10 Tips for Living in Mexico

Summary: Is it safe to live in Mexico? What should I bring with me to Mexico? How can I find a home? Expats offer advice on these and other topics.

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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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profwo

Dec 19, 2013 10:12

Singularly the most informative article I've read. Succinct with excellent links. George

guest

Apr 21, 2017 11:42

HI; Good information. How do I find out about shipping some household goods. Who is a reliable mover that is affordable thanks

rbeckerchi

Aug 26, 2018 12:40

As of September 2018; can ANYONE who has lived in Mexico for at least 3 years or more (preferably), actually tell me what are the top 3 SAFEST places for an American to retire in Mexico and why?? I see there is A LOT of bad press about Mexico but I REALLY want to know what is fact vs fiction. Thanks

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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