Mitch Keenan,  Broker By Mitch Keenan
2010-03-10

Have you been thinking of retiring, but you'd prefer a warmer climate? "Sounds nice," you might think, "but I'm retiring on a budget, and I know the Florida beachfront doesn't fit into that budget." There's good news; a Mexico Retirement is becoming a more and more common option for Americans and Canadians who want to retire to a warm climate on a budget or are looking for luxury at a non-luxury price. Within the many options for retirement in Mexico, Merida Real Estate is an excellent location for various reasons.

The city of Merida a very attractive with a classic colonial downtown. Mexico Homes of all styles and price ranges are available in the Merida area. For a retirement with a bit of romantic, old charm to it, a home in or near the city center would be an ideal option. While the city of Merida itself is not directly on the beachfront, the port-town of Progreso only half an hour away includes beautiful modern homes as well as beachfront condos.

Merida is the center of the Yucatan in various ways. Besides being located within a couple hours of many of the areas famous attractions, such as the ancient Mayan pyramids in Chichen Itza, the awe-inspiring flamingo reserve in the Emerald cost, or the interactive Eco-parks near Cancun. The city also has several excellent golf courses. Large international stores (such as Walmart) and shopping malls complement the local markets and craft stores to provide a wide variety of shopping for all tastes and occasions. While the local Mayan specialities are excellent, Merida also includes everything from American fast food, to international European restaurants.

Merida also boasts the best health care facilities in the area, and even draws residents from other countries seeking modern, up-to-date and professional medical service. Roads and transportation in Merida are well planned and well kept up.

The city also serves as a cultural focal point for the Yucatan Peninsula. Local Mariachi bands, live jazz, street musicians and many other kinds of music add life to the city; arts and crafts can be found everywhere. Retirement in Merida will never be dull; relaxing yes, but definitely not without things to do. The best part about it all; it's a lot less expensive than living in the U.S.

To explore the possibility of a Mexico retirement, and to begin your search for the Merida real estate that will be most suitable for you, contact Mexico's top experts in real estate:

TOPMexicoRealEstate NETWORK; Mexico's Leading Network of Specialists for Finding and Purchasing Mexican Properties Safely

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Region: Yucatan Real Estate by Mitch Keenan has been a Licensed Broker in the United States since the 1980s. He holds a GRI and a CRS from NAR (National Association of Realtors). With over ten years of living and working in the Yucatan real estate industry, Mitch brings American business ethics and Mexico business experience together to give buyers unparalleled service. 512-879-6546

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