Best Places to Retire: Reasons You Will Want To Move To Puerto Vallarta Mexico
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Most people want a happy retirement or an empower retirement. They want to retiresmart being able to use their 401k, Roth, pension plan and even have an early retirement. In my extensive travels, there are a few places where I can see myself hanging my hat. Puerto Vallarta Mexico is one of the best places to retire for its affordability, weather, amazing culture and food, small town feel and more. Some like Puerto Vallarta snorkeling while others prefer to sit and look at the ocean. Real Estate agent and friend Taniel Chemsian has been a Puerto Vallarta resident for the last 15 years. He shares why Puerto Vallarta may be the place you will want to retire.
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Obviously I missed the Webinar, but I’d like to meet up on my next trip to PV - Mahalo, Doc
we are living in La Jolla (San Diego) and are looking to move to MX or rotate between San Diego and MX. We are looking at Cancun and Vallarta. When we visit Vallarta, probably fall 2022, we will let you know. Your videos have been very helpful.
I spent eight days in Puerto Vallarta Mexico.. I love the weather and the beaches and the food . The people there are very friendly towards foreigners. I took a cab into the city and I walked around and the people there were very respectful and friendly . Yes I had a great time in Puerto Vallarta Mexico and I can’t wait to go back again and possibly one day getting dual citizenship and living there in the winter months. I have already recommended Puerto Vallarta to my friends. And the woman there are beautiful.
PS : i’ve been to Aruba and Puerto Rico and Puerto Vallarta Mexico is definitely my favorite place.
I have had a place in Puerto Vallarta since 1995. It is a wonderful place, great weather, great food, unbelievably friendly people, and access to pretty much everything you might want. I tell people that they should figure on spending about 1/3rd of what they spend in the States on the things they like to do or have. It is easy to make friends and people do look out for each other. I do strongly suggest that one learn some Spanish and try to get involved in the local community. The other thing I suggest to people thinking to live in PV is that they come and stay for a while in August during the rainy season. Think of how the weather is in Miami or Houston in August or September and you get the idea. I have no issue with the weather but some people do not enjoy the rainy season. If you are one of those, then plan a trip north to visit family and friends for a couple months every summer. You can also travel to other parts of Mexico which are not as rainy and humid in the summer.
One thing I promise you is that after a couple days you will be walking around completely relaxed and with a smile on your face.
thanks for sharing your experience and awesome advice! Sure many will benefit.
Well said, I have gone 7 times and loved it
Is gang stalking (organized stalking, not gang related) especially rampant there?
@@grandmalovesmebest - I do not have any idea what you are talking about. If you are referring to crime in Vallarta, my experience has been that I have never had any issues whatsoever. I do know that in the areas where most tourists are going to be staying or visiting, there is not a lot of violent crime. People do report property crimes from time to time. The street where I live has an average of a burglary a year. Likewise, I have talked to people who were foolish enough to leave personal property in a rental car parked on the street and came back to find it gone. I tell people the same thing every year - if you would not do something at home in your town, do not do it here. So do not go around flashing large amounts of money on the street, do not get drunk and wander around the streets late at night, do not patronize prostitutes, do not leave valuables in your vehicle, lock your doors and windows, do not leave your personal possessions unguarded on the beach while you go swimming, and watch out for scammers on the street, in bars & clubs, around ATMs, and in other public places. The same types of street crime can happen in PV as happen in any medium-sized city in the US or the rest of the world.
As for "gang-stalking" I suggest you read this - medium.com/bigger-picture/gangstalking-a-new-type-of-internet-conspiracy-cult-ab0a4fc7b85c
@@johnpetry5321 hi mind if I email you regarding looking to buy a condo in PV? Im.from los angels. An educator . Thx u
You are so right. Go out in the world. I lived in 6 different country’s and from 68 till 72 in Mexico D.F. Great time. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
My husband & I have been researching Puerto Vallarta and hoping to move within the next 2-3 years. I love these videos. So helpful. I love that Vallarta really has everything we are looking for in a home ❤
I’ve been living here for about a year now. I have also traveled here before multiple times. Summers are very hot here and will be on average 90+ degrees for about half the year. Hitting in the 100s quite a lot. I live a little higher and somewhat in the mountains and the breeze helps quite a bit. Can’t complain though because of how beautiful Vallarta is!
Where do you live in the mountains, and how far from the beach are you? Sounds wonderful!
Sounds wonderful. Are there places where they have air conditioning? I’d love to live here. Gotta find out how and what to do about meditation I’m on and if I can get them there.
@@LisaMarie-mo5ec yeah I have AC. Many places don’t however be cautious of that. Definitely is a must!
@@poppylove3673 should’ve been more clear lol. It’s more of a hill and I live on the top floor of my building so the wind does hit a lot more. Regardless in times like this I have my AC on at all times as the wind doesn’t do anything when it’s 100 degrees. It’s about 10 minutes from the malecón in a car also.
@bekahsue I’d love to visit. How can or where can I find out what I need to do n b safe. I’m from t U.S. Thankyou
PV is very beautiful; the people; food; culture; lifestyle, it reminds me of the Philippines
yes! Philippines has some amazing places as well!
Yo soy Mexicana ❤️ Phillipines 🙏
Ok one place I need to visit. Live in Tijuana right now.
Hello Tammy 😊
PV is one of my favorite places in the WORLD to visit! I have a good 25-30 years before I retire, but I definitely plan on living there *crosses fingers*
you definitely don't have to wait until you retire. I also direct episodes of House Hunters International, and i have to say - people get up and move all the time when the urge strikes them... hopefully you will get a chance to live there before 25-30 years!
In 30 years the extraterrestrials and the robots will be the only ones left on the planet. Enjoy today.
I watch that show and seen you in it I love PV and my plan is to stay for 6 months I'm about to retire
missdarkeyes , tomorrow is not promised and God forbid you have a health condition or injury that prohibits you. Take it fro me , Just do it now! I can only enjoy Vallarta threw TH-cam at 45 yrs old due to health / injury conditions
Excellent video. My wife and I have been to PV 33 times and your video showcased the city perfectly. Of course, it is always great when you have a guest like Taniel who is very eloquent and well versed on PV. Thank you for the great video.
33 times! wow - impressive. I'm sure you have witnessed all the changes over the years. And who doesn't love Taniel? :) Thanks for watching!
Hello 👋
@@marvindanny9739 Hi Marvin, what’s up?
@@edbushman523 How are you doing today...I hope you are having a wonderful day...
@@marvindanny9739 I am doing great. Do we know each other? I think I have seen you on tic tok videos???
I traveled outside the US for the first time in 2016 to PV and have been back 5 times and my 6th time at the end of November for 8 days. Planning on buying a house/condo in the near future so I really like this video... Thank You!
When you are ready and go for a visit, definitely give Taniel a call! :)
@Taniel Chemsian Sending you an email so maybe if you have time we can set up a meeting and discuss what i'm thinking and I can get your ideas too. thanks
I wish more Americans would not only travel outside the US but when they do travel really engage with locals. It would provide a lot more people with a much better perspective about this world we share with countless other cultures.
I love Nuevo Vallarta. I’m heading straight there as soon as I’m able to work remotely.
that's awesome! lots of people finding ways to work remotely. best of luck with making this dream a reality!!
Let me know when you're ready! I can help you to show you some options in Nuevo Vallarta!
I wanted to say this video is great! I’ve been to Vallarta 7 times since 1997 and I have aspirations of retiring there one day. You answered some q’s I’ve never asked (taxes, health care cost) so, thanks! Love the people and ambiance of PV! And yes! Leave the resort! Travel! I tell my kids the same and they go everywhere we go. 💚💚
Great piece! Been to PV over 60 times and owned a place in Conchas Chinas for 5 years. Taniel was spot on about PV!!
Jim Sisson i like conchas chinas area a lot. Wow 60 times is impressive - you’ve must of seen a lot of changes in the town over the years!
I’m curious, what others places have you lived and love?
It all depends what a person is looking for. I have never been to the Yucatan peninsula.
Otherwise pretty much all over Mexico for vacations and work. Puerto Vallarta is beautiful, but since the early 90s when I first went there, very commercialized, everything geared to tourism. My favorite city now is Mazatlan, a city I did not even like early on
Still has the fishing fleet, the mercados, luxury hotels. So the new and old Mexico.
My favorite place in the world. Been going for years and years and years...... one day, I will live there. Goals!!!
absolutely! you WILL live here. you can make it happen.
Such an informative video on expat living in PV. I too have traveled there off and on for the last 10 yrs and feel quite comfortable there. So charming and never can get enough. Now after retiring 2 yrs ago in California, I keep tossing around the idea to move to PV. Since I’m single, nothing is holding me back and I need a change. Much to consider but feel after hearing Taniel speak from the heart, I know it’s the place to spend the next chapter on a limited income.
You should definitely give it a try. I actually was there recently again and did a follow up chat with Taniel about overcoming the fear of moving abroad :) - that will be uploaded over the coming months!! good luck on your new adventure.
Hi Bryan my name is Blanca and I went to PV back in 2003,,,,,The reason was happy and sad my mom had ovarian cancer and we went to enjoy R and R and some goodbyes my mom felt like brand new at Puerto Vallarta as a matter of fact when we got back to San Francisco she started to cried she wanted to go back almost immediately but unfortunately a younger brother of mines did not let her.....he made himself in charge...I am a baby boomer and my son was 4 yrs at the time....I had him very late in life...but now he is 19 yrs and great kid who loves hot weather ......living in San Francisco has become somewhat miserable for those originals from San Francisco all the favorite stores and restaurants have close because of the outrageous rents...and its so painful to see the employees are no longer there....anyway its so financially in livable here in San Francisco my property taxes are $5000.00 a year and my neighbors are up to $8000.00 a year for life...I am losing my sanity over this who can it .....that's why I very serious about moving to parts of Mexico ...we pay 30% more on every thing......living in San Francisco. Its insane....the people are so friendly in Puerto Vallarta.....it is by far one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited...in my life...I want to leave the rat race of the Bay Area...yes I know the Bay Area is a special place but that life style is slowly eroding.....why should I be paying 30% more and not be able to enjoy a single vacation just to pay property taxes every single day.....you know what I mean....every thing that Mr Taniel mention is so true its like he was reading my mind.......take care you can email me at blancae@gmail.com take lots of ❤ care....
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@@blancaestrada2771 yes getting a better quality of life and reducing the stress of a higher cost of living is definitely why people are looking abroad. Thank you for your thoughts on the topic -- so true.
Blanca I'm from SF too and I'm sick of the cost of living the traffic, after 46 years in the city my plan is to retire in PV
I loved this video, charming, funny guy
We just came back from Vallarta and this is my favorite place on earth
Being born in Jalisco & raised in LA, my goal now is to buy a house here in the next 2 years before I retire
Thank you so much for this video
PV.and San Miguel de Allende,two of my favorite places to visit in Mexico.
Excellent info for our retirement plans to Mexico! Puerto Vallarta looks perfect for my wife & I... Thank You!
definitely go and check it out. in the next couple of weeks we will be posting a video on what you need to know in order to buy a home in Mexico so be sure to check that out. :) Thanks for watching!
In Mexico, weather changes greatly depending on altitude, so if you don't like the hot humid coastal climate in the summer you can seek higher ground and cooler weather. I know expats that live less than an hour from PV having to wear a jacket in the summer, because they are high up - so seek refuge by traveling or going higher up when it gets too hot or humid for you.
great advice. thanks so much for sharing!
This was a good video and I enjoyed watching it. After just returning to decide if my husband and I would move here and being from Los Angeles, I agree with most of it. The only thing I would put qualifiers around was near the beginning where the video listed some cheaper items, like food, etc...but in that same sentence, the word 'gas' was used. The gas for your house, yes, but for your car, anyone reading this be aware that gas(oline) is just as expensive as in California. After visiting the Vallarta mall, I found also that clothing was just as expensive, as were some electronics like the TVs, maybe more in some cases. Furniture was cheaper though not 'cheap' but less...at least in the store Liverpool which I know isn't the cheapest furniture store in the area :-). Also, insurance is much cheaper, but if you have certain pre-existing conditions, most insurance rules you out and for the 1 or 2 that might accept you which I haven't found quite yet, be prepared according to others for a not so cheap option. So if you can't afford the insurance with a preexisting condition, be prepared to have some money on the side for emergencies. The good news is that the costs for those emergencies as well as every day care are substantially cheaper than in the US, but it will dent your wallet for those emergencies. For example, someone shared with me that for a heart stint procedure, it still was about 9-10K, a dent in your wallet, but probably tens of thousands cheaper than in the US. Another told me an operation put them out about 16K, which would have been about 100K in the US...so just be prepared to have reserves for those emergencies if you can't obtain insurance. For non emergencies, they have a fantastic system, and even with emergencies, you can with preexisting conditions leverage Seguro, the national system, but don't expect the same quality of conditions as in the US at a regional place tied to this. Spend a little if need be and go to the better care providers and pay out of pocket because as the video said, care is much cheaper. FInally, electricity is much cheaper, as long as like me you aren't running AC all the time all around the house like I do in my LA apartment, especially at night where i love the temperature while sleeping at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. I've heard from others that your bill in the summer could end to be like $400, which would be more than double my highest bill in Los Angeles. If you can control yourself by at least isolating the AC to the room you are in, then the electricity is MUCH MUCH cheaper. With that out of the way, I agree with everything I discovered as compared to this video and I can't want to move their next year :-) Loved this guy's condo. So cozy :-). Love the comment about the humidity and his 150 year age...had me laughing. The humidity is super intense, but the pros far outweigh the cons.
The thing about some items being the same price as at home, is that you rarely need to buy electronics or furniture! You buy them once, then they last for many, many years. Same with clothing, and in P.V. all you need for your wardrobe is a couple of pairs of shorts, and a few shirts. No need for dressy clothes or socks even. Gasoline as well, because you don't really need a car to get around efficiently, not to mention you get to see so much more by walking, in addition to getting in some great exercise.
Can you please do a Q & A on HOW to move your personal belongings down to Mexico and WHAT to bring with you and what NOT to bring?? We want to move down full time next year. ❤️
we are doing a free webinar and we have a download that talks about some of the insider tips on moving to mexico... you can check it out at dreamretirementinmexico.com
100% correct you only have 1 life to live on this earth.
Time goes by real fast and as you get older it will be harder to explore the new adventures and cultures.Luckily I moved to Mexico from Canada in 2011 6 months at a time. 💯🇲🇽🇨🇦🇺🇾
yes indeed! thank you for sharing ...it's great to know that people have been happy with their decision to move there.
That is my plan live in PV,you only live once
Forex life... we are from Canada.. near Toronto... thinking of retiring in Mexico... where do you stay? Do u feel safe?
I got robbed by the police in Cancun and it kind of soured me on Mexico but i love the country and I'm willing to give it another chance. I love the little dog in the video lol. Really mellow
I'm sorry to hear about your misfortune in Cancun. I tell you, you cannot compare these two cities. PV is the place to be.
@@sunrae5116 thanks for the info.
I so agree. When I was young I traveled, and it was a great education. I also tell my young friends to get out of your comfort zone. I am looking to move to PV as my husband past away this year. I have nothing else holding me back. I introduced him into trying Mexico, and he to fell in love with PV, but he wouldn’t consider moving there.
Hi Taniel, since I'm writing this on a Christmas day I might as well wish you and your interviewing friend Merry Christmas and the best of health and wealth. I loved every second of the information you provided on PV I have actually been to different parts of Mexico but unfortunately not PV yet I'm retiring in about a year and I've been doing a bit of research in the last few months. I've traveled to various countries to see where would be ideal for me. After seeing your video I think I'm almost convinced that PV might be the place I used to live in LA and now I live in Temecula. And I left LA exactly for the same reasons you left. I'm planning to fly out there around March or April. I'll be looking around for a small rental apt and then if everything goes according to what I expect I might actually purchase a property. And your lady friend interviewing you should be on TV. Did a much better job than most of the professionals. Lol
BTW originally Persian and fluent in Spanish and 50% french also I lived and went to school in Spain for 10 years. That's why I think a Spanish speaking country would be the country where I would love to live. And Mexico has always been on top of my list among all the other Spanish speaking countries for many reasons.
Thanks again Taniel so much for this great informative video you put out I think if PV authorities see this video. They'll be asking you to run for the mayor. Lol
Regards
Milan
Thanks so much! Best of luck in your house search -- Taniel will be able to help you for sure!
Great video. I live in Charlotte NC but I have been considering moving there. But it is a big move.
Beautiful. Welcome to Mexico!
Love this guy! I wanna move here!!
So great weather, except for June, July, August, and September when there is humidity from hell. “Be like a 100, but not every single day.” October is still humid till later October.
Off season is fine, too, with lower discounted prices and no crowds - we summer there from AZ. where it's very hot, so we adopt to the humidity just fine. Busy seasons can be crowded in PV.
Spend the hot months in Oaxaca in a cheap studio.
Life is filled with dreams and unexpected tragedies... We live for the dreams, as did my next door neighbor, a small woman of Mexican extraction... but american born. For more than a dozen years I watched her work for... and around the beautiful white-stone house she finally paid off in full. She made it so beautiful, always having family members in the backyard she had turned into a lovely slate-stone, flower and shrub garden.... Her dreams ended after learning she had pancreatic cancer a few months ago; she died on 21 October this year. The house is now for sale. Indeed,we live for our dreams... and the hope that heaven awaits. God bless Dolores, and may she rest in eternal peace.
thank you so much for sharing. yes we must all live in gratitude.
Who goes to heaven? It's not about being good but having a relationship with Jesus Christ. Seek and you will find.
Thank you for such a great interview. I love Taniel and will contact him if I decide to buy there! I know I will get truthful and honest information and opinions from him. Both of you have wonderful senses of humor. Very informative! Thank you!
Taniel is a great guy and really knows his stuff :)! We have been so amazed with all the feedback that we decided to create a program that caters to people who are seriously thinking about Mexico as a retirement destination...it'll be out in a few months so keep an eye out for it! :)
My husband and I are planning to retire in either Puerto Vallarta, Rincon de Guyabitos, Hualtulco. We’ve been to Puerto Vallarta 4 times and we’re very drawn to this wonderful place.
Hello Kit 😊
I think is my 4th video, seeing you, Risa, with Taniel together! Thank you for sharing these beautiful places, and going over things to consider in choosing where to move! I have so many questions, and I’m learning a lot from both of you!
I love this man. He convinced me to move when I retire. I appreciate all this info. Thank you.
Looking forward to being there in January. This will be a 3rd year and looking for a place for snowbirds in 2023. Possibly 2-3 months.Can’t wait and hope to find you for more information; Great presentation, thank you.
Puerto Vallarta is a stunning resort town located on Mexico's Pacific coast in Jalisco state. Known for its spectacular beaches, marine life, water sports, and local resorts, Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world.
Loved this video. I have been thinking about traveling in Mexico. Had pretty much ruled out Puerto Vallarta because it is a party town but I’m definitely reconsidering now. In fact on my first trip down it may be my only destination.
I spent some time in PV last year. I'm returning next month for a 2 month stay. Seriously considering it as home.
That's great...and being able to 'test' it out is amazing. best of luck!
I visited pvr several times. Taniel is a great ambassador. You are a wonderful interviewer. Although pvr is becoming a gay mecca for people looking for such lifestyle, it is the only caveat I could find. The place is wonderful, lively and fun.
Thank you. PV has grown over the years for sure that has lots to offer everyone.
Wonderful video and interview! Thank you 🙏🏼 I. Hoping to retire early in PV over the next two years and the info in this video has been exactly what I needed.
Been really sick of us living all day compressed into one another in traffic for years working making others happier than the most important ones decided to get healthy and just healthier lifestyle & producing my own relieve of ugliness nasty aging stress forever.
Nowadays I live perfectly sound while decompression exactly with the same weather as Hawaii in PV.
Nope! 75-80 degrees in the sun is more like 85-90 degrees with the heat index and humidity, and that's way too hot for me. I already live in a hot southern US state where you have to have the AC on all the time and the last thing I want to do is move somewhere else to do the same because it's too warm year round, especially the summers. It doesn't matter how beautiful the beaches are or how cheap the food and rent is if you are sweating all the time. Some people don't mind walking around with sweat pooling in their pits and crotches, but I sure do! So I'll be looking at cooler beach areas of Mexico like Ensenada and hoping for the best. Although this felt like an infomercial for a realtor (and clearly it was), it was well done and entertaining. Be well and take care!
Lol I stayed for several weeks at a place right up the hill from there. Even in the summer it was great.
@Taniel Chemsian Conchas Chinas and also in one of the new housing developments by the plaza aramara
Thank You! To Both of You! A very Down to Earth Video..... I Really Enjoyed this. 🤗
PV is beautiful and culturally very interesting. But there's a lot crammed into a small space and you need to be the sociable type
Great & accurate overview!
Thank you! I am looking to retire, hopefully young, and this has helped me to have an idea of how much would I need to save (Given it is being complemented with an occupation for me to earn money while enjoying the freedom of being retired).
Glad it is helpful! We will be posting a video on how to buy a home in Mexico soon - so keep an eye out for it! :)
DUDE, thanks for the video.
Thanks so much for watching
Very informative. Thanks much!
You are very welcome!
Great interview. Very informative.
Thank you! we will be doing a follow up talking about the things one needs to do if thinking about moving to Mexico. :)
This guy knows how to put it across...lots of wisdom...
Great interview....
Thanks so much for watching. We have more interviews about life in Puerto Vallarta on our channel and will be posting more soon!
I would move tomorrow, but my partner 98, will not budge. I can understand that. But what about handicapped people using a EV scooter? But I love PV.
Great video, very informative.. just as your other videos... I am seriously considering Mexico to buy and eventually move to.. looking forward to the website launch soon...
if you haven't checked it out, the website is live and our free webinar starts next week - dreamretirementinmexico.com :)
Good information. Thanks to you both!
PVR is such a lovely town.
indeed!!
Thank you for sharing . Porto Vallarta is where i want to retire and called home . Traveled the world as a chef , so i feel the spirit , feng shui . Travel gently
what an amazing career to travel the world cooking food for others! We are having a free webinar in early June! Sign up for updates here - modern-aging.ck.page/293ba750ce
I have been five times love it , I will be retiring in a Jan 2021 can you show me around
Hello Patti 😊
Went there for a week. Cool place.
I love this man... he is so Zen
Yes Taniel is awesome and a great trustworthy real estate agent who really listens to his clients.
Wow! That was a great conversation. I'm going to check and see if you linked his contact info in the description below.
I want a place like that down there👍
well done, informative, interesting, concise.
thanks very much!
Nice video. I enjoyed this conversation very much.
Great conversation mucho to learn Gracias
Alfredo vazquez thanks very much! Next month we will be posting a video on what you need to know in order to purchase a home in Mexico :)
This interview is spun to focus on the good, not the bad. No balanced discussion about corruption in the government and justice system. No balanced discussion about crime. No balanced discussion about legal rights or lack-thereof for expats. No balanced discussion about land ownership right issues for expats. No balanced discussion about expats being targeted for crime. The worst thing mentioned was high humidity for 3 months a year. When he compares Mexico to Chicago, regarding crime, he does it in a dismissive way. He's blatantly avoiding honest discussion about real concerns in Mexico. People watching this video don't care about Chicago's crime, they care bout crime in Mexico! Be skeptical of information in this video. Ask yourself what's more important; all of the great things mentioned in this video, or the legitimate concerns I raised that have been left unanswered.
Amusing. How long have you lived in Puerto Vallarta? Is there corruption in Mexico? Absolutely, no doubt about it. As an ex-pat, are you likely to encounter it? Not really. In the 24 years I have been in PV, I have never paid a mordida to a cop nor have I had a cop solicit one. I have never had any issues with corruption with any branch of the government there. I have only known on ex-pat living there who has done this and given the way he drives, I am not surprised. I have heard stories by certain ex-pats concerning something they know or heard happened to someone else. These typically are the types of stories that are hard to track down and often are not nearly as exciting when you do track them down. I have heard of people here paying little incentives to people to get some service performed or action accomplished by a private or government entity. I do not doubt that it happens. Sadly, it happens in parts of the US as well.
As far as crime, there is always a lively discussion of crime in PV among the ex-pats. The local paper often runs stories when something sensational happens. The most common crimes among the ex-pat community are burglaries of residences. I have personally known of 8 or 10 in my colonia over the past 24 years, mainly in the rental housing where people are constantly coming and going so no one is completely certain who actually is living there at any given point of time. Violent crime is pretty rare but it does happen. There has been one murder in my colonia in the time I have lived there and that involved a young Mexican-American man who was a low-level drug dealer and who was free-lancing on the side. He was murdered by his boss. Most of the street crime I have read of or seen involved people behaving stupidly - leaving valuables in their rental car, leaving valuables unattended while swimming on the beach, wandering around late at night intoxicated, in bars or areas known for prostitution but I am sure there are some totally innocent folks who have been pick-pocketed or scammed by someone. It happens in PV as it happens in any city anywhere in the world in areas with lots of tourists visiting. But I would say that crime there is no worse than crime in any city of the same size in the US or elsewhere, especially one in an area where tourism is popular. I have seen nothing which indicates that ex-pats are targeted for crimes at a higher rate than any other segment of the population.
I am not certain what you mean by legal rights for ex-pats. Nor about land issues. Any ex-pat living in any foreign country is subject to the laws of that country. My experience has been that some US citizens who come to Mexico expect the legal system to be the same as it is in the USA. It isn't. It follows the Napoleonic Code and that is quite different from the hodgepodge of Anglo-Saxon laws we follow in the US. As for ownership of land in Mexico in general and in Jalisco State, in particular, there are several books in English and Spanish that address the common issues involved in renting or owning property in Mexico in general and in Jalisco in particular. One I use is Jalisco Condo Law and Jalisco Condo Manual authored by Gary Musgrave. You can get them on Amazon both in the US and in Mexico. When I bought my property I made sure to do my due diligence and ensure everything was proceeding according to the legal system in Mexico. Land ownership in Mexico can be confusing for foreigners. There are restricted zones along the shores and the international land borders where a foreigner cannot own the land but can use a Mexican form of a trust to buy property. Elsewhere in the country, it is possible to buy land outright but as in any property transaction, one has to make sure that the person selling the property has the right to do so. I know that some years ago there was a big scandal regarding this in Baja where people thought they were purchasing land along the beach but actually were being scammed. To properly explain all the ins and outs of land acquisition in Mexico would require a video of its own and of much longer duration than this one.
You make a lot of general statements about issues, expecting an in-depth discussion of them, which of course are beyond the scope of a short piece on TH-cam. You also make a lot of very general statements that may or may not be accurate but it is impossible to tell given the vagueness of your assertions. You are correct that in the late summer it rains daily and is humid, much like Florida is the same time of year.
Nice, very good interview video!
thank you! Taniel will share his thoughts on moving abroad as well as what it costs to buy a home in Mexico so keep an eye out for it!
That'll be good if you bought me a home I thought of having one out there by the mountains. Though my living situation financially in the U.S has been a disaster.
LOL the dog drool at 5:29
@Taniel Chemsian - hey Taniel. As a dog lover myself, I may take you up on that! 😄
I was in Mx in July for the 1st time. Mostly in the colonial highlands. I hope to visit Mx again in a year or so, & PV is on the list. I'll say hi if I make it there.
I’ve been there once and I liked PV.I bet it is a nice place to retire.
For Americans, it is a fairly easy transition since they have a Walmart, Costco etc and great restaurants but also is affordable. If you have a lot of money, you can easily spend it there as well!
PV, my hometown...
I am ready my home town see you in December
I went to Vallarta for a 3 day Cuervo convention. I came home to Phoenix and announced to my wife that we were moving to Puerto Vallarta. Huge mistake.
The first week we stayed at the Fiesta Americana Hotel and it was great... then we moved to an apartment.
Anything we bought at a supermarket was dirty and the gallon of milk would spoil in two days. Nothing quite worked, and we ended up moving to Guadalajara.
Don`t get me wrong. Vallarta is a very beautiful city, the ocean is warm, the cops wear cute uniforms, and all, but I consider moving to Vallarta as one of the stupidest things I have ever done in my life.
Great interview!
No! Stop moving here! We have massive condo construction all over our city and prices are increasing like crazy! It is becoming difficult for us locals to live here now! Even finding a decent place to live in is becoming a struggle! :-(
And please don't get me wrong, we love having new visitors in our town. I have come across some very lovely and interesting people who vivist every winter!
Fantastic interview, very informative! And yes, I agree, YOLO!
Thank you for posting
Thanks for watching. We will have a follow up video to this one so look out for it. :)
@Taniel Chemsian
Do you carry private health insurance as well as seguro popular? If so, which private health care insurance do you recommend?
I like PV, but the beaches are kinda crappy compared to the Yucatan or Oaxaca, or beaches in New Jersey or Florida, for instance. It's very rocky (cue the beach video footage after he says the beaches are beautiful and great). Also, the water gets so warm in the summer that it's not even refreshing. If you are more of a beach person and not so much a social calendar person, definitely head to Oaxaca. Also, you forgot the best thing about living in Mexico. Mexicans.
Here’s a beautiful place to retire! I’d love to live here 👍💗💗
Hello Lisa 😊
@@marvindanny9739 hello do u live here?
@@LisaMarie-mo5ec How are you doing today...I hope you are having a wonderful day...😊
No I don’t live here. I’d love to. It seems so reasonable compared to t U.S.
@@LisaMarie-mo5ec okay...so if I may ask where are you from...😊
Affordable in 2001
He is a realtor? Do you have a business card ?
yes he is. go to www.tanielchemsian.com. He'll be able to help you!
Traveled to PVR many times and love the Romantic zone and Mismaloya. What I don't like is the zone area beach is horrible with sand fleas, or chiggers, or whatever you want to call them. It has been like that every trip.
Hello Cash 😊
Great and informative video
I currently live in Pasadena like Taniel did and am thinking about moving to Mexico. Not retired yet but working remotely
Thank you!
You are very welcome!
Fabulous!
It's a special place for sure. :)
PV is nice in the winter but scorching hot/humid and very buggy in the summer.
Yes it can definitely have it's very hot and humid days in the summer. I found that the bugs are either in the jungle or in the evenings like most tropical places. But the late fall, winters and spring are nice.
i really enjoy this video, and can I have this man realtor office cause we will be in Puerto Vallarta this March 24 to April 4, 2022 and we would like to meet with this man.
email me at info[at]thisismodernaging.com and i will do an email intro to you and Taniel. :)
Couldn’t hear the guest, while the host was ultra loud. Had to skip this one.
I'm looking to vacation in Mexico possibly moving at a later date. I like the mountains and cooler weather close to the water. Any suggestions and prices to rent first? Thank you.
if you are looking for cooler weather, then that would more inland - Mexico City, Cuenavaca, San Miguel de Allende. Unfrotunately climate is hotter by the beach/coastlines... but of course lots of options there depending on your preferences.
@@ModernAging
Thank you
What about the crime rate ?
Rest assured is definitely not as bad as LA, NY, Chicago and tenths of cities i can name you from the states.
@@mariolopez8646 Your right, US is out of control.
Not very useful for non-US ex pats; I tuned in for FACTS, but I'll keep the name & do my own research. Weather & a beach isn't the main reason for moving countries. For retirees its about living on a much lower income!! I'd like to see a video on retirement complexes. I don't know many people able to retire at 50.
that view is amazing !!!
yeah, it was taken from my hotel room and no filter... crazy right? :)
I from p vallarta and when you born in any place you must done anytime
I’m 31 and have eyed Puerto Vallarta as my retirement home. I’ll rather invest now and pay toward a lot of land instead of carrying a car note 📝 every month .
You said there was no smog. I’ve been considering moving to Mexico. I love PV. Some videos I’ve watched talk about the air pollution to in Old Town with all the traffic and buses. Do you find that?
Hello Linda 😊
My husband and I want to buy a property over there. We will be coming from California.
I’m learning how to make my next move, how I’ll be rich in five years.
Wowwwww i legit was thinking the same thing..I’m about to be 25 & I plan on being rich by 30! Good luck 🤞🏽
The US taxes are crazy, LA, NY, IL one of the highest taxes. That's why people want to Move there or any other Country.
I have a honest question. Do people really sit in someone else's home with their foot and shoe on the couch the way they just did? I ask honestly because we were raised never to sit on furniture that way and as a Japanese it would absolutely drive me bonkers if every guest wore shoes in my home.
It's an interesting question! Before moving to Hong Kong a couple of years ago, I had never heard or known about people leaving their shoes outside the front door and being indoors sans footwear or in indoor slippers, except for when attending Satsangs in India and at the Sivananda School of Yoga in Parkview, Johannesburg, and at other devotee homes. Simply put, it depends completely on the culture. Now, I can't imagine wearing footwear indoors, and never do, even when back home in South Africa, where the culture is to wear shoes indoors. I think it's a great and more healthful habit to cultivate and adopt - to not wear footwear indoors.
Thank you so much for this information. I plan to head over from EU within the next 6 months 🙏😄