Living in Ensenada! LIVE Q&A with Kathy
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Kathy is a 66 year-A previous therapist and counselor. Although in her earlier years she was a professional musician and still plays the clarinet, saxophone, and piano.
Kathy will share
Why she ended up in Ensenada
Her cost of living expenses like: Rent in Ensenada, Groceries in Ensenada, Health Insurance in Mexico, Eating Out, Utilities, and more!
Safety in Ensenada
How she gets around in Ensenada
How do you make new friends in Ensenada?
Neighborhoods she recommends for other newbies.
How to avoid being conned by other people- especially other expats
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I'm moving to Ensenada next year. I'm 64. I will rent. I'm too old to buy again. I'll spend that money enjoying my last quarter of life.
Stay tuned everyone! I will be publishing a video with Kathy very soon where she shows us her home, her expenses, her lifestyle and a lot more.
I truly appreciate this woman’s perspective regarding living in another country. It’s what I’ve been saying to everyone who questions us about our plans and what if we can’t find this or that and so on. I keep saying we are moving to Mexico to learn more about and adopt Mexican culture and language as much as possible. We are moving to learn new things, new ways to do things, learn new perspectives on life. I don’t care if I can’t make a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. I will learn how to make yummy traditional Mexican holiday dishes and we love them and honor those. We are not moving to Mexico solely for the climate and more affordability. We what a new way of living!! 😃😃😃 And my joints want the year round warmth. Jajaja!!!
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful
Mari, you and Kathy are super great. Love Kathy's honesty and the great chemistry between the two of you. Thank you!
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Yes she was superb! Thanks for watching 😃
👍 Regarding next Thursday's Veracruz area livestream. Cant get enough of the higher elevation locations. Understandably, there is already so much out there on the lower-beach area elevations. However, not having to pay for AC electricity is a wonderful option to consider.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
I agree LJ- personally I love visiting the beach but wouldn’t want to live there. So having a lot of options with temperate weather is a win win
I think the dating question was a good one! I would love to delve deeper into that. I’m a little younger than Cathy, so I would love to hear more about what it’s like at various ages being a single ready to mingle lady living in MEX…
Another great livestream! Learned a lot and have put another place on our list to check out. Thanks Mariana!
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
I watched this a few months ago so my wife and I decided to come. Here we are and it’s a great place.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful 😀😊
@jackbaldwin3649
Жыл бұрын
May I ask, did you rent or buy? Was it hard to find a rental if you are renting? Thank you!
Because of you and Kathy we are learning how to relocate to Ensenada.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
6 күн бұрын
That's great to hear! We love helping people discover Mexico. And we are planning a video for Ensenada soon!
A great video with tons of information. So encouraging and life changing. Thank you so much for this video!!
Mariana and Cathy were so forthcoming as I watched the replay. I’m so grateful for this channel because I’m learning a lot about the different regions, etc. while I’m a tropical baby, I love the diversity in climate throughout Mexico. I love San Miguel, but I also love Cozumel and Isla Mujeres.
Your interviews are very informative. I’ve only watched 5 or 6 so far, but I’ll be binging
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Thank you Mariana. I just went last weekend to ensenada I discovered. Beautiful beaches clean and the weather was perfect the food was so diverse from French to Italy. Japanese and more
This sounds exactly like what I'm looking for: quiet, not too expensive and the Beach is soo close. Cathy, you look amazingly well for someone who had a serious medical problem. I am sooo proud of you for taking your time with the dating thing. Definitely not going to take care of a man just because it's expected.
All baja california mex is awesome 👌
Thank you 😊
Very informative
Hi, in AZ. Thank you for your video
Very helpful! I appreciate your talk!
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
This was great Marianna and Kathy and so helpful!! I had all but given up on Ensenada due to some of the perceived challenges like water availability but your video makes me want to reconsider. 💚💙
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
you should check out our most recent video with Kathy kzread.info/dash/bejne/dZWGlbuHccTPeps.html
Great interview, very informative. We are looking to relocate from the Inland Empire (Riverside, Cal.) because it gets so darn hot here in the summer (115 degrees)! Looking forward to the cooler weather and being part of the Mexican culture.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Nice! bienvenido!
@TheKrangel
Жыл бұрын
Same here Gary. We’re in Beaumont and have been actively tracking the market for the last year and we’ll be ready to purchase outright in two years. Keeping the house locally for a base to return to but, I think it will be a rental once we stay longer in Ensenada. See ya down there 🤘🍻
I enjoy your u tube so much
both lovely ladies!
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
I would like to take a few little road trips out to Ensenada in the next few months. Traveling alone. Any suggestions of a targeting destination point? I speak fluent Spanish. Retiring there. Excited. Any help with the process appreciated.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Hi Paulina! We have a few excellent relocation tour guides that can help you get around and show you what it's like to live in this area. Check them out mexicorelocationguide.com/tours/
Thanks for the informative discussion. Please address earthquake and hurricane frequency.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Hurricanes are far more prevalent in Mazatlan than earthquakes
How about TIJUANA for people who work in the US. Could you do a video on it.
Ensenada has perfect weather similar to coastal San Diego with our the price and you are close to the border if you need to use your Medicare you can take a bus to the border.
Thank you to BOTH of you! Kathy, how does MEDICARE work if you relocate to to a foreign country? Does Medicare require an American mailing adress?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Yes Medicare requires an American mailing address
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Thanks …. I already live in Mexico (Morelia), but have been thinking about relocating to Ensenada but am curious as to how much the CFE bill is every two months as I assume AC is a requirement …. I know in Mérida it’s pretty expensive.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
It all depends on your usage
@MountaintopKitchen
Жыл бұрын
@@MexicoRelocationGuide I wonder what an average usage would cost during the hottest months. It should be a factor that people consider. The weather in Morelia is such that AC nor heating is required. My CFE runs between $250-350 pesos every 2 months.
Love your Channel. So, do you take your household furnishings or sell everything and then move? What if you have special pieces and family heirlooms?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Most people sell everything and start over in México- but that’s a personal choice You can bring your household goods with you if you are attached to something’s or put them in storage back home
Did I miss the safety question? I was hoping to get her take on that since so close to Tijuana. Thank you!
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
She answered that in several different topics. She mentioned common scams going on in the area targeting expats. And she also mentioned the general safety question.
@corilane6644
2 жыл бұрын
@@MexicoRelocationGuide Thank you. I did hear the scams portion, but not the general safety. I'll have to rewatch it. Thanks for the channel.
@irenemassey6292
Жыл бұрын
I lived in Tijuana for over 7 month’s, and I enjoyed and was just fine
@kimhicks4781
Ай бұрын
@@irenemassey6292 That is good to know because it is close to cross over to the US wheñ needed Cheers
Cathy, did you speak Spanish before moving/living in MEX or did you learn by being immersed in the culture?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
She didn't speak it at first but she's been coming to Mexico since 2005
Excellent interview, have you interview anyone living in Rosarito?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Kathy’s interview in Rosarito is coming up soon! She did a great walkthrough of her life in Rosarito and I’m going to publish it soon
Hello, My husband and I will possibly be moving to Baja in about a year. I would like to ask the community -currently living in Baja- if they had any difficulties moving belongings (Bedroom set, dinning set, clothes, appliances) across the Mexican border? Every Mexican family member that I know, that has sent stuff (clothes appliances, donation goods) across has always had to "pay" a hefty "fee" to dirty Mexican border agents that are extorting regular people just trying to either donate the stuff or make a decent living out of them. Any guidance on this helps please, thank you.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Sorry that happened to someone yu know. We have thousands of customers and many of them have moved with their belongings in their cars or in a trailer. I have never heard of them being extorted or being asked to pay unless they are obligated to because they are bringing something that appears to be for commercial purposes and not for personal use
We are in Saskatchewan, Canadawe are in Saskatchewan, Canada
Greetings from Tucson, Arizona.. Just subscribed to your channel. I'm selling my house and have been looking from Mazatlan/Ajijic/ San Carlos/La Paz and have decided to concentrate on finding a spot from Ensenada going South St Quintin along the ocean or 1-2 blocks back.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
7 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard! If you need help with your move to Mexico, check out our site mexicorelocationguide.com :)
Does Ensenada usually flood or have earthquakes?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
It doesn’t have strong earthquakes. And depending on where in Ensenada you live, there can be some flooding
Can a person maintain residency in both the U.S. and Mexico ?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
As a resident in the USA I believe you have to live in the USA to remain a resident. In Mexico you do not
@JAMMER1040
Жыл бұрын
I see, so, am I right in thinking that as long as I maintain an address in the US that I would maintain my residency?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
No- you have to live in the USA to remain a resident of the USA. If you want to live outside the USA you have to become a citizen
I am from fl thinking to move to Mexico
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Teresa, check out our FREE Living in Mexico Guide bit.ly/3K4yqvq
I know this is one year old, and I've been keeping up with rental prices. I'm sure you could not live for $1,000 a month in Ensenada now, unless you are willing to live in a much smaller home.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
$1000 a month might be pushing it for sure. But it all depends on your lifestyle and how much you’re willing to rough it or upgrade it
I hear lots of barking dogs in the background.. is that typical in the neighborhoods?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Yes
Ensenada we can swim?
@MexicoRelocationGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Yes- the ocean is swimable
Australia QLD
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Welcome!
Can you buy medical insurance in Mexico.
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. It depends on your age, your current health, your immigration status, and your budget.