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Update on Yucatan State Police Car Protocols

Posted on April 4, 2012 by yucalandia

“Tonteria…” “Todo es una tonteria…” Ever notice that the police often drive around with their lights flashing? Should you stop or pull over? … Up to this morning, I thought the answer was: “No, keep driving, but use caution/care.” Once … Continue reading →

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Qualifications and Qualities of a Good Scientist (cont.)

Posted on March 25, 2012 by yucalandia

a.k.a. Why Medical Doctors and School Teachers are not Scientists … Whom should we go to for advice … Scientists are conjecturers by nature. Like their hypotheses & theories, all scientists are inherently fallible. The testing and refuting of hypotheses … Continue reading →

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Qualifications and Qualities of a Good Scientist

Posted on March 8, 2012 by yucalandia

a.k.a. Why Medical Doctors are not Scientists … Whom should we go to for advice … or Whom should we trust Yucalandia’s content is usually focused on facts, figures, observations and advice on how to best apply them. The attached … Continue reading →

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What Can I Bring into Mexico: Mexican Customs Rules

Posted on January 8, 2012 by yucalandia

Feb. 22, 2012 Yucalandia offers the following update to Aduana’s policies on what is allowed for visitors to Mexico as a part of an ongoing series of articles on common issues. We welcome you to propose your own questions or … Continue reading →

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Weaponizing Viruses

Posted on December 27, 2011 by yucalandia

Full Article at: “Weaponizing Viruses – The Article” Yes, we’ve created yet another new verb by “-izing” a noun. What are your thoughts on the US govt. sponsored research in Holland that has taken a highly pathogenic (but poorly transmitted) … Continue reading →

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Updated 2012 & 2011 IRS Requirements: Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA)

Posted on December 20, 2011 by yucalandia

Feb. 1, 2012 Update on New US IRS Requirements for Expats: This new regulation requires expats who have over $50,000 total of foreign financial/savings/checking/investment accounts to file a new form with the IRS every year, starting with our 2011TY filings … Continue reading →

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Updated Absentee Voting Information for US Expats in Mexico

Posted on December 9, 2011 by yucalandia

Full Article at: “Updated Absentee Voting Information for US Expats in Mexico” Consulado de los EEUU en Mérida, México Calle 60 #338K x 29 y 31, Colonia Alcalá Martín Mérida, Yucatán, México C.P. 97050 Message for U.S. Citizens Dated: December … Continue reading →

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Income Tax Liabilities in Mexico

Posted on November 30, 2011 by yucalandia

Full Article at: “Income Tax Liabilities in Mexico” Expats’ tax liabilities for work performed in Mexico comes up over and over on forums across the web. The situation becomes even more interesting if they live here full-time, doing on-line work … Continue reading →

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Labor Law for Household Employees in Mexico – What must we pay?

Posted on November 22, 2011 by yucalandia

December 5, 2018 Update: The Supreme Court just ruled that IMSS payments are required for all domestic workers. In a unanimous ruling, Mexico’s Supreme Court issued an amparo, (injunction), ordering the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) to implement a pilot program … Continue reading →

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Issues with Using Credit Cards Internationally and Exchange Rate Information

Posted on November 17, 2011 by yucalandia

Full Article at: ” Issues with Using Credit Cards Internationally and Exchange Rate Information “ Continuing on the theme of Common Questions About Traveling (to Mexico): There are a group of questions that come up on expat forums whose answers … Continue reading →

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Considering Adding a Pressure Pump (Hidroneumatico) to Your Gravity Feed System?

Posted on November 16, 2011 by yucalandia

Full Article at: ” Considering Adding a Pressure Pump (Hidroneumatico) to Your Gravity Feed System? “ About every 6 months, someone new pops onto Mexican expat construction and home repair forums and asks about the in’s-and-out’s of improving their household … Continue reading →

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Absentee Voting Information for US Citizens in Mexico

Posted on October 29, 2011 by yucalandia

See Full Article at: “Absentee Voting Information for US Citizens in Mexico – The Article “ Here’s a blurb passed along by the Merida Men’s Club: The U.S. Embassy in Mexico City encourages U.S. citizens to register to vote and … Continue reading →

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Auto Parts Terminology: Spanish-English / English-Spanish

Posted on October 12, 2011 by yucalandia

See Full Article at: “Auto Parts Terminology: Spanish-English / English-Spanish – The Article “ Had any conversations with your Mexican mechanic lately, when you were reduced to pointing and gesturing when trying to describe what’s wrong with your car? Has … Continue reading →

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The Way Things Work vs How They Really Work (Well) (the post)

Posted on July 28, 2011 by yucalandia

See Full Article at: “The Way Things Work vs How They Really Work (Well)” Expat forums and expat websites are funny things. or Be careful offering even seemingly innocuous reports of what laws the Mexican Government has changed, and official … Continue reading →

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Quirks of Fate in Learning Foreign Languages: ……………… Brain Development Effects

Posted on July 18, 2011 by yucalandia

See Full Article at: “Quirks of Fate in Learning Foreign Languages: Article on Brain Development Effects” There’s a dandy article on ex-pats varying abilities and interests in learning Spanish at Marc Olson’s blog: Language Learning: Why Bother? Marc was a … Continue reading →

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New (Limited) Vehicle Importation Rules for Mexico

Posted on July 4, 2011 by yucalandia

New Vehicle Import Laws Allow 8 – 9 Year Old Big Vehicles in a Special Northern Mexico Zone As of Friday, July 1, Mexico allows the importation of 8-9 year old NAFTA approved large vehicles like combis, trucks, buses, etc … Continue reading →

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New Rules of the Road for Yucatan and Merida

Posted on June 30, 2011 by yucalandia

New Transit Law Taking Effect in Yucatan State Yucatan has just become less interesting place to drive.  Every passenger has to wear a seat belt.   No more small dogs or toddlers in the driver’s laps.   Gotta have at least … Continue reading →

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New Requirements for Bringing Foreign-Plated Cars into Mexico: Banjercito

Posted on June 17, 2011 by yucalandia

The Mexican Ministry of Finance and Public Credit has issued a new decree affecting expats bringing foreign plated cars into Mexico: “New Requirements for Bringing Foreign-Plated Cars into Mexico: Banjercito”. From the Banjercito website: “IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT The Ministry of Finance … Continue reading →

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New Immigration Law Published for Mexico

Posted on May 25, 2011 by yucalandia

See Full Article at: “New Immigration Law Published for Mexico – The Article” Abstract: The web is abuzz with sketchy information about the new Ley de Migración. President Calderon signed it into law on May 24, 2011, along with several … Continue reading →

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Time to Buy Pesos? $2 Trillion of New Money Printed by Geitner & Treasury

Posted on April 25, 2011 by yucalandia

See Full Article at: “Time to Buy Pesos? $2 Trillion of New Money Printed by Geitner & Treasury” Abstract: Last week, we reported how Obama’s & Congress’s new “$40 billion in Budget Cuts” actually cut only $380 million out of … Continue reading →

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