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Study reveals what expats REALLY think about living overseas

Richard Kemper

About Me: I graduated from high school in 1967 and enlisted in the Army in September of the same year. I spent 19 months in Vietnam, and was then stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas. I was given an honorable discharge and attended a community college for 1 year. I then joined the work force, eventually got married, had two sons and finally retired at 62 years of age.

I left the very scenic Ohio winters for Ajijic, Mexico in 2010 and I have not regretted my choice. I have two adorable grandchildren. Olivia is 3 and SJ (Seth Jr.) is almost 7 months. I like to read, watch movies and sports, play golf, and travel.

On September 9th I will be traveling for close to two years. I am not sure at this time where in Mexico but I will not return to Ajijic. I am a permanent resident of Mexico and I plan on using Mexico as my home base. My wish list countries to see would be in Europe and Asia. I hope that I will be able to achieve my travel goals while I am healthy and somewhat young enough to enjoy the trips.
Where I’m From: Willoughby, Ohio
Where I Live Now: Ajijic, Mexico
Areas of Contribution: Mexico

Study reveals what expats REALLY think about living overseas

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Go to: How much do healthcare and medical services cost in Mexico?

I do not have health insurance. Last December, I had a pacemaker put in. It was a shock because I didn’t think I needed one. My heart was stopping at night while I was sleeping. I don’t know how much it would have cost me in the US but it wa... Read More

Posted October 07, 2015

Go to: How’s the dental care in Mexico?

My dentist speaks English and is really good and gentle. I don’t like going to the dentist. I don’t like the pain. I was surprised with the equipment that my dentist uses. I didn’t know what to expect the first time I came to see her, but she has... Read More

Posted October 05, 2015

Go to: What’s the cost of the Internet in Mexico?

I am not sure about the cost of Internet by itself in Mexico. I have an Internet-TV-landline bundle so I am not sure what the breakdown is. For the entire bundle, I pay $32 USD a month. The Internet is probably $18 USD. The Internet is fast and clean enough ... Read More

Posted September 30, 2015

Go to: Are there American-trained doctors in Mexico?

There are American trained doctors in Ajijic, the very popular expat destination where I live. My general practitioner has lived in Chicago longer than he has lived here. He is fluent in English. I am not sure if my cardiologist speaks English, but we can communic... Read More

Posted October 09, 2015

Go to: How corrupt are the police in Mexico? Do I need to bribe the police in Mexico?

I do not drive so I have never been given a traffic ticket. People who are pulled over by the local police usually bribe the officer. This is what I have heard but I have no proof of it. I do not even know anybody who’s actually driven and paid the bride. Th... Read More

Posted October 18, 2015

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