Tips for Securing Your Home & Personal Property in Mexico
How cultivating local community contacts and reviewing the physical security for your property mitigates risks of burglary and intrusion at your home in Mexico
Mexico Home Life
Local knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help you create and settle-in well to your home living spaces in Mexico
Local knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help you create and settle-in well to your home living spaces in Mexico
El Aguinaldo: The Christmas Bonus in Mexico
Workers in Mexico look forward to their annual Christmas bonus payment, known as 'el Aguinaldo,' that is paid before December 20th each year
Approaches & Inspiration for Retirement Lifestyles in Mexico
Learn about common approaches to retirement in Mexico, and get some inspiration by discovering lifestyles and pastimes retirees in Mexico come here to enjoy
Finding & Managing a Long Term Property Rental in Mexico
Renting a home is popular in Mexico, and this article walks you through the procedures involved in finding, leasing, and living in a rental property here
Managing the Gas Supply at Your Home in Mexico
Learn about the three ways that domestic gas is supplied to homes across Mexico, how it's sold, and tips for managing your gas-fired appliances
Guide to Social Etiquette and Local Customs in Mexico
Comprehensive guide to navigate Mexico's social etiquette. Get acquainted with social graces and avoid making unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders
Preparing for Christmas and New Year in Mexico
December is one of the busiest travel months of the year in Mexico, so forward planning makes good sense to make the most of the holiday season here
Learning to Live Well in Mexico Without Owning a Car
Some foreign residents live well in Mexico without owning a car. Whether you can depends on your lifestyle situations and your personal priorities
Dealing with Electricity Power Cuts in Mexico
Local power cuts are a regular feature in Mexico, especially during thunderstorms and wind storms. Some forward planning can help to mitigate potential problems
Legal Title vs Possession of Mexican Property
Some property transfers in Mexico offer possession but not legal title; this article explains the practicalities of buying and selling untitled land
Total Cost of Property Ownership in Mexico
When buying a home in Mexico, up-front costs will vary depending on the circumstances, although the ongoing costs of home ownership are affordable
On Importing Pets and Other Animals to Mexico
Mexico has specific rules and procedures for the import of animals, including domestic pets, whether you are visiting Mexico or staying for a longer term
