Key Things to Know About Buying & Owning a Home in Mexico
Key matters to take into consideration as you contemplate the search, purchase, and ongoing management of a residential property in Mexico
Real Estate in Mexico
Articles and guides with local knowledge and contacts to help you buy, sell, rent, own, and manage your residential property in Mexico
Articles and guides with local knowledge and contacts to help you buy, sell, rent, own, and manage your residential property in Mexico
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
The Hidden Liabilities in Your Mexican Home
Often overlooked, third party liabilities related to your Mexican property can be mitigated with adequate insurance cover
Legal Matters: Finding a Notary Public in Mexico
The Notary Public undertakes an important legal role in Mexico, and is your most important contact for property transactions and other legal matters
Make Sure You Know Who’s Renting Your Mexican Home
A Mexican law empowers authorities to seize your home if it’s suspected that the property was obtained illicitly or if it’s being used for illegal activities
Preparing Your Mexican Home for Earthquakes
It's prudent to take time and review the composition of your habitat and living spaces to mitigate the risk of damage and injury during an earthquake
Estate Planning When You’re Living in Mexico
By making adequate plans for the inevitable, your assets will be administered according to your wishes and your interests will be better served
Fractional Ownership of Residential Property in Mexico
Mexican law provides a legally secure way for buyers and investors to purchase a residential property through a shared ownership arrangement
Choices Faced by Home Owners Across the Generations
Aging provincial homes in Mexico are charming, and offer dilemmas, opportunities, challenges —and lessons— for present and future owners
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
Routes & Options for Financing a Property Purchase in Mexico
Most house purchases in Mexico are not settled using borrowed money, although options are now available to those who need —or want— to finance the purchase
