Living & Retiring in Mexico
Explore Mexico cost-of-living, banking, taxes and budgeting guides for expats and retirees planning an extended stay or move.
Logo: supplied by GesMexa for this interview. A conversation with the GesMexa tax team — STARVAV, S.A. de C.V. A move can change more than your address. Your income, the homes you keep and the work you do may raise questions in two tax systems. The GesMexa team explains what to gather before a consultation,
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By Ken Gardner | MexPat Guide Before a move, make a record of what you own, where your income comes from and which major transactions are approaching. Fernando Camacho Limón, a public accountant and founder of Camacho Limón Contadores, explains how to prepare for a useful tax consultation before moving to Mexico. His starting point
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Dez Kjolseth explains the moving costs a Mexico monthly budget misses, using a Puerto Vallarta case with deposits, setup costs and reserves.
Moving to Mexico Costs: A Real Budget with Dez Kjolseth Read More »
Plan a home-building budget in Mexico around land due diligence, permits, design, construction, utilities and contingencies. Compare written project-specific estimates before buying land or hiring a builder.
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Review Mexico tax-residency, income-source and cross-border reporting questions for US and Canadian expats, with a checklist for professional advice.
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Opening a bank account in Mexico depends on the account product and the documents it accepts. Do you need an RFC? Can a tourist apply? Start with the question that fits your situation, then confirm the exact requirements and fees with your intended branch. Quick answer: Foreign applicants may be eligible, but acceptance depends on
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