KATHLEEN
@famouskate100
American expat in Mexico
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American
Speaks English, fair Spanish
Registration: 07 November 2024
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Cultural manners in Mexico by jazzpaz
I almost lost the opportunity to buy a house here by asking the seller to make a few improvements prior to sale. Where l am from this is almost always requested and agreed to by the seller. I didn't realize it is considered an insult here!Now I am ...
@jazzpaz You gave the neighbor permission to park there, so the signs don't pertain to them. To be a good neighbor, you might want to continue to allow this [I would], as it is helping them and you may need THEIR help some day. Since they move their ... Read More
Buying a car in Mexico: Sudden price increase by jazzpaz
Is this okay? I moved to Saltillo Coahuila from Houston Texas in July. I'm so happy here! I hope to live here until I die. Now there is a family emergency in my hometown and I must return ASAP. I went to the Toyota dealership in Saltillo to buy a ...
@jazzpaz Hi Jazzpazz. I have never gotten money returned [taken from me dishonestly] without using an attorney. Your attorney can call or write a threatening letter. They will also help if you have a traffic or police incident. Just say, in Spanish, ... Read More
Major appliances by jazzpaz
Is it true that Mexican appliances are uniformly of poor quality? I need to replace my stove (for a smaller one with a broiler) and refrigerator. I have been advised to import these from the U.S. but isn't that difficult? What would you do?
Hi Jazzpazz. I don't get tired of your questions. I wish I had known this stuff when I moved here, that would have saved me a lot of grief and money, but, live and learn, right? You're right, it would be easiest to buy a separate broiler, I suggest ... Read More
Buying a car in Mexico: Sudden price increase by jazzpaz
Is this okay? I moved to Saltillo Coahuila from Houston Texas in July. I'm so happy here! I hope to live here until I die. Now there is a family emergency in my hometown and I must return ASAP. I went to the Toyota dealership in Saltillo to buy a ...
Jazzpazz, I am sorry for your experience. There are people who will exploit you, and this may not be the only time. We all have crazy stories. Sadly, this happens a lot in Mexico, and this is why I suggested you use an attorney you trust, to buy a ... Read More
Major appliances by jazzpaz
Is it true that Mexican appliances are uniformly of poor quality? I need to replace my stove (for a smaller one with a broiler) and refrigerator. I have been advised to import these from the U.S. but isn't that difficult? What would you do?
It is not hard to import your household appliances. As a permanent resident, you can import your entire household one time, but you may be past the time frame allowed,[ in which case, don't do it because of the import fees]. We did this with no ... Read More
Buying a new car in Saltillo Coahuila by jazzpaz
I sold my car in Houston before I moved here in July as a permanent resident. Now l am ready to buy a new car, but all the information l find is contradictory. Please, if anyone has successfully done this recently, can you get me started?Thank you.
Well, I haven't done much, but you are very welcome! Read More
Buying a new car in Saltillo Coahuila by jazzpaz
I sold my car in Houston before I moved here in July as a permanent resident. Now l am ready to buy a new car, but all the information l find is contradictory. Please, if anyone has successfully done this recently, can you get me started?Thank you.
And we could drink tea! Or beer......you'll get the hang of things, just takes time. Mexico teaches patience. Read More
Buying a new car in Saltillo Coahuila by jazzpaz
I sold my car in Houston before I moved here in July as a permanent resident. Now l am ready to buy a new car, but all the information l find is contradictory. Please, if anyone has successfully done this recently, can you get me started?Thank you.
Hi Jazzpaz. I would not buy any car, new or used, without an attorney, but of course, that is up to you. He should also be able to easily help with your RFC. Transfer money to buy a car with your tarjeta, don't carry that much cash. As for used ... Read More
Buying a new car in Saltillo Coahuila by jazzpaz
I sold my car in Houston before I moved here in July as a permanent resident. Now l am ready to buy a new car, but all the information l find is contradictory. Please, if anyone has successfully done this recently, can you get me started?Thank you.
@famouskate100 One more thing.....get insurance. It is required by law, but many Mexicans don't have it and you don't need it or even a license to buy a car and drive away. As for lying about mileage on a used car, a thorough inspection by a good ... Read More
Buying a new car in Saltillo Coahuila by jazzpaz
I sold my car in Houston before I moved here in July as a permanent resident. Now l am ready to buy a new car, but all the information l find is contradictory. Please, if anyone has successfully done this recently, can you get me started?Thank you.
@jazzpaz No, you don't need a lawyer to buy a car. It's just cheap protection. The first vehicle I bought was "chocolate." ILLEGAL. Sure, it had a fractura, plates, paperwork showing impuestos paid, etc. All fraud, and I lost 240,000 pesos. I didn't ... Read More
Buying a new car in Saltillo Coahuila by jazzpaz
I sold my car in Houston before I moved here in July as a permanent resident. Now l am ready to buy a new car, but all the information l find is contradictory. Please, if anyone has successfully done this recently, can you get me started?Thank you.
I bought a Toyota Tacoma 4 years ago, and an Audi last week. I didn't need my CURP or RFC or any driver's license, although I still have the US one. All I needed was ID. Please, make sure that you have a good lawyer you trust check everything for ... Read More
Is Mexico sending all its best to the USA? by jazzpaz
Where are y'all buying the plump, fresh produce l keep seeing pictures of? I have purchased fresh fruits and vegetables at the regular grocery stores, and at the tiendas my neighbors frequent, but everything is half past soft on the shelves, and ...
Some Sorianas have some organic foods, but very little, and if it's not labeled organic, it isn't. However, your local farmer may be growing toxin - free. You have to ask. I have yet to see any food from China . Read More
Is Mexico sending all its best to the USA? by jazzpaz
Where are y'all buying the plump, fresh produce l keep seeing pictures of? I have purchased fresh fruits and vegetables at the regular grocery stores, and at the tiendas my neighbors frequent, but everything is half past soft on the shelves, and ...
Great! Good luck! Read More
Is Mexico sending all its best to the USA? by jazzpaz
Where are y'all buying the plump, fresh produce l keep seeing pictures of? I have purchased fresh fruits and vegetables at the regular grocery stores, and at the tiendas my neighbors frequent, but everything is half past soft on the shelves, and ...
We buy all, and I do mean all, of our fresh fruits and vegs from the GIANT mercado in SMA. It's about 6 huge buildings, open Tues and Sundays . We get 10 jitomates [Roma tomatoes] for 20 pesos. About 25 medium carrots for 15 pesos. 5 calabasas for ... Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@Eder123abc Hey Eder. I accepted the contact request, of course. But when I tried to send you a message, it said I needed to use the "send to" on the toolbar, and I see neither of these. Maybe if you DM me, I can reply, give you contact info, we can ... Read More