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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

We bought our house in a small town just north of Puerto Vallarta.  I have seen rent that seems to be around the $500 a month price.  I have seen even cheaper if you aren't looking for something upscale.  I have also seen homes in sub divisions that ...
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

I understand, and BTW no offense taken.  Granted it isn't for everyone, but for those that can it is a huge increase in your SS check.  About 40% and thats if you live comfortably.  I agree our government should take care of it's elderly, homeless, v...
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

Ha ha okay, But can you tell me where it is safe in the US that you can afford to live?
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

The best choice is Mexico!  Two people can live on social security for almost half of what it costs in the states. Apartment or house rentals are much less expensive, food is way lower cost. The wife and I pay about $100 per month for health insuranc...
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

We bought our house in a small town just north of Puerto Vallarta.  I have seen rent that seems to be around the $500 a month price.  I have seen even cheaper if you aren't looking for something upscale.  I have also seen homes in sub divisions that ...
frahmfarm 09-15-2018 08:00 AM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

I understand, and BTW no offense taken.  Granted it isn't for everyone, but for those that can it is a huge increase in your SS check.  About 40% and thats if you live comfortably.  I agree our government should take care of it's elderly, homeless, v...
frahmfarm 09-13-2018 06:14 PM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

Ha ha okay, But can you tell me where it is safe in the US that you can afford to live?
frahmfarm 09-13-2018 06:04 PM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

The best choice is Mexico!  Two people can live on social security for almost half of what it costs in the states. Apartment or house rentals are much less expensive, food is way lower cost. The wife and I pay about $100 per month for health insuranc...
frahmfarm 09-13-2018 12:05 PM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

We bought our house in a small town just north of Puerto Vallarta.  I have seen rent that seems to be around the $500 a month price.  I have seen even cheaper if you aren't looking for something upscale.  I have also seen homes in sub divisions that ...
frahmfarm 09-15-2018 08:00 AM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

I understand, and BTW no offense taken.  Granted it isn't for everyone, but for those that can it is a huge increase in your SS check.  About 40% and thats if you live comfortably.  I agree our government should take care of it's elderly, homeless, v...
frahmfarm 09-13-2018 06:14 PM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

Ha ha okay, But can you tell me where it is safe in the US that you can afford to live?
frahmfarm 09-13-2018 06:04 PM
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Re: Retirement Apartment vs Retirement Village

The best choice is Mexico!  Two people can live on social security for almost half of what it costs in the states. Apartment or house rentals are much less expensive, food is way lower cost. The wife and I pay about $100 per month for health insuranc...
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