Home Stewardship

Articles and guides to help you manage your house, home, and dwelling spaces in Mexico

Articles and guides to help you manage your house, home, and dwelling spaces in Mexico

Tips on Buying a Mexican Hammock for Your Home

Investing in a high quality hammock will be a pleasure to use and provide years of restful service in your home. This article shares tips for buyers

Practical Checklist for Mexico Home Insurance Coverages

A checklist of essential practical matters to consider as you search for and arrange an insurance policy for your home in Mexico—whether you own or rent

Moving to Mexico: Actions Checklist & Timeline

Plan & organize the logistics of your move to Mexico with this detailed checklist of actions and activities to consider in the months before your move date

Protecting Your Mexican Home Against Burglars

How to protect your home in Mexico against burglars, and be adequately covered in the event of theft and damage to the property

Splashing Out on a Swimming Pool in Mexico

There is nothing quite like having a swimming pool in your back garden to deliver immediate refreshment, fun for children, and healthy exercise

Advice About Dealing with Mosquitoes in Mexico

This article shares practical advice and tips for dealing effectively with mosquitoes when you're visiting or living in Mexico

The Hidden Liabilities in Your Mexican Home

Often overlooked, third party liabilities related to your Mexican property can be mitigated with adequate insurance cover

Managing Waste Disposal & Recycling at Your House in Mexico

Waste collection, materials recycling, and the frequency of collection rounds varies depending where in Mexico your home is situated

Insurance for Domestic Help and Other Workers in Your Home

Whether you rent or own in Mexico, third-party coverage can mitigate the cost of accidents and liability when a housekeeper or others are working in your home

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

Hiring Housekeepers & Other Domestic Helpers in Mexico

Finding house keepers and other domestic helpers in Mexico, how they work, and responsibilities that come with having domestic helpers working at your home

Keeping Your Mexican Home Warm During the Colder Months

If your Mexican home is situated in a desert area or elevated region inland you might need to use some heating during the colder autumn and winter months