Why I Love Mexico

[@YiNkZZ]

As a Canadian, who claims Mexico as my country it's an amazing country. No joke! Mexicans are so open to everyone, and as a black man I never felt any issues in mexico. Such an amazing country and can't wait to move back!! Viva Mexico 🇲🇽🌮

[@weylandyutani3650]

I don’t know last time we let a lot of foreigners live in Mexico. they took Texas, California, New Mexico, Nevada from us. 😂

[@YiNkZZ]

don't worry nothing else will be taken! LOL @@weylandyutani3650

[@nomadcapitalist]

Thanks for sharing!

[@silentmajority8365]

Yet millions invading America then wave their trash flags here

[@jamescalifornia2964]

​@@weylandyutani3650❗️Now it's happening again ... 😮

[@mjspyt7777]

I moved to Mexico this year and I regret I didn't do it sooner. I feel 100% safer than I did in the US, the culture and the people are very friendly and welcoming, and I can create my own career here. The fresh fruits and vegetables are amazing, the weather is great, and it's more about family and relationships, not how many hours you're working. I discover so much here, about myself and my city. I can visit other cities pretty cheaply, eat amazing food and see amazing sites. Health care is affordable and top notch. I'm never moving back to the US.

[@lizbethartemis4886]

what city?

[@thedutchessofdrama6748]

I feel exactly the same way. Moved to Guadalajara a year ago and I feel relaxed and happy here.

[@jasonw9251]

Please share which city thanks

[@coreyh7323]

I envy you and am planning my escape as well. I just searched Tijauana but the housing prices are the same as Phoenix, so that's not going to work

[@mikemiller659]

hope you dont become a kidnap stat. stay safe

[@hugobadillo2799]

Mexican American here, both countries are great. Let’s keep working hard to make both countries better.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Let's make the world a better place for all. ❤️🙏

[@silentmajority8365]

Actually one created Microchips the other tortilla chips

[@Fogaata]

Amen to that! Let's be good neighbors if not friends!

[@One87even]

@@silentmajority8365soon those chips will also be made in Mexico for Elons Musk Tesla batteries for his shop in Nuevo León

[@djnv4702]

I love Mexicans both in the US and in Mexico. They’re very family oriented, friendly, and I love the culture-and food of course.

[@scottweier4285]

I have lived in Mexico for 13 years and would not even think of moving back to the US. Much more relaxed life here, and cost a lot less to live here.

[@nomadcapitalist]

Thanks for sharing!

[@LuisRodriguez-nm8os]

DEAR SCOTT,YOU ARE WELCOME,ENJOY MY COUNTRY WHILE I ENJOY YOURS,CHEERS FROM OAKLAND CA 😄👍🏻🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@germansherman7707]

dont leave us, we want more hard work people to improve this country together.

[@scottweier4285]

@@germansherman7707 it is moving in the right direction and not down like the US. Hope it continues.

[@mikeyrose4183]

@@scottweier4285 A wise Gringo told me once: "Go back to your country."

[@NE-gw5rz]

I've spent years living in South American countries and have only recently begun to spend time in Mexico. Among the things I really appreciate about Mexico is that, aside from being very open and genuinely friendly, Mexicans in general do not look at gringos as marks. In some countries further south you have to be very careful where that is concerned. It gets tiring. Mexico is a special place.

[@LuisRodriguez-nm8os]

BIENVENIDO 👍🏻🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@MEN101]

You must have never owned any property or cars in Mexico. The moment they see a foreigner who is European, they up their prices by 300-500%. No joke.

[@NE-gw5rz]

@@MEN101 Prove it.

[@MEN101]

@@NE-gw5rz I’ve lived in Mexico since October 2020, I’ve met my fair share of dodgy Mexs who rip you off based on your foreigner status.

[@Tepaneca]

@@MEN101well if it’s obvious your a foreigner with money ya. They’d do that to any race. Yts can blend in easier in Mexico tho because about 15-20% is white so they’re more likely to be thought of as locals

[@dariomendoza1518]

Thanks for promoting the Good .Positive Side of MEXICO!!

[@frenchnavy1]

10 years from now there will be people looking for Mexican citizenship like never before, the country is developing at an impressive speed and infrastructure is being built in every corner.

[@MarioR23]

México is going to be the Next China in the next 10 years

[@JmnZFilms]

​@AlexAM808 cartels won't bother us if we stick to ourselves

[@felipenunez2058]

​@@AlexAM808😂😂. The goverment is the cartel. Cartels don't affect anyone unless your part of that world. Have you been to the wrong neighborhoods in america. Some American city's aren't far behind in murder numbers as mexico.

[@Andy-pr5be]

but the President sucks, he is so useless hes destroying the country

[@Andy-pr5be]

@@JmnZFilms unless you are a beautiful girl, have a nice business, or truck they mess with anyone they want dude

[@vijaynilekani4753]

I am a retired American who lives part-time in the Lake Chapala area, and just love Mexico.❤

[@dariolinan3029]

Me and my wife just came back from a Chapala - Ajijic - Barra de navidad trip. I’m telling you Mexico is such a gem but I almost don’t want people to know so that they don’t ruin it. It’s such a wonderful little paradise down there. Unspoiled and beautiful.

[@gustavoperez5480]

​@@dariolinan3029gem for your wallet of course.

[@stephaniemontor1567]

Saw your post. I am looking at Lake Chapala to possibly move to. Are there areas there that are still affordable ie buying a house? 200,000 or a little higher to 300,000?

[@vijaynilekani4753]

@@stephaniemontor1567 yes, depending on the house, and location.

[@stephaniemontor1567]

@@vijaynilekani4753 V J do you have any areas that you recommend? I am not a city girl.

[@AlfredodelArenal]

As a Mexican who has lived in various countries and also a Canadian citizenship holder, there is no place like Mexico in terms of people’s warmth and service, like Andrew rightfully pointed out. Each State is its own “mini-country” of its own due to its vast heritage of different cultures and geographical landscapes. But the warmth and friendship is shared all across. Not to mention the food, it’s just staple wherever you go. And safety? Well, like any country you find issues but overall I feel now safer here in CDMX than in Vancouver... Never thought that would ever be possible but nowadays that’s how I see it.

[@AlfredodelArenal]

@lava12.23 Source?

[@hugh261]

​@@AlfredodelArenalFox?

[@AlfredodelArenal]

@@hugh261 personally, I lose trust on any MSM outlet long ago, and lately Fox once they kick Tucker out. Not saying Mexico is the panacea of safety, of course not. But MSM tend to amplify things for click bait.

[@KP99]

@@AlfredodelArenal I have considered moving there. If you're just a regular single guy minding your own business, what will you encounter? Any cartel crime or guys harassing you or trying to shake you down for money? Is it like gang violence in the US, where if you just stay out of the "bad areas" of town, then there is very little crime??

[@LG-zd1um]

​@lava12.23 They live in Chicago

[@spirit2600]

Mexico is Full of Culture, History and Beautiful People. Merry Christmas Andrew and All

[@charlesmartel3995]

I guess the millions of illegal aliens from Mexico didn't get the memo about how good Mexico is.

[@opticalmouse2]

@@charlesmartel3995 LOL :D

[@nomadcapitalist]

Merry Christmas to you too! ❤

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

And starting to get full of gentrifiers

[@cedricbeaum6032]

I moved from Ottawa to Mexico in August 2021. Amazing food, great weather, friendly people, top-notch private health care, quality service, low taxes and high ROI... Canada is not getting better anytime soon. Get out while you can and go where you're treated best

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

Not to mention it's much freer than Canada!

[@e.m.9415]

Not bad for a "developed", "third world country" and other favourite terms of endearment that half the world like to use on the other half

[@sobraxegamer714]

@@e.m.9415 Third World? third world are, venezuela, cuba, haiti, Mexico is from the 2nd world or even close to the first world

[@Heidi_137]

@@sobraxegamer714 Canada is more going toward 2nd world compare to MX, which is far superior. I lived in the USA, Canada and EU/UK/NL. I'd take MX over any of the places I've lived at if I had to choose only one.

[@eliecerliberman1231]

​@@MaryGwenDungangoes to México City, at La Condesa, is a real good place ✌🏼

[@gianniferrari1122]

Mexican food is superior to all Spanish food. As a Costa Rican, I love my countries food, but Mexico can't be beat. Not to mention, the Mexican people are wonderful and I always have great things to say about them. It doesn't matter the education of the person, but they are always friendly.

[@smoakpipe]

spanish food is horrible

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

💯✌🏼❤️

[@P71ScrewHead]

Thank you brother, Viva Costa Rica, VIVA MEXICO!! Have a Bolivian friend (Joel Perez retired pro boxer) who once told me, "all latinos love to eat Mexican food, even in Bolivia they like to cook Mexican food over their own"..lol Don't know how true that is but in many ways it's basic, yet unique..

[@xpmezaxpmeza7783]

Pura vida primo!!

[@oscarrimore]

Pura Vida! hermano Costarricense!

[@orangeniggalo4767]

I live in Tijuana Mexico and I cross the border every day for work life is much easier here you can accumulate a lot of wealth if you work in San Diego while living in Tijuana currently my rent is only $350 per month they just opened up a big high-rise in New City which only charges $490 a month and you get all of the amenities including a pool sauna steam room and gym. I highly recommend you get your passport and your global entry or century cards which helped you cross the border much quicker and move to Tijuana Mexico you can literally live a luxury life if you move over here while holding a job in San Diego

[@1queijocas]

Yeah but this only works for lucky few who are dual American-Mexican citizen and able to find a good job in San Diego. Not applicable to many people

[@3naturalBionutrition]

Link for new city?

[@orangeniggalo4767]

@@1queijocas no you don't I am not a Mexican citizen I'm actually African-American I've been doing this for 4 years my boss has lived down here my Uber drivers live down here like everybody I know live down in Tijuana and we all have jobs in San Diego

[@flyingdutchman1352]

Yeah those 4 hour waits to cross the border are AWESOME!!!

[@orangeniggalo4767]

@@flyingdutchman1352 lol there are so many other ways across the border it's not even funny. (🤣☠️🤣☠️) First of all I work the night shift so I have no lines Monday through Friday. But if you want to cross in the morning most people use shuttle service that helps them cross in about 30 minutes you just pay around $7 and you'll be on your way I used to use the shuttle service every day when I worked in Encinitas back when I first got a place over here. Lastly you can get global entry or SENTRI that allows you to skip the line or take a shorter line if you're driving.

[@ezequielambrosio9668]

I'm from Mexico city but i live in the states. Can't believe people are finally looking at Mexico as a home and not the other way around what the news portraits it. 3 weeks ago I went to visit my family and lots of areas in Mexico are growing and lots have changed. Viva Mexico 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@arturowagner4728]

Also as a Mexican, things are actually changing for the better here....

[@JCizzleSoCal]

If it’s so much better then why are all the migrants leaving or bypassing Mexico to come to the US?

[@ezequielambrosio9668]

@@JCizzleSoCal The majority of those migrants are from Central, South America, Haiti, Cuba, Pakistan etc. They don't know anything about Mexico so there wish is to go to the US.

[@ninofeliz9102]

Es bueno para los que ganan en dólares, pues todo es más barato, muchos americanos y canadienses ya sean jubilados o gracias al Home Office se pueden mudar a los lugares bonitos de este país, clima mad agradable, servicios más económicos que en sus países. Desgraciadamente para el mexicano la realidad es muy distinta.

[@AlmaCovarrubias-os2io]

It because a good government that it has right now! Before only corruption from the main office! and now the new president AMLO is a honest, humanist a good economist that looks for the all his people!👍

[@artmx91]

I'm impressed about the conception that you guys have of my country as foreigners. I feel we, as mexicans tend to look only the "bad things". It is refreshing to hear all these nice things about Mexico. Everybody is welcome here!❤

[@moic9704]

Unfortunately many méxicans have an inferiority complex, I remember one day when I was browsing Facebook and there was a post about a new medical imagenology technique, there were comments by méxicans saying that the technique would never arrive to México. The post was about a Mexican hospital...

[@garlandetheridge9902]

I really appreciate that Mexico allows me to be a permanent resident in this beautiful country. The Mexican people are the warmest and friendliest I have ever been around.

[@alexmadrid6043]

Hasta que no sales a otro lugar te das cuenta.... Cuando te llegan esos frios polares articos deseas estar en una playita del pacifico mexicano... Aparte hay mucho resentimiento por tantas culturas y razas en estados unidos... va a tardar tiempo , sin considerar que en méxico se le hace mas enfasis a las relaciones sociales que al dinero... o sea si es importante el dinero pero no es lo principal...

[@Salazarism]

I just feel bad for the cost of living being affected by this for the locals

[@42fleetline68]

I agree with you.!!

[@rhv3201]

Thanks!

[@jorgemayorga7008]

True

[@demelom2596]

Well that also means more opportunities for the locals for example restaurants are able to hire more people to keep up with the demand.

[@andresaguirre5918]

Exactly....the restorant's high their prices, so the locals can eat.

[@BJamesGeek]

Mexico is great. I moved to rural Mexico to live off the grid in 2004. Freedom!

[@UsefulVeryUseful]

Which area? I would to live off grid some day

[@BosqueVillage]

@@UsefulVeryUseful Near Patzcuaro. Koppen climate zone Cwa/Cwb.

[@fullmindstorm]

When I was in Guadalajara I was amazed by the restaurant service, I ordered a negra modelo but they didnt have it so the server walked to the store next door and brought it for me. The food was amazing and Ive gone there to eat every time I visit Guadalajara 😊 such lovely people.

[@DestinationRetirement]

I'm glad you made this video. I have two short-mid term rentals in Mérida. I will be moving there full time in 2 years time. I still have a few more years of work here in the US before my 5 year plan to early retirement comes together. You are spot on about the friendliness of Mexicans. What a fantastic culture!

[@CarlosCastilloproactivos]

native Meridan here. Please ask me anything about the city or recommendations.

[@ElizRued]

​@@CarlosCastilloproactivoshello, what neighborhoods would you say are decently priced and safe, more local vibe?

[@CarlosCastilloproactivos]

@@ElizRued decently priced for Mexicans or Americans?

[@danielacruz97]

Pero aprende español antes de venir

[@DestinationRetirement]

de acuerdo. @@danielacruz97

[@debyaka]

Got my MX citizenship this year, arrived as a tourist 7 years ago, never left

[@TheSecretCocktail]

Congrats!! We are looking to apply in two years! Would love to hear about your experience and anything’s I need to look for!

[@Radio280]

R u married to a Mexican? Because it took me 8 years to get my residency only

[@debyaka]

@@Radio280 why so long? 🤔 No I'm not.

[@nomadcapitalist]

Congratulations!

[@destinationmax]

Congratulations 🎉 I got my temporary last year, 3 more years to perm, and hoping for citizenship. While I’m waiting I think I may check out another country for my plan C. However Mexico is my heart ❤️

[@EaglesPMA]

Mexico is a special place and has been healing and enlivening being here.

[@drhoffman]

thank you for this video, I'm from Guadalajara and have visited many countries but for me Mexico city is the best city in the world!!!❤

[@malcolmnicoll1165]

These are all great points. My only concern is that Mexico eventually becomes californicated and thus displacing the local population and making these regions affordable only the wealthiest elite.

[@destinationmax]

Mexico is a huge country but yes the hotspots will keep getting more expensive like everywhere else in the World.

[@kckc9955]

That's gonna take a hell of a long time, and require large numbers of wealthy people to move in. Vast majority of Mexicans live in relative poverty and the overall economic state of the country, though advancing rapidly, is honestly lightyears behind a country like the USA.

[@oscarrimore]

Mexico´s culture is different and even around the already wealthy neighborhoods everything is very inclusive, you can see people of different income levels enjoying the streets, coffee shops, food places and surroundings

[@toni-xz6dd]

@@kckc9955 care to give an example of 'lighyears behind''. Who needs most of the material polluting junk anyway.

[@SunshineGelb]

It is happening already in some areas of Mexico City. Americans and Europeans have already invaded the nicest areas, and recently Sudamericans, Central Americans and Caribbeans have invaded the periphery. And on top of everything, the thousands of Mexicans from other states that live here. It is hell for us the ones that we're born in Mexico City.🙄

[@TiPitSgtBuddy]

Living in Cancun from Canada because of this channel. Thank you. #1 fastest growing area in the Americas

[@nomadcapitalist]

So glad to hear that! Best of luck to you.

[@TiPitSgtBuddy]

@@nomadcapitalist made my night that yall replied. Nomad Capitalist is what gave me the direction and insight. Couldnt even speak Spanish and had never been to Mexico but the value your videos give gave me the confidence to do the solo treck to start a purposeful future. Do you ever interview people that followed your advice and are satisfied? Would make great micro content and maybe even a compilation

[@Gonzalez_MX]

I agree the Mayan Riviera is one of the fastest growing areas in the Americas. I'm Mexican and I moved from Mexico City to Cancun 4 years ago. No regrets at all ❤

[@FONO63]

Mind if I ask what do you do for a living?

[@TiPitSgtBuddy]

@@FONO63Was doing videography, but now looking for international clients since I just need one or 2 clients paying me to live quite nicely. Teaching english is one of the easiest ways but its so boring. Go into sales next. Getting your permits and working as a tour guide or as a concierge in a high end hotel is also great.

[@Robertking1996]

I moved to Mexico earlier this year and it’s been amazing!

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

Amazing for the locals or just you???

[@Robertking1996]

@@g1g4_ch4d7 The locals are happy to have me ;)

[@XXXXXXXXXXX77766]

​@@g1g4_ch4d7hopefully for both

[@soyroberto2527]

Mexican living abroad (Melbourne, AU). Country is changing for the positive. I'm very happy.

[@janohermano3942]

many people here still have this idea the country is falling

[@DenLD]

I moved to Yucatán in 2021. The residency process is easy. The people are wonderful, gracious, and often very funny. Learning the language and culture are important and worth the effort to live in this amazing country. I feel so lucky to live here.

[@nomadcapitalist]

That's awesome!

[@shiroumxm2052]

i cant believe how many americans go to live to Yucatan.. the heat in that palce is HORRENDOUS! and yes, im Mexican

[@ginap4066]

I live in Merida in a regular Mexican neighborhood. I absolutely love it. I love my neighbors, and the beautiful park across the street. I have no desire to return to the States, I have become accustomed to manners and politeness.

[@DenLD]

@@ginap4066 same here. I’m also in Mérida. I love it here.

[@LuisRodriguez-nm8os]

​@@ginap4066BIENVENIDA GINA, MÉXICO ES TU CASA 😄👍🏻🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@mutech1]

I agree - I can’t help but feel happy in Mexico. As a US citizen who moved to Mexico full time 3 years ago I love it and every time I go to the US and come back to Mexico I feel a big exhale and an overwhelming sense of calm and happiness. It’s the culture and the people and the food and the weather and incredible geographic diversity. No place is perfect but with some financial resources you can live a much better life in Mexico.

[@nomadcapitalist]

It's wonderful to hear about your positive experience in Mexico!

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

@@nomadcapitalistit’s also wonderful to hear about the damage from gentrification is being done and foreigners spec Americans hurting Mexican purchasing power

[@danielacruz97]

Otro gentrificando hijole que padre eeh

[@alfzizold921]

Totally agree with you about great service in Mexico, maybe the best I´ve seen anywhere else, and let me tell you I´ve been around a lot.

[@cameronf3343]

Always wanted to visit Mexico but never saw myself living there because of my love of 4 seasons. But now that we haven’t had snowfall that amounts to anything here in PA in 5+ years, and these snowless Winters and 10-day Autumns are giving me seasonal depression from disappointment, it’s approaching worthwhile to think about heading South. If Winter’s gone forever then might as well live in a cultured beach city.

[@Mexico.10]

Mexico will welcome you with open arms

[@sobraxegamer714]

Be careful with going to the north of Mexico, since there are several states in the north of Mexico that snow, go further to the south and center of the country to have a temperate climate

[@cameronf3343]

@@sobraxegamer714 Snow is what I want and love, is what I was saying. Summer is my time of actual seasonal depression. It’s the colder times that make me happy. But it’s virtually no more… the thought of being able to go to Mexico and still have snow would be like a miracle but I won’t go to the border states. Too much cartel presence in the miles approaching the border.

[@shiroumxm2052]

@@cameronf3343 why not justo mover North of USA?

[@kodiakbearsteve4646]

He’s not wrong. All the opportunities in Mexico are great and getting better. I’m planning in moving to Mexico after a good savings and retirement plan the travel opportunities are great.

[@LuisRodriguez-nm8os]

BIENVENIDA 😄👍🏻🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@danielacruz97]

Y aprende español

[@andresolivera7787]

As a mexican, I am very happy to witness how Mexico's image is improving thanks to videos like these, not only from americans, but people from many countries. I am immerse in everyday problems, politics and complain, complain, complain, and I sometimes give many things for granted, but seeing Mexico through your eyes makes me appreciate it even more. Now I am thankful that I was born in the best country in the world!

[@KimWaters1972]

My husband & I just obtained Mexican citizenship off a citizenship firm $100k each.. we just landed in Switzerland with our MX passports (visa-free) we are about to move to Mexico 🇲🇽 beautiful country and people!!

[@MaryGwenDungan]

I didn't know Mexico has a Golden or Investor citizenship scheme. How do you find this company that helped you?

[@linserwayne1587]

Mexico could possibly be the most surrealist place on earth and speaking as a surrealist painter, it is paradise.

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

💀

[@ahmanipayne672]

Thanks Andrew for all your information about Mexico. I’ve currently been here traveling around the different states in Mexico since August. I’ve tried to apply for temporary residency twice once before i first came and another when I went back to visit my family for Thanksgiving. The New Orleans consulate was giving me a hard time about my documents since I have my own business and make well over required amount but they said my business paystubs didn’t match up for some reason. I hope to be successful my 3rd attempt and may just try to look for a job or business opportunity here so i can get temporary residence and work permit. You’ve been a real help to my mental and financial success as a 21 year old entrepreneur thanks and I hope to do some business with you one day🙏🏽

[@TheSecretCocktail]

Business owner here that got residency in the first try! Tip! Don’t tell them you own the business!!! Make ACH deposited to your account like clock work every 2 weeks from your business to your personal account! Now you made a solid trail of payment history from your employer to you. They usually look for six months worth to meet whatever their dollar requirements are. Do not mention you are the owner of the business and you will be good to go.

[@squeakerrat]

Try Las Vegas consulate. They are very understanding. Pro hint: EMAIL them ahead of time with your situation and see if they'll work with you. Put your data in table format so it's super easy for them to understand.

[@nomadcapitalist]

Thank you for sharing your experience, and we're glad to hear that our information has been helpful to you. We understand the challenges you've faced with the residency process. If you ever find the need for assistance or guidance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us: nomadcapitalist.com/apply/

[@garlandetheridge9902]

Really glad you did this vid Andrew. I'm a full-time resident, having lived here the past 9 years. Totally agree with your views of this great country.

[@meggrotte4760]

I completely understand. i've been a resident in taiwan for twenty years I just came back to renew my passport and open a bank account. Life is better there. It's especially good for paying off undergrad student loans. There's a functionalness about taiwan.

[@agcala9619]

Yes Mexico City is great. I stayed there for 6 months. The worst thing is the extreme air pollution.

[@shiroumxm2052]

It's no extreme anymore.. extreme would be china ir india

[@jkenneth4986]

With what’s going on in the USA with increasing numbers of problems from foreign to abroad. Inflations,Taxes,War,High crime and housing market chaos is insane! Mexico doesn’t sound that bad in fact the Infrastructure and Architecture are getting great!

[@msmargiek48]

We just got our 3 year residency on our way to permanent. I love love love Mexico City. So many people are afraid of it but its fantastic. Roma Northe is so cool. In Puerta Vallarta right now for a visit. To many tourist lol.

[@aisthesis_]

As a Mexican, my personal opinion on this whole issue is, yeah, it's complicated with all the gentrification and price increase issues that some foreign migration is causing. BUT, I am sure we can find ways to make this work for everyone. Everyone should be welcome: That's our culture. We'll figure it out. Come pay a visit and see if it's for you. You'll always have easy access to delicious food, overall good healthcare, a caring community of people watching out for each other. We can help each other out. As country neighbors, as human beings.

[@Jeffrey_Short]

Got my Temporary Residency in March and moved to the Lake Chapala area in September. Plan on staying 6-8 months every year. Wonderful weather and people. I should have done this years ago. I’ve met people from all over the world living here. Will spend the other 4-6 months visiting friends and family in the US as well as traveling to other countries. Living really well on $3000 us a month but will be moving to a smaller house soon and will be at $2300 - $2500.

[@247infomercial]

as a 1st generation american-american (first EVER in my family), i aqcuired my dual citizenship & moved to mexico a few years ago, and i have to say.. it was THE BEST decision i've ever made in my life. yes, even though i do speak spanish, and have been to mexico many times in the past throughout my life, i still had to assimilate. that being said, my quality of life is 10x better. people are MUCH friendlier, funnier, women are much better partners, food - i don't even have to say anything, the culture, music, parties, public transportation, extremely low cost and accessibility to medication and/or doctors. the list goes on FOREVER. i can safely say i will be spending the rest of my life here. i am lucky to have mexican heritage, and it truly made it easier to assimilate, integrate, and be well received by my mexican folks. in america, being a proud mexican is looked down upon by full-blooded americans. in mexico, EVERYONE is a proud mexican. VIVA MEXICO!!!

[@michaelriccio9710]

was just in CDMX in the late fall. Such a wonderful place. Andrew hits the nail on the head in this video

[@JaimeFerrer-l1y]

I’ve lived in MX for years. Not for everyone, but my family & I live very well,multiple properties and diverse interests. But I love the food, people, culture, music, and just the life in general. I’m old now, I suppose I’ll die here. No regrets.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

We are 2 Canadians that have been living in Mexico for over 2 years now. We are extremely happy living here. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 and God Bless. 🙏🎅⛄🎄✨

[@destinationmax]

Amen 🙏

[@azdbuk]

Si, lo comprendemos.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Feliz Navidiad 💖🙏🏽@@azdbuk

[@jimh598]

Where in Mexico are you living and how is the crime?

[@flyingdutchman1352]

You'd have to be stupid and ignorant. 195,000 murders in 5 years...

[@naturallydope247]

I moved there this year and have loved it. I only wish I moved sooner. The people are so kind there and it’s a fun place to be with so much less micromanaging of its citizens.

[@FJF119]

Happy ......Healthy Christmas and New Year , Andrew .

[@nomadcapitalist]

Thank you, Merry Christmas! ❤️

[@davidclot8364]

I'm Canadian and I'm planning to live in Mexico half the year, starting in 2025.

[@Sheilawisz]

You better apply for the residency visa. Many people came to live in Mexico as tourists for months at a time, but those 180 days are not automatically granted anymore.

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

Don’t go the violence is ramping up in the nicer areas now

[@davidecalcinai6889]

i love Mexico 🇲🇽❤️

[@PurpleNGold824]

I’m DACA living in the US. Plan on saving up more money here for 5 years. Already bought a home in Mexico near Guadalajara. Thankful for what the US was able to give me, but we’re not wanted and a pathway to citizenship will never happen. Rather build an empire in Mexico and be truly free there. ❤

[@nikosniko7092]

Great video I was thinking about this but now I will def take the plunge !

[@franciscofletes1948]

I have Mexican citizenship. I was born in Mexico but raised in the US after my parents immigrated to the US when I was very young. I have dual US and Mexican citizenship. I currently live in the Philippines on an SRRV permanent residence visa. I am thinking about using my Mexican citizenship more and more.

[@avernvrey7422]

That SRRV can be a great deal.

[@franciscofletes1948]

@@avernvrey7422 I got lucky. I got mine at 39 years old during Covid. I got it 3 months before they changed the minimum age to 50. So now I’m grandfathered into the program.. got it just in time.

[@thegreatone11]

You mean your parents are illegals

[@vulpo]

FYI: SRRV is the Special Resident Retiree's Visa. This is a non-immigrant visa granted to foreign nationals and their dependents who wish to retire in the Philippines. -- Wikipedia

[@bookies5309]

Why would you move to the Philippines

[@world_mem7567]

Mexico, great country!

[@MEN101]

Yes a great country where human life is worth 500 pesos.

[@roselily3676]

Thank you for talking like that about my country!

[@arturowagner4728]

As a Mexican, I agree with Andrew. Mexico is indeed a great place to live with many advantages.... But it really does help if you have the means to enjoy all of it...

[@KP99]

What kind of retirement can you have there if you have a $500,000 nest egg saved, and don't want to work anymore? That would be about a $33,000 yearly income if I just lived off of those savings plus my social security.

[@Ragis]

⁠@@KP99that will put you squarely in the top 10% of yearly income among Mexicans. You don’t need to work and you’ll never feel budget-constrained for a decent, normal life. Maybe you’ll need more income for luxury, though.

[@kckc9955]

​@@KP99 Depends where you go and what quality of life you want, and how many people you're supporting. 33k per year is nearly 3 grand a month. I've seen 4 bedroom houses, renovated, modern m, in decent neighborhoods renting for less than $1000 a month. You could live pretty well in that income.

[@KP99]

@@kckc9955 I'm actually single in my late 40s, so I'd just be supporting myself. Unless I meet a nice girl while I'm there, then maybe I'd have a girlfriend to treat once in awhile too LOL. I'd probably never get married though, so for now let's just say I'm supporting myself only. What you say sounds great, a 4 BR place would give me lots of space, and under $1000 is awesome. You say in "decent" neighborhoods. Honestly the only thing holding me back from moving to MX is worries about safety, especially if criminals target people who seem like foreigners/Americans. I'm browned skinned, so visually I don't think I'd stand out, but speaking English like an American would be an obvious clue. I took 4 years of Spanish 30 yrs ago in high school, so I speak it a little, maybe on a scale of 1 to 10, I speak at about a 4. But I could learn more since I already have a good foundation. So are the neighborhoods I could live in on that income places where I would have to worry about safety? Also, could I live in a "desireable" beach/resort type area on that income, or in a nice area of a big city like Guad, Monteray, or CDMX, or would it have to be in more of a smaller town in the interior where there may not be as many things to do?

[@kckc9955]

@@KP99 If you're in a popular tourist beach town the rents will generally be higher. If you're living there permanently, maybe have a real estate agent find you a place and negotiate on your behalf to avoid being charged gringo prices. Or, do some market research and have a good grasp of what the local market values actually are so you don't get overcharged. Facebook marketplace is useful for seeing what local Mexicans would be paying. Having your Spanish up to at least an intermediate conversational level is highly advantageous, and frankly it's a requirement if you don't want to be exploited. It will also increase your quality of life since relatively few Mexicans speak much English. You can get by on the basics, but I'd recommend learning the language. You'd be surprised how far you can advance in a few months or a year. As far as safety, you shouldn't have much of a concern in general. Certain places can be riskier, like some neighborhoods in Mexico City for instance. As long as you're not walking around wearing expensive jewelry and $500 shoes in dicey neighborhoods, or wandering through sketchy areas at night, you'll be fine. Common sense and situational awareness like anywhere else. The safety concerns are somewhat overblown. You'll be far safer than a Mexican police officer would be. As far as rent prices it really varies depending on city, state, neighborhood, level of amenities and so on. A quick search on FB marketplace will show you what you can get for $1000 in a nice town like Puerto Vallarta, for instance. You could find a nice apartment or small house in that range.

[@AdrianLopez-uk2it]

The growing number of Englisj-speaking people is amazing. The food is incredible.

[@bascasdon779]

As someone living in Mexico, in a relatively safe location, I agree with what you say. HOWEVER, security is still an issue in the country, and many are quite concerned about that. People coming from abroad should NEVER underestimate their safety, and not attract any unwanted attention. There was a recent case of a citizen from India having his life cut short because he withdrew a large amount of cash at the airport and was noticed by some gangs. If security and crime could be addressed along with other aspects such as corruption, inefficient bureaucracy, and nepotism, then yes, Mexico has lots of potential, and quite good food on top of that.

[@Mexico.10]

Many zones are secure

[@frankj8478]

Wow like it only happens is Mexico, wake up this is world wide crime.

[@felixx2381]

I purchase 3 properties in rocky point just almost finished building a shop with a home on one. I’m from Arizona so the drive time is about 2:30 for me . Love it when I’m there also the kids the wife we all enjoy life out there

[@Yoshreder]

Good for you buddy, but I gotta say I hate the gentrification and privatization all over the place, even local commerce is advertised in dollars in most cases. Puerto Peñasco is a special place for me, for many reasons, but with time I've lost intention of visiting more often, or living there as I once hoped. Also, I know local government doesn't do any favor, but all this privatization doesn't help to city development from my point of view, besides the touristic infrastructure and property development, I am still seeing the same sandy streets outside main routes, so that honestly makes me mad too. Anyway, this comes from someone who is hoping for better future for the country and our people, although, I do wish success in your endeavors here, hoping you'll bring an actual benefit to the community as well along with your businesses.

[@felixx2381]

@@Yoshreder And times are changing in Mexico the morena movement has pushed the country on development also they have passed a new law . That anyone living in Mexico without a visa can be deported. This will help in many ways also when EVERTHING starts to go up on price some of the blame lies with the ppl raising the prices on goods . Usually in the tourist areas. But locals also make their money that way so it’s hard to blame . I say it’s a great start with the new laws amd the direction the country it’s headed never had we have a president that has been respected by the USA .. great time are coming for Mexico and our ppl but we must always keep an eye on those that want to take our resources and lands ..

[@ITXSHEL]

I want to return to my country, city, Mexico! 😭 I'm done living here in Europe, France! 😢 I hope and wish it happens very soon! 🙏

[@Milestonemonger]

What's stopping you?

[@318.Camswrld]

​@@Milestonemonger probably a kid or teenager

[@ElizRued]

We welcome you back when you're back ❤

[@lizbethhc4656]

Same here, I'm living in France for several years now, and I'm dreaming about coming back to my country, nothing like Mexico

[@ITXSHEL]

@@lizbethhc4656 let's go back!.☺️

[@toddhayes3506]

Thanks Andrew Mexico 🇲🇽 is Amazing Happy Holidays

[@nomadcapitalist]

You too! ❤️

[@victormurcio8845]

Me caiste muy bien güero, muchas gracias por hablar bien de mi querido país!!!

[@pkaseven]

On my path through residency to citizenship… the long way 😇. Can’t afford CBI but I’ve seen the significance of getting my options together! Even when my family doesn’t understand… I’ll be the pathfinder and trailblazer! ❤

[@jaws2003]

Same here. I always get the "I don't see the point in doing this. America is fine. " Granted, many haven't traveled outside of the USA, and the ones who have are mainly doing cruises.

[@AstroShaman-PernellBobby]

Just got my Residency Visa 🇲🇽 best choice ever!

[@1rjona]

Got my permanent residency this year. I'm trying to improve my Spanish to fluency level and see if I can pass the Spanish language test for citizenship

[@AstroShaman-PernellBobby]

@@1rjona I believe it's possible in 4-years for citizenship - you will pass no doubt 😉

[@billassim9014]

I have multiple friends that left Chicago for Mexico, when I see them around tax time, April, they all look better, younger,less stress better food,. The proximity is also , key,.

[@isaaccastro4846]

You don’t need a 5 star restaurant to grab a decent meal, like real food!! And you’re still in a big city

[@GJL30]

Most people in Mexico also live with a lot of stress!

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

@@GJL30who fkn told you that? The tooth fairy

[@amlozkysrusoskys4079]

​@@GJL30Fake

[@Chardi35]

@@g1g4_ch4d7 Us Mexicans dont earn in dollars of course it is way more stressful for us specially eith you guys colonizing us and rising prices, gringos feel great here because its cheap for them, and its very sad because most of these people think they are more important than the locals.

[@Jessebyob]

As an american. That has lived in Mexico and probably 4-5 other latin american countries Mexico is by far my favorite I consider it home still

[@IamAbel1981]

I love it. Thank you

[@KQKQKQKQKQKQ]

CDMX is a food paradise

[@MR-tn5kv]

Mexico City is one of my favorites in the world - it has a great buzz, some beautiful neighborhoods. For something quieter, with similar climate, a small international airport & a booming economy - an hour from San Miguel there is Querétaro. I bought a house in its historic center & it’s a fantastic lifestyle: very walkable, lots of markets, grocery stores, restaurants, excellent hospitals… many cultural events to attend. It’s not as sophisticated as CDMX or has as many expats as San Miguel, but it’s moving in that direction every year…

[@Mexico.10]

Don't forget its the biggest city in the world, is city and is known for being a state 😁

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

Why don’t you make your own county better if it’s so shi???

[@MR-tn5kv]

@@g1g4_ch4d7I am.

[@giseleandcarlmartinez2230]

I hope the Taxman comes to visit all of you soon (el SAT, aka mexican IRS ).

[@claraguzman6842]

Merry Christmas, Andrew!

[@nomadcapitalist]

Same to you!

[@fabiang0822]

I love to hear that more and more Americans are going to Mexico and starting a life and leaving USA because is very expensive and the Government is corrupted.

[@JCizzleSoCal]

If you believe the US government is corrupt then the Mexican government is an absolute joke

[@DodsonDodsworth]

I traveled Mexico off and on for about 4 years and I loved it....the food and services are amazing!! I took 12 people out for dinner everyone ate and had drinks...cost me less than $65 real estate is more expensive than America if you want to buy a house but back then a one night stay at Holiday inn was $50

[@rosegill4814]

México es un país hermoso, tenemos gente buena , el único problema es que esos carteles son un problema. Extraño mi México 🥺.

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

Thank the Americans for that one 😂

[@81reflex]

Que risa gente que ni vive aqui habla de lo que creen que pasa jajaja ya no veas tanto Neflix cuando regreses te darás cuenta que los gringos ya les ganarón el lugar jaja

[@vons3745]

Im in CDMX now and its been a great experience so far. You touched on "Feeling Happy" and I couldnt agree more. I was noticing this yesterday exploring and taking a walk in Polanco. I'm here for 3 weeks and will explore other communities as well. Merry Xmas!

[@tdgdbs1]

Polanco is only a tiny pocket of wealth in Mexico; the rest of the country is not so pretty. I'm a permanent resident here since 1992 and recently left CDMX for Morelia due to rising cost.

[@army_dreamer_8088]

Check out Iztapalapa

[@kckc9955]

​@@tdgdbs1A point many people forget. Easy to be in honey moon mode. Living in MX long term you have a more realistic view. Still can be great depending on where you go

[@vons3745]

@@tdgdbs1 I understand where you are coming from. Wow, that is about the same time(1992) i first visited Mexico. Ive been to many parts like Leon, PV, LosCabos, Cualican, GDL, Sonora, Hermosillo and so on. Even small rural areas. In General, the people are very friendly and humble. Yeah, Mexico is not as economical as it was prior. CDMX was a bucket list that I never got to complete. I was here in May of 2020 and the whole world went into lockdown. I was stuck here for a week and nothing was opened so I never got the full experience. Still loving it now that I see it alive again.

[@emiliano-the-boss]

As a Mexican I can tell you that Mexico treats way better tourist and foreign people than nationals. Life is easy here if you have an American salary, but the majority of Mexico suffers a lot

[@latinamericapreparedness2479]

I am a United States Citizen and have been living in Mexico for 12 years. I was introduced to Mexico through a Craigslist ad encouraging to try living in Mexico and working in San Diego. The cost of living in Mexico is much more affordable with rent approximately 300 dollars a month compared to over 2,000 dollars a month in San Diego. I did have the best concerning the food and other shopping items purchased being able to purchase in either San Diego or Tijuana. The Border Crossing could be an issue during busy times. A SENTRI or Global Entry Card would be helpful.

[@erickduran8169]

Congrats to show foreign people another perspective of Mexico, gracias!!!!

[@Bearjew613]

I got my Mexican residency and in Mexico now In Mazatlán. I use to come here alit but I'm glad I've acquired this residency and picked up a second citizenship in another country and looking to get Mexican in the future.

[@ronpinto9588]

I lived in Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, Rosarito, Guadalajara and Chihuahua. Here are some wonderful facts: 1- If you wish to rent a place, be ready to present a co-signer to your rental agreement, or put up a huge deposit (not preferred by the owners). 2- While working in a project at a Mexican mine, while being driven to the airport my car was escorted by a pickup truck with guards carrying rifles and submachine guns. 3- When my family and I lived in Chihuahua we lived in a nice house, with a swimming pool, inside a guarded residential area. It was like living in a golden cage, as we couldn't go out without seeing people hanging from bridges by the neck, be threatened by shootouts, or possibly seeing a severed head in the street. 4- If you want to live in a house that will be almost as comfortable as an American home, be prepared to have a lot of money. 5- When in Puerto Vallarta we found out that it is good if you are at a hotel. Shopping at a large supermarket we found food, particularly vegetables, to be very dirty, not trustworthy for our consumption. 6- Bureaucracy is out of control. 7- Businesses will screw you up with no consequences. 8- All people are not as nice as stated. I have had many rude interactions there as in the US or anywhere in the world. 9 - If you say that infrastructure is great, I am sure you haven't been driving around, you don't use Mexican utilities, and you don't use Mexican internet. I am sure I could remember a lot more but will stop using my time for nothing.

[@curlyhairdudeify]

The "dirty vegetables" is what are sold in the USA in "farmer's markets".... Straight from the ground... And you are supposed to wash them.

[@frankj8478]

I see you were in Mexico for work, nothing like retiring in Mexico or working from home.

[@Yoshreder]

I believe all what you mention, yet you still sound like an old snob of some sort of Latin or Hispanic ascent with some apprehension to Mexico or Latin America in general, and with nothing positive to share or provide for common benefit. I don't know, but I got that feeling...

[@gilbertorodriguez8997]

jajaj el ultimo punto fue lo mejor xdd... sin enbargo este tipo tiene razon, te lo dice un mexicano de nacimiento, sin enbargo se notan las 2 polaridades en el pais

[@Aaron_Know]

la neta los mexicanos siempre les daremos la bienvenida, pero por lo menos sean conscientes del daño que le están haciendo a nuestra capacidad adquisitiva cuando vienen a inflarnos todos los precios.

[@g1g4_ch4d7]

Nomad capitalist won’t say shi because he’s all in it for the positive but none of the negative, classical capitalist

[@blinkasto182]

Así es carnal. Estos creen que pueden venir a su gusto con su dinero y gentrificarnos los bellos pueblos jajaja y se dan el gusto de decirse ellos mismos los extranjeros que pueden venir como con estos videos que todo está tranqui que pueden venir como si fueran ciudadanos de toda la vida. Por fortuna eventualmente se las pondremos más difícil porque también les pediremos un tipo de green card ;)

[@sergioflores1352]

En si, ellos no son los que vienen a inflar los precios o a gentrificar. Los culpables son los corredores y dueños de inmuebles que son cada vez más codiciosos y se aprovechan de que viene gente con más ingresos. En si, ellos deberían pagar lo mismo que otras personas de México, pero mágicamente sin alguna justificación legal, suben el precio si hablan en inglés. Acá en Monterrey no hay gringos como en CDMX y aún así están inflando y gentrificando a lo estupido... En lugar de quejarnos con los gringos, hay que quejarnos con los que están gentrificando y subiendo los precios a su conveniencia. La plusvalía debería de ser regulada a qué sea un porcentaje anual, no a qué de un mes a otro la renta sea el doble por qué hay un gringo. La vivienda digna es un derecho

[@irvingcruz4398]

@@sergioflores1352totalmente

[@danielacruz97]

@@sergioflores1352también hay que culpar a los gringos la vdd, se aprovechan de que su moneda vale más y por eso todo se les hace muy barato y goals 🤪 sabemos que hay un problema difícil de quitar de raíz donde se le aplaude a la gente x ser blancos del cual también toman mucha ventaja y son unos huevones para aprender español, no tenemos por qué recibirlos con los brazos abiertos cuando ellos no hacen lo mismo cuando es al revés

[@kgcg202126]

Excelent video! great content

[@nomadcapitalist]

Thanks for watching!

[@dakota-rt8kd]

Totally 🎉 "La Patria Madrina" 😊❤💯 I'm totally bilingual and although, I was born in South America, I grew up in California, went to school with many Mexicans and I even have one nice and nephew who are part of Mexican decent. I love the people, I feel at home among them. They shared many of my own personal values and I have never felt unsafe vacationing there. Great food, lovely country and being near the USA. I love cooking Mexican food and being able to make uses of both English and Spanish ❤ 🎉🎉🎉

[@LaylowMX]

Awesome so hear that .. where are you from ?

[@fmed2412]

great info!

[@moa3810]

I wonder which cities beside Mexico City is recommended for expats as far as safety and nature.

[@nomadcapitalist]

Here you can see the video about The Safest Cities in Mexico for 2023: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIS1h4KOf7eogMU

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Yes definitely Merida but it's expensive.

[@moa3810]

thanx! @@nomadcapitalist

[@rahuliyer7456]

Look at Puebla, Guadalajara, Aguascalientes, Queretaro, Monterrey. There are many. Oaxaca intrigues me.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

We are working our way to Oaxaca, we were in Merida for 2 years now in Veracruz then Mexico city area for a bit then we will head to Oaxaca. Merry Christmas. ✨✌🏽@@rahuliyer7456

[@nomadinvester]

I wonder how the trifecta method works for people who have school aged children. Do you move every four months for school?

[@alalesc3796]

Mexico is the best place to live in Latina America and one of the best in the world!!😀😀

[@danielaguirre7376]

There are so many beautiful, safe, comfortable and prosperous cities in Mexico like Queretaro, Puebla, Cuernavaca, Veracruz, etc Not everything is Tulum, the Caribbean, the Cabos or San Miguel

[@ilberto]

So right!

[@regiejohn15126]

Just wondering if you can cover about the revised (or revamped) MM2H programme and your thoughts of it? Merry Christmas to you Andrew and your team! 🙂🎄

[@nomadcapitalist]

Merry Christmas! Stay tuned for it :)

[@zayxhex6006]

If you come and stay in Mexico City, remember 3 things: 1) You are not a tourist, expat or a "digital nomad", you are an inmigrant: You HAVE to adapt to our country and ways of life 2) Employees in shops, restaurants, etc are NOT BENEATH YOU, here in Mexico we treat people as we wish to be treated 3)Respect our culture, make an effort to learn the language and our history

[@martinburkard9030]

Tell that to the 100 million Mexicans who live in the U.S., refuse to speak English, use public services and don’t pay taxes😂🤣

[@kennethkilpatrick3758]

I got sick in three long visits in three different areas of the country. I love the country but have real issues with the water. Total of 7 months there.

[@AustenSummers]

Not just water. They have low sanitation standards. Air pollution too

[@jorgegonzalez-xy6tc]

Idiots you have no idea many people gets sick because the food quality is fresh gringos and mexican Americans they not used to eat good fresh food so you body knows the difference even for mexican who live in usa feels the difference every time we gonto mexico and im mexican

[@army_dreamer_8088]

Why did you drink the water all three times then?

[@lynndurbin9476]

Lettuce or any vegetables that soak up water.

[@alistairfreedom2456]

Yeah that happend to me once in Ecuador from eating a shawarma. Diarea for weeks until hospitalised and required a drip of antibiotics.

[@VicenteGarcia-gx2ef]

I am glad that you are having good time in Mexico because as you have said in Mexico you can find a place that suits your needs because there are plenty of options thank for your 0pinion

[@leslylopez5325]

My mom is a Mexican citizen and she applied for the Canadian ETA and got it so fast

[@RealROI]

Ugh... going the wrong way! Canada is done

[@petermcaleer14]

As a natural born Mexicano, con Padres Tejanos….(y definidamente Chilango) Déjame ver, just a second y’all… I totally miss having 2 passports since I turned 18… 😢 currently in Southern NM, researching how to contact Mexican consultant and CIAM…

[@kckc9955]

Mexico has a lot to offer, and you can enjoy a pretty high standard of living especially if you earn USD/CAD etc. Cost of living is substantially less than its northern neighbors (although Mexico can no longer be consider a "cheap" country, especially if you want to live and eat well). It does however have its downsides. One of the biggest adjustments for an American/Canadian is the overall aesthetic. Large parts of the country are, quite frankly, ugly. If you're accustomed to the kinds of amenities, especially parks and green spaces that you'd find in American or Canadian cities, Mexico can be a bit disappointing in that department. Not to mention when you do find some open space it is often full of garbage and trash and discarded construction materials, plastic bottles and all manner of refuse floating in waterways and so forth. In short, it can be sort of stinky and trashy and ugly. It's not on the same level, nowhere close really, as what you're used to in North America. CDMX is a lively and dynamic city, with some nice parks and an excellent metro system making it easy to get around. That being said if you like peace and quiet, it's likely not the place for you. 20 million people gets tiring. Also important to consider that, statistically, Mexico City is not a particularly safe place. If you're considering living there, and Mexico in general, you need to educate yourself, familiarize with local culture and socioeconomic realities, and update your security practices accordingly. Mexican food is (or can be) fantastic. It can also be mediocre. Mexico City has a good selection of international fare, but if you're in other Mexican cities it can be tricky to find anything more than an endless menu of tacos and pizza. It's not like most North American cities where you can find superb quality food from any country. I've heard much about the "warmth" of Mexican people, but I didn't find them any warmer than people I've met from anywhere else. There's nothing special about them, to put it bluntly. There are lovely Mexicans and there are idiots too, just like everywhere else. There is a wealth of nature to explore outside the cities. Mexico has many national and state parks, and protected wilderness areas. And of course the beaches are amazing (depending where you go). There are also some fantastic real estate opportunities, especially if you're willing to look beyond the usual touristic areas. Unless you're in a smaller town, I'm not sure I'd want to raise a family in Mexico, to be honest. I suppose that depends on your values and priorities. Children don't play outside by themselves and are mostly confined to indoor areas or courtyards behind walls. It's not common to see kids just running around their neighborhood playing. Parents rightfully have security concerns. This is something to consider carefully. My recommendation would be that if you are planning to raise kids in Mexico, find a smaller town where you'd feel comfortable with them playing outside and being kids and being safe and free. No country is perfect and we all have to weigh our decisions. I would still choose Mexico over Canada no matter what, just for the climate alone. When comparing to the USA, it would really depend on what city and state we're talking about. Another thing to consider is if you're a freedom loving American who wants to own guns and go shooting, you'd best stay north of the border. It is possible to own some firearms in Mexico but the process is much more strict and highly regulated. And of course any review of Mexico would be incomplete without pointing out it is technically a narco-state. Mostly it all runs under the surface and you won't see much unless you're in a particularly dangerous place like Celaya or something, or buying cocaine from a guy in the bathroom at a cartel-owned club in a tourist beach town. Nevertheless, it is a reality. And just as you might be leaving your current country partly for political reasons, you'd better at least understand that the political situation in Mexico is, for lack of a better word, Fubar, and won't change significantly in our lifetimes unless the Mexican people rise up in armed revolution, which probably ain't gonna happen. Make your peace with it and enjoy a beer and some cheap(ish) tacos on the beach. Overall, in terms of quality of life, Mexico has everything you need and a wealth of natural beauty. You will run up against certain limitations and drawbacks; some of those little things just have to be discovered by spending time there. I'd give it 7.5/10 overall. It's definitely possible to find your slice of paradise and carve out an amazing life down there.

[@MR-tn5kv]

Very good and fair observations. Well said.

[@gerxdel]

As a mexican I have to say this is the most accurate description of my country.

[@robjordan2506]

Nice shots of Reforma and Zona Rosa.

[@KatKatz11]

I got my residency in July aling with my husband and we cannot wait for our home to sell to move to Yucatan in 2024!🎉 having a beautiful home built there in a master planned community for unbelievable price and only 4 min walk to the ⛱️ (cannot wait to leave Florida!)

[@HughJass-313]

Who is Builder/ Developer?

[@GrantHarri]

Mexico and Mexican culture is amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@donwilkinson6665]

Love mexico ! I live in Queretaro ! seldom mentioned but a great City for expats !!

[@gustavoperez5480]

Immigrant dude, you're immigrant.

[@Sheilawisz]

@@gustavoperez5480Expatriates are like immigrants, with the difference that they can easily go to visit their native country and often do, or simply move to some other country out of curiosity. Migration is defined as the intention to permanently settle in a different country, out more of necessity than convenience.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great video as usual Andrew! Feliz Navidad!

[@nomadcapitalist]

Same to you!

[@jaws2003]

1. Ive been looking at Mexicoore and more but i do have some apprehension about the treatment inwould recieve. 2. @Andrew is there a possible way to show the countries that allow access back to the USA after a person renounces? I know Chile is one.

[@gringo848]

Great video. Great for starting arguments on Christmas Day with you relatives in the Usa

[@nomadcapitalist]

Happy holidays!