Tips For Moving To Merida, Mexico
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- Searching for a home in Merida was a new and interesting experience. This video talks about a few things we learned throughout our search. If you're moving to Merida soon it's helpful to join some facebook groups to get insight from other expats already living here. These groups were helpful in looking for apartments/houses, contacting realtors, and general information about moving to Merida.
Groups with homes/apts for rent or sale
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Expat groups
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You have some great pragmatic advice! Common sense that many people would easily forget in the haste and confusion of moving.
For us, every place we have the opportunity to live in helps us narrow down what we want (or don't) from the next place. 😉
@@TheYarbros Absolutely!
Love Merida, favorite city in Mexico, haven't been to San Miguel de Allende yet though, but love living here in Merida, and the development of the city is looking pretty good for quality of life.
My wife and I moved to Merida 2 years ago and are currently closing on a lot in Cholul to build a house. Great tips - smell test to window screens!
Hi! why did you choose Cholul? :)
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I am a single retiree looking into possibly moving to Merida. Thank you for providing important things I must consider when I go house hunting. You have a new subscriber!😊
Thanks for watching and joining us on this journey!
You guys are awesome, so informative and practical - we are also moving to MX and we contacted FB expats groups, got ~10 realtor recommendations, contacted 3 and thought it is overkill - but now I see I can even go with more than 3... thank you!
Love your videos!! We plan to move to Merida (hopefully once Covid settles down)!
Thank you! Looking forward to life after covid-19 too. Hope you make it!
Blessings NOMADIC WONDER (April and Rondel)! You guys are BEAUTIFUL, and your show is Excellent, Exciting, Easy to understand and Informative. As one who's retired a little over a year ago I'm definitely considering my options. Being from Honolulu Hawaii, and seeing the high cost of any return in that direction, I began to consider the alternatives. Your show delightfully presents them. Being a Widower it is an additional Blessing to see you both working together and allowing each other to speak and share not just the important information, BUT THE JOY in having this experience together. How wonderful! Be sure not to cut each other off as you do. My wife and I were very blessed to have ministered to many through the years and one of the things we had to learn was when to let the other speak. I must admit, I was so excited about what God was doing in our lives and sharing that I often cut my wife's comments short, LOL! Lord have mercy. In time I (We) learned to harmonize and speak in turn. How beautiful to walk this world with our Covenant Partner, and better as our ONENESS grew. Any way, keep up the excellent work. I so enjoy you both. Cherish one another and Be Blessed!
Thanks for you comments and encouragement. We are a work in progress and enjoying the journey. -Blessings
Great tips especially the ones regarding the deep inhale, paint bubbling, electricity etc. Most people overlook these things. Appreciate y'all! Much love from California!
Thank you!
Very helpful, thanks for keeping it real!
Thank you for this video it was very informative I'm from Hawaii so mosquito and other critters and humidity is no problem especially after staying in Jamaica with my fiance and her family for over a year, but we are back in Hawaii but where planning to leave since it's getting to expensive live, I got family in Guadalajara and Zacatecas but I've always wanted to try out Yucatan since it gives off a tropical vibe and also my great grandfather met my great grandmother in the city of Merida in 1927 much love from Hawaii 🤙🏼
Thanks for the love, we really appreciate it. We are looking at Guadalajara as our next city to live in. We heard it was a beautiful city with tons to do. If you don't mind the heat and mosquitoes then I think Merida is a sweet (CHEAP!) spot to land in.
You too are so cute, I’m close to retirement so I’m getting lots of information and I truly appreciate the information you share- thank you! I live in oregon and my old bod wants sunshine.
Thank you!!!! I have learned more from you two than any other group!
Love your videos! I might hit you up to figure out how to make my move easier 👍😁
Please do!
Terrific videos! I hadn't even thought about the HEAT... that makes me reconsider some things haha
We have nothing but love for this place but it really is a sauna.
I've watched all your videos, some more than twice, and I must say I absolutely appreciate the information you guys have shared. The videos that covered Merida has helped me a great deal.
The content and energy this channel bring is perfect! So please continue doing what you're doing! Thanks so much!
Rondale doesn't want to be peed on....LMAO
Merida is hot but it's hotter in Okinawa, Japan.
Wow! It's hotter in Okinawa. I had no idea. Thank you for checking out our channel. We really appreciate it and we appreciate you! -Stay Safe
I just found your channel. Lots of helpful information, thank you.
Thank you for going through our content and for the support!
Hi just discovered your channel. Great videos. Welcome to Mexico
Thank you!
Always great to know what people who look like me think and experience...
Trying our best to represent us in the most honest way. Thanks for the support!
Thank you for the tips... Will be in Bandera's Bay soon....PV...would love your prospective on that....but appreciate you...
Glad it was helpful! We were thinking of heading there for quick get away but they were having a flare up with covid-19 cases's please let us know how it goes there. Whatever you do enjoy yourself and be safe!
I think Mexico is a great viable option for many of us for part on the year in it's safer cities....maybe one day the country will wake up and market to us...
Luckily, we've always felt welcomed here - at least in our experiences.
WOW!! Very important information 👍 thanks lots
Thank you!
Enjoyed your tips. We are planning a six months stay in Merida sometime next year hopefully we will have a vaccine for covid 19. Moving from Las Vegas so use hot weather. New subscriber!
Yeah, hopefully there will be a vaccine! I hope you fall in love w/ Merida. It's a really chill up and coming city with lots of culture to delve into. I hope your move is a happy one!
Ya'll are dope. Thanks for all the tips!!
Thanks for watching!
You guys are great. You should have many more subs maybe take a trip to Vegas. Those dudes get a lotta views . It's Vegas man.
We've never been to Vegas. Maybe we'll add it to the list!
Can you talk more about the weather? This is my number one concern 😅 Like what are the things in Merida that make the hot and humid weather worth it for you! 🤩 Thank you so much for your videos! We are a family of 4 with small children looking to relocate from Sunny California to Merida! 😅
The people, the malls and the different places we would go to hang out. Pre-covid quality of life was nice. But..... since the pandemic hit here....this weather...... we are heading for a cooler part of Mexico.
How much do I ♥️♥️♥️ you guys !!!!!
Thank you
Good information. Thank you.
I’m glad that you talked about the cockroaches, cause everyone else seems to talk around it. Do you have any suggestions on finding a Mexican apartment that has no cockroaches, if possible?
Any type of densely populated, hot environment is going to breed roaches so 1st don't stay in the tourist areas or any densely populated neighborhood place. Next, get as far off of the ground floor as you can. Be sure to investigate the building and the apartment you are moving into for cleanliness and upkeep. Remember, if your neighbors have roaches you will have them as well. Barricade your home with borax around window seals and the doors. Be sure you treat the outside of your home regularly with insecticide. Don't keep hot garbage in your home. We keep our organic garbage in small bags in the frig until we take it out... Following these rules we have lived free of any roach infestations. In Merida we would see a rando "outside roach" on our first floor but over the course of a year we saw 3 so no real issue #ThankYouJesus -I hope that answered your question.
Thanks guys. Great tips!!!
Yes! Yes! You did it!
Yasss!!! Now I shall watch the video.
Great tips!
Michigan !!!
Midwest!!! 🤟🏾
Totally subscribed! Love the channel!!! I’m from Chicago, my wife is from TampaBay Florida and we have a young daughter, what areas would you suggest for a small family? Love the art!
We know quit a few families that live in Las America's but honestly anywhere in and around the Montes (Montecarlo, Montecristo, Montebello...) are good too. I don't feel like Centro is a good place for kids, its a busy tourist area ordinarily.
Whattttt... it's that hot?
I hate crazy heat
We stay in the 90s and 100s!
Someone indicated that realtors there, get the prices pushed higher. They indicated that you should find a native speaker and respond to a Se Vente or Se Renta sign for you to get the price and then have them go with you to the showing. What are your thoughts?
That sounds like a good way to avoid the 'gringo tax'. If we had a local friend here when we were apt hunting we probably would have done that.
The Get Out clip 😂
It was fitting 😂
Great tips! What about homes that are brand new. Once i visit Merida that’s what I’m looking for
We're not in Merida any longer but there was always new construction around the city. Check out facebook.com/YucatanTransitionalServices or facebook.com/Meridamoves ahead of your move to find what you're looking for.
@@TheYarbros Thank you
Other than weather and cost of living, how would you compare living in Merida to that of Medellin?
We would say that Medellin is much more of a "City" in regards to size (population & neighborhoods), things to do, transportation and crime (although we felt very safe there). The public transportation in Medellin was awesome. You did not need to use any transportation apps if you did not want to. That is not a choice here in Merida, public transportation is "bareknuckle". Also, there is a large regional/ cultural (Mayan) presence in Merida it is even more pronounced than in other areas of Mexico...the garments that people wear, the nightly cultural events, the conversations you have with locals....there is a continual celebration of their culture. It is overt and easy to reach for understanding. Lastly, Medellin has a younger expat crowd than Merida. There seems to be a larger retiree community here than in Medellin....our opinions.
CAMPECHE CITY!!!
With the new virus numbers up in Yucatan
Should I still come to look in merida in February 2022
Was planning to bring my son 14 and wife
But don't want to be locked in hotel the whole time worried the government shutting city down
Also not sure if you guys are still in Merida but if interested we would be happy to take u guys out for dinner
U guys seem like really good people
And normal lol
😁😅 Yes we are down to earth for sure. You can count on Yucatan shutting down the city if cases go up sharply. We're no longer based in the Yucatan but thank you for the invite. aybe we can link in the future!
My hubby is not watching the video. Great information. We would like to see real estate. Have you found friends to hang out with? Also, have you found churches that you can attend?
There are some great Facebook groups setup for meeting ppl in Merida. Some host monthly events (check the description). We haven't connected with a church yet but there are a few with English speaking services. I'd recommend using the search function in some of the fb grps to point you in the right direction.
New Subbie, I'm taking notes
lol if you have any questions well answer if can. Stay safe and chase dreams!
I just found you 2. Yayyyy
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I love y’all videos! Have you found anyone to do your Locs there? Would y’all recommend a single mom doing a Airbnb instead of trying to find a rental?
Thank you! We haven't come across any locticians here. We handle it in house as best as we can lol. We would always suggest an Airbnb first, just to give yourself time to get familiar with different neighborhoods. Once you have a good idea on the area you like find a rental there!
The Yarbros I guess I should learn how to do pics lol. Thanks for the response
Do you mind referring your realtor? I have one in Merida so far but I need like 4 days full of yours before I make my final decision
I spend a couple of weeks in Merida in January of 2019. It was hot but supposed to be the better part of the year to visit weather wise. I loved Merida but wondered if I could handle the weather year round. Have you acclimated to the heat? Are you still living there?
We haven't really acclimated and it's been a little over a year. Others have! We're currently here but our time is winding down. When things clear up, try visiting during the summer to see how you feel.
when u moved how does it work as far as citizenship etc, America is difficult to move to from Mexico
American citizens can stay in Mexico on a tourist visa/permit (180 days), or they can apply for a temporary or permanent residency. Most just apply for whichever one works best.
Just talk to me briefly about gringo pricing is it universal...What do realtors get I live in NYC looking retire in Mexico possibly Merida do they get a month basically are they a big rip-off...and would you suggest finding a NATIVE to negotiate your rental I know can be done...any thoughts appreciated...Thanks Tom.
When you rent an apartment here you pay 2 months of rent. One month of rent goes towards your legal fees and payment to your realtor. One month of rent is surety that they hold if you do not have a fiador (a local person who vouches for you). Yes, Giringo tax is real so as with any line of business it is best to do your research up front and to move with wisdom. Most people that we know have not been ripped-off but "they" are always talking about someone being ripped-off. Either way wisdom and knowledge are the best tools to wield. I do not think that a native is necessary to work on your behalf most business people here are bi-lingual.
what other areas did you research prior to moving?
For us, we were more interested in the tourist visa/permit and picked a country that allowed more time for tourists to stay. We moved to Mexico from Colombia (after having exhausted our max # of day as a tourist there).
I said this in the comment section of another of your videos but I LOVE you guys. You make me imagine what life could be like with my husband ( & our kids) living in Mexico. I LOVE YALL! I’m from FL too boo. Here in Bradenton right now and rhet tah GO!
Question. So I’ve been looking on a particular website at a particular property. It says it was published 62 days ago and it’s still up. Would they have taken it down if it were rented? Also I really want that place (just from looking online) and I want to make payments NOW so I can have it on hold for me when I get there in Sep. is this a bad idea?
You guys would love it! It sounds like you are already here mentally 😂 I understand being rhet to go!
Regarding your question, those sites aren't always maintained. Being 62 days ago I would assume it's no longer available. You could always reach out to the contact of that property and find out for sure. TIP: don't put any money down sight unseen! You really want to walk through these places and neighborhoods before you make any sort of financial commitment. Good luck with your search!
Heyyyyy girll I'm from Bradenton too!! Want to move in 2023 or 2024!!
Which realtors would you recommend?
What advice would you give a "senior lady of color" praying about Merida?
There are large expat retirement communities around Merida. I would suggest connecting with a Facebook group of color like the Black Mexpat Community: facebook.com/groups/Blackmexpats/ they are very helpful and you could have a group of friends before you arrive.
Campeche city! It is beautiful and close to Merida
Are there villas. To rent on the beach or apartment for just 1 month ? Thnx
You can look up apts in airbnb longterm rentals for apts 28 days or longer.
The Yarbros thanks that’s helpful :)
Good day, Good day, GOOD DAY!!! So I have a big question for the Hubby! Now I know you have locs but, is there anywhere for African Americans to get haircuts??? Lol. I know there are Barbers all over Merida but have you come across any Barbers that would assist our culture. Thabks for any dialogue on this possible matter.
Good question! I wanted to get a little line-up and fade on the sides and neckline but I was not successful in finding a barber that I would trust. I went into two shops and between the language barrier and the scared look in their eyes..... I just bought some clippers a couple of weeks ago to handled my business personally. I will say they have tons of barber shops, it is a big part of the culture here. They also have a lot of Sally's Beauty Supply shops and healthy black hair care products in all of the major stores, but in regards to a barber I would trust - naw brah!
@@TheYarbros LOL!!!!, LOL!!!! I feel ya Bro!!!! I'm very particular about who in my fade as well. I know I'll be bringing my clippers as well with me. But I was honestly praying that I could by chance come across a down with it barberry that could help us out. LOL. I'll still be on the lookout when I get there in August or September and I'll keep you up on the progress as well.
‘No...no, no, no no no...no.
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Thank you