Here I am renting a tiny apartment for $1200 a month in Portland, Oregon USA surrounded by homeless people and crime galore, I am seriously considering moving to Mexico and jumping around for a couple years since I can work anywhere with a wifi and single again! Thanks for the inspiration.
Just some advice I live in Southern Idaho and housing and rent going up but some small towns still might have cheap rent. My rent 400. A month and has never gone up. Also in some places you can by land 1000. Acre but alot of these places are just land.
@@beecool2984 We are 10 hours away from the beach only 7 hours if you live on the border we have nice lakes a stone throw from Oregon and Washington also Canada and Montana. Close to Wyoming and Utah on the borders. I could care less if people stop moving to Idaho less people is more for Idaho.
What are you waitin for, I thought, that’s plenty of money, I from mecsicou, she could save a lot of money if she cooks, like sea food is nice and fresh, and some restaurants once or twice a week, maybe like 200 dollars on food, and you can spend whatever you want in tours around islands etc, night clubs, whatever you want with the rest, so think about it, I realized that 1500 Is what you pay only for the rent.
Marie Blyden, Surprisingly there are still good deals in her neighborhood and often available spaces in her complex. Most foreigners don't want to live in a neighborhood that far from the tourist zone.
@@miguelperez8814 , Yes I do pay taxes. TH-cam automatically calculates my income so for me it's an easy process. I also like to support local, non profit organizations wherever I am living. I believe in supporting the local community.
Welcome to Mexico 🥰 My only recommendation if you’re planning on moving to Mexico is PLEASE don’t forget to break the ice and mix with the locals and also learn some Spanish! Most of the foreigners stay in their foreigner’s bubble and miss out from a wonderful experience. Also as a sign of respect to the locals 😁
yo as a sign of respect is it cool if mexicans that move to the US learn some english so they can mix with the locals as well or am i a racist for asking?
@@MrStayAlive “Yo” they do learn English or at least they really try their best to communicate in English when they’re interacting with English speaking people. If they choose to speak Spanish to their family members and you don’t like it, that’s another story. Anyway, English is not even the official language of the United States, is not in the constitution. Did you know that or do I have to teach you your own country’s history ?
@@ricochet2769 Spanish isnt even the official language of mexico it was braught there by the same people that killed everyone native to that place and enforced their religion on the people, same as in the states. All i did was ask a question you are the one implying I would be upset for them to speak their native tongue to their familys or implying that they dont try their best to learn english. i never said any of these things. you are proving my point here and you dont even realize it. The double standard is real. i asked a simple question. if i ask people to learn english as a sign of respect. thats how you put it. if i ask people to show me respect by learning my language is that racism or bigotry. or is it only classified as such bc im white? I find it offensive that you ask me to learn a language out of respect. I show respect in many ways I dont need to learn a language to do so. language is for communication. actions show respect. still waiting fo an answer to that question too. simple yes or no
@@MrStayAlive I won’t responde to your questions because the content in your answer tells me that you’re either a teenager or someone who is not educated to talk about this. So yeah, read some books first.
@@ricochet2769 escribe braught en lugar de brought, no sabe ni ingles el animalito, por supuesto que nunca va a aprender otro idioma, no el da el cerebro jajaja
I love everything about Dez's apartment. The layout and decor, the cozy outdoor patio, the location and view from those beautiful windows; all for $300/month! And her gorgeous kitty adds the sweetness. Puerto Vallarta is one of our favourite places to visit. It's beautiful and the people are friendly.
I am Mexican and live in San Diego, but Puerto Vallarta looks beautiful and so affordable, with $300 here is not even enough for my monthly car gas. You guys have it all!
Thanks for all the sweet comments everyone 🥰 you can read more about my lifestyle & Puerto Vallarta Activities on my travel blog: www.mydeztination.com Instagram: @mydeztination & @puertovallartaactivities
Nice find. We had a bit bigger apartment in a tourist town in Estado de México and paid about 3 times that. But, we had 2 bedrooms, a covered terraza overlooking the lake and got to watch the most amazing sunsets. The inside of this apartment reminds me a bit of ours. Not as rustic a location but, 10 minute walk to town. Loved it.
My only problem with your channel is that you expose the reality of living in Mexico in that is safe & awesome. I prefer the the negative views on Mexico so it stays a hidden gem - nice & cheap for a very long-time.
We pay $700 a month for a 2+2 with partial ocean view in 5-D, BUT we have hills to climb so sometimes we take a taxi back up for only 50 pesos! Two people can live pretty well for $1600-1700 a month here!
Constance....back in December of last year. The rent would have been $1200, but a build is going up right in front of our living room balcony, so we will lose the beautiful ocean view (still have view from both bedrooms at least! Yes, rents have gone up since then.
I spent a month in PV . My buddy rented a huge beautiful house in Conches Chinas. The house came with a maid/chef who showed up every morning and cooked us breakfast! I had the time of my life ...Beautiful, fun, inexpensive and safe.
@@isauratorres9447 this was back in 1999...The house had two stories, 8 rooms , a really nice landscaped pool , maid-cook , ocean views and was only $2000 month !!
Hola Dez! This is Kelly from the bookstore. I was scrolling through TH-cam when I saw your beautiful face pop up. I loved seeing where you sit to read the books. It helps to remind me that they are going with love to new homes and adventures of their own. We miss you. Come back in soon to say hello!
I just came back from vacation here!!! Soooooooooooooooo beautiful and the people are very very excited to share their culture. I'm definitely going back some day!!! Great video!!!
Omgosh!!! I love this. I’m exploring ideas for the coming future especially since America has gone down the toilet. Also exploring vanlife so I can travel all the places I’ve never been in America but, again, this country is sucking more every day.
Dez defiinately has her plan together. Great interview! I've been to Mexico a few times and definately would like to check out Puerto Vallarta as a future retirement destination. It's all about planning and I love the food. I could see myself sitting outside the veranda enjoying the view with a good cigar and two fingers of Mezcal. Keep up the good work and all the best from Germany.
Hallo Dave71 , Thinking the same thing. From NRW. Today is 28 October 2021. Lived in the USA for 45 yrs and returned to Germany on Februar 2001 . Might attempt to vacation in Puerto Vallarta and make the move .
Hi Jim would love to meet you ! My husband and I are thinking of living in Puerto Vallarta for a few months and would love your guidance. Please message us
Leone Dyson, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.You would be amazed how living in a town like Puerto Vallarta and walking regularly will really help get you in shape.
You should try it for a month or two. She's in her forties by the the look of her and seems to be doing fine. Insurance is still cheap their if your under 65.🤷♂️
@@isauratorres9447 I've had all that stuff happen in the US too. Personal anecdotes don't mean anything when it comes to determining the facts as to if a place is safe or not. Use crime statistics or data from a reputable source, not hearsay.
You want to live in PV....I moved from the shithole SF 5 yrs ago....could never go back to the terrible outrageously expensive, violent, dirty, unsafe US!
She is not only beautiful but got to have the most beautifulest hair! It is so pretty over there? So amazing ! Thanks for sharing! God bless you Dez and Jim! Please stay safe 🙏
We have a time share in PV in the Conchas Chinas area. We always have a great time and sometimes had to extend our stay for few more days because it felt it was not enough. We love to walk it’s one way to keep us fit while vacationing. We love PV.
@@LivingOverseasTV -I’m going to be moving in about 6-7 months and I’ve been thinking about where I should go? It’s been a while, but I really enjoyed my time in PV, this ,ay have convinced me!
I'm Dez over heels in Love with Your positivity ,beauty and outlook on life !! Living life in your own terms and earning a living doing what You love GREAT for it only You but for all of Us 👍😃🤗
Another great video, Puerto Vallarta is looking better every video. I definitely am a "experiences" type of person. We have too much "stuff" anyway. I sent my fiance one of "Living Overseas TV" videos.....she said stop sending me videos unless you're ready to go LOLOL
DJRolo813, Haha...I agree with your fiance. Time to get serious! Thanks for supporting the channel and I hope you are getting the information you need. I don't think living overseas is the best decision for everyone but if you are an "experiences" type of person, than I think you will find it amazing and life changing. Good luck!
Hi Dez. I am from México City which I love(the nice parts) and also I enjoy big cities like Guadalajara, Monterrey, Puebla, Queretaro etc. But now with the pandemic I try to look for smaller towns to visit and there are tons in México, by the way I've never been to Puerto Vallarta, it's true. Thx a lot for sharing this video so I can know a bit more about my country. Best wishes.
Just have to say it! She is a very beautiful lady and seems to be a very pleasant person as well! Her friends are very lucky people, to be sure! I can only dream of being one!
this is exactly what i would prefer instead of living in the main city with all the tourist attraction. living with nature and the local people sound perfect to me. your video on puerto vallarta has been very informative.
I will definitely be given 100 likes to this video. This woman she’s incredibly good vibes person. Loves the video, wish one day move to a place like Puerto Vallarta. I’m from State of Michoacán.
Wow love her place very cool and only $300!! I’m planning on moving to Mexico soon but still not sure where. Vallarta was my first choice but it’s gotten pretty expensive to rent so it’s nice to see this. Looking at Bucerias now.
Consider other city options like Valle de Bravo, Ajijic, San Miguel de Allende. Beach? Bucerías is good option indeed. Consider Zihuatanejo also. Bienvenid@ a Mexico!
@@claudiorodriguez7661 thank you I’ve been looking at a couple of those like Ajijic but I was thinking it’s a really older retired crowd. I’m not young but not to old. I’m going to look into the others so I appreciate it!
I remember seeing this video a couple of weeks ago and I remember you lived along the river. Is your place alright ? Everything looks devastated by the river. Please upload a video… hope things are alright for you. I saw what happen to Angalo de nopali
I moved to the Arctic. The north pole. I built my home using available material. I don't need bug repellent. Or a lawnmower. Only have a few fake plants. No sun for six months. And then no darkness for six months. Kinda like two seasons instead of four. I freeze dry my laundry. No heating bills. And I never worry about rain mud and floods. With some life adjustments I can live here on next to nothing.
Nice place. Making the move somewhere myself sooner rather than later. Just came back from Oaxaca. Loved Oaxaca City. Mexico is a wonderful country. Nice people , great food. Love it there
Hey Dez and Jim: GREAT VIDEO!!!! I love your place Dez and it is a great option. Are we not the luckiest people on the planet? I love living in Vallarta and appreciate Jim and his talent for putting together all the great videos on PV so far! I look forward to the upcoming ones for sure!
I would LOVE to connect with Dez and/or Jim. We are thinking of moving down from Washington state in late 2022. This apartment style looks like our cup of tea. How do you locate apartments like this? Thank you for taking the time to put this together!
Unbelievable that Dez got that gorgeous apt. for $300/mo. . . . quite frankly, it's hard to believe that it's a typical price at just a 10-minute walk to the beach. Can you do a follow-up with Dez to find out how "bad" it is during the rainy months? I.E., I'd like the "good, the bad & the ugly."
I have walked your neighborhood. I have been everywhere in P.V. and the wider area as well. Given I have a car, I could live further away from the Romantic Zone, but I usually stay there and last time I stayed on the river, too. Taking my dog out to pee, I was accosted by a lanky guy with a rock, but the dog returned from her duty and immediately ran after this guy - ran him 2 blocks away before returning. I like being a bit away from things and yet close, too.
There's a little crime and corruption most places you travel; however, there's also locals bending over backwards to help you, too. The Mexican People are very honest and hard working, but some are unskilled and uneducated, too. You need to take the good and the ugly anywhere you go - I see most of the good in people.
I wish I could get to explore Pueto Vallarta ,too. And be your neighbor as well. I like that cobstone built house where you live. Your place looks very mistical and pacefull. God bless😉🙏🌹
Very informative video - Thanks for sharing. I'd like to come down to PV this winter for a few months . Would love to get a similar place. Did you use broker services to find apartments?
I rent a 900 square foot apt in the Seattle Metro for $3200/month. holy shiiiiiiiiiiieeeeeeee I would definitely consider living here. Great vid, thanks for sharing.
I was born in a small town approx 1 1/2 hrs from P.V. I visited once 20+ years ago and never again till last year. It is such a great place ! This year I returned and spent time in P.V and met many USA 🇺🇸 retirees living their best lives! I can't wait to join them. The US dollar goes a long way!
it is just as expensive here .....in some cases even more so than the usa ... not cheap at all ..... besides as a foreigner you are targeted and constantly being ripped off by the horrible people here ...
I lived in Mexico in the 90s. I will always say there’s nothing way better than Mexico’s houses. Real houses made out of cement and break or river rock. Houses in United States cost a fortune basically your whole life just for a paper plates. That the end of the day you still don’t own the land
Hello, I am going to live for 5 months from November first this year. Can you tell me where to say decent price with safety area and quiet neighborhood? Last year I stayed one of the apartment in romantic zone, it was so noisy to sleep. It was pandemic so I got 400 dollars for rent without electricity and gas.
@@solmyson I’m staying in an Airbnb called Boana Torre Malibu. My particular room #605 is pretty quiet, and super cute with spectacular views. It’s about 3 long downhill blocks to malecón de los muertos. I loved it. The only draw back for me was the uphill as I have bad knees. Otherwise, it’s quiet and sunset views are amazing. Two baths and one bedroom and private wifi. I got it for $53 a night, but if here 5 months, that might be high. There’s a few other nice looking condos on this street called Amapas.
@@solmyson happy to share my experience. Again, it’s a 7 or 8 story tower I can’t begin to share how beautiful the view is from the balcony. It’s 100 % safe . They have security and Both front and back entrance requires codes to get in or out. I wish you luck. I’ll try and ad link here but not sure TH-cam will allow.
I love it! I already knew about getting a place just outside Puerto Vallarta, but didn't realize how beautiful the possibilities? There's video, after video on cost of living abroad, but I think I'm pretty much in line with her habits for $2000 a month? Thanks for sharing.
I don't think you mentioned how Dez found her apt. Have prices gone up in 2023? Also, how does she do grocery shopping during the rainy season given there are so many stone steps? looks lovely.
wow! such a lovely apartment & Deb has a sunny personality! plus, she's a real beauty & so lucky!: her hair is just *fantastic,* too! and as a fellow woman👸🏾 it's nice to know that, with certain precautions taken & living a close knit neighborhood, it can still be safe for single women ex-pats living in Puerta Vallarta. I traveled alone to Ensenada once and really loved it..and like your friend, I never tired of having fresh seafood🐟 every day! and for such great prices, as well compared to what it costs to eat like that on the west coast, USA. the cost of living difference for ex-pats is one of the many reasons Mexico is on the list of places I'd consider moving to next. would have also been great to know how long it took Debbie to establish herself there as a tour guide, how she did that. and what kind of Visa she needs to be able to work there..snd also, even though everyone's case would be unique to the, I'm wondering what the 'ball park' overall money figure is re: maintaining her legal status there - a general idea would be good to know. if you or someone you know is acquainted with any good immigration lawyers in Mexico, how about setting up an interview with them? they could get more specific about the kinds of visas available to foreigners - and what amount of money one needs to have on bank record in order to live there. including the age requirements for the various kinds of visas [for retirees vs. younger adults, families, business owners]. and if there are any economic visas or economic citizenships available, would love to hear about the steps one needs to take in order to have that opportunity. time frames, etc. the lawyers from around the world who I've seen interviewed about those topics have been so informative..it's also nice to see who we can trust ahead of any visits to their country. and in return it's a great, free advertisement for their legal services and has brought them many new clients.👍
My Uncle purchased a beautiful house in the romantic zone it’s beautiful! I Love everything about Puerto Vallarta except those noseeums 😂 The $2.00 fish and shrimp 🍤 tacos 🌮 are to die for!
Looks great . The one drawback I see is carrying your groceries - several bags of them across the bridge and up the hill and up allll those steps to her place . I had an upstairs condo and my garage was underneath . Schlepping those grocery bags up those steps was a chore every time .
I’m very happy for all of you foreigners that get to live an excellent life in Mexico 🇲🇽 with your USD DOLLARS! No hate I promise. I couldn’t afford to live in Fluvial or Versalles! Where she lives is amazing! Rento is too expensive in PV… the average wage for a local is about $400 USD per month! So yeah! Enjoy your stay when you come 🍍🥰
Hi Jim, Hi Dez. Thank-you for producing this great little video and sharing. The editing and audio is great and Dez is a very good presenter. I’ve been to Puerto Vallarta 5 times and I like to stay at the all inclusives because I can usually get a good deal from Vancouver, Canada when I want a two week vacation. It’s nice to see others like yourselves who are a little smarter and more adventurous than me taking it further.
I’m not sure I would live there exactly, but I love this and I would totally do this - somewhere in Latin America. Mexico is also convenient back to the US. I just don’t know where I’d go yet. It would take me a while to find that fall-in-love- place that just feels right long term. I’ve been going to a Peru a lot (it’s definitely not there) lately, and will eventually continue to explore Chile and other South American countries. Kudos to this gal, good for her. Can’t beat the tranquility. Plus she’s gorgeous!
Mexico is tightening their visas for what I understand. There has been such a influx of foreigners for all the reasons she explains in this video. The backlash is landlords keep pushing the rent up because foreigners keep excepting the higher rates. This is now turning Into a crisis for the locals that can no longer afford the new rents. It’s also affecting small businesses that have been renting for decades. They no longer can afford the rent and have to shut down their businesses. This video was made one year ago. The immigration laws may have changed and have more restrictions now.
They should consider asking Americans to ban with them and refuse higher rent. We don’t know these things are happening to them if they don’t tell us. We know what it’s like to have people moving from expensive cities like NYC and LA to our smaller towns and increase rent. That’s actually why most of us are moving. Many of us wouldn’t mind helping locals boycott. We’d save money too, it’s a win-win for everyone. Also if the government is “cracking down” on this it makes more sense for them to restrict rent increases to landlords instead of keeping rich foreigners out.
@@LorenCognita your dreaming. The only thing you will accomplish by boycotting is putting a target on your back. Mexico is not the USA. Mexico states do not have rent control. Only the Mexican federal district does.
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Here I am renting a tiny apartment for $1200 a month in Portland, Oregon USA surrounded by homeless people and crime galore, I am seriously considering moving to Mexico and jumping around for a couple years since I can work anywhere with a wifi and single again! Thanks for the inspiration.
Same here!
Just some advice I live in Southern Idaho and housing and rent going up but some small towns still might have cheap rent. My rent 400. A month and has never gone up. Also in some places you can by land 1000. Acre but alot of these places are just land.
@@franktoledo6342 What is there to do In Idaho? There is no ocean at all and extremely cold. Yuckkk
@@beecool2984 We are 10 hours away from the beach only 7 hours if you live on the border we have nice lakes a stone throw from Oregon and Washington also Canada and Montana. Close to Wyoming and Utah on the borders. I could care less if people stop moving to Idaho less people is more for Idaho.
What are you waitin for, I thought, that’s plenty of money, I from mecsicou, she could save a lot of money if she cooks, like sea food is nice and fresh, and some restaurants once or twice a week, maybe like 200 dollars on food, and you can spend whatever you want in tours around islands etc, night clubs, whatever you want with the rest, so think about it, I realized that 1500 Is what you pay only for the rent.
She really hit the jackpot with her rental unit. So beautiful and in the middle of nature.
Marie Blyden, Surprisingly there are still good deals in her neighborhood and often available spaces in her complex. Most foreigners don't want to live in a neighborhood that far from the tourist zone.
@@LivingOverseasTV Do you live very happily in Mexico, but do you pay taxes like everyone else?
@@miguelperez8814 , Yes I do pay taxes. TH-cam automatically calculates my income so for me it's an easy process. I also like to support local, non profit organizations wherever I am living. I believe in supporting the local community.
The quiet is a big plus.
Just perfect
Welcome to Mexico 🥰
My only recommendation if you’re planning on moving to Mexico is PLEASE don’t forget to break the ice and mix with the locals and also learn some Spanish! Most of the foreigners stay in their foreigner’s bubble and miss out from a wonderful experience. Also as a sign of respect to the locals 😁
yo as a sign of respect is it cool if mexicans that move to the US learn some english so they can mix with the locals as well or am i a racist for asking?
@@MrStayAlive “Yo” they do learn English or at least they really try their best to communicate in English when they’re interacting with English speaking people. If they choose to speak Spanish to their family members and you don’t like it, that’s another story. Anyway, English is not even the official language of the United States, is not in the constitution. Did you know that or do I have to teach you your own country’s history ?
@@ricochet2769 Spanish isnt even the official language of mexico it was braught there by the same people that killed everyone native to that place and enforced their religion on the people, same as in the states. All i did was ask a question you are the one implying I would be upset for them to speak their native tongue to their familys or implying that they dont try their best to learn english. i never said any of these things. you are proving my point here and you dont even realize it. The double standard is real. i asked a simple question. if i ask people to learn english as a sign of respect. thats how you put it. if i ask people to show me respect by learning my language is that racism or bigotry. or is it only classified as such bc im white? I find it offensive that you ask me to learn a language out of respect. I show respect in many ways I dont need to learn a language to do so. language is for communication. actions show respect. still waiting fo an answer to that question too. simple yes or no
@@MrStayAlive I won’t responde to your questions because the content in your answer tells me that you’re either a teenager or someone who is not educated to talk about this. So yeah, read some books first.
@@ricochet2769 escribe braught en lugar de brought, no sabe ni ingles el animalito, por supuesto que nunca va a aprender otro idioma, no el da el cerebro jajaja
I love everything about Dez's apartment. The layout and decor, the cozy outdoor patio, the location and view from those beautiful windows; all for $300/month! And her gorgeous kitty adds the sweetness. Puerto Vallarta is one of our favourite places to visit. It's beautiful and the people are friendly.
Did you happen to inderstand her when she gave the name of the neighborhood she lives in near the beginning of the video about 2-2.5 minutes in?
@@s.e.6616 She's in Colonia Buenos Aires.
@@s.e.6616 Buenos Aires as in the Capital city of Argentina.
@@aba1791 COLONIA buenos aires
@@aba1791 yes
I am Mexican and live in San Diego, but Puerto Vallarta looks beautiful and so affordable, with $300 here is not even enough for my monthly car gas. You guys have it all!
En realidad es caro, para la mayoría de vallartenses. Obviamente si reciben su salario en moneda extranjera, se les hace más barato
even the cartel
Especially now! Gas is over 300 for the month!
So go back.
@@davidbrown3971 I was just waiting for you to tell me.
Her hair is gorgeous 😍
And the rest of her too :)
@@stevenmeadows6917 Great camera work....
@@putheflamesoutyahoo1503 Ok Jimbo. I'll be in touch
I was thinking the same thing. LoL
Is that why it’s only $300 a month?
Thanks for all the sweet comments everyone 🥰 you can read more about my lifestyle & Puerto Vallarta Activities on my travel blog:
www.mydeztination.com
Instagram: @mydeztination & @puertovallartaactivities
You are pretty😍
Hey just subscribed to your TH-cam I’m looking to move to that area soon. Beautiful place!
Im subscribed!!! I love Puerto Vallarta
Would you say Spanish is a must have in PV or could one get by without?
this content is very inspiring. I will have to subscribe to your channel asap.
Nice find. We had a bit bigger apartment in a tourist town in Estado de México and paid about 3 times that. But, we had 2 bedrooms, a covered terraza overlooking the lake and got to watch the most amazing sunsets. The inside of this apartment reminds me a bit of ours. Not as rustic a location but, 10 minute walk to town. Loved it.
I love her motivation and courage. She is wonderful. More experience for other people to know what they are.
I'm jealous, someday I want to live there. I been to Puerto Vallarta at least 12 times but I never get tired of the scenery.
My only problem with your channel is that you expose the reality of living in Mexico in that is safe & awesome. I prefer the the negative views on Mexico so it stays a hidden gem - nice & cheap for a very long-time.
Right on!
Lol.
Yes Mexico should pay for a wall to keep out the Americans 😅
@@kayingthao5072 Wth who is sneaking into Mexico?
it ain´t cheap no more ........
We pay $700 a month for a 2+2 with partial ocean view in 5-D, BUT we have hills to climb so sometimes we take a taxi back up for only 50 pesos! Two people can live pretty well for $1600-1700 a month here!
Vicki Ladu, Thanks for taking the time to share your first-hand experience.
Would you say Spanish is a must have in PV or could one get by without?
@@LivingOverseasTV my question is when did she lease that unit as rents have gone up everywhere
Constance....back in December of last year. The rent would have been $1200, but a build is going up right in front of our living room balcony, so we will lose the beautiful ocean view (still have view from both bedrooms at least! Yes, rents have gone up since then.
Clinton.....Spanish does not need to be spoken much in the tourist areas of PV, but it’s helpful every where else.
I spent a month in PV . My buddy rented a huge beautiful house in Conches Chinas. The house came with a maid/chef who showed up every morning and cooked us breakfast!
I had the time of my life ...Beautiful, fun, inexpensive and safe.
Hmm. Sounds like where I go a couple times a year. Casa Joanne?
so sorry !! but renting a house in conchas chinas with a butler/maid/cook is NOT INEXPENSIVE AT ALL !
@@isauratorres9447 this was back in 1999...The house had two stories, 8 rooms , a really nice landscaped pool , maid-cook , ocean views and was only $2000 month !!
"Only" 🙄
I made my move here in May. Your video was very instrumental in my research. Thank you so much for all that you do!
hi kelly, any updates?
Are you still there?
@@bettymk1 YES INDEED! 🇲🇽❤️
@TheMentalManifester great to know!!
Your apartment is beautiful, airy lots of greens, specially i like glass wall
Hola Dez! This is Kelly from the bookstore. I was scrolling through TH-cam when I saw your beautiful face pop up. I loved seeing where you sit to read the books. It helps to remind me that they are going with love to new homes and adventures of their own. We miss you. Come back in soon to say hello!
Awesome! Dez seems to have a beautiful spirit! That is in such short supply these days. Love it!
I know of her, but I've never met her. She used to pop up on my Facebook feed quite often as we have a lot of mutual friends.
Cool little crib Dez.
That’s exactly what I had in mind to check out when I start looking in Mexico
I just came back from vacation here!!! Soooooooooooooooo beautiful and the people are very very excited to share their culture. I'm definitely going back some day!!! Great video!!!
Omgosh!!! I love this. I’m exploring ideas for the coming future especially since America has gone down the toilet. Also exploring vanlife so I can travel all the places I’ve never been in America but, again, this country is sucking more every day.
Approaching $5/gal van life is not attractive. Maybe the gas money would be more than living in PV like Dez's place.
Next February I’ll be going to Panamá and Colombia for 6 weeks.
I agree. And Canada isn't too far behind.
I agreed with you. Iam tried and iam going back to Mex somewhere.
I just got back after 2 years away. Just came back to sell everything and get the hell out.
Im working on moving back to Mexico... I loved living there. The USA is horrendous. That apt is so awesome!!
Dez defiinately has her plan together. Great interview! I've been to Mexico a few times and definately would like to check out Puerto Vallarta as a future retirement destination. It's all about planning and I love the food. I could see myself sitting outside the veranda enjoying the view with a good cigar and two fingers of Mezcal. Keep up the good work and all the best from Germany.
Dave71, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. The Mezcal is excellent here. I hope you get a chance to enjoy it soon.
Hallo Dave71 , Thinking the same thing. From NRW. Today is 28 October 2021. Lived in the USA for 45 yrs and returned to Germany on Februar 2001 . Might attempt to vacation in Puerto Vallarta and make the move .
Since you all have the same idea it wont be so cheap by the time you get down there.
El Huachinango @4:00 loved that place food 👌🏽highly recommend it, small little beach very relaxing can’t wait to Go back
benzoh28, Yes, that is a magical little place!
Absolutely perfect, wonderful architecture, stone work,cute kitty. The flowering trees are phenomenal!😍
It's refreshing to see a different area to live then the classical 5D or Versalles.
You have a great place Dez, thanks for the visit ✌️
Hi Jim would love to meet you ! My husband and I are thinking of living in Puerto Vallarta for a few months and would love your guidance. Please message us
@@patrickdunham9417 only a few months? Well let's talk....what terrible place do u live in the US?
@@michaelasay8587 this is actually Liz patrick is my husband. We live in San Diego . How can I reach you
Wow, what a lovely place. I'm not so young anymore, so the stairs seem daunting. But, they would force myself and my husband to get in shape lol.
lol
Leone Dyson, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.You would be amazed how living in a town like Puerto Vallarta and walking regularly will really help get you in shape.
You should try it for a month or two. She's in her forties by the the look of her and seems to be doing fine. Insurance is still cheap their if your under 65.🤷♂️
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I’m glad this came up in my algorithm.
Wow this is what happiness looks like
That's an incredible apartment!
Apartment?
Yep. Can't beat if for 300 bucks!
i love how u mention how safe it is
my condo was broken into, my car was broken into, spit on, threatened, ripped off countless times, no law what-so-ever
@@isauratorres9447 I've had all that stuff happen in the US too. Personal anecdotes don't mean anything when it comes to determining the facts as to if a place is safe or not. Use crime statistics or data from a reputable source, not hearsay.
I’m planning on solo traveling all over Mexico, this is definitely one of the cities I’ll be visiting.
You want to live in PV....I moved from the shithole SF 5 yrs ago....could never go back to the terrible outrageously expensive, violent, dirty, unsafe US!
How was your trip?!
She is not only beautiful but got to have the most beautifulest hair! It is so pretty over there?
So amazing ! Thanks for sharing! God bless you Dez and Jim! Please stay safe 🙏
She gets a Wow! From me, that life style to me is living it up
Double Wow.. for me too
What a fun apartment in the jungle! Great that it comes with utilities paid.
We have a time share in PV in the Conchas Chinas area. We always have a great time and sometimes had to extend our stay for few more days because it felt it was not enough. We love to walk it’s one way to keep us fit while vacationing. We love PV.
bethatkinson8000, Thanks for sharing your personal experience.
@@LivingOverseasTV -I’m going to be moving in about 6-7 months and I’ve been thinking about where I should go? It’s been a while, but I really enjoyed my time in PV, this ,ay have convinced me!
Dez,Is extremely happy and your plans are working!! God Bless Girl.
I'm Dez over heels in Love with Your positivity ,beauty and outlook on life !! Living life in your own terms and earning a living doing what You love GREAT for it only You but for all of Us 👍😃🤗
We had the best time in PV. So fun to meet Dez. Thank you.
Travel Club with Nicole & Kelly, Glad you had a great time in Puerto Vallarta and had the opportunity to meet Dez.
@@LivingOverseasTV Oh sorry, I made that confusing. It was so fun to meet Dez here on your channel.
Another great video, Puerto Vallarta is looking better every video. I definitely am a "experiences" type of person. We have too much "stuff" anyway. I sent my fiance one of "Living Overseas TV" videos.....she said stop sending me videos unless you're ready to go LOLOL
DJRolo813, Haha...I agree with your fiance. Time to get serious! Thanks for supporting the channel and I hope you are getting the information you need. I don't think living overseas is the best decision for everyone but if you are an "experiences" type of person, than I think you will find it amazing and life changing. Good luck!
Dez ... Your a lovely lady with a kind and gentle spirit ... I like the way you see Life ... Thank you🌺
Hi Dez. I am from México City which I love(the nice parts) and also I enjoy big cities like Guadalajara, Monterrey, Puebla, Queretaro etc. But now with the pandemic I try to look for smaller towns to visit and there are tons in México, by the way I've never been to Puerto Vallarta, it's true. Thx a lot for sharing this video so I can know a bit more about my country. Best wishes.
@clot shots - I like that… “Plandemic” was getting kind of old. Thx!
I love her beautiful spirit and smile!
Just have to say it!
She is a very beautiful lady and seems to be a very pleasant person as well!
Her friends are very lucky people, to be sure!
I can only dream of being one!
Talk about a perfect lifestyle. That woman has it figured out.
"Go *FIGURE* ." Most def.
Yeah, she can’t stop smiling lol
I would be too
Try cabarete DR.
“Perfect Lifestyle “ if you wanna live surrounded by cartels lol
🇺🇸 is #1 buying drugs
I used to live in that apartment, it's awesome!
this is exactly what i would prefer instead of living in the main city with all the tourist attraction. living with nature and the local people sound perfect to me. your video on puerto vallarta has been very informative.
I will definitely be given 100 likes to this video. This woman she’s incredibly good vibes person. Loves the video, wish one day move to a place like Puerto Vallarta. I’m from State of Michoacán.
What are u waiting for??
That would be my favorite place also, great introduction to the lifestyle and her values. Congratulations...
Wow love her place very cool and only $300!! I’m planning on moving to Mexico soon but still not sure where. Vallarta was my first choice but it’s gotten pretty expensive to rent so it’s nice to see this. Looking at Bucerias now.
Expat Explorer, Thanks for watching. I will be posting a neighborhood guide for Puerto Vallarta very soon. I think you will find it helpfull.
@@LivingOverseasTV awesome thanks 😊
Consider other city options like Valle de Bravo, Ajijic, San Miguel de Allende. Beach? Bucerías is good option indeed. Consider Zihuatanejo also. Bienvenid@ a Mexico!
@@claudiorodriguez7661 thank you I’ve been looking at a couple of those like Ajijic but I was thinking it’s a really older retired crowd. I’m not young but not to old. I’m going to look into the others so I appreciate it!
@@oreospeedwaggindoesamerica6078 Noted!!!! Good luck with your adventure, take care, keep safe and enjoy Mexico!!!!
I remember seeing this video a couple of weeks ago and I remember you lived along the river. Is your place alright ? Everything looks devastated by the river. Please upload a video… hope things are alright for you. I saw what happen to Angalo de nopali
I moved to the Arctic. The north pole. I built my home using available material. I don't need bug repellent. Or a lawnmower. Only have a few fake plants. No sun for six months. And then no darkness for six months. Kinda like two seasons instead of four. I freeze dry my laundry. No heating bills. And I never worry about rain mud and floods. With some life adjustments I can live here on next to nothing.
I love your place in the jungle, Dez!
It bet it looks super green all around now in rainy season.
Splendid video and production.
Thank you again, Jim!
Thanks Claudia! Great seeing you!
no
its not in the jungle
@@isauratorres9447where is it then?
When she said boyfriend that just killed it. What a lucky man he is. A beautiful young lady
Nice place. Making the move somewhere myself sooner rather than later. Just came back from Oaxaca. Loved Oaxaca City. Mexico is a wonderful country. Nice people , great food. Love it there
Crime corruption crime corruption?
Cool, I'm hoping to see Oaxaca city soon
I have heard Oaxaca has the most gorgeous woman in MEXICO
@@dans9463 Hey Dan IMO I think alot of that info is blown out of proportion by media. Fear is the main objective.
Thank U for Opening my Eyes! America on borrowed time!
Congratulations!! this is what life is all about!
Perfect person to show us how to live abundantly. Beautiful
Dez: "Here in the Jungle, the wifi is spotty."
Me: Here in the suburbs of Charlotte, NC, the wifi is spotty.
I live out in York Co. The only internet is ATT and it's not much better than hers.
Hey Dez and Jim: GREAT VIDEO!!!! I love your place Dez and it is a great option. Are we not the luckiest people on the planet? I love living in Vallarta and appreciate Jim and his talent for putting together all the great videos on PV so far! I look forward to the upcoming ones for sure!
Thanks Francine!
I would LOVE to connect with Dez and/or Jim. We are thinking of moving down from Washington state in late 2022. This apartment style looks like our cup of tea. How do you locate apartments like this? Thank you for taking the time to put this together!
@@MercuryAMichael hello how are you doing .?
I’m so inspired! Do you guys know the best way to rent long term? We want to move!
Love it! awesome work both of you. I am thinking of moving to that neighbourhood.
Richard Simpson, Where are you these days? Are you back in Vallarta? If you are, let's figure out a collaboration video.
@@LivingOverseasTV in Cabo San Lucas now, likely heading back to PV before the end of the year
I did this in Vallarta for 5 years. Blessed life.
Saint Soldier Music, Thanks for sharing your experience.
Ive Watched this.
many times it's great
Thanks for watching! 😊
Unbelievable that Dez got that gorgeous apt. for $300/mo. . . . quite frankly, it's hard
to believe that it's a typical price at just a 10-minute walk to the beach. Can you do
a follow-up with Dez to find out how "bad" it is during the rainy months? I.E., I'd like
the "good, the bad & the ugly."
anda campeche? puerto progreso? merida=?
friends of mine in PV say rents have gone up a lot since this video was done... I think this is a bit unusual to get a place like this for 300
agree..I live in Mx as well and that is very unusual for a place like that...she is very lucky
Keen observation.
@@devadulce There might be more to her getting that cheap rent than we were told perhaps… ;)
What an awesome lifestyle your very fortunate lady.
I have walked your neighborhood. I have been everywhere in P.V. and the wider area as well. Given I have a car, I could live further away from the Romantic Zone, but I usually stay there and last time I stayed on the river, too. Taking my dog out to pee, I was accosted by a lanky guy with a rock, but the dog returned from her duty and immediately ran after this guy - ran him 2 blocks away before returning. I like being a bit away from things and yet close, too.
Man’s best friend!
Crime corruption crime corruption?
There's a little crime and corruption most places you travel; however, there's also locals bending over backwards to help you, too. The Mexican People are very honest and hard working, but some are unskilled and uneducated, too. You need to take the good and the ugly anywhere you go - I see most of the good in people.
I wish I could get to explore Pueto Vallarta ,too. And be your neighbor as well. I like that cobstone built house where you live. Your place looks very mistical and pacefull. God bless😉🙏🌹
Just came back from Cancun mexico. Love the country, the people i want to live there during the long cold winter months in canada..
Very informative video - Thanks for sharing. I'd like to come down to PV this winter for a few months . Would love to get a similar place. Did you use broker services to find apartments?
Thank you so much for loving my country and live here
esther casoluengo, Thanks for taking the time to leave a nice comment. :)
This woman is living my dream 💞
Lol, thanks!
I rent a 900 square foot apt in the Seattle Metro for $3200/month. holy shiiiiiiiiiiieeeeeeee I would definitely consider living here. Great vid, thanks for sharing.
I was born in a small town approx 1 1/2 hrs from P.V. I visited once 20+ years ago and never again till last year. It is such a great place ! This year I returned and spent time in P.V and met many USA 🇺🇸 retirees living their best lives! I can't wait to join them. The US dollar goes a long way!
it is just as expensive here .....in some cases even more so than the usa ... not cheap at all ..... besides as a foreigner you are targeted and constantly being ripped off by the horrible people here ...
I lived in Mexico in the 90s. I will always say there’s nothing way better than Mexico’s houses. Real houses made out of cement and break or river rock. Houses in United States cost a fortune basically your whole life just for a paper plates. That the end of the day you still don’t own the land
What a beautiful and affordable place to call home. I want to live there, 6 months a year.
T H, Thanks for watching. Six months a year is a great choice. Just make sure it's the winter months ;)
Nov~Mar is the goal.
I am here right now and absolutely love it! Zona Romántica ❤️
Hello, I am going to live for 5 months from November first this year. Can you tell me where to say decent price with safety area and quiet neighborhood? Last year I stayed one of the apartment in romantic zone, it was so noisy to sleep. It was pandemic so I got 400 dollars for rent without electricity and gas.
@@solmyson I’m staying in an Airbnb called Boana Torre Malibu. My particular room #605 is pretty quiet, and super cute with spectacular views. It’s about 3 long downhill blocks to malecón de los muertos. I loved it. The only draw back for me was the uphill as I have bad knees. Otherwise, it’s quiet and sunset views are amazing. Two baths and one bedroom and private wifi. I got it for $53 a night, but if here 5 months, that might be high. There’s a few other nice looking condos on this street called Amapas.
@@dreamerdespierta , thank you for information. Have a great day 😊
@@solmyson happy to share my experience. Again, it’s a 7 or 8 story tower I can’t begin to share how beautiful the view is from the balcony. It’s 100 % safe . They have security and Both front and back entrance requires codes to get in or out. I wish you luck. I’ll try and ad link here but not sure TH-cam will allow.
Nice place .Dez is amazingly beautiful.thank you for the video 😎
Thank you for this, just retired from US Army and want to find places like this...
I love it! I already knew about getting a place just outside Puerto Vallarta, but didn't realize how beautiful the possibilities? There's video, after video on cost of living abroad, but I think I'm pretty much in line with her habits for $2000 a month? Thanks for sharing.
Chris R, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.
That a beautiful place you have. I love it. I love to go there.I never been to Mexico.
Mariah Caruso, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I hope you get an opportunity to visit in the future.
Wow I love how she lives , beautiful place
it's beautiful, and the place too.
SHE'S STUNNING
I don't think you mentioned how Dez found her apt. Have prices gone up in 2023? Also, how does she do grocery shopping during the rainy season given there are so many stone steps? looks lovely.
prices always go up never come down ....
I am 43 and don't know if I'll be able to retire but I would like to retire in Mexico. I'm trying to learn how now.
the only thing you need is money and lots of it ............
What an awesome place she scored!!!
I travel to Puerto Vallarta every 6 months for dental work. I will absolutely retire there!!!
That’s great to hear!
Fascinating. I lived in Vietnam for about 15 years. interested in maybe going south. Thanks for the video
Glad you enjoyed it!
How was Vietnam? Can you tell us a little about your experience there
wow! such a lovely apartment & Deb has a sunny personality! plus, she's a real beauty & so lucky!:
her hair is just *fantastic,* too! and as a fellow woman👸🏾 it's nice to know that, with certain precautions taken & living a close knit neighborhood, it can still be safe for single women ex-pats living in Puerta Vallarta.
I traveled alone to Ensenada once and really loved it..and like your friend, I never tired of having fresh seafood🐟 every day! and for such great prices, as well compared to what it costs to eat like that on the west coast, USA. the cost of living difference for ex-pats is one of the many reasons Mexico is on the list of places I'd consider moving to next.
would have also been great to know how long it took Debbie to establish herself there as a tour guide, how she did that. and what kind of Visa she needs to be able to work there..snd also, even though everyone's case would be unique to the, I'm wondering what the 'ball park' overall money figure is re: maintaining her legal status there - a general idea would be good to know.
if you or someone you know is acquainted with any good immigration lawyers in Mexico, how about setting up an interview with them? they could get more specific about the kinds of visas available to foreigners - and what amount of money one needs to have on bank record in order to live there. including the age requirements for the various kinds of visas [for retirees vs. younger adults, families, business owners].
and if there are any economic visas or economic citizenships available, would love to hear about the steps one needs to take in order to have that opportunity. time frames, etc. the lawyers from around the world who I've seen interviewed about those topics have been so informative..it's also nice to see who we can trust ahead of any visits to their country. and in return it's a great, free advertisement for their legal services and has brought them many new clients.👍
My Uncle purchased a beautiful house in the romantic zone it’s beautiful! I Love everything about Puerto Vallarta except those noseeums 😂 The $2.00 fish and shrimp 🍤 tacos 🌮 are to die for!
wow, what a really nice apartment. i wanna live there
Come Cynthia...I'll fill u in on paradise PV... cheap and so friendly and clean and non violent.
Very nice it's a diferente way..to see the other side of the systems..
Glad you liked it
Looks great . The one drawback I see is carrying your groceries - several bags of them across the bridge and up the hill and up allll those steps to her place . I had an upstairs condo and my garage was underneath . Schlepping those grocery bags up those steps was a chore every time .
I’m very happy for all of you foreigners that get to live an excellent life in Mexico 🇲🇽 with your USD DOLLARS! No hate I promise. I couldn’t afford to live in Fluvial or Versalles! Where she lives is amazing! Rento is too expensive in PV… the average wage for a local is about $400 USD per month! So yeah! Enjoy your stay when you come 🍍🥰
Hi Jim, Hi Dez. Thank-you for producing this great little video and sharing.
The editing and audio is great and Dez is a very good presenter.
I’ve been to Puerto Vallarta 5 times and I like to stay at the all inclusives because I can usually get a good deal from Vancouver, Canada when I want a two week vacation.
It’s nice to see others like yourselves who are a little smarter and more adventurous than me taking it further.
I’m not sure I would live there exactly, but I love this and I would totally do this - somewhere in Latin America. Mexico is also convenient back to the US. I just don’t know where I’d go yet. It would take me a while to find that fall-in-love- place that just feels right long term. I’ve been going to a Peru a lot (it’s definitely not there) lately, and will eventually continue to explore Chile and other South American countries. Kudos to this gal, good for her. Can’t beat the tranquility. Plus she’s gorgeous!
One of the coolest apartments Ive ever seen
Very interesting and informative. Thank you for uploading.
The terrace is amazing as are all the stone steps!!!
Mexico is tightening their visas for what I understand. There has been such a influx of foreigners for all the reasons she explains in this video.
The backlash is landlords keep pushing the rent up because foreigners keep excepting the higher rates.
This is now turning Into a crisis for the locals that can no longer afford the new rents.
It’s also affecting small businesses that have been renting for decades. They no longer can afford the rent and have to shut down their businesses.
This video was made one year ago. The immigration laws may have changed and have more restrictions now.
Ya Americans will find out soon what the locals really think of them.
They should consider asking Americans to ban with them and refuse higher rent. We don’t know these things are happening to them if they don’t tell us. We know what it’s like to have people moving from expensive cities like NYC and LA to our smaller towns and increase rent. That’s actually why most of us are moving. Many of us wouldn’t mind helping locals boycott. We’d save money too, it’s a win-win for everyone.
Also if the government is “cracking down” on this it makes more sense for them to restrict rent increases to landlords instead of keeping rich foreigners out.
@@LorenCognita your dreaming. The only thing you will accomplish by boycotting is putting a target on your back. Mexico is not the USA. Mexico states do not have rent control. Only the Mexican federal district does.
Do you sense any irony in this?
Pinche extraneous