Retire Early in Mexico

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Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Mitch and J, who moved abroad from Nebraska to El Centenario, Mexico, to enjoy a more relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle. Learn how they downsized, dealt with family dynamics, overcame personal obstacles, and ultimately built a new life in Mexico.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro & What We'll Cover
0:46 - Meet Mitch and J
1:12 - Pre-Retirement Background
2:02 - J's Journey to Remote Work
2:13 - Mitch's Background in Marketing and Retail
3:35 - Family Health History Influences
5:18 - Announcing Early Retirement
7:19 - J's Family Dynamics
9:06 - Downsizing and Moving
11:08 - Renting in El Centenario
13:20 - Cost of Renting in Mexico
14:54 - Pets and Rentals
15:51 - Benefits of Retiring Early in Mexico
18:21 - Planning and Building a New Home in Villas de Oasis
21:25 - Tips for Retiring Early and Moving to Mexico
26:33 - Bonus: Comparing Different Rentals
28:45 - Conclusion & More Videos
Why Watch This Video?
Are you dreaming of an affordable, stress-free retirement? Mitch and J’s journey provides valuable insights into making the transition, from finding affordable housing to dealing with family and health issues. Whether you're contemplating early retirement or looking to move abroad, this video is packed with must-know tips and inspiration.
Key Takeaways:
*Affordable Living:* Learn about renting and building affordable homes in Mexico.
*Family & Health:* Hear how Mitch and J navigated family dynamics and health issues.
*Downsizing Tips:* Discover the benefits and challenges of decluttering.
*Quality of Life:* See how a healthier lifestyle and lower stress levels can improve your well-being.
*Making the Move:* Practical advice on planning your move and setting up in a new country.
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[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

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[@karav2879]

I completely relate to what Mitch and J described in this interview. Moving next month to Ajijic, I'm busy downsizing (selling everything that doesn't fit into four suitcases) and getting elder parent and other family members adjusted to the idea of my moving. I've found a very affordable, beautifully furnished place to rent with a huge terrace (view to die for), and will be living the life I've been imagining for so many years. I plan to take a vacation to La Paz next winter & hope to attend one of Brighton's cocktail events!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I look forward to meeting you next winter. Enjoy Ajijic. I may take Kat there at some point in the future, but this next trip is to San Miguel de Allende and nearby towns.

[@karav2879]

@ I love La Paz and may move there, or live there half the year, down the road.

[@blancalilia2787]

BTW The phrase selling everything that doesn't fit into four suitcases) It’s inspiring me now!!! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@romalisa2]

Good for you,,yay..Im working on it!

[@karav2879]

@@blancalilia2787 It's a very liberating feeling!

[@virginia2139]

Live it up. You are right a healthy life is not guaranteed.

[@LindaHill-ut6zl]

Another great video! I just turned 65 but my husband is a little younger so he will be retiring early. We have been planning for about 4 yrs and will making the leap early 2025. It feels scary, but all the videos help us feel much more confident. Thanks so much for sharing😊

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

You can do it!

[@thomasdreyer2464]

Brighton, I am grateful for you making all these videos. Thank you for sharing your kindness, creativity, and knowledge about moving to and living in Mexico.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

You are so welcome - I love sharing!

[@robertross8565]

Your guests on the channel look so happy. So glad they have found a great place to live.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks!

[@martinamedina5385]

So happy for you !

[@kat7544-t1h]

Great video! Our journey to Puerto Vallarta was not nearly as systematic (purchased condo when not looking for one and subsequently acquired a second one), but it worked out and has created a lifestyle that we wouldn't trade anything for.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Congrats on your great spur of the moment purchases!

[@elunico13]

I'm in my early 40s and I've been retired for over a year. C'mon down and be the youngest retiree in town. Just be sure to enjoy it and don't try to change it, not even in your own neighborhood.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Congratulations!

[@mitchtruka298]

Agree, enjoy the new adventure of the community you live in. We have loved experiences a different culture and the people.

[@romalisa2]

I am 65..just turned. Bucketlisting long term stays Thanks for the video!

[@dianaj3139]

Amazing couple with a story that resonates... Seize the DAY!! When they started giving the ages of people in their family and friend circle that had already passed away in their 50's and 60's it really reminded me of my own story of losing my sisters and other family and friends "early" . Today is the best day to get out and do what it is that you really want to do... ENJOY life, and don't spend too much time sweating the small stuff. THANK YOU Brighton... you really do Shine!!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for sharing Diana!

[@dottyfreeman5473]

Older but really want to be here. Great info!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

It's never too late (until it's too late.)

[@ZuyinLuy]

Welcome to Mexico 🫶

[@cindyk3076]

Nice interview! How lucky that they are able to move there before they retire. Good luck to them on the house build, I hope they love it.

[@LaPawsBound]

Really enjoyed this video. Hubby and I are looking to move to La Paz at the end of next year. We have appointments with the consulate in Orlando in about 3 weeks.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Congrats on your upcoming move!

[@LaPawsBound]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexicothank you Brighton. Looking forward to meeting you and your wife when we move there.

[@hiruu]

Grats to them on making such a big move and hope things work out well!

[@FrontlineNewsToday]

I may have missed it - how much does their new home cost?

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

About $125k USD

[@stevenmiller1031]

Thank you for sharing.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

My pleasure Steven

[@OldSchoolPrepper]

another fun video. we leave for El Pescadero next week, Wed....lots of snow down i5 but we'll be good. See you around!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I saw I-5 was closed last week. All the more reason to get here early again next year. Drive safe!

[@janicemunn]

Great interview.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Janice!

[@davebaker489]

One of your best , most informative vids so far. A L L very important info. Thanks Mr B. P n D

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Pam and Dave!

[@katwest6505]

What a super nice couple! Love their sense of adventure.

[@MadeNCda]

Good morning, Brighton. Thank you for this video and for introducing us to Mitch & J - a lovely and relatable couple. I wish them much happiness and contentment in their retirement 😊 I just returned from 11 days in Yucatan, and miss it terribly. Nevertheless, it makes me more focused on putting a plan in place so I can return. I feel healthier, calmer and more at peace in Mexico. Feel blessed to have Mexican friends who feel like family. ❤ Have a great day!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

It's good to hear you're feeling so positive about Mexico! I'm excited to check out the Yucatan this spring. It's been 25 years since I've been there.

[@MadeNCda]

@AlmostRetiredinMexico Def spend a few days in Merida, and smaller towns like Mani, Valladolid, and those around it like El Cuyo up along the coast, even Rio Lagartos. There is so much to do in the Yucatan.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@MadeNCda Thanks!

[@doughalldorson8663]

Amazing video ,good for them we may join you all one day 😄🌴

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I hope to see you soon.

[@dasalvi1]

Great video with good info. Not sure if i missed it but how much is there new home going to cost?

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I'm not sure I asked that. But based on what I know about the development, it should be around $200-250,000.

[@celestetibbs3100]

Brighton, I’m coming to La Paz on Feb. 10 to get my temp. residency card. I’ll stay a month - I want to check out places to live, hospitals, a church home, places to grocery shop, etc. If all goes well, I’ll be there full-time starting June 1. What is the name of the development where this couple rents in El Centenario? It looks like a place I’d like to live. Blanca Corral will be my facilitator.

[@mitchtruka298]

It’s Villa Del Oasis. Good luck

[@celestetibbs3100]

@ Thank you!

[@kisoonlee9933]

I'm so happy for you that you have the wonderful neighbors! I envy you.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

These aren't my only wonderful neighbors - many more where these came from ;-)

[@vanessao859]

Can you please share the name of the subdivision? Couldn't quite make out the name of it in the video.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

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[@FreeToBe_Me]

Brighton, have you discussed who takes care of your mail and.or watches your Portland home while you’re in Mexico? If not, I’d love information about that.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Mail gets forwarded to TravelingMailbox.com, gets scanned and we read it online. We rent out our home in Portland when we are in Mexico. So we make money by leaving Portland for the winter ;-)

[@davidsebastianelli1326]

Hola! I use Traveling Mailbox. They are a good inexpensive way to handle your mail. Buena suerte!

[@orlymarq6238]

May I ask you, do you use a home Management professional? If so, Is it worth it? Thanks

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@@orlymarq6238 We have a caretaker - he's a local painter who lives with his parents just up the street. So he moves in while we aren't here. We pay him about $120 a month to stay here (good for security) and check on things like plumbing, irrigation, etc. I think it's worth it for our situation. We are in an area without a lot of neighbors. If I was living in a small community (gated or not) then I might not have someone on site. But just this week our cistern check valve broken and our cistern was overflowing. Having someone on site would notice that within a day. With no one there, it could flow for months.

[@orlymarq6238]

@ , Awesome . Thanks for sharing.

[@MariaGarcía-y3j6n]

Hello, Happy New Year! I just moved to Mexico City and I am looking for the best way to exchange dollars any suggestions. Thank you

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

ATM machines are a great way for getting pesos from your US bank account. Just decline the exchange rate they offer and it will be your bank who chooses the exchange rate (which is almost always better than what the ATM owner offers. Enjoy CDMX!

[@mitchtruka298]

I would look at a Wise account. Allows you to convert dollars to peso’s and you can use it for all your transactions or ATM

[@kims1912]

I may sell my place in SoCal this spring and move somewhere cheap in AZ while waiting to get an appointment at consulate here in USA and have the 78k in my bank account for one year prior to applying. Their requirements really are ridiculous now.

[@kellyname5733]

Fabulous interview! I especially loved the honesty they spoke of in the area of age. All the family members that passed and didn't have a chance to be retired. They still followed their dream even though they both have older sick family. I hear this all the time...I cant leave because I have an older, sick parent. It might sound cold but staying in the USA is going to kill many, many Americans. If they dont want to come with you then you have got to go, to preserve your own life. Poisonous, tainted food, air, water, hugely stressful life style and horribly high cost of poor medical care IS going to continue to kill thousands a year.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Yes - I agree. And their son helps with their parents. Sticking around in the US to care for parents could be a death sentence - your parent could easily outlive you. I say, "bring them to Mexico!"

[@mitchtruka298]

Yes, my mother is just like her mom and she made it to 99.

[@cpowell38]

I am 58 want to retire at 62. Have limited 401k and will rely on Social Security mainly. Basically very limited income. I don’t meet the income requirements. Not even close. What options does a person close to poverty have? I can’t afford to live in US and seems Mexico may be out of my reach as well. I’m feeling pretty hopeless. Are there any options?

[@BigTroubleD]

Philippines?

[@cpowell38]

@ too far from grandkids but thank you

[@GB57825]

Watch how she looks at him.