to worry about racism like in the US. God bless this lovely lady. So happy for her finding happiness there.

[@suwaneerichardson9742]

How safe would it be for an older woman?

[@All_forthelove]

I’d love to have you at my home to visit. I watch you so much and now Im here. I live in Las Américas in a 7 bedroom house with a pool and two full kitchens. I Can provide a different view of Merida as I don’t love it but I’m getting used to it. My daughter goes to a beautiful private school with Olympic size swimming pools, tennis etc. if you’re interested please feel free to hit me up. Didn’t know how to contact you so I just wrote a post here.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Shoot me an e-mail: [e-mail]

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Did u say 7-bedroom house??

[@All_forthelove]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive lol yeah sir one bedroom and bathroom outside in the pool area where the second kitchen is and inside the main house is 2 bedrooms downstairs where the kitchen is and upstairs another 3 bedrooms and off of one of the bedrooms is one more bedroom but it doesn’t have AC so I don’t go in there hahah a whoole lotta house. My friend stays with me and my hubby but I honestly don’t see him much until he comes in the house to shower or use the fridge haha

[@getaway150]

Please stop speaking of the low prices!! this is giving them ideas to hike up the prices 😮

[@geraldinecollins821]

Wht would she do bcuz of her age and are there alone is my question

[@thelightabove9888]

When they say that a place is bad for American just know that they are not talking about black people

[@jewbee3044]

I’m paying $2900 a month for a 4 bedroom.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

😳

[@imagineme6406]

Lucky you, that's cheap compared to So Cal

[@catherineromero1862]

It would be super helpful to see what $400 rent gets you.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I'll be sharing some soon

[@auntielu4394]

I know that you can keep your SSD if you leave the states because it’s based on your work history, but for SSI make sure you check with your state’s social security office to confirm if you can keep receiving SSI if you move abroad with no home base or address in the states. ❤

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Great info. Thanks for sharing

[@EvralTatum-Mcfield-ov2mi]

As long as you it deposited in a u.s bank account, there's is no double checking from ssa, as long as it has being deposited into a US based banking institution!! @@MoveAbroadandThrive

[@atlbunnie]

I wasn't aware you could keep your disability... That's what I'm on and I thought it was only SS retirement

[@dec1slh]

​@@atlbunnieyou cannot, do your own research before believing info on social media

[@irenemassey6292]

Yes you can receive It anywhere you moved too

[@CathAlexandra]

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[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

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[@JohnnieV]

Wow. Didn’t think you were that old.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

:)

[@AnuTheMostHigh]

🎉🎉🎉

[@lili2u405]

I thought you had to live in the U.S. to qualify for Social Security benefits.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Straight from the SS website: "If you are a U.S. citizen, you may receive your Social Security payments outside the U.S. as long as you are eligible for them." Here's the link: www.ssa.gov/international/countrylist1.htm

[@XcellsiorConsulting0305]

You are all over the place Cartess😂

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

😂😆😅

[@9thhousearies830]

Where is she living????

[@Agustin-jo8mv]

That echo sounds strong! I am surprised to hear the echo considering you have mics. :/ I know nothing of audio but hopefully you can figure that out. haha. :)

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

My baddd

[@Agustin-jo8mv]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive haha. You're good. I just had to mention it, I'm pretty sure you already know though. 😅 That echo reminds me of the time I was in jail overnight. 😬😂

[@Agustin-jo8mv]

Haha damn american police man. I may have committed a harmless traffic infraction but in mexico that shit was perfectly legal. hahhahaha. (im american born lol)@belltowndaisy

[@lili2u405]

I thought you had to live in the U.S. to qualify for Social Security.2 we

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Straight from the SS website: "If you are a U.S. citizen, you may receive your Social Security payments outside the U.S. as long as you are eligible for them." Here's the link: www.ssa.gov/international/countrylist1.htm

[@kimbarrett]

Is this true or fake

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Whichever you believe would be accurate