Retire in Mexico, $29,000 New home Chapala Mexico

[@RexPonder-y6b]

Mexico is very expensive now and the new government is very scary now be careful things are changing in Mexico it's not safe right now

[@edmurchison8517]

A bit misleading. No perspective on how far out this is, how much all of the “extras” would add and no indication of land costs price range. Your method of scouting out property to purchase should only be done by someone very knowledgeable of the area and by someone fluent in Spanish. Even still, one would require professional assistance from a realtor and/or lawyer…that were well vetted.

[@jimmiller1686]

we lived in that area for 10 years. watch out for squatters, bad water, electricity outages, crime, backed-up sewage, beggars, thieves,etc. We know one lady in Ajijic who had a cleaning lady for 7 years. one day the woman showed up at the door with her "brother". Our friend let them in, the "brother" drew a gun,and they cleaned out friend out. Mexico is a minefield, especially for naive gringos.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

It’s important to understand the local market and be able to navigate the process in Spanish.

[@rightright6582]

My take: 1-these r the prices that we used to have back in the 60s in the US. 2-u can get a 5th generation family Maestro of Obra ( Stonemason with crew) for $5, five, a SF. One only has to buy all the material (get a legal kickback to yourself of 10%) -some of my expats friends have asked Stonemasons to build cardboard boxes ala US, the Bricklayer will ask them “why?” -what went wrong in the US building cardboard boxes for $250/sf?

[@ArzeliaFelix]

It is beautiful , but kidnapping is too high for the North Americans. In Jalisco . Be careful!😧🫢😲

[@raymondknight2281]

Wow, I have never seen a video like this before, thank you for sharing all of this valuable information Jerry and Lori!!!

[@JerryBrownTravels]

Glad you liked it! We’re always trying to share helpful information.

[@laurastewart3486]

If you could provide info on surrounding community, including how far are you from water recreation, & what business's are nearby, etc. Ty

[@dennishassler605]

Thank you JERRY for these perspectives. The ideas could apply to anywhere in Mexico, of course, so nice to have these new perspectives and creative thinking. I like the way they build out of cement and rebar, so no need for house insurance - they say very few insure their homes given they cannot burn down. Of course, remodeling a cement home isn't easy, but it can be done.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

You’re right, it’s great to have this creative thinking!

[@virginiastanley8178]

Dont pay up ftont. Was there yesterday. Ate at a decent place on the highway. Not far from Chapala the city where everything is. You want to know if yhey have municipal sewage,and water.It isnt drinkable .You buy that.

[@Globetrotter5198]

Great video

[@JerryBrownTravels]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@frankjay5557]

Jerry, please stay in the expat area, we don't need gentrification to start in these humble areas. Because most likely someone greedy will flip these houses and market them to outsiders.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

We’re looking for a more rural, affordable area. I hope you’ll understand our perspective.

[@dennishassler605]

Even in the middle of a popular resort town, you may occasionally see an abandoned building. I remember one in P.V. that puzzeled me.

[@virginiastanley8178]

According to town officials,259 abandoned houses are inPV Centro.

[@MrSafetyForever]

Great unconventional way of acquiring property! Wishing you both the very Best in the New Year! Take Care

[@JerryBrownTravels]

Thanks so much, we wish you the very best in the New Year too!

[@val1367maria]

Very Hanson Ramiro.

[@eze289]

St Nick🎉🎉

[@maryjoan4128]

Great advice however I suspect that you need a really reputable contractor and lawyer

[@JerryBrownTravels]

yes absolutely you need a reliable and honest contractor and of course you always want to get a lawyer to make sure that you can get a deed on that property

[@felipegarcia5503]

What would be the total price for finish house like the one on this videos thank you for your video

[@JerryBrownTravels]

about $180,000 & up

[@JerryBrownTravels]

About $180,000 & UP

[@justd4377]

Do you have any idea what the rent would be for a unit like this? It's very basic housing and would be fine for me. I want to be able to spend time doing things and exploring Mexico, not sitting in some american style condo.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

this particular type of home is going to be in a very rural area. It won’t be a lot of expense living around so you’ll be living in a Mexican community, which is good. You’d be probably paying for a rent like this home and if it was furnished with Wi-Fi you’re looking at probably about $450 and up depend on the furnishings and the upgrades. like I seen the video you would need to scout this out on your own a rental office

[@Steelerjeff]

What about medical services?

[@JerryBrownTravels]

you can get Private medical insurance so you can enroll in Mexico medical care.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

you can get private medical insurance or so you can enroll in Mexico insurance programs

[@kimmfay5644]

Love this perspective, since prices are soaring

[@JerryBrownTravels]

Yes, prices are going up in Mexico but you can still find great deals.

[@catmom5036]

Jerry the people in that area don’t want what happened in Ajijic there, sky rocketing cost for housing and groceries. Also, getting to build for $20 some dollars a sq ft depends on if you can find a reputable builder that isn’t going to swindle you.

[@davehayden1282]

I've been to St Nicholas. Very rough by US standards. I would be surprised if there are expats living there. It could work for some.

[@Mexicobeanpole]

There are probably at least 20 US/Canadian immigrants in San Nicolas de Ibarra. Maybe more. We love it here. It’s quiet and we’re surrounded by horses, cows and goats. Locals are extremely friendly. Most everyone is related in San Nicolas, everyone knows everyone.

[@davehayden1282]

​@@Mexicobeanpole is it possible to find a rental there? It's close to Chapala but otherwise reminded me of a small rural town.

[@JerryBrownTravels]

St. Nicholas is a bit rough around the edges, but some people find that charming.

[@WillowBern]

I have a friend living there!

[@TimeToTravel-u2x]

Lol...bet those are in great neighborhoods

[@yuanshuan7099]

❤

[@geneconroy7795]

Hey Jerry, I'm sure for a new home at 1,500 square feet (with all up grades, I can be looking at about $135K - $150K, and of course, that would be including land... sound about right?

[@JerryBrownTravels]

I agree with you he would still need to be in this area or this type of an area that’s in a rural area outside of the next pet community

[@deehowlbeads178]

Probably more with ALL upgrades. We know someone who did in close to there for $220000, finished. Plus know someone close to there that had a bad contractor/builder who ended up spending way more with all the fixes required.

[@LosBabyBoomers]

Yes, I’d prefer that too, your discovery of Chacala shocked me!!!!

[@angelinasodi945]

Jerry, what is so amazing and unacceptable to me is that after all these years of you living in Mexico; you still cannot speak Spanish. Do you even try?

[@KarenLedesma-w8i]

Why would you mislead your followers? That’s very cheesy😂

[@JerryBrownTravels]

just try to do what I say. Look around in rural areas where pets don’t live and these properties are not on a rental agency or a property real estate company you have to research it yourself. You have to do the hard work and you can get these deals you have to be creative and you have to be, able to find the right contractor.

[@jessicamelendez7531]

Noooooop more gringos please

[@kat-xi6nl]

Not true. Houses in mexico are not cheap and there is crime and drug cartels 😂