Mexico Home Life

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Managing the Gas Supply at Your Home in Mexico

Learn about the three ways that domestic gas is supplied to homes across Mexico, how it's sold, and tips for managing your gas-fired appliances

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Guide to Social Etiquette and Local Customs in Mexico

Comprehensive guide to navigate Mexico's social etiquette. Get acquainted with social graces and avoid making unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders

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Using Mexican & Foreign Bank Cards at ATMs in Mexico

ATMs provide an efficient way to obtain local currency in Mexico from a foreign or Mexican bank account, and some also accept cash deposits to local accounts

Approaches & Inspiration for Retirement Lifestyles in Mexico

Learn about common approaches to retirement in Mexico, and get some inspiration by discovering lifestyles and pastimes retirees in Mexico come here to enjoy

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Money Matters: How Safe is Your Cash in Mexico?

Mexico operates a public insurance scheme known as IPAB to protect depositors' funds, but not all firms and investment types qualify for cover

Getting the Scoop on Mexican Ice Cream Choices

Mexican ice cream and popsicle choices are varied, flavorsome, and widely available from local stores, fancy-brand parlors, and street vendors

Preparing Your Mexican Home for Earthquakes

It's prudent to take time and review the composition of your habitat and living spaces to mitigate the risk of damage and injury during an earthquake

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Purpose, Routines & Finding Balance in Your Mexico Lifestyle

Explore the importance of purpose and routines to find your balance —and how to spot common risks and pitfalls— as you settle-in to your new lifestyle in Mexico

Cultivating Your Social and Community Network in Mexico

Common routes and approaches that foreign residents use to discover and cultivate new connections and friendships as part of their lifestyle in Mexico

Adapting and Settling-in to Your Lifestyle in Mexico

Practical advice, insights, and resources to help you prepare for the initial period of adaption as you move and settle-in to your new lifestyle in Mexico