Mexico Lifestyle

La Quincena: The Cash Behind the Friday Rush

Workers' wages are paid every fifteen days in Mexico, and pay days are known as "Quincenas" which make for busy weekends, especially in the capital

Enjoy Simple, Sustainable Lifestyles in Mexico

Mexico offers choices for people seeking simpler lifestyles alongside its welcoming culture, agreeable climates, and affordable living costs

Legal Title vs Possession of Mexican Property

Some property transfers in Mexico offer possession but not legal title; this article explains the practicalities of buying and selling untitled land

Flowerpot in the window reveal of a colonial house

Key Things to Know About Buying & Owning a Home in Mexico

Key matters to take into consideration as you contemplate the search, purchase, and ongoing management of a residential property in Mexico

Choices Faced by Home Owners Across the Generations

Aging provincial homes in Mexico are charming, and offer dilemmas, opportunities, challenges —and lessons— for present and future owners

Seeking Out Authentic Mexican Flavors at a Local Comedor

Discover the simple, often family-run, diners that offer authentic Mexican flavors amidst an informal and friendly atmosphere

Total Cost of Property Ownership in Mexico

When buying a home in Mexico, up-front costs will vary depending on the circumstances, although the ongoing costs of home ownership are affordable

Prospects for Working Independently in Mexico

Working independently in Mexico offers opportunities, and presents certain challenges to those seeking to move here and set-up a working lifestyle abroad

Take the Iguana. (Or regret it for the rest of your life.)

DBC Pierre shares some personal reflections as a fascinated child growing-up in the capital, offering glimpses into an era now past, and a world still present

The Practicalities of Living Part of the Year in Mexico

There has always been a contingent of foreign residents who live in Mexico part-time, usually between late fall and early spring of the following year