lakeside7 Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Given that the $USD has devauled 20% the past 6months and restaurants meals increased by the same amount, also the increase of gasoline etc... wonder how many people have made changes to their life style..or just same old, same old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pappysmarket Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Yeah $20 was so easy to calculate, now 17.6 takes a little more brain power. I still use 20 and add a skosh to my result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 We never expected the exchange rate to remain that high and didn't base our cost of living on it. Was great while it lasted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngusMactavish Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 That rate sure did get me a cheap new Nissan. I too knew it would not last, but now I am not an easy a tap for the local charities. The NAFTA negotiations will swing the rate, but I expect it to again rise, not worried either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 The peso:USD was roughly 10:1 when we first started coming to MX. When we lived here full-time 2008-2012 it ranged between 12 and 15 to 1 USD. In our heads, we still think anything above 12:1 is gravy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLIN Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 It has had some price impact on Beluga Caviar, but if you look around, you can still get the deals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giltner68 Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 The ratchet moves up, but never down, I'd bet if/when the exchange ever goes back to 10:1 the prices won't change a peso. Get used to the "new normal" it is what it is. Personally I'm waiting for it to go to 15:1 so I can cash out and take the loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bontepar Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 gas went down a bit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunnyvmx Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 I've made some changes. I'm happy with my decision to finally move into the Penthouse in Riberas. I live on my SS and keep a savings account strictly for medical needs when I should ever need them. I chose a larger apartment for the view, privacy and terrace for my garden. The rent is "all inclusive" and leaves me $200 US for additional spending. That went a good deal further, but now it's less so I stopped going to bazars and garage sales. I really don't want or need anything more. I no longer buy wine and tequila. I drink a lot more water and club soda with lime. Maybe that's a good thing. The things I really cherish are my pup, the pool and my stress and worry free days. Now my extra money goes for gardening on the property and my weekly massage. These small sacrifices are little compared to the happiness I've found living Lakeside in Mexico. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floradude Posted July 24, 2017 Report Share Posted July 24, 2017 I agree with Bisbee Gal. These are very the good times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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