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Living in Mexico on $130 Monthly Pension
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Күн бұрынRennie gets $130 per month from her Canadian pension. There's not many places in Mexico where you could live on that amount of money. But with a few other hustles, you can put together enough income to live in Mexico.
Rennie lives in the Jardines Alcalde neighborhood of Guadalajara. A nice middle-class Mexican neighborhood. When she moved to Mexico, she wanted to live like a local, not a tourist. She definitely lives on a budget, but can afford so much more in Mexico than she could in Canada. She's almost retired, collecting rent and also teaching English classes.
You can check out her short term rental here: casarennie.com....
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00:00 Welcome to Guadalajara
01:13 Canadian with $130 pension living in Guadalajara
02:18 How Rennie makes extra money
03:50 Expenses
05:43 Healthcare
07:40 Paying Taxes in Mexico
09:51 Speaking Spanish
12:20 Jardines Alcalde Neighborhood
14:30 House Tour
19:10 Adopting Buddy
Correction: 4:06 Annual Property Tax = $300USD 4:26 Annual Water Bill = $120USD 4:46 Electricity $23-35USD for 2 months
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@rigobertodelamora1493 11 ай бұрын
I was born in Jalisco but my parents brought me to the USA when I was 12 years old(I’m 39 yes old now) I never thought about moving back to Mexico but the cost of living in the USA is ridiculous. My wife and I are now looking to buy a property in Jalisco or Nayarit and live a more stress free life
@FARBOLUOS 11 ай бұрын
Especially if you live in California. It’s crazy expensive.
@julianridriguez2318 11 ай бұрын
Do it!!
@cityslickerf1507 11 ай бұрын
Was thinking the same. My dad is from Jalisco and I love it there. He’s 2 hours from Vallarta. I really liked Nayarit en Bucerias. 👍🏽
@hairyape3935 10 ай бұрын
Are you legal
@doe729 10 ай бұрын
I’d say the 20 million extra unwelcomes helped destroy what your parents were looking for.
@Lea-rb9nc 11 ай бұрын
Forced to retire early due an accident I could no ĺonger afford my house nor health care. As a native Californian, Mexico might have been the logical choice. However, I learned that France could be a good fit for me. I've lived on the Mediterranean since 2007 and love it more each day. If you follow your heart ❤ you will find where you belong. Best wishes.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Congrats on finding a spot in France. Europe is a great option for some folks - and it seems like you’re very happy!
@Lea-rb9nc 11 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico mais oui monsieur.
@hellooutthere8956 9 ай бұрын
Wht are the requirements to retire to France? I would love to bee in your shoes. How can I find out abt it?
@Lea-rb9nc 9 ай бұрын
@@hellooutthere8956 I'm sure requirements have changed over the last 16 years. Before moving, I came for six week with a rail pass and a backpack. I did research on the things that were important to me. I found a site online where you could ask questions and began communicating with someone who was very helpful. We became friends. I found a book that saved me A fortune. Basically I did my homework and I wouldn't change a thing. I wish you all the best. Viva la Belle France 🇫🇷.
@sayedalamshahi1734 8 ай бұрын
Life is getting more and more difficult in US.
@markwagner4909 11 ай бұрын
She isn’t living on $130 if she has additional income
@happycook6737 10 ай бұрын
Exactly
@MrKurdkiller 10 ай бұрын
It sounds like a rich person that has other businesses that does other things on the side and they’re trying to get us to believe that she lives off of 130 bucks a month there’s no way anyone can live off $130 a month
@evelinabeltran9102 9 ай бұрын
Of course he doesn't live on 130 dollars a month!!
@crush42mash6 9 ай бұрын
Buddy is awesome too
@isauro27 9 ай бұрын
Esactly wtf is this boy talking about it
@SoyyodavidZzxy 11 ай бұрын
I’ve watched hundreds of such videos. This woman was exceptionally informative and quite entertaining.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Dividendflywheel 8 ай бұрын
Agreed with the comment. She’s down to earth, authentic and informative. • Perhaps you could have plugged her vacation rental. • I have narrowed my search to Guadalajara (trying to eliminate the touristy & expat communities)
@Dividendflywheel 8 ай бұрын
Agree.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 8 ай бұрын
@@Dividendflywheel There are lots of options in GDL. I was surprised at how few expats I saw around town - even in the Colonia Americana. She doesn't seem to have trouble filling her vacation rental - even though her website is pretty antiquated. I have a link in the description, but lots of folks have troubles with it 😞
@Dividendflywheel 8 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico thanks
@brendataylor8388 11 ай бұрын
A lot of times interviews aren’t very interesting. This was excellent! Rennie is so personable. Great vlog!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Brenda!
@JCcreates927 4 ай бұрын
She was friggin irritating
@ritasoledad3593 7 ай бұрын
She does not pay rent. She owns her property. She rents property, teaches English, her retirement and she has a lot of knowledge. Good for her.
@Kiwiwanderer 11 ай бұрын
This woman is so impressive, capable, honest and adventurous . Makes me want to retire in Mexico. Love from New Zealand 🇳🇿
@julianridriguez2318 11 ай бұрын
Do it!
@jomar2849 10 ай бұрын
nooo please. stop retirimng im mexico. people who retire to mexico makes te living for locasl harder an s expensive
@engelaswart544 10 ай бұрын
I would NEVER leave New Zealand for Mexico
@guillescatering 9 ай бұрын
@@jomar2849it is true but on the other hand that helps the local vendors it helps the poor people soo it's not all bad just let them be!!!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 9 ай бұрын
@@engelaswart544 That's cool. Then stay in New Zealand. ;-)
@spiritualevolvedlightbeing8597 11 ай бұрын
This lady just gave the smartest tip to Americans who are planing to move to Mexico, Buy A property with the potential to rent a part of the house and live without working ever again forever damn
@mytuberforyou 11 ай бұрын
except she's still working as an English teacher.
@ginacardarella 11 ай бұрын
I would love to see as I've watched another videos. When selling, it gets a little tricky because of the way the paso moves up and down and how you sell, it's a little complicated to me.
@AfricanUSA-th9ov 11 ай бұрын
@ginacardarella She is Living Her Best Life. Living In Mexico After Retirement Is The Best And Cheaper
@qualitytraders5333 11 ай бұрын
You're probably referring to the peso. Besides, all currencies "move up and down". And the exchange rate doesn't affect local prices of real estate or food.
@vasquezalfred 9 ай бұрын
Oh what an awesome beautiful refreshing report story of a beautiful life. Can’t wait to be looking at the rest. Thank you so much.
@rc-ki4uy 10 ай бұрын
My friend retired to MX 11 years ago and loves it. I visited her there and fell in love as well. Most of the things I thought I knew about MX were not true. It’s a wonderful, welcoming, friendly, vibrant place.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Lots of mis information about Mexico.
@kathy2940 2 ай бұрын
What I don’t understand is why is everybody fleeing if it’s so wonderful? I know they’re coming from other places across the border such as Venezuela and Haiti. I always imagine Mexico would be dangerous because of cartels and prejudice, especially against white Americans.
@robertoconde9832 11 ай бұрын
Good to see happy people living in Mexico
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
There are so many happy people living in Mexico! The happiness of the locals rubs off on the foreigners.
@BPe-ie9je 11 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Brighton, the 'price' of PESO frightens me.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
@@BPe-ie9je I hear you. I've been waiting for it to go down against the dollar... but it's moving the other way...
@Lpmeff 11 ай бұрын
They can’t in Trudeau Canada
@BPe-ie9je 11 ай бұрын
@@Lpmeff they cant what ???
@MadeNCda 11 ай бұрын
Thank you Brighton and Rennie for this episode. Was feeling so tired today so to relax this evening and watch this was perfect. Very inspiring and creative way of making life doable on a tight budget. 😊I like the idea of living within an authentic Mexican neighborhood and def echo your sentiments about paying taxes!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Kate. Glad the video was well timed for you. I love how Rennie carved out part of her house and made a vacation rental - that's smart!
@Dividendflywheel 8 ай бұрын
It is an educational video.
@lenmaryan7943 11 ай бұрын
I love Mexico and embrace the culture. The people will guide you down the path of enlightenment.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
So true! Do you live in Mexico?
@jansmith3158 11 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico PLEASE pass on to this kind woman this info on how to cure diabetes with diet. YES, cure type 2!! To cure it's about changing diet. Doctors wont tell people this in person. You have to search yt for the truth....here's the truth: yt ch on keto & carnviore diet see Dr Berg, Dr Eckberg, Dr Mindy Pelz, Dr Ken berry, Shawn Bakker MD podcast, Nutrition with Judy, Kelly hogan, Steak and butter gal videos on Type 2 diabetes. She does not have to suffer with type 2 or continuous insulin for life. she can change her diet to carnviore diet or keto diet and cure it. library has books on both carnviore diet & keto diet. it works!!!!
@jeddog9613 8 ай бұрын
Really what path is that ? Catholicism ? Duffous.
@Dividendflywheel 8 ай бұрын
@@jeddog9613 Enlightenment = place a high premium on relationships. Slower pace of life
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 8 ай бұрын
@@jeddog9613 Maybe, but not the same Catholicism I've seen in the US.
@stevenhull5025 10 ай бұрын
As I am on a pretty dismal pension myself ($600 monthly) I was quite excited by the headline, "Living in Mexico on $130 Monthly pension". However, that is not the case. Rennie already owns a property in Mexico where she is presently living plus receives rental income from 2 self contained units. On top of this she teaches English online and also in person. Personally I feel the headline has skewered the truth. I feel suckered into watching a video which has dashed my dream of living in Mexico on a low pension.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Sorry - I figured most people would realize that you can't actually live in Mexico for $130 per month. I'm not aware of any place in the world where you can live that cheaply. I was hoping to inspire lower income people to look for creative ways to earn extra income to make it possible.
@skibee421 9 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico by lying- no excuses
@uncledodad 9 ай бұрын
Can you live for $150 a month.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 9 ай бұрын
@@uncledodadnot very comfortably. And you won’t be able to get a residency visa. Best to look further south or to Asia.
@SealBreeze 7 ай бұрын
Maybe Africa @@AlmostRetiredinMexico
@elvaplascencia6810 11 ай бұрын
I’m Mexican living in 🇺🇸 45 yrs I have family n friends in Mexico with their help by helping me find a affordable place , I will retire there with $845 dls income , ret budget $200 a month in a regular simple neighborhood non turístic area with a walking distance to the beach 🏝️ n mercado that’s what I love. Loved your video very encouraging for me makes me want to live son this yr.
@CHEFMONTALVO 11 ай бұрын
Why so less?
@Vergotabonita 11 ай бұрын
To what city will you go for retirement>
@AfricanUSA-th9ov 11 ай бұрын
@@CHEFMONTALVOAnything Close To The Beach Will Cost Him More In Every Countries
@CHEFMONTALVO 11 ай бұрын
@@AfricanUSA-th9ov i mean why so less after beingin usa 45 years!! Just 845 usd per month?
@skibee421 9 ай бұрын
@@CHEFMONTALVO working for cash, just like i did ok? i'm american
@HerLovesBooks 11 ай бұрын
Great interview. God bless her.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@malcolmphillips8610 9 ай бұрын
She teaches English & says 'how GOOD it works'!!! Good luck to her!
@Sassafrass-qh8po 4 ай бұрын
She said she teaches "Business English" which is actually more about just having casual conversation, going out for beers with business associates and chatting about sports and whatnot - it's not about strict grammar. Any native English speaker can teach Business English.
@alvarohernandezEVO 11 ай бұрын
I was born and raised in Jardines Alcalde and I can attest to its neighborly environment, we knew everyone and, during my childhood we would do block parties for Christmas celebrations. Colonia Americana, used to be a high class community before my time but now, its just famous for its night life.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your insights! Where are you living now?
@alvarohernandezEVO 11 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I live in California since I was 18 but I still got to Guadalajara 2 or 3 times a year
@aldebarandelabarre5259 11 ай бұрын
Well that will be finish soon when all this invader genteificate the hole área! How you can be that blind!! This is not fair or Goodyear for us the natives from this land, you stolen before and do it again
@alvarohernandezEVO 11 ай бұрын
@aldebarandelabarre5259 You're wrong. These people are not invaders in any way. They're being productive members of our communities, I have seen it. You complain about some of them mistreating our people, but in reality, you're complaining about people like you, negative and aggressive, and most likely, not productive members of society and I'm glad that the majority of us are not like you. I think you're just frustrated, and you're just ranting about lies that you carry in your own mind and your
@aldebarandelabarre5259 11 ай бұрын
@@alvarohernandezEVO you dont understad how bad is for our economy yes there's a bunch of nice people it is not personal, try to look the hole picture they can't afford to live onda their own country, usa economy is based in taking adavantage to the rest of the word, they need to pay more taxes respect our people or leave you just kissing asses Shame on you
@destinationmax 11 ай бұрын
I just love this video and Rennie is my inspiration. I’m on my second year solo here in Central Mexico and I long to have a rooftop sanctuary and some gardening as well. Something caught my eye in the first bathroom immediately. The water vase with plant hanging on the wall. Did you create this Rennie, or where the heck can I get something so unique and beautiful. 😮 Your home is fabulous.
@mariahcantu7668 11 ай бұрын
Omgeee Mee Tooo !!! With that thick COBALT base bottom and trim !!! It is GORGEOUS !!! 💙
@donnahughes8409 11 ай бұрын
I noticed that vase in the Bathroom as well. It reminded me of the Mexican blown glass pitcher & glass set I have in the clear & cobalt blue glass that I have.
@katree2002 11 ай бұрын
It looked to me like a large jug type bottle turned upside down with the bottom cut out. Beautiful ❤
@Mikearoniandcheese 9 ай бұрын
You probably didn't notice that the clear vase with the plant hanging on the wall actually had a beta fish.
@destinationmax 9 ай бұрын
@@Mikearoniandcheese I sure did! Sooo special. 💯
@luiseldewashington1768 11 ай бұрын
English is my 3rd language & when I moved to the USA as a kid they only put me in an ESL class for a few months then they transferred me to regular classes, had a hard time but I kept a dictionary with me 😂, watched shows n cartoons in English only & it helped a lot
@sue9252 9 ай бұрын
I just love her story and her compassion for taking in Buddy❤ I wish I was in her shoes.
@themediterraneanguy 9 ай бұрын
Good to see happy people living in Mexico. I love Mexico and embrace the culture there, especially the food.
@skibee421 7 ай бұрын
wish it would stay there!!
@liveourbest2067 11 ай бұрын
What a nice woman...And what a sweetheart Buddy is :)
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Buddy was so cool! Totally chill pup!
@petervernon 11 ай бұрын
As a Canadian I would love to live in Mexico. Of the places in Mexico I have visited, Xalapa is my favourite. I could never get tired of the scenery, architecture, cultural opportunities, music, art, book stores, markets and most of all the people. Beautiful.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Thanks Peter - I've never been to Xalapa - or anywhere in that region. There's so much of Mexico for me to explore!
@almabrava866 9 ай бұрын
Did you visit Xalapa, Veracruz?
@vickiladu6755 11 ай бұрын
I live in puerto vallarta and love it!!!! Can be reasonable to expensive for rents. To buy is a wide range of prices. Beautiful, friendly people, plenty of foreigners, retirees and snowbirds living here. Lots of activities to do, volunteer work, restaurants and theater. Beaches are beautiful north and south of the city center.
@user-zu6hm3tl7i 8 ай бұрын
Plenty of foreigners is bad news. They drive prices up.
@mackm7781 6 ай бұрын
I work for Costco would like to transfer there. But, I do not speak Spanish. I heard there are a lot of Americans, bit would you advise learning spanish?
@user-zu6hm3tl7i 6 ай бұрын
@@mackm7781 well shoot, the whole entire country's population is American! All 130 + million of them. What'd you think México was in Asia?
@rosaruiz5453 11 ай бұрын
I’m so glad that Caballero found you when needed help and the you and him have form a blessed family ❤
@LeobardoOscar 11 ай бұрын
Great interview, very inspiring! Thank you so much. God bless you both and welcome to Mexico. 🙂
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing your country with us!
@barbwall3678 9 ай бұрын
What a super remodel! She must have a great business head. I love the roof, the green plants, the sky lights. OMGOODNESS, Senor Buddy is a sweetie!🐶💖
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 9 ай бұрын
I agree! Thanks for commenting
@cindyk3076 11 ай бұрын
Enjoyable conversation with Rennie! How nice that she has ready income from her rentals, her $130 monthly pension may cover a utility but nothing else, so happy that she can afford to live there!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comment Cindy!
@losapriscos7258 11 ай бұрын
Did you hear the amounts that she gave? 130 dollars is about 2500 pesos. That will pay water or propane for at least half a year. Do the math.
@margaritayavila7455 10 ай бұрын
@@losapriscos7258$130 doesn't cover the rent, I pay $190 plus $400 for the rest of the living expenses.
@anabelguerrero7758 10 ай бұрын
Mexico is a wealthy country in every aspect!!
@Socrates1944 11 ай бұрын
I enjoy your videos, my beloved brother! You have a great personality, coming over as a decent, caring and kind person! Your insights into beautiful Mexico!!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
I appreciate your kind words! Thank you very much!
@AnnAndNala 11 ай бұрын
Love this! I love the life that she's carved out for herself. Lovely, just lovely. 🦋
@javiergallardo8999 11 ай бұрын
Great interview, Rennie is such a great woman, im glad to know people like to live in México and that dog, Dumbo its just adorable.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Dumbo is hilarious! And Rennie is great too. 😀
@maryjoan4128 11 ай бұрын
I love Love this video,, she is my hero,,, As a fellow Canadian,, she is amazing,,,, I would love to learn about her tourist rental,,, GREAT JOB THANK YOU,, cant wait to learn about the elder care in Mexico,, that you mentioned,,,, cheers & gracious!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! And thanks for the reminder about the short term rental. I'll add the link to the description: casarennie.com.mx/
@hedytorres2068 11 ай бұрын
Soy Mexicana viviendo en US por más de 16 años y este video me trae tranquilidad a la hora de retirarme -
@user-fg1yr5hv3r 11 ай бұрын
Habla ingles india maria
@jesuscarrillo3705 10 ай бұрын
@@user-fg1yr5hv3rtu mama
@hedytorres2068 9 ай бұрын
@@user-fg1yr5hv3r no entiendes
@Maven775 7 ай бұрын
@@user-fg1yr5hv3r Wow, racism in a video LITERALLY about living in Mexico. Why would someone need to speak English in Mexico? Or the United States for that matter. There is literally NO official language in the United States. Commonly spoken is not the same as ONLY spoken. And it damned well doesn't apply to other countries
@Wakaflockaflank 7 ай бұрын
@@Maven775people are so dumb. dude just said he’s Mexican so if he wants to speak Spanish or English do what you want to do. In the US, you’ll suffer from not speaking English but it’s your right to speak whatever you want
@jsantillan2002 11 ай бұрын
All the best to that wonderful woman👍🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸 SALUDOS DESDE LOS ANGELES.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Gracias amigo!
@TheyCallMeJTK 11 ай бұрын
This lady has it together 💯
@leticiagarcia334 11 ай бұрын
Hola, me encanta que te guste vivir y seas feliz en mi bella Guadalajara, todos los que amen a Mexico son Bienvenidos. Saludos
@manuelquintero6235 9 ай бұрын
Los Mexicanos quieren Norte y los güero. Quieren Estar en México ,quien los entiende pues,.
@sandroenriquez 9 ай бұрын
Menos los venecos imagino 😂😂😂
@angelicagarcia664 Ай бұрын
Cuanto se paga de renta un apartamento chico🤔
@Dividendflywheel 8 ай бұрын
Just subscribed to your channel. I’ve been thinking of a vacation home in Mexico. The idea of using it as a “vacation rental” is genius. • Will binge your videos to learn how to start the process- lawyer contacts, how to open bank accounts etc.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 8 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@terrytico4009 9 ай бұрын
Excellent video and the lady you interviewed really has her act together. Her house is lovely, and she was smart to set things up to generate extra income. It's great that she enjoys her neighbors and the area that she lives in.
@sr9253 11 ай бұрын
An advantage of Guadalajara is that it’s far enough inland where an expat can buy the property unlike the cities by the coast
@karlee3095 11 ай бұрын
I'm a single woman hoping to do something like this after my dogs pass away. I have three dogs and just unsure about the logistics of bringing them to Mexico. I hope to push through my fears and do what Rennie does.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Bringing dogs to Mexico is easy - especially if you drive across the border instead of flying. I think the limit is 2 per person, but they aren't really counting... I have a video about how great the vet care is in Mexico: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jtdyfqeGkrq9n4U.html
@zaraangeles3371 11 ай бұрын
You should go now ❤ take your lovely dogs
@AfricanUSA-th9ov 11 ай бұрын
Don't Wait Because The Dogs May Not Die Until It Is Too Late For You To Go Or Too Old
@tinydanceryoutube 8 ай бұрын
Me too. 63 widow. Wish I had courage. Feeling safe is huge for me. I just don't know about safety there.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 8 ай бұрын
@@tinydanceryoutube I guess you'd need to look at how safe you are currently. In the US, you never know when or where the next mass shooting will happen. Check out this video with my thoughts on violence in Mexico: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lcqji9yczLnPZ5c.html
@jimydoolittle3129 9 ай бұрын
Guadalajara is a wonderful city and the best whether all around , 🤗 expat here , people ,food , traditions, health services, culture, family , they have everything very affordable , 🇲🇽
@MiguelAngelo896 8 ай бұрын
I am glad that you guys are posting this type of videos on social media, the more the better it needs more exposure. In order to fix this foreigners issue in Mexico 🇲🇽
@Miranda3730 5 ай бұрын
What foreigners issue?
@bangkapihappy8295 9 ай бұрын
I lived for 17 months in a neighborhood called Bangkapi in Bangkok with my Thai wife. We paid $130/month for a 2 bedroom condo with 24 security. Walking distance to a mall, two massive outdoor markets, and 4 grocery stores . We could buy the condo for around $30000. Mexico looks great but honestly I see videos and I think Southeast Asia is the best value🤷🏻♂️
@gif24gt60 8 ай бұрын
When was this and how much is a 1 bedroom condo furnished in Bangkok and Pattaya?
@bangkapihappy8295 7 ай бұрын
@@gif24gt60 2022-2023. You can live expensively near Sukhumvit or cheaply like most Thais . I moved in with my wife in a very Thai neighborhood in a very Thai condo . No other farangs in my building. A lot of people don’t believe me because they try to live a western lifestyle in Thailand .
@joyceschetter5871 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video. I really enjoyed this woman’s story, and with the culmination of her adopting senior buddy
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Happy to share! Thanks for commenting.
@SationalCyn 10 ай бұрын
100 pesos = $5.74 USD for anyone wondering
@moviebuff6490 11 ай бұрын
What a great woman! Thank you for interviewing her.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. I have more interviews here: kzfaq.info/sun/PL0g8-PsBIVswzglfxyvyfUv-PLFxxYjKU
@georgetaylor2819 11 ай бұрын
9/03/23 What an enjoyable video -- THANK YOU - What a nice lady and an area well worth spending time/money/resources. I lived on the island of Puerto Rico for about 15 years and was away from the metropolitan areas. So I also had the same types of experiences with the local residents. She was very astute to see the potential in that building. Will watch others of your videos because you do them so enticingly well. thank you
@lojo8543 8 ай бұрын
It was so heart warming to see your dad again. And Tiko.always did special singing for him. That was a wonderful video.
@marianfrances4959 11 ай бұрын
Awesome woman, awesome dog, awesome home. 👍🇨🇦😎🐾
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Agreed. Agreed. Agreed. 😃
@ginacardarella 11 ай бұрын
I love watching your videos and planning. My retirement, leaving Los Angeles.
@elgatosamurai9517 11 ай бұрын
Amazing interview. Can’t wait to move back to Mexico. GDL specifically when retirement comes. Perhaps a little sooner. Thank you for this great video 👌
@MikeBrown-dk7or 9 ай бұрын
The title is misleading. Her pension is only a small supplement to what she earns from rentals.
@cecilbatts8835 7 ай бұрын
Yes, the title is misleading and at 40 seconds I was going to respond; but then I thought I should see all of it first. That is what KZfaqrs do to get you to click. It is quite common. I live on $10 per month...........but then I have other income I did not reveal, Ha.
@grignongb5240 6 ай бұрын
The truth is somewhere in between. $130US/month is 2,200+ pesos/month or 26,500/ year. That is enough to easily cover the fixed expenses of utilities, taxes, transportation, et cetera that she listed in the video. It's doubtful her rental income is more than $130/month. Certainly the additional income allows her a significantly more free spending lifestyle.
@voyageurization 11 ай бұрын
Different ppl, different ideas, different point of view will make the difference and change the country for good.. welcome to Mexico if you love my country.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your country with us. We love it!
@adrianpa2654 11 ай бұрын
I am happy to hear she is paying taxes and that she gets around in the neighborhood and that she cares to socialize with her neighbors which is more than the average U.S person does, maybe is because she is from Canada.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Ouch - I’m from the US. But I know what you are saying…
@mominthe209 11 ай бұрын
You can’t socialize if you can’t speak Spanish.
@sumofme1 11 ай бұрын
It depends where in America 🇺🇸 but if people don't like America they should not live in America. I wish immigrants would learn the reason behind our constitution and how God gave us our freedoms
@adrianpa2654 11 ай бұрын
@@sumofme1 Who thr F is talking about "America"?
@natanhaelalvarado6137 11 ай бұрын
Vaya manera de generalizar a las personas, encasillándolas por su nacionalidad, gente irresponsable, insociable o viceversa las encuentras en todos lados: Usa, Canadá, mexico, etc.
@alejandraolivares7147 11 ай бұрын
I am Mexican , this lady is very nice in everything and I love that she like plantas so much and she THANKS A LOT dor rescue your lovely dog. ❤
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for your comment - and for sharing your country with us!
@richardlynch1094 11 ай бұрын
Really love this Brighton. After driving Baja last winter, I have my heart set on LA Paz, but I love this ttavelogue of other areas of Mexico. See you at Playa balandra!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
I'm enjoying exploring the rest of Mexico. But La Paz is still home. I'll be at Balandra in November ;-)
@pmh9 8 ай бұрын
I loved her gallery of photos for the vacation rental! Looks very comfortable.
@CALeftHander 13 күн бұрын
Thank you Brighton. This was a fun & informative video. Also thank you to Rennie and Señor Buddy for such a lovely conversation.
@edurnegalan 10 ай бұрын
Me encanto su vídeo Sra. Toda una vida de cambios. Yo he vivido de forma muy parecida. Aún no he encontrado (62) donde hechar raíces. La felicito y le deseo mucha salud y abundancia. Desde Tenerife Islas Canarias España 🇪🇦🏝️☀️👍
@jip230 9 ай бұрын
I am sure this woman has led a fascinating life and has some great stories and she has been very industrious and smart in making her retirement work. It's somewhat misleading to say that she's living on $130 Canadian each month. She is renting part of her home and continues to work which brings in income. Not everyone is as smart and industrious as this woman or would be able to follow the same blueprint. She's also in relatively good health which works to her advantage. I think this plan could work for a subset of retirees though. Bravo to her for carving out an adventure for the next stage of her life!
@hugo-kikecastillomyfavorit7548 11 ай бұрын
My GDL one of the most beautiful cities in Mexico! I'm glad You guys like it there, enjoy!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
It really is! Thanks for sharing with us immigrants!
@karenmiernicki9981 10 ай бұрын
Just subscribed! I loved Rennie... and her dog simply stole my heart. Boy, it sure makes me dream of moving to Mexico but my destiny is in Canada for the time being.... I am fluent in Spanish, which makes me want to live her life so much more hahaha (in a good way, no jealousy, just a little cry for more sun, fresh air and kind heart people as neighbors). Thank you so much for your work!!!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
I hope you can make it to Mexico soon. Winter is coming to Canada! Thanks for watching.
@user-zu6hm3tl7i 8 ай бұрын
Has pensado venir a visitar? A mi México me llena de energía positiva y la gente es muy amable. Wingit Karen!
@shirleylake7738 8 ай бұрын
Ronnie is a wonderful ❤️ example for other seniors to create the best life you can for yourself. Love her spirit of adventure.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 8 ай бұрын
I agree! Thanks Shirley. Where are you on the "adventure spectrum"?
@deborahfrances7945 11 ай бұрын
Wonderful. inspiring. Thank you both! You brightened my day.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.
@mytuberforyou 11 ай бұрын
TLDR: she's still working and a landlord owner of a miltifamily property (3 units) Don't evewn know why they mentioned the $130/mo.
@saudigold50 10 ай бұрын
I enjoyed your interview with Rennie. It appears she is living a joyous and peaceful life with her dog in lovely Mexico.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Definitely! Thanks for watching!!
@Ulbre 9 ай бұрын
When Rennie mentioned the wet & dry seasons, I thought "Hey, that's practically the same as here in Chiang Mai, Thailand". When I looked up the latitudes it all made sense, quite close, Chiang Mai at 18.8 degrees north and Guadalajara at 20.7 degrees north. Nice video.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Have fun in Chiang Mai!
@MexicoRelocationGuide 11 ай бұрын
Great Job with this video and her interview- what a nice lady
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Mariana! One of the commenters here said I was her second favorite KZfaqr in Mexico... with #1 being YOU! I feel like I'm in good company.
@sr9253 11 ай бұрын
I have been thinking of Guadalajara as the climate seems very nice and it’s a big city with most amenities of the US
@glenwoodfin 10 ай бұрын
I loved getting to know Rennie. Such a touching interview. Thank you from South Carolina!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Glen!
@glenwoodfin 10 ай бұрын
Can't wait to see your video on how an American lives in Mexico for $1 a month.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
@@glenwoodfin So funny! I was thinking of making that exact video. That's what some folks expect ;-) I bet I'd get a lot of clicks - and a lot of comments calling it clickbait ;-)
@glenwoodfin 10 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I'm cool with clickbait because you delivered. You two delivered solid content. Y'all got to the actual numbers and I found it very helpful because I'm thinking about moving there.
@glenwoodfin 10 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Oh, and it's not just her. How bout that insurance dude you interviewed. Are you kidding me? What a way to retire.
@JavierSanchez-ru6qk 11 ай бұрын
Felicidades por su bonita vida algun dia regresare a mexico y mi idea es exactamente igual ala señora
@danielcristiangarcia2881 11 ай бұрын
Nice home mam. Thank you for taking the time to discuss your journey im. A long haul truck driver in the United states . I have family in Mexico city which is where i used to live.and have family in All of mexico . Gracias por tu video . I plan to retire in San miguel de allende Guanajuato im.also. A writer . I have family in Los altos de Jalisco
@nanparker1 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for adopting your handsome boy or senor and for a great interview! 😊
@monicagloria3627 Ай бұрын
"It took 12 hours before he became my dog" hahaha Buddy is adorable. I'm glad you two found each other and you foster failed. ❤❤❤
@BethBoundVanVentures Ай бұрын
Oh your pup story touched My heart. What a wonderful blessing for you, he looks amazing!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico Ай бұрын
You are so kind. Drive safe!
@kallasusort2986 11 ай бұрын
Your dog is darling! It sounds really good. I would not have been able to endure getting the mold out of the house. Looks great now. You have made good choices in your life. Many Blessings for a full good life there.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@GabrielaDiaz-bi3wd 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for thinking about doing the right thing! Use the services Pay the taxes😍🙏🏻
@HeavenLeeMadeOnEtsy 10 ай бұрын
would've been nice to post the conversions right on the screen so we could get an idea of Pesos Vs Dollars. The house tour was a bit disappointing we only saw the front room, her office, kitchen and bathroom...I would've love to see the other units in her home.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 10 ай бұрын
Sorry. I normally put the dollar amounts on screen, but I forgot when editing this video. The other two unites were occupied when I was there, so we couldn't film them. :-(
@yolandagarza7897 11 ай бұрын
Love your life in Mexico, you need for nothing that's Awesome, your best friend Buddy is adorable, thank you for sharing your story 😊, muchas gracias, saludos desde Texas USA 🇺🇸
@SisterSherryDoingStuff 11 ай бұрын
I love that hood - I'm a 57 year old artist - with all the coffee shops and arty things to do and support - I love Colonia Americana!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Maybe I missed something. I found the coffee shops and worked from a few, but otherwise it seemed like it was mostly bars and restaurants.
@SisterSherryDoingStuff 11 ай бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico It's not for everyone.
@martbright 11 ай бұрын
Very enjoyable video, interesting. I love her pupper! How sweet that she rescued him and that he's great company. I have heard that it can be safer in Mexico to have a dog in the house. I am a cat person for sure, but I love all animals. Cats aren't super helpful with security, however...
@RedroomStudios 11 ай бұрын
safer with a dog? every house and building here has heavy steel doors with double locks and bars over the windows. I dont think a dog is going to make that any safer.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
I feel more safe with a dog. Maybe you could teach your cat to meow really really loud? Maybe get him a little amplifier he can purr into?
@valk7229 7 ай бұрын
Very adventurous Rennie. Appreciate your insights. Not sure when this was made, but would appreciate updates on costs now -- house expenses, rental income, cost of food. Also cost of residences in your neighborhood now. Your home is very beautiful. Your pup is sweet. You're a smart lady.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 7 ай бұрын
This video was recorded last summer, so costs are just a bit higher now (mostly because the peso is strengthening and partly because inflation is high.)
@paigepaynter4119 11 ай бұрын
Hey Brighton, this was great information especially from the view of an immigrant that isn’t set up on a pension 100%. I like her different flows of income. Great video keep them coming hey and loved loved loved Sr. Buddy❤
@hivolco151 11 ай бұрын
Another Awesome interview! What a terrific lady! Very smart with her finances! You are doing such a service Brighton! Thank you so much for your perspectives on Mexican life-style!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@frenc1813 11 ай бұрын
CLICK BAIT IS A SERVICE NOW? LOL
@001singularity 11 ай бұрын
Love Rennie and her sweet pup! Thanks for sharing their story.
@djkenny1202 8 ай бұрын
She not only has $130, but also a JOB teaching English!! AND Rentals!!
@andreawisner7358 11 ай бұрын
Love her, love her dog. Thanks.
@chrissyboo7903 9 ай бұрын
You should retitle this video, she's not living on $130.00 a month. Also, if you can convert pesos to dollars so we can get an idea of what the hell she's paying.
@maryfreedom5 10 ай бұрын
Mexico will be the best country in the world and is on that path. Yo también estoy enamorado de México.
@skibee421 9 ай бұрын
i hope so
@Dan-departingin5mins 11 ай бұрын
Great attitude about paying taxes. I couldn’t agree more.
@222veronicabean 9 ай бұрын
Hi, loved the video! Im in florida. Cant wait to return to La Paz. I lived there for 5 years. Came back to get dental care but caught carona and am much slowed down now. Lucky my boyfriend fell in love with la paz so we are saving up to return. Love to meet you. I have my Mexican family in la paz. Miss them much. Viva Mexico!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing and sorry for the 'rona! Glad you're planning to return to La Paz! I'll be down there in a week or two and you'll start seeing more La Paz videos soon.
@Snuggle201 11 ай бұрын
Glad to find your content you are the first immigrant in Mexico I hear encouraging to pay taxes. It's the right way 9:42 I once saw a coworker taken by Mexican immigration due to not declaring their work status. Shipped back to France.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Wow - I have a interview (not yet public) I did with someone who overstayed her 180 day tourist visa and ended up in jail for 2 nights while friends raised the cash to get her out. Immigrants have been too used to skirting the law in Mexico, but the government is getting more sophisticated. Thanks for watching!
@e.m.9415 10 ай бұрын
That's unfortunate but deserved, life in Mexico is already cheap for many coming from somewhere else and still so looking to get it cheaper or for free?
@jorgecampos868 11 ай бұрын
wow such a nice life she's living
@southernexposure123 7 ай бұрын
A few years ago I researched asking, "Why are foreign languages sentence structures backwards from English." I learned that English is the language that's backwards from most other languages. It was an, "Ah ha." moment for me.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 7 ай бұрын
Yeah - it really makes sense to state the object before you start to describe i it! I wonder how English ended up backwards.
@derrick8224 11 ай бұрын
Fabulous. I just love this channel and the people interviewed. Thank you
@Ready4 11 ай бұрын
QUESTION: Can you ask Rennie what is the "COMPANY NAME" where she purchased her "PRE-HOSPITAL COVERAGE" policy (for under/about $ 2,000.00 year), that can provide 'pre-hospital services' (Emergency Doctor Visits -and- Emergency Transportation to the Hospital, etc.)? THANKS IN ADVANCE!
@jj-bp3fr 11 ай бұрын
I heard she said IMSS and Salud Digna.
@judithhill9968 11 ай бұрын
It’s not IMSS or Salud digna it’s something else she purchased.
@RedroomStudios 11 ай бұрын
I havent been to a doctor in 35 years.
@isamartinez5122 11 ай бұрын
Imss, the public hospital is terrible IT REALLY SUCKS
@jj-bp3fr 11 ай бұрын
@@isamartinez5122 IMSS are for workers such as teachers, its free.
@DestinationRetirement 11 ай бұрын
I’m in love with Señor Buddy!!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Me too. He's so chill!
@adrianpa2654 11 ай бұрын
$130 CA DLS is 1,633.68 Mexican, that is surreal, even for Mexico that is extremly low, if you have a low paying job you get paid a little bit more than than (weekly) in Mexico.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico 11 ай бұрын
Yeah - it’s not much for a pension… but she didn’t work a lot in Canada. She started traveling early in life.
@antoniocamacho1141 6 ай бұрын
Excellent interview!!! Thanks for sharing
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