Great coverage. I am curious about the kitchen stove/oven shown at 11:06, it burns gas, but is there a gas line, or you have a gas canister that has to be purchased?
I'm checking costs and surprised prices are going higher in Puerto Vallarta and other places in Mexico just as you mention often enough. I'm surprised it costs $3,000 US in PV and you can live in Brazil equally as well for only 2000 in Floripa or Joao Pessoa or even Florianopolis. Moreover, in the Philippines it's much cheaper as well as you and Lori know. I've spent a lot of time in Mexico, but I had an amazing time in Brazil - I felt like I was a celebrity in Brazil!!!!
In this video I am saying there is no requirement to enter Baja Mexico within 50 miles of the border of the United States i.e. San Diego. I have traveled back-and-forth through the Tijuana border many times and have never had to have a FMM tourist card or a temporary visa. 50 Miles after I cross the border I then was required to have a FMM tourist card. Legally to comply with Mexican official "visa requirements " and you wanted to live in Mexico more than 180 days consecutive you would want to have a temporary visa. I guess my point was that the Mexican government would not know if you were really living in the country or just visiting because they don't require that you have any visas only your passport going back-and-forth between Baja Mexico and the United States. This is a loophole in the law.
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Hello! So great to see you in my neck of the woods🙆. I've stayed in Las Gaviotas and it's an excellent location like you state. Thank you for this wonderful information. Stay well and I'll see you on your next video! 🌅🏖️⛵🏄💓
Baja Mexico is a good choice being close to United States and be able to collect your Social Security and Medicare benefits and not have to qualify for a Mexican visa.
Well for now I may run into you and Lori in Chapala! First stop Lake Chapala Society. I’m not eligible for Medicare or social yet. This is a test run. Financially I am fine.
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@@JerryBrownTravels Hi Jerry and Lori, I am wondering if you two now have citizenship in Mexico. I am concerned that in the not so distant future the Mexican Gov't is going to insist that non-Mexican citizens leave Mexico due to ongoing variants. As a citizen of Mexico you two would be allowed to remain but not so if you only have a temporary or permanent visa. Your videos are so calming to watch. Thank you both.
@@queserasera1674 I don't think México will ever do that it generates alot of money for México but if I am going to live in México I will never buy I will rent and come back to the states as my permanent home maybe 4 months at a time
@@florecilla3946 Hi Florecilla, If I had told you in 2019 that the entire world would be shutting down and everyone would be confined to their homes in 2020 I think you would have told me that you don't believe that would ever happen. We are not going back to the normal we had. Please stock up on long term food, water, medicines as much as you can, preferably for two years if possible. Rice, dried beans and pasta can be stored in mylar bags as a less expensive way. God help us all.
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@@JerryBrownTravels Hi Jerry, I find all your videos informative and entertaining. I no longer live in Baja, lived there 5 years when i did. Health reason is the only reason I'm back in the states. Anyway, keep up the great work and don't forget to visit the art community in Rosarito. :) PS: I've watched many of your videos, but I'll definitely watch your Jalisco video to see if I missed it...
Jerry, suggestion for you: interview someone with a good understanding of what documents are legally required to visit Mexico as a tourist or live/retire in Mexico, and who understands what the ‘hassle free zone” is regarding vehicles and can explain how legally you still need a tourist permit (FMM) to visit and visa to retire legally in Mexico, including in Rosarito.
Traveled to Ensenada and at Estero Beach, in Baja, California. It was nice, although I went about 20 years ago and have not been able to travel there since. Looking where to land, either somewhere in Mexico proper, or in Baja California. Been an elementary school teacher, and am open to continue teaching there.
I had my doubts about Rosarito, and actually bought in Rosarito. I am glad to have chosen Rosarito. With family in SoCal and the quick access to SD. It’s been the right fit for me.
I featured two properties first one was a video that I walked through the house and the second one followed or I show photographs. Check out that video one more time.
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Wow. What a surprise. Welcome to my part of Mexico! I know every gringo enclave between Las Playas and Rosarito. What a wonderful area! You're right, it is the wild wild west; things are different in Baja, just the way I like it. Are you here to stay? I'm delighted... and I'm sure you will be, too...
I bought my beach house through Baja123. The agents are all bilingual, and only show homes and condos that have ocean views. Something Jerry didn’t point out...is that the closing costs on condos are significantly higher than those on homes. I bought my home and paid 12% in closing. I think condos are at least 18%, if my memory serves me right, but you’ll have to do your research
@@buildingbuildercip8292 Thank you for the reply and recommendation of Baja 123 which I just visited. Looks good. I just called them and left a message to call since they weren't available.
Jerry, it’s not accurate to tell people they don’t need a visa or FMM to live in this part of Mexico. Currently it may be rare for an official in Rosarito to ask you to present your visa or FMM but they could and legally you need one. Not wise to base your retirement on living illegally in Mexico.
Rosarito is only 20 miles from the US border so here is what you can expect. Border Crossing Card holders can travel up to 55 miles from the border without obtaining a Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record. This 55 mile region is known as the “border zone” and includes portions of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas.
@@JerryBrownTravels you’re confusing a couple things here. An I-94 is a US requirement. We are talking about what Mexico requires. As far as the “border zone” you are referring to the “hassle free zone” that applies to not needing a temporary vehicle import permit (TIP). It has nothing to do with FMM or visa requirements. Every foreign tourists needs a FMM or visa to be anywhere in Mexico. To legally live anywhere in Mexico you need a temporary or resident visa. Your video has incorrect info, Jerry.
@@dinkydoohoo1039 Thank you for setting the facts straight. While I don't imagine the author is maliciously spreading false information, he is woefully uninformed and potentially causing problems for others who take what he says at face value.
Very CHEAP QUALITY condo. If you go far into Mexico you can probably find something nicer looking and better QUALITY with STONE countertops, Mexican Wood craftsmanship on the inside, and probably near the same price.
It doesn’t matter what the location is for quality of craftsmanship or building materials. That’s all predicated on who designed and built it. I built my beach house with top finishes and skilled labor and I live close to the border. You can find condos with higher end finishes with the same views, but the price might be up by $5k to 10k more if any at all. Going farther into Mexico makes no difference.
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I never heard of that either. I think maybe he meant you have to show you have that amount of monthly income to live there. I know Americans that have a condo in Cabo and they don't pay that.
There are many people that do, but Rosarito would be a long commute, and the border crossing time can range anywhere from 30 min to 3-4 hours without Sentri or Global Entry. Living in Tijuana would be easier, but you would still have to cross the border. The times have been longer during the pandemic, as border patrol have been scrutinizing the entry more than in the past. There are some very nice areas of Tijuana too. Just as an example, we arrived at the Tijuana airport from traveling within MX on a Monday morning. Took me 15 minutes to drive across to SD with Global Entry (your car must also be registered or you can face a $5000 fine), and my husband almost an hour going through the pedestrian crossing (he does not have global entry). You would have to figure out the best time to commute, as you would have to not only deal with the TJ traffic, but also the SD traffic.
Great little Mexican city. Probably has a Walmart and Home Depot? And the advantage being, you are close to San Diego, if that’s what you want. Seems like the property prices are about the same as a property prices in the United States! In San Jose del Cabo (or in Cabo San Lucas) at the tip of Baja 1200 miles south, where I have my $150,000 1BR condo, the prices are about the same starting in the $200,000 range. I’m sure in Rosarito you can get that too. I prefer to go far into Mexico to feel that I am in Mexico. Although the Baja peninsula is very Americanized in economy, prices and culture.
@@jr.6199 right, they MX has income qualifiers to receive a temp or perm visa, here Baja he is saying no visa required therefore no income requirements or restrictions
I spoke to a very kind, lovely man at the consulate in Kansas City on 7/21/2021. He said the financial requirements for a temporal visa are either income of $2100/month for six months or $35,000 in the bank for 12 months.
I pay $362 per month all utilities included on the beach. Gated. Don't be stupid and buy one of these Chinese quality condos. The ones their still trying to sell are falling apart before your eyes.
Everything takes a beating close to the ocean. It important to use the right finishes. Otherwise things will crumble. Look at Alcatraz. I used all brass, copper, and aluminum hardware and fixtures. For gates, hinges, faucets, lamps, etc... I also used composite woods that I brought over from the states for all my patio covers and wood finishes. All of my outdoor furniture is teakwood or ratan. Have to maintain your exterior paint every couple of years. I have the maids, stay on top of the upkeep. I’m also having all of my stainless steel appliances spray waxed with Mcguire’s car wax. It works great to help protect. Little tricks and some basic upkeep will keep your place pristine. You shouldn’t allow your home to get so destroyed by the elements. Sounds like you should probably move to a dryer desert climate, or start doing some extra simple maintenance.
It was nice but it was too close to the border for moi. I like towns south of San Diego; much farther south. And $325,000.00 seemed to be overpriced; it looked like something out of the 1970's. I like the 70's, I grew up in 60's and 70's but how about something in San Miguel De Allende or south of Puerto Vallarta. Hi Lori! :
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Wow Jerry, I didn’t know if I lived in the Baja , I wouldn’t need to get residency- would I still need to leave every six months ? We realized that we can not afford to retire in U.S. , but we don’t meet the financial requirements to get residency. Thank you so much 😊 please keep making videos about places that are budget friendly 👍❤️😃
But I was trying to convey in that video was that if you live in Baja you don't have to show any income requirements and you can stay as long as you want you don't even need to get 180 day visa. That part of Mexico is free state. No qualification no limit amount of time you can stay there. I think that would be ideal for you if you want to live in Mexico. Now you could choose Nogales Mexico and you have the same freedoms.
@@JerryBrownTravels thanks Jerry. I’m moving to my home there full time in November, and that was one of my questions. Either way... I’ll be coming back to the states every couple of months to visit family
@@JerryBrownTravels First things first, give Lori a HUG! According to my research, and with the Mexican INM as of this June. Anyone who is not a legal resident and traveling to Mainland or more than 7 miles into Baja California Mexico, and wants to LEGALLY travel, live or stay, needs to get an FMM card that is only good for a maximum of 180 days. YOU have to stop and get this at the border if you are driving, they will not pull you over to get it!! Here is where the legal stuff starts. Because B.C. is what Jerry is calling a "Free State" you do not need a vehicle permit as long as you stay on the peninsula. You are still required to leave BEFORE your FMM time limit is due, you just don't need to do anything for your vehicle. Be sure to RETURN your expiring FMM card when you do your border runs to get a new one! You cannot and are NOT renewing it, you have to fill out paperwork again for another 180 days and a whole new FMM (also be sure they stamp it with the full 180 days!) This is very important since everything is being updated and newly computerized. As they did not have a tightly computerized immigration system before, they will now have a readily available record of your stay. Again, this is important!! After updating their system and computerizing, they are starting to "Crack" down on people who just come in and stay, or get an FMM and never leave, or get a job, making them an ILLEGAL alien. If you are stopped for anything and checked, they will not hesitate to kick you out, deny you reentry and impound your car! (Extra Large sums of $ for el soborno may or may not work, if you insult them with a low bribe you're getting kicked out and fined!)) If you drive all the way down Baja and take the ferry to the Mainland you will need to get a vehicle permit, commonly called a TIP. Now on their record of your TIP in their new system, when your 180 days is expiring, you have to now take your vehicle and renew your TIP along with your new FMM. Just keep your immigration things legal if you do not want any kind of problems....FYI- Hey Leslie, keep an eye out for a possible transition to the UMA for the economic requirements for a residency visas in 2022!
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The road you were walking on in most of your intro looked like armageddon. You should explain that construction scenario or people will get a bad impression of Baja...
Great video Jerry but I have some questions. Any idea what the association fees are?? Also what are the property taxes. These look like killer deals but sky high association fees and property taxes would make these places a lot less attractive.
Condominium complex that was in that beautiful gated community association fees are approximately $300 a month and property taxes are approximately under $1000 a year.
West Lake Medical doctor network allows you to use Medicare in MANY parts of Mexico.
Great coverage. I am curious about the kitchen stove/oven shown at 11:06, it burns gas, but is there a gas line, or you have a gas canister that has to be purchased?
Are the prices stable or going up? I need to save for this for 5 years at least. But maybe prices will go up…
I'm checking costs and surprised prices are going higher in Puerto Vallarta and other places in Mexico just as you mention often enough. I'm surprised it costs $3,000 US in PV and you can live in Brazil equally as well for only 2000 in Floripa or Joao Pessoa or even Florianopolis. Moreover, in the Philippines it's much cheaper as well as you and Lori know. I've spent a lot of time in Mexico, but I had an amazing time in Brazil - I felt like I was a celebrity in Brazil!!!!
Yes that's a good choice.
I’ve heard rosarita has quit a bit if cartel activity.
You have to pay $1800 a month for a visa?! Wow!
Where were you able to do that and when were you able to do that?.
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just found your channel. is this true????? No solvency requirements????
In this video I am saying there is no requirement to enter Baja Mexico within 50 miles of the border of the United States i.e. San Diego. I have traveled back-and-forth through the Tijuana border many times and have never had to have a FMM tourist card or a temporary visa. 50 Miles after I cross the border I then was required to have a FMM tourist card.
Legally to comply with Mexican official "visa requirements " and you wanted to live in Mexico more than 180 days consecutive you would want to have a temporary visa.
I guess my point was that the Mexican government would not know if you were really living in the country or just visiting because they don't require that you have any visas only your passport going back-and-forth between Baja Mexico and the United States. This is a loophole in the law.
Thanks for sharing- we love the Rosarito Beach area!
Our pleasure!
Also you should paid a visit to famous La Fonda restaurant in La Mision
been there, love it! can't wait to go again! great owner...is the rooster still there?
I am in La Mision right now. It is a nice place.
We also love the restaurant and the service was great.
Maganas in La Mision is my favorite.
@@pedrozatravel best sea food and Ensenada Mariscos YIYO , Uncle Google will take you there, is really worth the trip. Saludos,.
This is how the prices go up. you get your views and our rent goes up its getting expensive already
What the heck was going on with the road you were walking on. Looks like an earthquake recently wrecked it
Or possibly a tank battle occurred there recently?
Yeah that's an interesting experience all part of living on the edge.
Is the perfect weather and great food you can be in san Diego in 20 minutes and return to Mexico and feel the peace and different pace of life
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Lovely video... Rosarito looks lovely... thank you!
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What a great idea! I didn’t know a lot of the facts you mentioned about living in Baja.
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I am a new subscriber and youtuber as well great video.
Thanks for subscribing did you turn on your notifications?
Yes i did.
I bought a home on the beach there in Rosarito, 2 years ago. I will be moving there full time from California on November 1st.
Sounds great!
Thank you for your videos. You pdovide excellent information.
Glad you like them!
Hello! So great to see you in my neck of the woods🙆.
I've stayed in Las Gaviotas and it's an excellent location like you state. Thank you for this wonderful information. Stay well and I'll see you on your next video!
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Her next video will be coming out in 15 minutes Friday today
Nice options for homes, thanks.
Glad you like them!
I’m doing good a house in sendero and lot in Puerto Nuevo😀😂 hello Lori and Jerry
Thank you have you seen this video?
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Hadn’t thought about Rosarito. Moving to Chapala in 3 weeks. I’m from Southern California.
Baja Mexico is a good choice being close to United States and be able to collect your Social Security and Medicare benefits and not have to qualify for a Mexican visa.
Well for now I may run into you and Lori in Chapala! First stop Lake Chapala Society. I’m not eligible for Medicare or social yet. This is a test run. Financially I am fine.
You are beautiful 🥰
@@nelsonzaldivar1255 thank you!
Good strategy for those relying in medicare. 🌴
Absolutely!
Why buy when you can rent and see more places, you may regreat it and then you stuck in one place
That's an excellent idea but some people feel more comfortable and secure if they know when they get back from traveling they have a place they can come to that is their own.
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@@JerryBrownTravels Hi Jerry and Lori, I am wondering if you two now have citizenship in Mexico. I am concerned that in the not so distant future the Mexican Gov't is going to insist that non-Mexican citizens leave Mexico due to ongoing variants. As a citizen of Mexico you two would be allowed to remain but not so if you only have a temporary or permanent visa. Your videos are so calming to watch. Thank you both.
@@queserasera1674 I don't think México will ever do that it generates alot of money for México but if I am going to live in México I will never buy I will rent and come back to the states as my permanent home maybe 4 months at a time
@@florecilla3946 Hi Florecilla, If I had told you in 2019 that the entire world would be shutting down and everyone would be confined to their homes in 2020 I think you would have told me that you don't believe that would ever happen. We are not going back to the normal we had. Please stock up on long term food, water, medicines as much as you can, preferably for two years if possible. Rice, dried beans and pasta can be stored in mylar bags as a less expensive way. God help us all.
Head to Puerto Salina La Marina, just past La Mision, about mid way between Rosarito and Ensenada, you'll love it.
Fantastic Chip Dog sounds like you're enjoying Baja Mexico.
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@@JerryBrownTravels Hi Jerry, I find all your videos informative and entertaining. I no longer live in Baja, lived there 5 years when i did. Health reason is the only reason I'm back in the states. Anyway, keep up the great work and don't forget to visit the art community in Rosarito. :)
PS: I've watched many of your videos, but I'll definitely watch your Jalisco video to see if I missed it...
I am at La Mision right now. I will be doing a video about a hotel called Poco Cielo.
Elderp you've been a subscriber for five years now thank you for being such a faithful follower and I hope you enjoy your time in Baja.
My Wife and I think Lori's new glasses look terrific. Thank you for this video.
Looking at Mexico with "Rose colored Glasses?" No just kidding; Mexico is great!
Glad you like them!
@@JerryBrownTravels close to the border like that isnt it super dangerous in term of cartels shootings etc? Is it dangerous to get kidnapped etc
Jerry, suggestion for you: interview someone with a good understanding of what documents are legally required to visit Mexico as a tourist or live/retire in Mexico, and who understands what the ‘hassle free zone” is regarding vehicles and can explain how legally you still need a tourist permit (FMM) to visit and visa to retire legally in Mexico, including in Rosarito.
Great suggestion Lori and I appreciate when people give us suggestions like this. Keep them coming.
Your wife is adorable! She is like a breath of fresh air!
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There aren't any decent homes under 300K in this area
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Traveled to Ensenada and at Estero Beach, in Baja, California. It was nice, although I went about 20 years ago and have not been able to travel there since. Looking where to land, either somewhere in Mexico proper, or in Baja California. Been an elementary school teacher, and am open to continue teaching there.
Thank you for your comment Star and thank you for being a subscriber for two years you are the greatest.
I had my doubts about Rosarito, and actually bought in Rosarito. I am glad to have chosen Rosarito. With family in SoCal and the quick access to SD. It’s been the right fit for me.
Welcome bien venida
Lots of Veteran’s live near the border for access to the V.A. North of the border.
Chase thank you for being a subscriber for five months now you are the greatest.
Did I miss something, where was the $85,000 condo?
I featured two properties first one was a video that I walked through the house and the second one followed or I show photographs. Check out that video one more time.
Nice Hat Lori, looking good.
Thank you kindly
Not necessarily a beach person but I'd definitely visit the Baja area for an extended stay. So much to offer!
Sounds great! See you next video tomorrow Friday 5 PM California time another property in Baja I know you'll like to see this one also.
Mariscos YIYO in Ensenada, the best 👌 Baja California my back yard the only complaint is crossing the border back to the US. The famous columnist from LOS ANGELES TIMES, JACK SMITH HAS A PROPERTY MORE TO THE SOUTH, IN SAN QUINTIN BAJA CALIFORNIA, BEATIFULL , FISHING TOWN.
This part of Mexico Baja it's going to be so popular with baby boomers who want to retire in Mexico.
This new video was sure welcomed to an altogether dismal day… thanks for making me smile, all the while, giving great info! Stay safe you two!
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Rent house two bedroom 300 dollars a month in Ensenada, then why buy?
Rents will always increase, and they are climbing fast, but it’s definitely a good option.
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Are prices different for a dual citizen, Mexico and U.S.? I see the prices are too high for locals.
It’s definitely a beautiful unit.
Wow. What a surprise. Welcome to my part of Mexico! I know every gringo enclave between Las Playas and Rosarito. What a wonderful area! You're right, it is the wild wild west; things are different in Baja, just the way I like it. Are you here to stay? I'm delighted... and I'm sure you will be, too...
So cool! We're just visiting checking out other parts of Mexico to create pots of gold for those who are in need of an inexpensive place to retire.
Maybe I missed it but you did not mention the name of the condominium complex where these properties are located.
I bought my beach house through Baja123. The agents are all bilingual, and only show homes and condos that have ocean views. Something Jerry didn’t point out...is that the closing costs on condos are significantly higher than those on homes. I bought my home and paid 12% in closing. I think condos are at least 18%, if my memory serves me right, but you’ll have to do your research
@@buildingbuildercip8292 Thank you for the reply and recommendation of Baja 123 which I just visited. Looks good. I just called them and left a message to call since they weren't available.
@@patrickgrimes8964 that’s great man! Good luck in your searching.
Stop going to the higher rich places and get people that is cheap you're all exciting expenses. Just like you're in the ajilic
Just trying to provide choices.
Jerry, it’s not accurate to tell people they don’t need a visa or FMM to live in this part of Mexico. Currently it may be rare for an official in Rosarito to ask you to present your visa or FMM but they could and legally you need one. Not wise to base your retirement on living illegally in Mexico.
Rosarito is only 20 miles from the US border so here is what you can expect.
Border Crossing Card holders can travel up to 55 miles from the border without obtaining a Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record. This 55 mile region is known as the “border zone” and includes portions of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas.
@@JerryBrownTravels you’re confusing a couple things here. An I-94 is a US requirement. We are talking about what Mexico requires. As far as the “border zone” you are referring to the “hassle free zone” that applies to not needing a temporary vehicle import permit (TIP). It has nothing to do with FMM or visa requirements. Every foreign tourists needs a FMM or visa to be anywhere in Mexico. To legally live anywhere in Mexico you need a temporary or resident visa. Your video has incorrect info, Jerry.
@@dinkydoohoo1039 Yes you are right
@@dinkydoohoo1039 Thank you for setting the facts straight. While I don't imagine the author is maliciously spreading false information, he is woefully uninformed and potentially causing problems for others who take what he says at face value.
Very CHEAP QUALITY condo. If you go far into Mexico you can probably find something nicer looking and better QUALITY with STONE countertops, Mexican Wood craftsmanship on the inside, and probably near the same price.
The advantage of Rosarita beach is that it's only 20 Miles to the United States border and doctors and a lot of social services.
It doesn’t matter what the location is for quality of craftsmanship or building materials. That’s all predicated on who designed and built it. I built my beach house with top finishes and skilled labor and I live close to the border. You can find condos with higher end finishes with the same views, but the price might be up by $5k to 10k more if any at all. Going farther into Mexico makes no difference.
what about rentals, Jerry? is it just the tourist visa? border hopping?
I'm not sure what you're asking.Thank You
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Hey Christine, check out my rather long comment above.
$1800 to $2500 per month Visas? What?
I never heard of that either. I think maybe he meant you have to show you have that amount of monthly income to live there.
I know Americans that have a condo in Cabo and they don't pay that.
Yes Tony you have to show income into your bank account that you have $1800-$2500 a month coming in.
@@tonynes3577 there seems to be different rules (visa) for Baja see his above answers
you think it's possible to live there in mexico and go to work in the usa ?
That's a good idea I didn't think of that and yes you can do that no problem.
There are many people that do, but Rosarito would be a long commute, and the border crossing time can range anywhere from 30 min to 3-4 hours without Sentri or Global Entry. Living in Tijuana would be easier, but you would still have to cross the border. The times have been longer during the pandemic, as border patrol have been scrutinizing the entry more than in the past. There are some very nice areas of Tijuana too. Just as an example, we arrived at the Tijuana airport from traveling within MX on a Monday morning. Took me 15 minutes to drive across to SD with Global Entry (your car must also be registered or you can face a $5000 fine), and my husband almost an hour going through the pedestrian crossing (he does not have global entry). You would have to figure out the best time to commute, as you would have to not only deal with the TJ traffic, but also the SD traffic.
Great little Mexican city. Probably has a Walmart and Home Depot? And the advantage being, you are close to San Diego, if that’s what you want. Seems like the property prices are about the same as a property prices in the United States! In San Jose del Cabo (or in Cabo San Lucas) at the tip of Baja 1200 miles south, where I have my $150,000 1BR condo, the prices are about the same starting in the $200,000 range. I’m sure in Rosarito you can get that too. I prefer to go far into Mexico to feel that I am in Mexico. Although the Baja peninsula is very Americanized in economy, prices and culture.
Tony thanks for another good suggestion.
Temporary Visa $1800 a month or $2500 a month for a permanent one… WOW 😳 Is that pesos or US dollars?
US dollars it's a lot of money isn't it?
Jerry, You mean that you have to show an income/pension of $x per mo., not pay the MX gov $ per mo, right?
@@jr.6199 right, they MX has income qualifiers to receive a temp or perm visa, here Baja he is saying no visa required therefore no income requirements or restrictions
My 1 year visa was about $32 US dollars
I spoke to a very kind, lovely man at the consulate in Kansas City on 7/21/2021. He said the financial requirements for a temporal visa are either income of $2100/month for six months or $35,000 in the bank for 12 months.
They went crazy with that awful, cheap beige tile on floors, walls, bathroom, kitchen, etc.
I guess the old saying "Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder".
I pay $362 per month all utilities included on the beach. Gated. Don't be stupid and buy one of these Chinese quality condos. The ones their still trying to sell are falling apart before your eyes.
Mr. G thank you for your comment.
Everything takes a beating close to the ocean. It important to use the right finishes. Otherwise things will crumble. Look at Alcatraz. I used all brass, copper, and aluminum hardware and fixtures. For gates, hinges, faucets, lamps, etc... I also used composite woods that I brought over from the states for all my patio covers and wood finishes. All of my outdoor furniture is teakwood or ratan. Have to maintain your exterior paint every couple of years. I have the maids, stay on top of the upkeep. I’m also having all of my stainless steel appliances spray waxed with Mcguire’s car wax. It works great to help protect. Little tricks and some basic upkeep will keep your place pristine. You shouldn’t allow your home to get so destroyed by the elements. Sounds like you should probably move to a dryer desert climate, or start doing some extra simple maintenance.
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Can you please tell me the name of your gated community? Thank you!
It was nice but it was too close to the border for moi. I like towns south of San Diego; much farther south. And $325,000.00 seemed to be overpriced; it looked like something out of the 1970's. I like the 70's, I grew up in 60's and 70's but how about something in San Miguel De Allende or south of Puerto Vallarta. Hi Lori! :
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Wow Jerry, I didn’t know if I lived in the Baja , I wouldn’t need to get residency- would I still need to leave every six months ? We realized that we can not afford to retire in U.S. , but we don’t meet the financial requirements to get residency. Thank you so much 😊 please keep making videos about places that are budget friendly 👍❤️😃
According to this posting NO, For some reason no visa requirement
But I was trying to convey in that video was that if you live in Baja you don't have to show any income requirements and you can stay as long as you want you don't even need to get 180 day visa. That part of Mexico is free state. No qualification no limit amount of time you can stay there. I think that would be ideal for you if you want to live in Mexico. Now you could choose Nogales Mexico and you have the same freedoms.
@@JerryBrownTravels thank you for the clarification Jerry, this is news to me and I’m sure many of your viewers
@@JerryBrownTravels thanks Jerry. I’m moving to my home there full time in November, and that was one of my questions. Either way... I’ll be coming back to the states every couple of months to visit family
@@JerryBrownTravels First things first, give Lori a HUG! According to my research, and with the Mexican INM as of this June. Anyone who is not a legal resident and traveling to Mainland or more than 7 miles into Baja California Mexico, and wants to LEGALLY travel, live or stay, needs to get an FMM card that is only good for a maximum of 180 days. YOU have to stop and get this at the border if you are driving, they will not pull you over to get it!! Here is where the legal stuff starts. Because B.C. is what Jerry is calling a "Free State" you do not need a vehicle permit as long as you stay on the peninsula. You are still required to leave BEFORE your FMM time limit is due, you just don't need to do anything for your vehicle. Be sure to RETURN your expiring FMM card when you do your border runs to get a new one! You cannot and are NOT renewing it, you have to fill out paperwork again for another 180 days and a whole new FMM (also be sure they stamp it with the full 180 days!) This is very important since everything is being updated and newly computerized. As they did not have a tightly computerized immigration system before, they will now have a readily available record of your stay. Again, this is important!! After updating their system and computerizing, they are starting to "Crack" down on people who just come in and stay, or get an FMM and never leave, or get a job, making them an ILLEGAL alien. If you are stopped for anything and checked, they will not hesitate to kick you out, deny you reentry and impound your car! (Extra Large sums of $ for el soborno may or may not work, if you insult them with a low bribe you're getting kicked out and fined!)) If you drive all the way down Baja and take the ferry to the Mainland you will need to get a vehicle permit, commonly called a TIP. Now on their record of your TIP in their new system, when your 180 days is expiring, you have to now take your vehicle and renew your TIP along with your new FMM. Just keep your immigration things legal if you do not want any kind of problems....FYI- Hey Leslie, keep an eye out for a possible transition to the UMA for the economic requirements for a residency visas in 2022!
No thank you
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The road you were walking on in most of your intro looked like armageddon. You should explain that construction scenario or people will get a bad impression of Baja...
There's always so much construction going on we don't think about giving an explanation but that is a good idea.
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Great video Jerry but I have some questions. Any idea what the association fees are?? Also what are the property taxes. These look like killer deals but sky high association fees and property taxes would make these places a lot less attractive.
Condominium complex that was in that beautiful gated community association fees are approximately $300 a month and property taxes are approximately under $1000 a year.
@@JerryBrownTravels Thank you Jerry