Comments by "Sister Sherry Doing Stuff" (@SisterSherryDoingStuff) on "La Karencita"
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This is a really good conversation to have. It's something that's been on my mind when I'm in Mexico. It's not the good ole days for foreigners anymore, the Mexican government has made it more challenging to get residency, or even the full 6 month tourist visa. I'm not angry about it. My country, the USA, hasn't treated Mexico or Mexicans very well. That's all I have to say about that issue.
Not all gringos have a lot of money, that's why Mexico is so attractive for living. Now one must prove an income of $2600/per mo to get temporary residency in Mexico. I don't make that kind of money. So it kind of feels like gentrification effects myself, as a foreigner. Mexico may no longer be affordable for someone in my financial situation.
The taxes is a tricky subject. As a US citizen, if I don't pay my taxes, I won't have a social security check when I'm able to retire. I never want to take away from the Mexican communities I visit. Maybe I tip more, or buy more out of guilt...to make sure I'm having a positive impact where ever I'm visiting.
My friend, who lives in Guadalajara, has had to be the face for me when renting a place. We were going to go in on a home with 5 bedrooms and then rent out rooms on Airbnb. We both decided to keep me out of it...not letting the landlord know that a gringo was part of the rental agreement, to keep the cost down. We both knew if the landlord saw me, the price would go up. I guess it's the nature of the beast.
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