Lying at the mouth of the wildly beautiful Oak Creek Canyon, it is a unique geological area that mesmerizes tourists of all sorts.

Some people prefer the beaches, some might want to take advantage of the culture, history and international restaurants, and others could consider emigrating to spend their retirement years there.

Mexico makes it easy and affordable to get common drugs at most pharmacies. While you can choose to get a generic, the name brands are available also.

The north shore of Lake Chapala, Mexico is one of the premier retirement destinations for North Americans.

Being optimists, we believe that the financial future of this generation can still be bright, but with loads of student debt and lack of investment understanding they need to get started learning about finances and money management now.

In looking back, we reflected on some of the biggest surprises of our unique journey.

Our itinerary was to overnight in Poncitlan, catch a bus the next morning to go through Ocotlan, through La Barca then stay in Zamora a couple of nights.

Mila Postres was advertised as a very popular breakfast place with pastries to die for. Ok. We're in!

Legend has it that for more than 40 years, people around the world have come to Julieta for ceremony, healing, and life guidance.

Retirement Is Not Rocket Science
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

Getting your house in order for retirement or financial independence is not that difficult. Many investment professionals, journalists, and commentators seem to complicate the issue to the point that even we can't understand it.

The Price of Security
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

Everyone speaks about how risk is dangerous and sometimes unthinkable. It seems that everyone wants unmitigated surety – the 100% guarantee.

Just a 3 minute walk from our Villa, we have a restaurant on prime beachfront property that serves Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

We discuss Geo-Arbitrage, Assisted Living, Medical care overseas, living off one's investments instead of a paycheck and lots more.