Did you know if you are a US citizen living abroad, you have extra time
to file your taxes? Tune into the conversation Inside México had with
accountants, Adriana Bautista and Lee Purcell in order to help you make
more informed and smart decisions regarding your taxes while living
abroad.
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Still not sure what the difference is between an FM3 and a FM2? What's the best visa for you and what are the restrictions that go with it? Applying for your visa can be a headache. Listen to the conversation Inside México had with immigration lawyer, Fernando Poo Céspedes to learn what forms you need to have, where you need to go and all the other little logistics that goes into the visa process.
Not sure how to go about registering for a tax ID number and/or filing your taxes in Mexico? Having to file taxes in Mexico on a monthly basis can be time consuming and complicated. Tune into the conversation Inside México had with Mexican accountant, Oscar Alcántara to learn all the ins & outs of the Mexican tax system.
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If you’re looking for an oasis in the desert, Cuatro Ciénegas is the place for you. Declared a protected area in 1994, this biological nature reserve has a labyrinth of underground springs and rivers, which form crystalline pozos (pools). More >>
Cabo San Lucas, simply known as Cabo, is known for its picturesque views of the ocean, deep-sea fishing, golf, water sports, great restaurants, music, and as an all-round hot vacation spot. More >>
Explore Mazatlán's offshore islands, bird-watching in the mangrove swamps and the Sierra Madre Mountains, or sailing to Deer Island, a protected National Reserve. Wintering Gray Whales frolic offshore from January through April, a spectacular sight for whale-watchers. More >>
Saltillo is the state capital of Coahuila. They call it the "Athens of Mexico." The Sierra de Arteaga National Park, located outside of Saltillo, provides a true outdoor experience where you can go hiking through forests, skiing or rock climbing up imposing cliffs. More >>
Every year, the monarch butterflies migrate to Michoacán and the Estado de México. Join Maya & Catherine on the road to Michoacán to see this beautiful spectacle. More >>
George Miller, an American Photographer that has been living in México for more than 50 years, shares some of his favorite photographs from the 1950s and 60s. More >>
The eco healing center, Yolitia, in Malinalco talks to Inside Mexico about how they built all their bungalow style housing and buildings with the natural resources found on and around their land. More >>
We asked our 25 featured expats if they have a specific Mexico “moment” or memory—something that always makes them think, “Yep, this is home,” or “That’s what I love about this place.” More >>
Professional photographer, Allen Craig Schlossman, shares with Inside México some of the photos he has been able to capture over the past week while Mexico City has undergone precautions to avoid spreading the swine flu. More >>
Mara Alper, Documentary Maker and Associate Professor at Ithaca College, has been working on a bilingual documentary of the Huichol Tribe. This documentary explores the complexities and ambiguities of sustaining a traditional culture in modern times. Click here to see a glimpse of the documentary. More >>
Do you know the difference between Tequila and Mezcal? Inside México speaks with Mezcalería owner, Cesar González Hermosillo about Mezcal and its' origins. More >>
San Diego radio stations, dodging the FCC's oversight and fees, sometimes put their radio towers along the Tijuana hillsides. This is how Pepe Mogt discovered his love of electronic music from Europe and the US. He learned to DJ himself, and eventually blended the accordion, bass, and snare of Norteño music with techno, creating a genre that could only exist in Tijuana: Nortec. More >>
Each year, hundreds of thousands of migrants try to cross illegally into the United States through the hot, remote Sonoran desert. Since 1993, nearly 2,000 of them have died. That's according to Humane Borders, a faith-based organization in Tucson whose primary mission is to provide drinking water to crossers in an effort to head off potentially fatal dehydration. More >>
Thousands of Americans have inexplicably made the choice to relocate to the town of San Miguel de Allende. Lost and Found in Mexico is their story. Watch the trailer of Caren Cross's award-winning documentary. More >>
A man from Guatemala is robbed along Mexico's southern border; a Mexican boy is forced into voluntary leave by U.S. immigration authorities and lands penniless in Nogales; a Honduran woman is beaten, raped and abandoned by the guide she paid to help her reach Phoenix. Injured, marginalized, scared, humiliated and exhausted, these are some of the human beings you will meet at a Grupo Beta field office. More >>
Recently, the musical stature of narcocorridos (drug ballads) has gained international interest for having landed at the center of several high-profile murder cases, including the December 2007 assassination of the leader of the popular band K-Paz de la Sierra. In the past two years, more than a dozen other well-known singers have been killed, one of whom, Valentin Elizalde, wrote the ballad "Regalo Caro," performed by the musicians profiled in the above video. More >>
It might be difficult to imagine what $347 billion in combined, annual U.S.-Mexico trade looks like, but taking a glance at the World Trade bridge that connects Laredo, Texas to Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas is a good place to start. More >>
Inside México celebrates the life of Isabel Jordan, a larger-than-life expat who lived in Yelapa, Jalisco for thirty-six years. She passed away recently at the golden age of 81. Watch our video clips of the beautiful and inspirational Isabel. More >>
Isabel Jordan, a larger-than-life expat who lived in Yelapa, Jalisco for thirty-six years, tells us how she got involved with the Huichol Indians. Watch the video clip to hear the story. More >>
Isabel Jordan was fortunate to meet Pepe Díaz, the grandson of former Mexican president Porfirio Díaz, on one of her first trips to Yelapa. Watch this video to hear the story. More >>
If Oaxaca is in your travel plans, you won't want to miss Inside México's private demonstration on the making of black pottery, one of the state's most distinctive crafts. Valente Nieto Real tells us how his mother, the renowned Doña Rosa, developed the pottery technique and turned black pottery into a source of national pride and international acclaim. More >>
Inside México gets the insider scoop with a rug maker from Teotitlán del Valle, the rug-making village located on the outskirts of Oaxaca City. Take a look at this video to get a glimpse of how they make natural dyes and what to look for when you visit. More >>
Wanting to learn more about the surrounding areas of Puerto Vallarta? Then take a look at this Red Guide video exploring the North Shore that extends from La Cruz up to Punta de Mita. More >>
For an unpretentious village where you can shop, tour its artists' studios, and eat out, check out this Redguide video of Bucerias, north of Nuevo Vallarta. More >>
Wanting to learn more about the surrounding areas of Puerto Vallarta? Then take a look at this Red Guide video exploring Amapas ans Conchas Chinas. More >>
Sayulita is just north of Banderas Bay on the road to Guadalajara. For years, Sayulita was off the grid, known among surfers for its nice beach and slow-peeling breaks. Take a look at this Red Guide video to learn more about the town. More >>
San Pancho, aka San Francisco, is just north of Sayulita on the Nayarit coast. San Pancho has a dream beach surrounded by a jungle of dense palms. Take a look at this Red Guide video exploring what this town has to offer. More >>
The South Shore refers to the area around Mismaloya, on the lower jaw of Banderas Bay. This is where the jungle meets the sea in dramatic fashion. Take a look at this Red Guide video exploring the area. More >>
Old Town, consisting of downtown and the Romantic Zone, is the heart of Puerto Vallarta. This area is touristy, but there are plenty of good reasons to live here. Watch this Red Guide video exploring the area. More >>
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