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Do You Need A Car In Lake Chapala?
Senior driving car in Lake Chapala If you’re thinking about retiring in Lake Chapala , one of the most common questions you’ll hear—both online and from new arrivals—is: “Do I need a car in Lake Chapala?” It’s a great question, and one that doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all answer. Whether or not you’ll need a car really depends on your lifestyle, health, and where you decide to live . With our near-perfect climate (often ranked among the best in the world), it’s easy to see

Michaela & Ricardo
6 days ago4 min read


First Steps For Moving To Lake Chapala
Every day we receive questions asking for advice on various topics regarding making the move to Lake Chapala. I love responding to all your questions and welcome you all to reach out to us at any time. Following is a typical type of question that we receive and my answer to them: I have been watching many of your informative YouTube videos and found them very interesting and helpful. I am thinking of coming to Lake Chapala to stay for a month and see how I like it. I do not

Michaela & Ricardo
Nov 34 min read


The Hardest Thing About Being An Expat....Is Being An Expat
Lake Chapala Mariachi taking a break If you’ve spent any time researching how to move abroad, you’ve likely come across a wealth of...

Michaela & Ricardo
Oct 155 min read


Thinking of Moving to Lake Chapala, Mexico? Here’s Why Now Might Be the Perfect Time
Lake Chapala retirees taking time to reflect on life If you've found yourself feeling overwhelmed by the stress, politics, cold weather,...

Michaela & Ricardo
Sep 155 min read


Why Retire In Lake Chapala?
Terrace view of Lake Chapala, Mexico Discover the Hidden Gem of Mexico Lake Chapala is one of the most popular retirement destinations...

Michaela & Ricardo
Aug 152 min read


Is It Time to Leave the U.S.? Why More Expats Are Choosing Lake Chapala, Mexico — and How We Can Help You Get There
Retired Couple Enjoying Ajijic More and more Americans and Canadians are asking a very important question these days: Is this still the...

Michaela & Ricardo
Jul 145 min read


Lake Chapala Developments Along The "Libramiento"
Do you want to live near the shops, restaurants, conveniences and services in Ajijic and still be close to Guadalajara and the International Airport? Then the Libramiento (the bypass around the town of Chapala) might be the right location for you.

Michaela & Ricardo
Jun 264 min read


Lake Chapala Home Buying Tips
Stunning Lake Chapala home wth pool When making the decision to buy a home in Lake Chapala there are many things you should consider and...

Michaela & Ricardo
Jun 156 min read


Discovering the Heart of Mexico: Why I Chose the Interior Highlands Over Coastal Living
Sunset over Lake Chapala taken from a local restaurant I've been all around Mexico in my younger years—but only just around the edges....

Michaela & Ricardo
Jun 154 min read


Considering The Expat Life In Lake Chapala
Scott & Camille Woodard in front of Ajijic Sign “ Living here is an experiential process, not a logical one. ” ~ Marc Miller My wife,...
Scott Woodard
May 293 min read


Ajijic Weather - The Best In The World?
Lake Chapala, Mexico was rated to be the second best climate in the world according to some obscure National Geographic article written...

Michaela & Ricardo
May 294 min read


Michaela & Ricardo: Retire In Lake Chapala Team
Michaela & Ricardo - Retire In Lake Chapala Hi. This is Michaela. So many people told me I was crazy! That it took guts to move to...

Michaela & Ricardo
May 296 min read


Common Reasons NOT To Move To Lake Chapala - Overruled
People enjoying another sunny day along the Ajijic Malecon Are there legitimate reasons not to move to Lake Chapala? On Facebook, YouTube...

Michaela & Ricardo
May 294 min read


Lake Chapala Home Buyers Checklist
At the best of times, buying a house can be a challenging affair, but buying in a foreign country can get even more complicated! How is...
Michaela
May 275 min read


Understanding the Lake Chapala Area: More Than Just Ajijic
Fisherman's Fountain, Chapala, Mexico After hosting countless personal relocation seminars, I’m still amazed by how many people are...

Michaela & Ricardo
May 154 min read


Mexico Visa Considerations For Living In Lake Chapala
Ixtlahuacan de los Membrillos Plaza What are the things you need to know when you finally decide you want to make the move to Lake...
Michaela
Apr 235 min read


Building Boom in Lake Chapala
Most everyone visiting or living in Lake Chapala has realized by now that there is a tremendous building boom going on. What brought...

Michaela & Ricardo
Apr 202 min read


Ajijic Rentals: Where To Find Rentals in Ajijic
(updated April 20, 2025) Thinking of renting in Lake Chapala? Then you've come to the right place. There are now more than 50 ways to...
Michaela
Apr 205 min read


Lake Chapala Retirement Seminar - Insights From A Visitor
What are some people telling us about their experiences in visiting Lake Chapala for the first time? Find out in this candid interview...

Michaela & Ricardo
Apr 203 min read


Being A Single Woman In Ajijic
Ajijic offers the single woman the second best climate to live in Ajijic, Jalisco could be one of the safest and best places in the...
Michaela
Apr 205 min read
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