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Missing At Sea - A 32 foot, single mast, cutter rig, white hull and white sails sailboat is overdue from Ensenada to CSL. Aboard is Jeff Peak, 58. It has been impossible to get a search going from Mexico (you can imagine the reasons and excuses). However, I hope through the Onion, to alert members of private and corporate aviation who would be going north and south for various reasons to be alert to this situation and watch the coastline for signs of this boat. There are family and friends in the States who would greatly appreciate having some answers about what happened to Jeff Peak. - Jeep Jeep, jeepsurfs2000[-at-]yahoo.com, 612-100-7672, Todos Santos
Yoga. Saturday Yoga Continues In The Fall - Thank you all for your support of Saturday morning yoga. I enjoyed sharing energy with all of you. Seems there are no more people wanting to do yoga on Saturday mornings at this time of year so we will continue again in the fall. Gracias a todos. If you have any questions or comment, please send me an email. Gracias. Ellen - Ellen, ellen[-at-]ultimatefreedom.info, Todos Santos
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Security System Info Needed - Would the Pescadero home owner who had a wireless security system installed a few weeks ago please email me with the name and number of the company that was located in LaPaz and Cabo? Unfortunately,I left the info at home, will only be in TS four more days and would like to contact the man you recommended. Thank you! - Vickie Butler, vandhbutler[-at-]charter.net, 775-848-5308
Digital TV Transition In The U.S. - After February 17, 2009, the US government is requiring that digital over-the-air broadcasts replace analog broadcasts. After that date, analog TVs will no longer be able to receive TV programming without being connected to a pay TV service or a digital-to-analog converter box.
We are frequently asked how this pending transition to Digital TV in the US will affect reception of satellite TV in Baja, and whether customers will need to buy a new TV, a converter or even a new satellite TV receiver. The transition to digital only affects consumers who have an analog TV and use "rabbit ears" or another type of regular outside TV antenna to get their broadcasts over-the-air. They will need to buy a newer TV or get a digital-to-analog converter.
Even if your current TV is analog, you will not be affected by the transition if you are connected to a satellite TV receiver because satellite-delivered TV signals are already 100% digital. The receiver converts the digital signals for use by your analog TV. For more information about the pending transition to digital broadcasts, go here: http://www.dtv.gov/consumercorner.html. - Alan Thompson, alan[-at-]bajasatellite.com, www.bajasatellite.com, 612 117 0484/530 313 5225, Todos Santos
Bringing Household Stuff to Mexico (Courtesy, Baja Pony Express)
A. Last year I went through the process of bringing household goods to Baja w/FM3 for a friend. We went to Sacramento Mexican Consulate and paid $127.00 and had (6) six copies of a list of "ALL" the items brought down with address in the U.S. on the upper left-hand corner and the Baja address in the upper right-hand corner. We dropped the copies of at the Mexican Consulate and had to wait two days before returning to pick them up and was told that we needed to stop at the border in San Isidro and pay as much as $350.00 more, I did the 'Gringo' drive by and was told by a Mexican friend that that could have been real bad if they were to chase me down and would have had to pay more than that. Also it's necessary to pay exact amount at the Mexican Consulate as they do not give change!. There is also a form to fill out so be prepared with your list ahead of time so you may save yourself an extra trip to the Consulate!----------------------------------------------
B. This is what I found on one of the Mexican consulate sights. My recommendation would be to find someone who has done a Menaje de Casa, borrow their list & do yours in the same format. Also you can get good help from the moving companies who bring your things from the northern border down into Mexico to your home here. Foreign retired residents, as well as immigrants are entitled to take their household effects into Mexico. A list of such effects must be certified by the Mexican Consulate for Customs in Mexico. The requirements to be met are as follows:- FM3 or FM2 issued in his name.Once the household effects list has been visaed, all furniture and appliances must enter the country within the next six months as of the date of the issue of the immigration form. Household effects can be brought into Mexico only once per family in a lifetime without a special permit from Mexican Customs
- A typed list of household effects, in Spanish, accompanied by four additional photocopies, listing all items to be imported. Brand, model and serial numbers must be stated when listing electrical appliances.
-Pay the consular fee (please see table of consular fees).
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C. In my article regarding importing household good I did not mention that one must have an FM-3 or FM-2 because it it was presumed that one who bought property in Mexico did follow the law that says that one MUST have an FM-3 or FM-2 once one you purchased real estate property.
Invalid Fidelcomisos Issued by Corredors Publicos (Courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - It has come to our attention at our Law Firm that many expatriates have "Fidelcomiso Traslativo de Dominio" contracts (FTD contract), wrongly call a bank trust, elaborated not by a "Notario Publico" (Contract Lawyer) but by a "Corredor Publico." I would like to remind everyone who did have an FTD contract done by said last mentioned legal professional that their FTD contract is not valid.
The reason is that a Corredor Publico can only do commercial acts such as writing contracts but cannot do civil acts thus, he could not legally transfer real estate property ownership which was done in the FTD contract, only a Notario Publico can do civil acts such as transfer of real estate property ownership.
If any one wants more information on how to correct the situation please contact us by e-mail at can-am-mex[-at-]hotmail.com or info[-at-]can-am-mex.com, or cell phone: (612) 348-9793, Lic. Jacques-Edourd Beauline, Abogado
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Girl And Dog Need Ride North! - If anybody is headed north in the next few days or week and need help driving i am looking for a safe ride north from the Todos Santos or La Paz area!! I have a valid license and can definitely help drive, no problem..mogley dog is a lab mix and he doesn't bite or make doggie messes in cars. we are ultimately headed to Arizona but anywhere on the way north would be a big help!
- Rachael Raderman, Yarasprite[-at-]yahoo.com, Todos Santos
Humble Request - I just returned from Todos Santos and sold all of the books, Treasures of Todos Santos which I had with me. Someone there has offered to sell more if I can get them there. Is anyone driving down to Todos Santos from the US in the next month who would be willing to take two boxes of books. The boxes are about one meter square. There is no duty on the books. If anyone has room in their car, I can have them shipped to you. Thank you. - Jane Hagus, juanita35_1999[-at-]yahoo.com , 9098298511, United States
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Pool/spa Filter - I have a used Pentair Purex Triton 2000 series, stainless steel D.E. filter.Has new filter elements.Works great.Includes backflush valve. $500.00 6121495066 - Jordon Cameron, two40jordi[-at-]hotmail.com, 6121495066, Pescadero
Todos Santos And Pescadero - Work Wanted: We are young family; I am a hard working, honest and responsible man from Todos Santos. I am married with 3 young daughters. I am available to do work for you. I speak and understand English. We have many American/Canadian friends and clients. I can provide these services - real estate sales, house security and property management, gardener, trash collection and hauling, general handyman jobs, and assistance in facilitating various bill payments with Mexican businesses and organizations. My wife, she available to help you with house cleaning work, We have ours own transportation and She can work Monday – Saturday, two hour a day in the morning. References can be provided upon request. You can reach me by email or phone. - Victor Sossa, lacio31[-at-]hotmail.com, 001-52-612-135-4870
Wanted Furniture - Need to furnish a entire house, tables, chairs, sofas, beds, nightstands, TVs, stereo ect - Jay, jaytodossantos[-at-]hotmail.com, 6121339855, Pescadero
Spanish Teacher Wanted - Looking for a Spanish Instructor in Todos Santos between now and 20 May. Second year student wanting conversational instruction. - Jim Toohey, tooheyjim[-at-]gmail.com, 612-133-2128, Todos Santos
Van Wanted - I need to buy a large cargo van to take to the states. Any make/model considered. May also be a window van without interior. An ideal van would be a 2002 Ford E350 1 ton, long chassis, but others may be as suitable. V8 power and automatic transmission would be nice, but other configurations are acceptable. Color is unimportant. - John Cook, forte41[-at-]hotmail.com, 612-165-6084, La Paz
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1999 Ford F150 Supercab 4x4 - Short Bed, Excellent condition, Red exterior with Grey leather interior, Lariat Package, 4 door, 5.4 L with Automatic Transmission, AC, Dual Front Air Bags, Power Windows, Door Locks and Mirrors, Tilt Wheel, Cruise Control, Multi Compact Disc, Premium Sound, ABS, Sliding rear window, Matching shell and Bed Liner, Tow package and Premium Wheels. 142,000 mostly highway miles. 7800.US 624-1410159 in Los Barriles or totemjunior[-at-]hotmail.com. - Jeff Armstrong, totemjunior[-at-]hotmail.com, 624-1410159, Los Barriles
1999 Toyota Tacoma - 99 Toyota Tacoma Xtra Cab 4X4 4 Cylindro Red AC Runs Strong $6900 - Miguel, conejo14[-at-]hotmail.com, Todos Santos
For Sale - 2005 Tracker, white, sunroof, loaded, low miles, national plates, tax paid for 2008. Leaving Cabo, available June 27, 2008. $9,000 USD, priced to sell. Valued over $12,000. - Beth Dalton, bethlivesincabo[-at-]hotmail.com, 624.358.9027, Cabo San Lucas
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Casita Or Other Accommodation - Seeking a accommodation for May 4 Sun to May 9 Fri. Dates corrected from previous ad. - Paul Thomson, pthomson[-at-]psbci.net, Todos Santos
3 Lots For Sale - Lots are in Todos Santos BCS - Russell, 6121450503, Todos Santos
Home For Sale - Custom ocean view home on 1/2 acre.Pescadero BCS.2 master suites,3 bath,office,2 palapas,4 ocean view decks,new home a must see - Jay, 6121339855, Pescadero
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Let's Tour The Garden!! - Buena Fortuna Botanical Garden will be open until the second saturday of May and then again re-open in November (you can place your plant orders and landscape design & consultations appointments in October )So, if you haven't had the time to come and see our 10 yr old Botanical Garden with over 3700 plant species make your reservation to come on tour with Gabriel Howearth (World renown botanist)and learn about the tropical and dry tropical diversity that grows at "Buena Fortuna" You can plan a morning at the Garden and include eaiting a Healthy and tasty organic brunch with Kitzia. We also have organic salad mixes and other choice culinary greens & herbs you can buy. - Kitzia Howearth, siempresemillas [-at-]yahoo.com, 624 1683225
The Natural World - Something for your kids - The Down-to-Earth Guide to Global Warming, published by Scholastic, is a concise, well-designed, and thoughtful book for older children who are interested in understanding more about this important subject.
Something for the palate - Eating with Conscience: The Bioethics of Food. Jim Hightower says "If we are what we eat, then we're a mess! This books tells us how we can be wholesome again."
Something for the garden - Florida Landscape Plants. Why Florida? Because according to Bill Rudolph, who strongly recommends the book, this book is enormously helpful in describing the flora we find right here in this region, and offering advice on how to make the best of them in your landscape.
Find these and other excellent nature titles at El Tecolote Bookstore, Juarez esq Hidalgo. - Janet Howey
Pool Cleaning And Maintenance - Do you have a problem with your swimming pool call me and i will help you to kill the green algae, kill black algae, clean the filter and more. - Gelacio Orozco, gelacio_tds[-at-]hotmail.com, 0446121514978, Todos Santos
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Quote of the Day: " All of us have schnozzles . . . if not in our faces, then in our character, minds or habits. When we admit our schnozzles, instead of defending them, we begin to laugh, and the world laughs with us. " - Jimmy Durante, American Entertainer
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May 11th - Café D’licia’s 4th Annual Mother’s Day Brunch, 10 Am-3 Pm, two seatings: 10 AM and 12:30, 145-0862, Todos SantosMay 22, 7:00 P.M.CSNY/Deja Vu Film and Auction at La Esquina, tickets at El Tecolote and La Esquina
