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Why is Ajijic Special?
I often see this question while cruising the social web boards. Why is Ajijic special? Well, it's hard to answer that in just few lines...
Michaela
Aug 12, 20234 min read


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...
Michaela
Aug 8, 20233 min read


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?...
Michaela
Aug 8, 20234 min read


A Day In The Life Of A Lake Chapala Retiree
What is there to do in Ajijic? All of us already living down here on Lake Chapala know that it is the best place in the world to live out...
Michaela
Aug 4, 20234 min read


The Beauty in Ajijic
When younger we sometimes played a game where the challenge would be, for example, counting how many red cars you could see for a given...
Delll
Jul 30, 20232 min read


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?...
Michaela
Jul 14, 20234 min read


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,...

Michaela & Ricardo
Jun 15, 20234 min read


Lake Chapala, Mexico - Not For Everyone!
Living in Lake Chapala is not for everyone! Different people want different things and no one place in this world is going to be perfect....

Michaela & Ricardo
May 16, 20233 min read


West Ajijic Restaurants and Markets
West Ajijic is the “up and coming” area of Lake Chapala. Many of the restaurants and businesses that were traditionally in Ajijic proper...

Michaela & Ricardo
Apr 14, 20233 min read


Mexico Cracks Down On Taxes: How To Get Your RFC Number
In 2022, the Federal Mexican government implemented a plan to have all Mexican and foreign residents (18 years of age and over) obtain...

Michaela & Ricardo
Dec 14, 20223 min read


10 Years Of Living In Lake Chapala - Why I Would Never Go Back To Canada
This year marks the 10th year anniversary since I have moved to Lake Chapala, Mexico. It has been an incredible journey of self...

Michaela & Ricardo
Nov 15, 20225 min read


Lake Chapala Mexico Cost Of Living 2022
One of the most asked questions on web boards is, “What does it cost to live in Lake Chapala?” Obviously the answer can vary greatly. I...

Michaela & Ricardo
Apr 9, 20223 min read


Retire Early in Lake Chapala
Are you tired of the rat race? Are you fed up with your boss? Paying high taxes? Working for the man? Have you considered retiring to...
Michaela
Jun 9, 20213 min read


Retirement Lake Chapala, Mexico - The Ultimate Freedom?
Freedom....it's a difficult word to pin down and it means so many different things to so many different people, but one of the things...

Michaela & Ricardo
May 20, 20214 min read


What's So Great About Lake Chapala?
Here is a simple list of the many things that are wonderful about living and retiring in Lake Chapala. -Low cost of living compared to...
Michaela
May 13, 20213 min read


12 Things You Wish You Knew Before Moving To Lake Chapala
Once in a while there is a post on Facebook that really hits to the core of the matter and is helpful for people considering retirement...

Michaela & Ricardo
Mar 20, 20215 min read


How Safe Is Lake Chapala?
There is lots of hype over the dangers of living in Mexico on the news media but is there a real concern living in Lake Chapala? What...

Michaela & Ricardo
Feb 22, 20216 min read


Lake Chapala: Close to Everything!
One of the most appealing things about living and retiring in Lake Chapala (besides the cost of living and the second best climate in the...
Michaela
Feb 7, 20212 min read


Feeling Grateful and Love in Lake Chapala
I am realizing now that these are the times, while this Corona Virus pandemic is rampaging about the globe, to take the time to be grateful
Ricardo (Guest)
Dec 5, 20203 min read


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...

Michaela & Ricardo
Sep 8, 20205 min read
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