Should You Buy, Build New, or Renovate a Property in Mexico?
Most buyers opt for a prebuilt house in Mexico, but opportunities exist for building on land and renovating old properties. This article describes the options
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Money Matters: How Safe is Your Cash in Mexico?
Mexico operates a public insurance scheme known as IPAB to protect depositors' funds, but not all firms and investment types qualify for cover
How Do Owners Value Their Property for Sale in Mexico?
This article describes typical methods for assessing residential property values in Mexico, and factors that tend to influence sellers' listing prices
Tips for Keeping Your Vehicle Safe and Secure in Mexico
Car thieves operate everywhere; this article shares helpful tips and insights to help keep your vehicle and its possessions secure when you're driving in Mexico
Discover Mexico’s Four Time Zones by State
Mexico has four different time zones: the Central Zone that covers most of the country, two exclusive to two states, and a Pacific zone
Comprehensive Guide to Retirement in Mexico
When you're considering Mexico as a place to retire, our extensive articles and insights provide you with a comprehensive and detailed resource
Regulating the Water Pressure in Your Mexican Home
The majority of Mexico's water delivery is not served by pressurized systems, requiring some ingenuity to create water pressure in your home or building
FAQs: Mexico’s Visitor Visas and Visitor Permit, the FMM
These are the most frequently-asked questions we receive in relation to Mexico's visitor visas, and the visitor permit—updated regularly
The Seven Deadly Sins Expressed in Spanish
In a day and age when the seven deadly sins are fully operative at home and abroad, it makes sense to include them in the language syllabus
Costs and Taxes When Buying Property in Mexico
Learn about the typical fees and taxes buyers must pay in addition to the agreed sales price when buying residential property in Mexico
Countryside Living in Mexico: The Charms and Compromises
Is the Mexican countryside right for your lifestyle? Explore the practical aspects, attractions, and drawbacks of living amidst a rural idyll in Mexico
Time Scales to Buy, Sell, and Transfer Property in Mexico
It might take longer to sell your Mexican home than you anticipate, and the transactional procedures might also require additional patience from both sides
