Lifestyle Planning

How to Determine if Mexico is Right for Your Retirement

‘Retirement’ is not an activity, but moreover a lifestyle concept that exists in many forms and which can manifest in lots of different of ways

Senior Care Support in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta offers ample choices for senior care in Mexico and a consultation with our associate enables you to consider options and make informed decisions

Qualifying for Legal Residency in Mexico in 2026

If you don't qualify for residency in Mexico using your monthly income or savings/investments balance, some alternative routes exist—this article describes them

Guide to Money, Finances & Banking Services in Mexico

Learn about money & banking in Mexico: managing your finances, the Mexican peso, banknotes, banking services, money transfers, and using bank cards here

Exchange Rates and Capital Gains on Your Mexican Home

A hidden cost of selling your Mexican home might lay in the 'exchange rate effect'—although worthwhile tax allowances are available to residents

Colonial Style Rooftops in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Living, Working and Retirement in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta living: guide to help you research and assess Puerto Vallarta as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico

Dealing with Vehicle Breakdowns on a Mexico Road Trip

Mechanical breakdowns can happen to even the best maintained vehicles. Get practical tips for dealing with car breakdowns when you’re on a road trip in Mexico

Volunteer helping to release a sea turtle back into the wild

The Visas You Need for Doing Volunteer Work in Mexico

You can use a visitor permit to volunteer in Mexico provided the work is non-lucrative. This article describes what visa types you need to volunteer in Mexico

Legal Residency in Mexico and Your Lifestyle Plans

The type of Mexico residency permit you apply for depends on your lifestyle and intentions. Here are some typical situations and how they influence choices

Insurance for Your Mexican-plated Car in the USA & Canada

When you drive your Mexican-plated car north across the border, you’ll need to get special third-party liability insurance that’s valid in the US and Canada