What's There To Do In Lake Chapala?
Looking for something to do in Ajijic, Mexico? It shouldn't be hard. With one of the largest and oldest expat communities in the world,...
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Michaela & Ricardo
- Aug 15
- 3 min
Lake Chapala Gated Communities - Which One Is Right For You?
So you're thinking about retiring in Lake Chapala and are interested in living in a gated community? Great idea! But what should you...
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Michaela
- Aug 8
- 3 min
Lake Chapala: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Future expats want the simple truth about living in Lake Chapala. So I will be frank and lay it all on the line. Read on to find out more...
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Michaela
- Aug 8
- 4 min
Purchasing Within A Gated Community
One of the major considerations for people moving to Lake Chapala is, should you purchase within a gated community or outside of one?...
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Michaela
- Jul 25
- 2 min
Fun Facts About Ajijic and Lake Chapala
Did you know... Ajijic is located 5,046 ft (1,538 m) above sea level Ajijic became Jalisco's 9th Pueblo Magico town in 2020 after their...
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Michaela
- Jul 14
- 4 min
The Pros and Cons of Living in Lake Chapala
Okay. I have written a lot of glossy blogs expounding the virtues and the wonders of living in Lake Chapala but what is the real truth?...
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Michaela & Ricardo
- Jun 15
- 4 min
Lake Chapala: Facts OR Fiction?
In the last few years, there has been a slur campaign on social media against Lake Chapala and nothing spreads faster than bad news,...
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Michaela
- Feb 18
- 5 min
Ajijic Rentals: Where To Find Rentals in Ajijic
(updated November 23, 2023) Thinking of renting in Lake Chapala? Then you've come to the right place. There are now more than 50 ways to...
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Michaela
- Jan 8, 2021
- 3 min
Why Retire in Lake Chapala?
Are you starting to look for places to retire to? Is your area of the U.S or Canada getting too expensive to live in? Then Lake Chapala...
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Michaela & Ricardo
- Sep 8, 2020
- 5 min
Moving To Lake Chapala: Everything You Need To Know
At Retire In Lake Chapala, we understand that information in king and is paramount in helping you make the right decision with regards to...
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Michaela & Ricardo
- Jul 11, 2020
- 4 min
Rental Checklist For Renting In Lake Chapala
Whether you are just a snowbird or serious about expatriating to Lake Chapala renting is the wise thing to do to start with. It's a great...
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Michaela & Ricardo
- Jun 18, 2020
- 4 min
Questions To Ask When Purchasing Property in Lake Chapala
My partner and I have been building a home in Lake Chapala, Mexico and we have learned a lot during the process. If you have thoughts of...
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Michaela
- Jun 6, 2018
- 4 min
Why Lake Chapala, Mexico?
Unless you have a serious aversion to Mexico, Ajijic, on the shores of Mexico's largest lake, Lake Chapala, is one of the finest places...
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Michaela
- May 19, 2018
- 6 min
18 Things You Should Know About Retiring In Lake Chapala
(that the other blogs are not telling you about) (updated February 6, 2019) There are so many blogs about retiring in Lake Chapala all...
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Michaela
- Mar 20, 2018
- 8 min
Lake Chapala Communities
(Expanded and updated September 11, 2020) Thinking of retiring to Lake Chapala? Have you only heard of Ajijic? Well, there is lots more...
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Michaela
- Feb 15, 2018
- 3 min
Homes For Sale In Lake Chapala Mexico
Lake Chapala is one of those unique and beautiful places to retire, and nowadays with the aid of the internet, word is spreading that...
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Michaela
- Feb 10, 2018
- 4 min
Pros And Cons Of Buying A Home In Lake Chapala
Buy or rent? The age old debate. What are the factors to consider about buying a home in a foreign country? Are they any different than...
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Michaela
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
Advantages And Disadvantages To Renting In Lake Chapala
Everyone coming down to Lake Chapala wants to rent. Great idea! You absolutely should rent for a while and preferably in different places...
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