Why is Mexico NOT Affordable Anymore 🇲🇽 Cost of Living 2023

Today we will be talking about the uncomfortable truth that Mexico is just not as affordable as it used to be. Will it get worse? What is going on? What can you do about it? Will Mexico still be an affordable destination? I try to answer these questions and more in todays video. #mexico #costofliving #livinginmexico
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[@jaliscoguanajuatotravelsan5679]

Thanks. No fluff , no sugar coating, pure facts. You are saying things KZbinrs aren’t talking about. This is a video I wanted to make but didn’t. I am recommending this video to my friends and others 🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome. Thank you for the kind words and for sharing the video!

[@lindaobrien8538]

Jose. The more I watch your videos the more I love them very good cost of living videos.did I miss the cost of electricity? You probably need ac all the time

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I think I mentioned it as part of the utilities. But the electricity is around 100 USD a month

[@lindaobrien8538]

Thank you for your prompt response.i may have missed that point I have been binge watching your excellent videos I encourage everyone to watch them again. Thank you

[@utubenewb1265]

It's always funny, almost hilarious, in Mexico, the Philippines, or any expat popular developing nation. The Vloggers keep telling people "if you only have $1,000, or if you only have $1,500, you can't live here anymore! Because somehow $1,000 or $1,500 magically goes further in the USA? So the $6 haircut is now $7.5 vs $20 in the US? Or the mechanic was $20/hr is now $25/hr compared to $125/hr in the US? And these numbers are higher than many places. So somehow 1/2 or 1/3 or 1/5 the US price is worse? Which is better, living poor in the USA, NEVER going out, NEVER travelling, NEVER getting haircuts or dental work, and scrapping by on the cheapest food. Or living in Mexico/Philippines, having a cheap apartment, scrapping by on less expensive food, being ABLE to pay 1/3 for haircuts, 1/3 for glasses, 1/3 for dental work, 1/3 for services? And occasionally going out or taking a trip? As opposed to doing none of that in the USA? Yes, in the US there are "support programs" for the really poor, but once you get over about $1,200 they drop away. Yeah, people are no longer upper-middle class in Mexico for $1,200 per month, now they might be only "lower middle class". But in the USA $1,200 is poor, poor, and maybe homeless

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Very well said and great perspective. I still think Mexico is a great option for many people no matter how the value drops. Saludos y Viva Mexico!

[@dsa2591]

True! Depending on the state, the annual income needed to afford rent on a one-bedroom ranges from around $24,500 to around $64,600 in the US. My entire SS check goes for rent and utilities. There is maybe on good utility months, about $50 left for everything else. If it wasn't for social programs, I would be on the streets. I don't need fancy, I just need affordable. I'd be eternally thankful for even HALF PRICE of what I pay here.

[@kellyname5733]

Totally agree! The other thing I see in the comments is the ignorant comment 'I cant afford Mexico anymore. Im going back to the US or Canada'. What?? I always reply with 'going back to what'? How will you afford anything in the US or Canada? If you cant make it in Mexico you sure as hell are not going make it in the US or Canada.

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

AMEN!!!!😢

[@midlifeperspectives]

Well explained

[@tommyflorida9204]

Inflation is everywhere, even here in Canada since the pandemic.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Correct some places more than others

[@Mangoboy1]

I have been here for 10 years, the price of food has tripled its not cheap here anymore

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I agree in the last 5 yeas alone it has doubled. But even so, it is still much more affordable than back home in the US

[@ultimatetradingformula9107]

You are making your budget of $500 for 2 people for food and restaurants. My budget for food is $200 for 2 people in CDMX cooking at home. For most people in Mexico $200 Mo thats enough for 2 peopĺe. I am Mexican.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

$500 is not just for food but also toiletries and many other household items most people over look until they are doing their budget. But yes I totally agree with what you said. Don't just take my advice. Everyone should do their own research and figure out their own budget. In this video I was just using an average cost based on my own personal costs for me, my wife, and dog. Everyone will have a different budget. 500 USD divided by 30 equals around 17 USD a day or about 300 pesos a day. For food, toilet paper, cleaning products, eating out, and everything that revolves around that. So yes I agree with you, on just food alone it can be much cheaper, but when you add things like coffee, wine, dog food and so many other things it adds up quickly.

[@shahjehan]

Live within reason and enjoy your freedom. The super peso exists because it’s Mexico’s time to shine.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Amen! Very well said! Viva Mexico!

[@jpmorgan2749]

I Agee 1000% as a person who lives in the US but my heritage is Mexican, It’s a small price to pay to have personal freedom. Viva Mexico!🇲🇽

[@AngelloDelNorte]

Doesn't matter if the peso goes up, what counts is if the government is willingly to pay better wages for the mexican people.

[@moisesrodriguez7650]

It's all the green paper the US printed without any real value backing it up. Next year you'll pay around $1400 a month. Ah, but in the US you'll need at least twice as much just to get by.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's right. Thanks for sharing!

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

Today normal middle class lifestyle in Mexico I'd say is at $1200 a month, but if you want to live like a king you're already at over $2000 a month in most places, maybe even $2500 if you're talking certain resort towns. Is what it is guys, Mexico isn't cheap anymore, and don't blame Mexico, blame your stupid government back home for debasing their currency.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing

[@jeffokriya3389]

The US has not been very proficient in handling it's economy , but the main reason for the strong Peso is Mexico's outstanding performance . . . Proof of this is that in other countries the USD is still strong. Greetings.

[@dennishassler605]

@@jeffokriya3389 AMLO has said he wants to bring the dollar down to 16 pesos, so certain other countries still value the dollar more than Mexico does. It will likely return more to value over time. Mexico has let the value of the dollar drop by 20% where most other countries may have let it drop by 10%. Still, if you move to Mexico you will live much better than you do here. If you just stay clear of tourist areas, you'll experience better pricing, because pricing is tied to the labor rates for the people - stay in the native neighborhoods and you'll do just fine.

[@nickyingtavorn5491]

yes U right getting harder to wait for this stupid team out from the white house this team bring the country economy down badly

[@georgeparrish]

It’s all just cyclical! This cycle happens every 5 to 7 years. The historical charts tell the story. Give it a year or two and the dollar will be back to $20 to $1.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It is very cyclical, I see is the trend continuing for a bit more than that. I guess we will all find out eventually

[@buildingbuildercip8292]

Once again another great video. You might want to get your shocks checked. Looks like your truck is bouncing a lot more than it should.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks, will do!

[@cassandragarcia3363]

I've read that the exchange will trend back up to 18 to $1 usd. The central bank interest rate is 11% and there is discussion of lowering that interest rate.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! I guess we will all find out what happens together!

[@XennialGuy]

Already back to 17.5.

[@NeonAnimeDreams]

Well, looks like its Colombia all the way for me now, still possible to live well on $750 a month there.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Good luck! Thanks for sharing!

[@Acadian72]

Merida is a beautiful city but....There are other cities in Mexico that are far more affordable than Merida. You will save so much every month on your electric bill alone and be so much more comfortable with cheaper rent. If a person is retired on a fixed income...look for another city in Mexico that isn't hotter than two mice bangin in a wool sock!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing! You make a great point! Living in Paradise in close proximity to the beach is not for everyone!

[@crawford_financials]

you can find less expensive places here in Merida. my rent is 11,000 pesos and our apartment has solar panels so electric runs under 1,000 peso every two months. wifi 750 peso monthly. 500 peso for gym membership X 2. food and essentials roughly $400 usd for two per month. modern with a pool. you have to be patient and look around. look for local areas. I'm in Xcumpich and I rarely see expats around here.

[@Acadian72]

@@crawford_financials I lived in Merida for two years....Of course you can find cheaper places...that's anywhere you go. My comment was aimed towards retired people living on a low fixed income. Merida isn't the best choice for THEM

[@dsa2591]

I'm looking at a city in the mountains that has everything you need and is much cheaper than the expat destinations like Merida and Guanajuato. I live a very simple lifestyle. I want to live like Mexicans do, and not the rich Mexicans, just the everyday Mexicans. Most people looking to come to MX want to live a high-fallutin' lifestyle on poor people's budget. Those days are gone, but you can still live a good life if you are frugal and don't want anything fancy.

[@Acadian72]

@@dsa2591 What city are you looking at?

[@bradleypollack5658]

I hate to say this Jose. The inflation, if you consider the dollar exchange, is at 25% within a few months!! Then 5% inflation in Mexico totaling 30%. It’s painful. I am fortunate I live in Tijuana. I can buy my items in the US and bring them across and my rent is in dollars not in pesos.

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

Thats so weird in the 80s my tios used to go to Tijuana every other weekend to grocery shop in TJ because it was so much cheaper. How things have changed. When did rents switch to dollars?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Interesting. Thanks for sharing

[@melbees1939]

Where do you get your eyeglasses? I need to get some when I am in Merida

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Watch this video to where and how my glasses are made kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5Ckm6pspduFfqs

[@coffeewithbabymae6503]

In the past two years, it's just been crazy, eh? :) at first I thought it was possible, now I don't know....

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing

[@midlifecrisis7888]

I met a woman from Paraguay and she showed me a really nice home for like 50K, most basic needs like food and medical care are also still very cheap. On the other hand you can forget about any amenities or comforts from home (US) like fast food chains, clothing/malls, amazon shopping, etc. Paraguay is also kind of in the middle of nowhere so coming and going back to your original country will be time consuming and expensive. If you don't care about chilling down there for long periods of time then I would look into it.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Ana183]

That would be right up my alley. Since I am a very strict vegan, cook my delicious vegetables and fruits everyday. Don't eat out. Don't support big corporations like Amazon, and the fast food joints. Use public transportation, buy from street vendors, and live close to Centro. I value my freedom. I value my humanity. Mexico is my home. Mexican people are my people. Viva Mexico.

[@dennishassler605]

Brazilians say that all their stolen cars end up in Paraguay, so maybe their prices on cars are lower, too?

[@cascadiaadvancedmanufactur2034]

5min of good info. 40min of the same thing being said a different way

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing your opinion!

[@jmac3327]

Certain parts of Mexico are still much cheaper than the US. Thailand and the Phillipines are alternatives, and even cheaper than Mexico, but are located on the other side of the planet.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is correct. Thanks for sharing

[@dsa2591]

Exactly! It all depends on where you live. Merida is getting to be an expat community, which drives prices up. I'm looking at somewhere that isn't an expat destination, and plan to live in a normal Mexican neighborhood. There are many small towns that are much cheaper than Merida or Guanajuato, both expat destinations now.

[@elwazaraza]

Yes, the Philippines, Vietnam and Thailand are great options.

[@johng4093]

Agree, that's the trade-off, if you're from the US and need to return for whatever reason, it's a long flight from SE Asia. Different time zone too.

[@dennishassler605]

The primitive smaller cities and towns in Mexico are cheaper, but without the tourist trade being a factor there's not much infrastructure. There may not be a quality cup of coffee in some of these towns, to bring your beans with you. The people are amazing wherever you go in Mexico.

[@BizMak559]

Thanks for bringing back the sound effects buddy!!!! As I watching the beginning of your video the first sound effect started making me laugh and my girlfriend said why are you laughing and she looked at me wired and I told her you wouldn’t understand…It’s just funny!!! 😂

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it brother! 😅

[@Harleyquin62]

Jose, thank you for all the hard work. ❤ The prices are going up , yes. I see more freedom in Mexico.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the video! Saludos!

[@xjl890]

Don't worry my Mexico will be a great place to live the peso will stabilize at a reasonable price to continue exporting to the United States it will be a win win for both nations so relax and just enjoy the wave

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@DandMtravel]

Jose is telling the truth, but the only one who can adjust to a budget is you, everyone is different, some like to eat in expensive restaurants, I like the cafeteria on the corner. I am interested in sleeping in a clean bed and taking two showers a day and having my clothes clean. I already had luxuries and nothing is forever, Mexiquillo is to enjoy it not to have worries😂😂😂

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Very well said! Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@nickyingtavorn5491]

wow'''nice that what I like clean bed take shower 2 or 3 times a day clean clothes because Mexico is high humid

[@DandMtravel]

$$$500 is very expensive for food, in America I don't spend that and I eat a variety of foods. That's why I say travel and do your own study and follow Jose's advice, but always trying to explore the place where you want to live.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

$500 is not just for food but also toiletries and many other household items most people over look until they are doing their budget. But yes I totally agree with what you said. Don't just take my advice. Everyone should do their own research and figure out their own budget. In this video I was just using an average cost based on my own personal costs for me, my wife, and dog. Everyone will have a different budget.

[@tonydanzl]

Very good take on the whole situation. 👍

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Muchas Gracias!

[@LESHAUNWILL]

22:57 that part !!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

😅

[@moreno-lh7ys]

yes lol that"s the way we roll over here more tolerant not road rage lol and we love it

[@ralphlinville6646]

The Mexican govt will manage the peso to settle around 16-17 It will not go down to 10 Mexico is an export driven economy so it cant let the peso get too strong. because that will make mexican exports more expensive and destroy its competitiveness

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Thanks for sharing!

[@lawnfreak3543]

Apts with roaches the size of cats here is about 1000 US dollars a month but that's for the lowest of the low so it's still way cheaper it costs about $1,000 a month for food about another 7 or 8 for utilities

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I cant even imagine living in the US these days

[@lawnfreak3543]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I drive an ice cream truck here and I used to drive a cab I know a little bit of Spanish could I move there and drive a taxi or start an ice cream truck

[@dexterspeights3484]

Too many people from CALIFORNIA are running to MEXICO because they have been priced out of America!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Only people from California? 😅

[@dexterspeights3484]

​@@JoseArteagaTravels EXPENSIVE DUMPS in AMERICA with HIGH CRIME + POVERTY & POOR MIGRANTS!

[@daisyapontehavenmemoriestr8552]

Good thing you mentioned. Because this KZbinrs have videos for living in $800 or less. And that’s not the reality

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It used to be a reality and it can still be a reality for some. It all depends on your personal monthly budget and where and how you choose to live. Many Mexicans live on less than 800 USD a month and support a whole family

[@dsa2591]

Can be. Depends on how you want to live. An unfurnished studio in a working class neighborhood, cook your own food, don't drink or party a lot, do inexpensive or free entertainments, take public transport and you can easily live in some places for $800-1,000.

[@amandajane28]

I'm starting to think it's getting cheaper. Items I always buy at the grocery store are now cheaper than they were months ago, and not on sale, just a cheaper price. Utility bills like electricity, water, gas, and phone are very cheap. Rental prices, you can find nice houses and apartments in Merida for 10,000 pesos a month and under. Furnished and unfurnished. This is what I'm seeing, anyway.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You are 1000% on point! Yes I have mentioned this before as many things are coming down in price in Mexican Pesos. What the main topic of todays video is the actual exchange rate which if it keeps heading in the same direction will only make things exponentially more expensive when you are dealing with the US Dollar to Mexican Peso exchange rate

[@amandajane28]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Yes, agreed. Now is a very good time to do some shopping in the US. I'm looking for a laptop, and they're very cheap in the US. I'm loving the stronger peso.

[@norveda]

In the USA Too! I guess that now that we’re out of the pandemic prices are starting to get to “normal” little by little… sadly housing prices keeps increasing… Restaurants are luxury now, even if is fast food!!

[@0GSoon]

What do you want to say on the chart, the US dollar is getting stronger since 2004.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Thanks for sharing!

[@EllieM_Travels]

I was there in 2016. It was glorious! Sorry to see that’s no more.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Mexico is still glorious! In fact it gets better and better each and every day.

[@moreno-lh7ys]

@@JoseArteagaTravels WOW Jose gracias mi hermano most of mexicans we feel it every day since AMLO took over the minimun salary has going up 3 times in 5 years so yes it"s getting better and better each and every day mill gracias

[@AJ-he2cz]

Thanks great vid as always, in the background what area were you travelling through? Thanks AJ

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I drive only in Merida Yucatan. So just many random parts of the city. There is no real order to them. I myself dont know many of the neighborhoods myself 😅

[@hectorcruz3368]

make friends in mexico they might rent a place for very cheap i know someone one who dont pay nanything becuase of.his onesty all he have to do is take care of the guys second house make surr is.clean and dont let stranger brake down the house

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great advice! Thanks for sharing

[@robertweinlood7706]

Most of my friends are mexicans from merida we speak english and spanish have big partys with lots of tequila and in merida family is everything kids come first always at the beach this summer we got a house from my wifes aunt 20 people stayed there for a week during Pasquale anyone from merida will know also take your kids to the zoo in merida and park las Americas but my favorite is Sundays eating cochaneta with family or arranchita ice-skating in liverpool mall or adults go to the casinos on weekends go to the mayan architecture walk around also take a ride to other places rio lagartos nice place small town or go to cancun you should never be board (work no never again ) and im happy but you need a car a must 1000 will get you one and mechanics are cheap

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@LESHAUNWILL]

Oh and Jose I’m not sure where you live in Merida but the average rent isn’t 3-something I’m looking in Conkal area north and the average rent in Dollars is 1000 USD And I’m just looking at two bedrooms maybe some three bedrooms with a smaller layout and no dipping pool but most of the homes are going for 16,000 pesos to 20,000 pesos and some are in a Privada and some are not. But maybe I’m just bougie because I know what I like and I’m not gonna come all the way to Mexico to settle. So that’s the thing that a lot of people have to consider like you said.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Trust me there are plenty of homes in that price range. You can look at some of them yourself online or in person. In fact here is a link to a local group where all postings for homes are 10k pesos or less a month facebook.com/groups/913642873122019

[@dsa2591]

Those same houses here in the states are about 4x that much.

[@LESHAUNWILL]

@@dsa2591 yep that’s for sure

[@ayoutubechannel.1733]

Guatemala seems to be a cheaper option now.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome had no idea! Guatemala used to be more expensive. I should check it out since its so close to the Yucatan. Thanks for sharing!

[@ayoutubechannel.1733]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Belize is far more expensive than both Mexico and Guatemala. In Guatemala, Antigua seems to be more expensive than Panajachel and other towns around Lake Atitlán.

[@johng4093]

Pretty much impossible to predict the future...when someone starts out saying "if trends continue...", you can ignore the rest. US social security income is inflation adjusted every year, it's not static. Rental income increases with inflation. Real estate value increases with inflation. If you have those assets/income then you can weather the storm. Best to have multiple options, wherever you are.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great point. Don't put all your eggs in one basket!

[@ralphlinville6646]

Im 62 and just retired with $2,200/mo pension: is that sufficient for a single guy who will be renting? Thx

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes it is!

[@ralphlinville6646]

Hows $2,200/mo for a single retireee who will be renting a nice place

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great!

[@oscarp2629]

As the fed continues to raise rates, the dollar will continue to fall. You forgot to mention homeowners insurance, which has increased 67% in the past 2 years in Florida.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Good thing you dont need to have home owners insurance in Mexico! Thanks for sharing!

[@jenniferressmannwriter]

@@JoseArteagaTravels This is something I find odd. So who pays if there is serious damage? Maybe it's cheaper to put on a new roof 👍

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@jenniferressmannwriter You the owner pays

[@Ana183]

Will we be asked to present more money to be qualified for a temporary or permanent visa?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You can watch this video for more information on visa requirements kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnbUZ6Nqgbp_oaM

[@darkmanj666]

Jose has a Grindr account

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I do? 💀😂

[@fp2374]

Even going back was 10 pesos t 1 I am traveling to Mexico since 1994. Saludos

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva México!

[@Acadian72]

Jose, maybe you can do a video on renting and the AVAL situation that forces most people to pay double security deposits and the lawyers that charge another month's rent just to watch you sign the lease. Yep, come to Merida and be prepared to pay 4 months rent up front to move in. Nobody has ever made a video or talked about it

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I actually already made a video on that exact topic. The video talks about why that is and how it works. Also gives you many tips on what to do when renting a home and how all that works and more. Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp2mZ2ilrcyMnKs

[@Acadian72]

​@@JoseArteagaTravelsMy bad I didn't see it. I can speak from experience, I only had to pay a Aval in Merida..some others charge it but I looked at at least 10 homes in Aguascalientes...the dreaded AVAL was not even mentioned. Merida had become the most expensive city in Mexico and not a smart destination for someone on a low retirement income anymore. Many people are realizing it the hard way now.

[@norveda]

Have you heard of “OFERTA Y DEMANDA” more People is going to Mexico (Mostly Yucatán) because it was cheap, but of course if your product is selling as hot fresh bread you will increase the prices!! Especially that the “Gringos have money” so, they can easily pay! Sadly that affects the whole community, the locals that don’t earn as much as an foreign does, even that they work they asses off!! So YES!! Immigrations has a lot to do with all the prices going up, not just the dollar price dropping!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I agree and most of the foreigners coming to the Yucatan are from other parts of Mexico as well. Thank you for sharing!

[@avemaria3673]

I am Mexicana, I live in México City, and even with inflation, prices fixed such as light, internet, cell phone hasnt change at allá in years, story is different with food and groceries

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree the price hasn't changed much in pesos it the exchange rate that's hurting peoples pockets 😅 Thanks for sharing! Saludos!

[@OfftoMexico11]

I'm Canadian, the exchange rate is still quite good...the Mexican dream is still alive!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@dennishassler605]

In tourist towns and in tourist areas of those towns the prices are higher, but if you stay away from the main tourist areas and eat at local restaurants, it's much, much more economical. Also, if you are off season, you can pay half the price for accommodations - be certain to ask for lower rates off season.

[@Kwesi61]

Do a Google check the pesos was 10 to 1 in 2004

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Correct. I show it on the charts I present in the Video. Thanks for sharing

[@robertpaulwashingtonshaw3950]

USA inflation rate is 2.97% Mexican inflation 5.08% if that continues the Peso will devalue against the dollar LONG TERM

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Don't go by those official numbers. US inflation should be more like 297%

[@ralphlinville6646]

Hows $2,200/mo for a single who plans to rent?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great!

[@dsonyay]

What countries or locations ARE cheap? Just curious. Southeast asia seems to be a very cheap region to live in general

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's a great question!

[@ayoutubechannel.1733]

Guatemala is reasonably cheap.

[@marcusewaldo3627]

Mexico's main contributors of gdp are manufacturing, remittance and tourism. All three will eventually suffer the effects of the super peso which will eventually impact the echange rate.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

The real Mexican economy is mostly informal and not measured in its GDP. But regardless I talked about that in the video and just think those won't really cause a negative impact it will just make Mexico stronger. Only time will tell. Thanks for sharing!

[@kellyname5733]

I agree with you Marcus. Manufacturing will need to be closely equalivent to what countries have been used to paying, such as goods from China, which is getting too expensive for shipping and fuel. I believe Mexico is the new China. Tourism cant be too high otherwise folks will go elsewhere. Remittance could be curtailed when transferring US dollars for sure. Let's not forget that hundreds of thousands of Americans and Canadian folks move to Mexico and bring plenty of money. That is a huge plus for the over all Mexican economy. Indeed Mexico will become stronger and the people will prosper. That makes me very happy.

[@patborecky2166]

Does this mean my Canadian dollars will buy me more pesos than US dollars

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You need to check the actual exchange rate to see if that is true as it fluctuates daily. But short answer I would say No

[@B_yourself316]

The BRICS nation’s

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

BRICS is more like a wet dream at this point. More likely to see a new Dollar over take the old Dollar or some other currency coming out of left field or a Free for all with a Gold Standard

[@orangeniggalo4767]

Man I live in Mexico and Tijuana area and the price of the liquor and the prices of the whores is double I am so pissed off right now I can't go to the strip club anymore because the girls literally charge an arm and a leg

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Sorry to hear that. Thanks for sharing!

[@moreno-lh7ys]

lol ha ha haha the girls taking advantage of the inflation too ha ha ha

[@garymendez-tj4bw]

Is Guatemala cheaper?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Not that I know of. Many people who visit coming from Mexico often comment on how it is slightly more expensive

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

Depends on where in Mexico you're comparing it too, Veracruz might be a little more cheaper than Guatemala, maybe San Luis Potosi, possibly Chiapas, but that's about it, Guatemala will be the same or slightly more expensive than most other parts of Mexico, unless of course you're comparing it to the resort towns, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta ect, in which case yea Guatemala will be cheaper, but then again so is Rural Alabama.

[@demarcosmith581]

Hello Jose glad to see you again 😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hola! Welcome back!

[@lawnfreak3543]

Could I legally move to Mexico and start like an ice cream truck like I do in the United States that's what I do here I'm considering moving to the Yucatan Cozumel I really like the island I scuba dive I usually go once a year I can speak enough Spanish to get by but I could surely learn the language fluently

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Kinda sorta you can check this video out for more information kzbin.info/www/bejne/bajOf3eXj7Z3pKs

[@lawnfreak3543]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I watch that so if I bought a van and put two freezers in it and sell popsicles like I do here and put dry ice on top of it with anybody f*** with me?

[@lawnfreak3543]

I'm to my breaking point lol I don't want to be a multi-millionaire I love the culture in Mexico I've never stayed at an all-inclusive resort I always stay with the locals that's part of the fun lol last time I went there I got drunk as hell with a cab driver and he took me to a whorehouse the entire time I was there I hung out with his friends and family I felt very at home

[@kevinstrong7520]

Middle and lower class US citizens are so quick to retire. Once you jump out of the "working class plane," you need to make sure you have a parachute. Often, it's the ones with limited financial resources who are so quick to retire but they had NO problem working for someone for 40 years. Don't have a mid-life crisis on $1,000 a month and say now it's my time only to end up poor (use technology). Personally, I am NOT compromising my lifestyle "hoping" I can make it. I'd rather create an online business or work remotely to add multi streams of income to mitigate inflation. Who brainwashed us to believe we should work for 40 years and try to make it on $1,000 Dollars (US Scam)? Invent yourself, find ways to create passive income THEN consider moving to a place where it's cheaper with lower taxes. YOU CAN"T OUT RUN INFLATION ON A LOW FIXED INCOME.

[@kevinstrong7520]

thx you@@watchfuleye275

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Red1Moon]

In 2017 the dollar touched 25 pesos and is now about 18.. that is a 28% difference along with inflation in Mexico running over 5%. That means it is now at least 33% more expensive in Mexico compared to 2017... For those on a budget that is huge..

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

According to the google chart I was using Mexico's peso did not hit 25 to 1 until 2020 for a very brief moment. But yes the drop in the value of the dollar in recent times has caused a 20% increase in prices across the board.

[@Red1Moon]

@@JoseArteagaTravels long story short it's not cheap here anymore. A lot of Americans are freaking out. Humble living and forget the frills or a huge bankroll are the only solutions. Keep up the good work José.

[@Red1Moon]

@@JoseArteagaTravelssorry yeah your right it was 2020.. We eat out 2 or 3 times a month and food at the local market is great quality and at an affordable price. As the USA goes down in flames Mexico carries on as usual. People get along here and try to help one another.

[@Re3iRtH]

Your comparison is off because the real inflation rate in the United States is much higher than Mexico, so actually you should be subtracting from 28% not adding.

[@Red1Moon]

@@Re3iRtH American inflation has nothing to do it that calculation. We are talking about changing USD to mxn. Who cares about American inflation if you don't live there. It doesn't affect your spending power here in Mexico at all. The exchange rate and local inflation do.

[@catlaroja]

Aussie dollar is 11 peso and USD its 66c

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@msantacruz430]

Mexico is still cost effective. You can buy a new 2 bd room house for $30k. That is cheao

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thats right! Thanks for sharing!

[@J.D.Vision]

Ive been watching the dollar exchange for months, and the dollar keeps going down.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Dropping like a rock!

[@J.D.Vision]

​@JoseArteagaTravels • Been watching the Colombian peso also, it's already down around 1,000 pesos.

[@dsa2591]

It will go back up. It always does. I'm 71. I've been through inflations, deflations, many recessions and a depression they called a recession. Things always straighten themselves out. The pandemic had a lot to do with this downfall. It's over. The $$ will come back, like it has before.

[@ralphlinville6646]

K

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

👍

[@jaliscoguanajuatotravelsan5679]

For a lot people in expat communities, towns like San Miguel de Allende and Lake Chapala Mexico will not be Paradise anymore. They might want to learn Spanish before coming down and or learn here , taking some introductory classes too because they might have to move to more remote areas in Mexico and there more expat communities may MAY develop. I’ve been predicting this for awhile now Thanks amigo.🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Muchas gracias por compartir amigo!

[@AngelloDelNorte]

Where was this mentality for the USA? When people said the same thing they are called r*cist. Lol

[@jrgarciab]

You keep saying 20%, but your on-screen budget increase is 27%. That's brutal, man.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for clarifying! Math is not my best subject 😅

[@DandMtravel]

I recommend that people who speak English find someone who speaks perfect Spanish and English to guide them on how to negotiate an apartment because if they see someone who doesn't speak Spanish they will try to take advantage🤔🤔🤔

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing

[@gumerzambrano]

They should take advantage as they should. The transplants have much more money than the locals so makes sense they pay more than locals. Tenemos que ayudar a la raza 🤙🏼

[@DandMtravel]

@@gumerzambrano Entiendo su punto,pero recuerda el pez muere por la boca.

[@gumerzambrano]

@@DandMtravel que? ive never heard that saying en mi vida

[@jrgarciab]

@@gumerzambrano No, man. Raising prices on foreigners is not cool. Imagine paying more for an Uber, Snickers or Doritos because you're a foreigner. Also, raising prices that way, over time, also causes rent increases in the rest of the neighborhood. That hurts the locals more over time.

[@dimassunvalley]

The ramguy😂😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Ramrod

[@Re3iRtH]

You can still live a very cush lifestyle in La Condesa or Roma Norte neighborhoods of Mexico City for under $2,000 a month. A similar lifestyle in a major US city that is safe with equal amenities is $6,000+. So I will still save Mexico is a pretty darn cheap country.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great point! Thanks for sharing!

[@davidjasso178]

How much is rent or homes worth in Roma and Condesa>?

[@dg3831]

Don't forget the gringo tax

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great point!

[@DandMtravel]

Jose, when your wife goes to talk about something, she looks calm and without stress. That's what's important. getting up in the morning and when you check the mail and the first thing you see, your credit score has dropped 50 points, what? IT JUST CAN'T BE? your heart starts to beat hard, two days later you open your door and see a white piece of paper taped to your door that says CODE COMPLIANCE you can't park on the grass call the offices, but it was only for one day, this is my house!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I still like AMERICA it was the best thing that has happened to me!🗽🗽🗽🗽🗽🗽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Leo88]

The Super Peso... keeps getting stronger and stronger... ouch.. it hurts to travel to Mexico since the dollar isn't as green down south anymore..(hehehe)

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@dsa2591]

$500 for food? Is this for two people? I don't spend half that much in the U.S., so that cost would be a lot less for me. The rent sounds really cheap to me. I was thinking of $300-500 a month. I could live in a studio for less, but would prefer a 1 BR. I don't plan to bring a car, so I won't have those expenses. Overall, I still pay much more for everything here. My rent here is cheap, and it's $735. My utilities & internet run about $200 a month. I live on a $961 SS check, so I have to get food stamps and medicaid to be able to live. I make a little bit online, usually about $200 a month. I planned on moving down next summer, and I'm praying the dollar gets stronger before then. It all depends on who wins the election next year. I've lived through a few inflationary periods, and they don't last forever. This one is already starting to ease off, because people have stopped buying many consumer goods because they can't afford them. It's getting to a breaking point. Thanks for your information.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes this is my personal Budget for me my wife and dog. $500 for groceries also includes things like toiletries and other everyday necessities we often overlook until creating a very tight budget. This is just a very rough estimate and it will vary from individual to individual.

[@JorgeGarcia-mh5il]

!! Amigo ..just put it like this .. $400 dollars would give you pretty decent house ( rental ) ..70 dollars utilities ( gas , internet , electricity every two months ) go to the market to get groceries for ?150 dollars /month .. why am saying this ?? .. because I own a house in Mexico... in your search get a mexican friend to help you with that and you're gonna be alright.. it is not that difficult... good day ..bye

[@dsa2591]

@@JorgeGarcia-mh5il Those were the figures I had in mind. All this stuff where people are saying you have to have at least $2,000 a month to live "a good life" in Mexico -- yeah, right! It all depends on what kind of lifestyle you want. I don't drink, smoke, or party. I have to cook all my own food, because I can't eat spicy food. For entertainment, all I need is a park or walking trail and an internet connection to watch tv/movies. I have one cat who may not even be coming with me. The numbers you put up are MUCH MORE like what I've seen, even in places like Tijuana where rents are going up. I think sometimes people are trying to scare us away from moving to MX.

[@JorgeGarcia-mh5il]

@dsa2591 !! guarantee ..you shouldn't have any problems , average a three bedroom house around 7 to 8 thousand pesos ( middle home ) the electricity runs about 500 hundred pesos every two months , gas only for yourself a 30 kg cylinder cost you around 630 pesos every two months , tel and internet no more than 500 pesos per month and groceries like I said don't go to the super market , go to the farmers market , you'll find fresh products, and affordable...the way you're describing yourself shouldn't have any issues to get what you're looking for just try to get in touch with someone already living there because the real state agents would try to take advantage weather you're from the US or Canada... best wishes for you and good luck bye

[@kulentarian55]

Ya eatng at home probably alot cheaper , coffee made at home , that would bring it to 200 a month or less for 1 person i think

[@emilybh6255]

The purchasing power of the dollar is to blame and is the REAL problem for ALL Americans (not a 20% increase of prices in Mexico - which just adds insult to injury) due to the FEDs constant printing of money. The more money in the money supply there is to buy the same number of goods and services, the higher the prices will climb in the United States to buy things and the less the dollar will be worth in other countries. Now it is a paltry 17 pesos when it used to be 20? That is pathetic! Americans need to put their foot down and stop allowing the central banks to do this. It is STEALING indirectly if your money is only worth 80% as much as it was. It is the same as if someone out right steals 20% of your money! Then if Mexican prices are also higher it is going to cost you even MORE money.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree this ponzi scheme needs to come to an end, but we all know that no one cares enough to do anything about it which is why they will continue to get away with devaluing the currency. Thanks for sharing

[@jenniferressmannwriter]

How do we put our foot down @emilybh6255? I'm in.

[@emilybh6255]

@@jenniferressmannwriter Author, Voluntaryist, Larken Rose says we have to STOP PARTICIPATING in ALL POLITICS. Once they see people aren't paying attention, have stopped voting and aren't buying into their fear mongering, which they use to control everyone, they lose their power. Remember no human has a moral right or a natural right or any legitimate authority to control another human including throw them in a cage or extort money from them or harm them in any way if they have never harmed anyone. Rather they should be left alone to live their lives. People should be able to participate in causes on a volunteer basis and not be forced to otherwise. Whereas in our so called "democracy" the 51% forces their will on the 49%! What kind of moral "free" society does that? People say we have a representative republic. Well representatives know the persons they represent and their views. Politicians don't. Larken Rose points out that republics are authoritarian ruling classes. There is nothing special about them. North Korea has one and they also have a constitution and a bill of rights. We have all been indoctrinated all through our time in school. We have been taught a lot of untruths and we all need to unindoctrinate ourselves and STOP believing the MSM or politicians without also doing your own research. Stop using the gadgets that make it easy for them to track you - especially your cell phone. Don't use your phone for transactions. leave it at home or use it just for phone calls. Pay with CASH. Don't scan QR codes. Remember voting does nothing but indicate you think the process has legitimacy and you are still buying into their charade. Besides, when you vote all you do is choose your slave masters. All politicians just end up making things worse for the people; country and world. Once enough people stop going along to get along, they lose their power. We need to stop wasting time listening to them. Just IGNORE them.

[@happyslave6783]

Mexico's central bank will not allow the peso to appreciate much more. It's bad for the economy and Mexican exports. It will print up a bunch and business loans might be easy to come by.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Not sure why Mexico would all of a sudden go in a completely different direction. Thanks for sharing

[@dsa2591]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Because they don't want to price native Mexicans out of their own country, that's why.

[@toddmaek5436]

Bro my 6month stamp ends in November. I'm trying to apply for that 4year residency regularization visa after that, then head to Panama to secure the Pensionado visa, then probably Paraguay or Brasil. At this point I'm on a mission to diversify as many residencies as possible on this side of the world before I head off to South East Asisa. So hopefully the Exchange rate isnt too crazy by December.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Good luck with all that! Thanks for sharing!

[@toddmaek5436]

​@@JoseArteagaTravelsThanks and thank YOU for giving so much good sober information. Telling it like it is

[@NickTravels0]

Why not hit Colombia?

[@Cumeni-Ha]

Im in the Domincan Republic right now. The U.S. Dollar is 1 to 56 DR pesos right now. The resorts and beaches are very similar to Mexico in every way.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jimmey011]

Jose, we're planning on coming to Mexico shortly. A few videos ago you said if we brought precious metals with us into Mexico that were minted in Canada or the US we could not exchange them in Mexico banks for Pesos. What is the solution, as we can not cash them in our own countries at present time without losing money?? We were really planning on using them to convert to Pesos later on when needed.

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

You can exchange them at many places that buy oro or plata & coins. I honestly don't know the rates they pay. Let me just say be very careful with your PM as they can be stolen. Make sure you trade them discreetly.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

There are many private dealers in Mexico. Also make sure you are traveling with under 10k in cash and metals. There's a limit at the borders

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

@@JoseArteagaTravels true the 10k (currency) limit takes into account PMs too, however it does not apply to gold Jewelry 😉. Travel like Mr T 🤔

[@jimmyboyles2868]

What town are they driving through in this video? Lots of cool old VW Beetles.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Merida Yucatan Mexico

[@daisyapontehavenmemoriestr8552]

Not only it’s more expensive. They want a fortune from you to get the permanent visa. Well it’s Thailand. Ecuador. Philippines ect

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

There are other ways to live in Mexico with having residency. You can watch this video for more info kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGTJhYlmaM2ieqc

[@moreno-lh7ys]

you don"t know what mexicans have to go truoght j and how much we have to pay for a visa in the us americans canadians and other countries they have it easy and cheap to get any legal documents in mexico if mexicans we would have as easy as other nationalities have it in mexico to get visa every single mexican in the us would be legal work and leave when the seasson is finished

[@claudiest-laurent1405]

Where is 344$ rent in mexico??? I was in the Oaxaca region and did not see this 300$ rent.....

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

All depends on the area of Mexico you are in and what kind of home you are looking for. But yes you can even find rents for much cheaper, just ask any Mexican..... or you can watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/noTEeIl8e66lq6c

[@patsyzepeda9339]

My Dream is to move to Mexico 🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Hope you can one day!

[@williamshaw8106]

Playa bound 🛫🇲🇽

[@mrdabolina7344]

Jose acabo de terminar un video de una pareja que viven en yucatan y se dedican a real estate y asuntos inmobiliarios, y ellos tambien mencionan que los precios han subido mucho, pero yucatan ahora ocupa uno de los lugares mas caros en mexico, por que mucha gente esta moviendose a ese lugar.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Muchas Gracias en Compartir!

[@BestlifeNomad]

BRUH!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

😅

[@BestlifeNomad]

@JoseArteagaTravels Ima hit you up after this house sells. We're gonna have lunch one day, you and I. We will need that dave Chappelle meme " my money" in a few years. But good the Raza, that's for sure .

[@robertweinlood7706]

Just so you know house prices have gone up my new house cost 5.5mil pesos in merida not too many mexicans can afford it mostly gringos and you still need to spend 1mil to finish it I also hear many people complain about bugs and animals get use to it your in tropical area mosquitos is what you need to watch for dungie fever very bad you can die babies small kids cover with net at night never use the coils you burn poison can result put bug lights in yard at night make sure no standing water always put a towel infront of all outside doors to keep out bugs and animals scorpions spiders inspect bedrooms before you sleep for snakes many poison ones before eat fruits wash in disinfectant remember they use ddt there no rules on pesticides also swiming in cenotoes have ameboes that swim up the penis (you are not in kansas anymore) if you see a line on your walls it is termites kill them now ants will be everywhere nothing you can do everyone there has ants. Never walk bearfoot always use slippers you will get diarrhea all the time there is no food safety there or temp regs from the😅 restaurant keep immodium on hand no one wahs hands after going to the bathroom use hand sanitizer they dont keep fish and meat on ice hehehe let me know if helpful im a retired Doctor ask any questions

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

So when is your flight back to the USA? 😂

[@demarcosmith581]

Jose in the future I want to live off grid in Fiji islands!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@soulshine8531]

Yeah I’m looking at going back to Texas and back to work. Doesn’t help I’m feeding lots of hungry animals here.. 1500/mo is not cutting it going into savings too much.. decent groceries, gasoline, any goods i need for household unless it’s handmade down the street. decent car was 165,000 -more than i had anticipated spending. Not just the weak dollar/ string peso inflation here as well. Trying to find cheaper rent in the city over before i pack it up. ✌🏼

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

Wow crazy hope you find cheaper rent

[@JuanMoreno-wo5yb]

I am wondering what percentage of USA citizens and Canadians are no longer going to even entertain the idea of going to Mexico now? I am considering other countries more now! I am in Mexico and it’s not as comfortable as I would prefer it to be. Thanks Jose… ❤

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It will be very interesting to see what happens as the tides begin to turn in another direction. Thanks for sharing

[@cassandragarcia3363]

If the only reason they are coming here is the cost of living, el cheapo, they won't survive Mexico anyway...so good. Let them go somewhere else. Good luck with that. Wherever you go, there you are.

[@JuanMoreno-wo5yb]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I differ in my ideas about what is to come. We don’t know all the variables and you have great insights. I have some ideas but not as concrete. I believe Mexico as a whole will prosper greatly but over much more time and it has to get rid of the cartels. Mexico needs a bunch of Bukele’s like El Salvador has… The USA is in my estimation going to come back stronger. Any Republican President will make the big difference. I know it’s political and that’s a gamble but if the US is going to survive, we need some Bukele’s also!! ❤️ Say hi to your horse!

[@Cumeni-Ha]

​@JuanMoreno-wo5yb the U.S. always comes out stronger after the storms its gone through. The Country as a whole is very resilient.

[@Teporame]

We could not care less if you stay or leave. I am very happy because my pension just went up 20% when changed into dollars.

[@deborahjohnson-hall3342]

Hola, Jose! You did it again! 😮 You drove right past my stomping grounds in my 1st trip to MX/Merida. I stayed in a hotel at Paseo 60 for a few days until I could move into my Airbnb and you drive right past it. You were on the same street I walked everyday during my stay. (And where I met the Hat Man!) It was a great area to introduce me to the city. Planning to come back for Christmas break again … God willing!! 🙏🏽😉

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! So happy to hear that!

[@angelab4652]

😊

[@dennishassler605]

With many countries the dollar may be down 10%, generally, but in Mexico it's down 20% and that's true with Colombia as well. In Brazil and the Philippines it's down more like 10%. It seems there's an effort to cheapen the dollar in Mexico - the future will soon tell us the direction. At least, I can drive my car to Mexico, which is nice.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kellyname5733]

Drive your car to Mexico? Where in Mexico? Are you going to live in Mexico or just visit? Unless you are in the 'free zones' you will have to pay import tax and other fees to bring your car for longer than a visit. For visiting (which folks do for long periods), you are definitely going to need a TIP. I really hope you have done your research.

[@dennishassler605]

@@kellyname5733 Thank you Kelly! I have often spent summers in Mexico, but usually go their summers to escape the AZ heat. I usually hub from P.V. and tour other areas in Mexico. Lately, the dollar has lost 20% in Mexico and Colombia, but only 10% in Brazil and the Philippines, so Americans should consider that while traveling - my brother lives in the Philippines. I like taking my car to Mexico and I bring my dogs with me - my smaller dog was a street dog from P.V. and she's an amazingly intelligent and affectionate dog. We love Mexico, but they have been squeezing the dollar for a long time already.

[@jenniferressmannwriter]

@@dennishassler605 This is what we want to do - from AZ! I am having a little trouble getting on board with driving - but I really want to do it. 👍 We might get our feet wet and just go to the beach 2.5 hours away.

[@dennishassler605]

@@jenniferressmannwriter Yes, my cousins have some Condos in Rocky Point and they go there often - I occasionally go there, but much prefer the Mexico in the tropics, too, because the weather's better and it's more like the real Mexico to me. I like the food chain with locally grown fruits and vegetables. If you drive there get Mexican insurance and if you travel deep into Mexico you may need to make a deposit you'll get returned to you on your return trip. Driving in Mexico requires paying attention to detail - for very alert drivers it's not a big deal, but they don't have skirts on the roads as they do here and opposing lane traffic is more dangerous driving - the toll roads are much safer but still not as safe as freeways here, so use the toll roads as much as possible.

[@Wnl-pz5ox]

More e-begging and asking for money when alot of your videos give inaccurate information. Come on man!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Thanks for watching!

[@JorgeGarcia-mh5il]

!! Jose ...just wandering.. why you always filming or producing your videos in middle to poore neiborhoods in mérida ? Why not in north merida or high class neighborhoods?? For subscribers to have a diffrent perspective about the city ?? Saludos hemano ...bye

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Honestly because those neighborhoods are far away from me, also the truck wastes a lot of gas to drive up there and sits in lots of traffic in the north. Which is another reason I don't like to film there, mostly due to the traffic. Also the north is basically the same thing you already get in the USA and from my understanding there are other youtubers who live in those areas and try to show them regularly. But due to the fact they are like in the USA they are not very walkable and most of the time stuck in traffic. Also I have driven in those areas in the past and have many videos of walking around the the north of Merida but the reality is that it is not my cup of tea and therefore don't really like to go up there and I am only up there when I have to go up there and in those instances I try to film. Also most of the neighborhoods I show are normal neighborhoods. They might seem poor to you and others who come from the USA and want to live in the North of the city but the reality is that most of my viewers are looking for rent under 300 USD and these are the neighborhoods in which you will find them, not in the north of the city. I could go on and on but I think you get the point. Sorry to disappoint you by not frequenting the nice fancy north of the city on a regular basis.

[@jaygonzalez9280]

Poor

[@JorgeGarcia-mh5il]

@JoseArteagaTravels thanks for your replay ... ! Didn't mean or used the word poore to offend ..it is just the fact that am watching your videos and kind of surprise not to view downtown area or different neighborhoods .. Jose I am mexican American and own a house in Mexico also pretty familiar with the the country , I really appreciate your videos and thank you for the information you are providing to all of us ... l love mexico myself..... good luck bro... bye

[@JorgeGarcia-mh5il]

@jaygonzalez9280 hey bro .. yo tambien quiero mucho a mexico .. .mi pregunta especifica para el era de porqué ? no hace videos tambien en el norte de merida para que tambien los subscriptores tengan diferente perspectiva hacerca de mérida , óviamente sin ofender a nadie y mucho menos a mexico que como mexico americanos tambien lo queremos .. saludos ..bye

[@leemartinez2975]

Hi Jose! If the organized crime situation was under control do you think even more Canadians and Americans would move to Mexico? Some people from San Diego are moving to Tijuana for example. If Mexico was safer do you think there could be colonias of Americans in border cities?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I honestly feel safer in Mexico than I did back home. The crime usually keeps far away from the rest of the population

[@leemartinez2975]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I live in Reynosa, Tamaulipas. It is not safer here. Last year my wife's son was kidnapped and extorted for $10,000 USD. No, he is not involved in organized crime, we believe it was a case of mistaken identity. His tios that live in McAllen had to help pay that extortion. Last week 28 bodies were found in Reynosa. The list goes on and on all over the country. My wife and I live here because we are saving money to buy a home, we don't know where yet. I am not interested in moving back to the USA, at least not any time soon within the next 10 years. In which city do you live in? I ask because from what expats tell me on social media simply does not jive with the reality I see here on the ground. We are safe where we live in Reynosa because we live in a gated community. Perhaps the crime keeps away from the population where you live but in El Norte and in Michoacán, and Jalisco the crime is in your face. www.nbcnews.com/news/world/mexico-hacked-bodies-graves-reynosa-mcallen-texas-cartels-rcna95330

[@juannapoles]

​@@leemartinez2975 you're not well informed.. there is crime everywhere in Mexico, I've been living in michoacan for the past 12 years and haven't witnessed nor seen anything.

[@ayoutubechannel.1733]

Only certain places in Mexico are dangerous. Most places there are very safe.

[@dhbloom]

I love the videos when you’re driving around all the neighborhoods. How cool would it be if you had a little GPS thing on the screen that shows us where you are. We’ve lived here for 8 1/2 years but not in Centro . Some of the places we recognize and some we don’t and we always are trying to figure out where you are. Anyways, we love this part of the videos.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

The GPS thing would be super cool I totally agree! I am always finding new places myself and constantly getting lost too! 😅

[@dhbloom]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Us too. I am always driving around new areas of the city that I haven’t been to and getting lost. I love it. Thanks again

[@miguelacruz2003]

Hey Jose, thank you for these informative videos. Do you think $50,000 USD would be a good yearly salary to live comfortably in Mexico?

[@miguelacruz2003]

Obviously there are a lot of factors but I’m asking more of a generalized question. Thank you in advance.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes, absolutely!

[@williamshaw8106]

How about in Playa? 🛫🇲🇽

[@Harleyquin62]

Jose, is the rent prices cheaper for 1 or 2 bedrooms??

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Depends on what you are looking for, the area, and many other factors. You can find out more info by watching this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/noTEeIl8e66lq6c