Are interested in any of the following?

• Golf Course Living
• A Home Near the Beach
• Life on a Resort
• Excellent Home Investment
• Owning a Custom Home in Paradise

If so, you will be interested in the interview we had here at TOPMexicoRealEstate with the architect for Riviera Homes, a new development of luxury homes near Tulum, and one of the most exciting opportunities in Bahia Principe real estate.

In this video, several key points include:

• The homes are on a beautiful golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones II
• The design of the homes can be modified for the needs of each buyer
• The home design allows for easy and elegant future expansion and modification
• The beach is a short golf cart ride away – these are some of the most beautiful beaches to be found in the world

Resort real estate has proven to be an excellent investment in the Playa del Carmen – Tulum area, and the exclusive golf course location of these homes is very promising for future value.

A rendering of what a beautiful home at Bahia Principe could look like

Watch the video for yourself and visit our Bahia Principe real estate page for more details!

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I was invited out to visit a new condo project in the Tulum real estate region last week that are being marketed for less than $150,000.   The property is located inside the Bahia Principe real estate grounds, a gated community that has a golf course with club house and beach area.  I have been driving by this incredible entrance for many months and just have not had the time to stop in to see the progress.  Amazing!

This is a Trent Jones designed golf course and you definitely need to see the video below to get a better idea of the beauty of these surroundings.   At the end of the video, check out the 12 coatis running across the golf cart road to the beach.  Imagine living in this golf course community where you can jump in your golf cart to ride down for an afternoon on the Caribbean beaches!  Now that’s what I call  NICE.

Have you been to the beaches in southern Riviera Maya?    one word     wow.

Thomas Lloyd graduated from Purdue University Krannert School of Management with a degree in Management/Financial Option Investments. He has been living, investing, and working professionally in Mexico for over 15 years. In the summer of 2009, he received the first federally applied Mexico Real Estate Degree and Mexico Professional Real Estate License S.E.P. #5978657. He is the current president of TOPmexicorealestate, you can contact him at (512) 879-6546

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Here is a great price reduction in Playa del Carmen Real Estate territory. This is a spacious 3 bedroom villa that is found in the gated golf community of Playacar, in a fantastic location: It is within a very easy walk to access the downtown Playa shopping area where you will find the famous 5th Ave.  This Mexico real estate property is just a very easy walk to get to the beautiful Caribbean beaches as you will see in the video below.

It was priced at $415,000 and now reduced to $385,000 for quick sale. It comes fully furnished and ready to rent out or start using as 2nd home!

See the listing here for more information on this Playa del Carmen house for sale.

Contact us now for further details or better yet, come on down and have a peak for yourself!

Andy Welbourne
512-879-6546
www.TOPmexicorealestate.com
THE TOP Mexico Real Estate NETWORK; “Mexico’s leading specialists for finding and purchasing Mexican properties safely !”

It sure was, but not in the way you’re picturing it.

We had finished showing a nice Mexico golf course real estate to a nice couple from Italy a few days ago and were on the way out the door when Trish stepped down onto a loose doormat.  It went out from under her and down she went, breaking her ankle in two places.

Everyone was enormously helpful.  A (bikini clad) resident heard the commotion and hustled upstairs with ice in a plastic bag.  Our prospect’s husband helped me oh-so slowly get Trish downstairs and out to the car and we sped off to the local privately owned hospital – “Hospiten” – here, very closely to our Playacar real estate area.  She received excellent and speedy emergency room treatment; an x ray confirmed her self diagnosis, an orthopedic surgeon showed her the breaks on the film and told her the good news…no surgery.  He wrapped her in a foot to knee “waterproof” cast (OK to shower, OK to swim in the pool), gave her a pair of crutches and sent us on our way.

Quality of care?  Wonderful.  Total time in the hospital?  Less than two hours.  Total cost for everything?  Less than $500.00.  That’s right, the decimal is where it belongs, and it’s not a co-pay.  That was our total cost.  Imagine if we were back in Miami!

Trish is feeling better, and Bob is busy re-learning old housekeeping skills while she issues directives from the couch.  But the phones are within easy reach, the computers both work fine and we’d still love to help you find that perfect place in the Playacar real estate market or an ideal retirement get away.

Just give us a call or e-mail.  We’ll even help get you a good “break” on the price!

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

Remember Ron Popeil?  He’s the legendary inventor and direct marketing proponent (still going strong at 75) who invented the Showtime Rotisserie and sold it on half hour late night infomercials.  He’d jam a rib roast onto a set of revolving skewers, lock it into the gizmo and the studio audience would join him in shouting “set it and forget it”, each audience member transfixed with a goofy, trance-like grin as the roast began its revolutions.

Fun memories, but Popeil was a marketing genius who invented all sorts of stuff (remember the aerosol can remedy for male baldness?) and sold his company for $55 million dollars.  And it occurred to us recently that “set it and forget it” is a great way to think about investing in potential retirement real estate in Playa del Carmen in the Mexican Riviera.

Say you’re looking to retire in 5 or10 years, but are thinking about investing now, while inventories are plentiful, prices attractive and interest rates inviting. There are two terrific ways to do this and at the same time realize an above average annual return on your investment here in our Mexico real estate market:

• Purchase a property in a “condo hotel”.  Almost all of them have in-house rental programs that manage your property, book rentals, handle post-rental clean ups and maintenance and generally keep track of everything for you.  Most programs allow you generous personal usage of your property, usually around 8 weeks annually.  Some even guarantee a specific return on your investment over the first few years.
• Purchase a Playa del Carmen condo for sale within a development and hire a local independent property management company to handle this function for you.  There are some excellent, absolutely reliable folks down here that do this and, in truth, a few that aren’t quite so reliable. We know who they are, on both sides of the equation, and we’re able to recommend the good ones unhesitatingly.

So what better way to begin planning your Mexico retirement dream home now?  Especially with year round occupancy rates hovering around 75-80%?  Let us help you find the perfect spot (on the beach, on a Mexico golf course real estate, downtown near Play del Carmen’s famous Fifth Avenue) and then just “set it and forget it” as your property provides steady profitable income for years and appreciates in value, all the while enabling you and your family to enjoy it when you want to.

Want to learn more?  See our Videos on retiring, golf courses in Mexico and property options by

CLICKING HERE.

Imagine your very own perfect kitchen in paradise, with a brand new Veg-O-Matic slicer sitting on the counter!

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

I’m always amazed when our friends and family in the U.S. ask us what we do in Mexico about health care.  Most assume that we return to the States every time we need a medical check-up or dental exam.  In fact, it’s quite the contrary.  We find the medical and dental care in our Playa del Carmen real estate region to be state of the art, and at prices that are considerably below our insurance deductibles for the same services in the US.  The facilities we choose to use in Playa del Carmen are private facilities, although public facilities are available at a much lower cost.

The second time I went to see my doctor, when we entered her office she came around from her desk and gave me and Bob each a big hug and a warm hello.  After inviting us to sit down, she pulled my medical records up on her desk computer and began to ask us a few questions.  First, how am I feeling and have we had any interesting recent trips or experiences.  In other words, how is my life?  I answered and then asked her about her family, and she shared with us a bit of who she is outside the white lab coat.  She then invited me in for my exam.  Before each step she told me what she was going to do, and why she does this.  She shared her findings with me, and invited me  to  hear for myself the beat of my heart, or see for myself the ultrasound (just routine since I have a family history) while she pointed out what I was looking at and what it meant.  Then she came back to her desk where she completed the report of her findings – now available for me to take with me – and asked that I come in the next day so that they can get a fasting blood sample.  At that point, she gave us her personal cell phone number to call should either of us have any questions that may have slipped our mind.  She stepped around the desk and it’s hugs and kisses good-bye until she gets my lab work.  Total time 45 minutes, most of that spent with my physician one-on-one.

The next morning the lab attendant was ready for me when I walked in.  No pain, these folks know exactly what they are doing every step of the way.  Ten minutes from arrival, I am on my way out when we ran into my good doctor, who insisted that we come to see her new baby.  Again, hugs and kisses are exchanged, and I am left with the feeling that I have a good friend who is looking out for my best health, and not just someone who sees me simply as a lab specimen, an 8 minute exam and subsequent billing.  My lab report was ready the same afternoon at 4 pm, and a copy was provided me as well as entered into the computer for my physician.

A day or so later I had my next appointment (set up for my convenience) and again we have my physician’s warm greetings and full attention for 30 minutes as she went over all aspects of the blood work.  Her diagnosis and recommendations – I’m in good shape, keep taking care of myself, and go back to having fun playing and selling more Mexico golf real estate!

And what is the cost for this care?  About $100 US for all my doctor’s time and lab work.  Oh, the personal caring and the respect for me and my family – That’s on the house!

Find out how the US compares in medical expenses to our Mexico real estate region as well as other countries.  The average life expectancy is also reviewed and you can see this original article by clicking to the Wall Street Journal’s report in the April 9, 2011 edition.

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

In this video, Bob and Trish give a tour of a condo representing an excellent Mexico golf course real estate option.  This new condo is the latest Playa del Carmen real estate property that is being promoted by the TOP Mexico real estate network.   The condo is located right on the Playacar golf course, with beautiful bay windows over looking the fairway.  And, as a real benefit for those interested in renting out – what a location! – it’s right across the road from the Beach club.   But, the best way to see what it looks like is by watching the video tour below.

See specific details by clicking here – Playa del Carmen Listings

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

Bob Hyde and Trish Youngstrum are the newest members of the TOPMexicoRealEstate team, with a special focus on Mexico golf course real estate. They are also American retirees who have chosen to leave South Florida to enjoy a Mexico retirement on the beautiful beachfront of Playa del Carmen. For this reason they can comment on the advantages of Playa del Carmen real estate and Mexico in general over one of the favorite retirement destinations within the U.S. Generally, they are an excellent resource for sharing the benefits that owning Playa del Carmen property and living here offers. This is the second part of an interview with them (see Part 1).

Trish and Bob playing golf in Playacar.

TMRE: What is a retirement in Playa del Carmen like for an American?

Trish and Bob: The best way to describe it is that you can get involved in all manner of activities or, if you’d prefer, do simply nothing but hang out at the beach or pool.

TMRE: What kind of activities are there?

Trish and Bob: Where to begin? Book clubs, wine clubs, exercise groups, yoga, golf (more on that later, too), tennis, water sports, informal luncheon and cocktail hour gatherings, charity and community involvement, (the Rotary Club in Playa is very active) wonderful restaurants ranging from sidewalk taco vendors to world class cuisine…and we’d be remiss if we forgot to mention Playa’s wonderful beach bars!

TMRE: Are there many American or Canadian retirees here?

Trish and Bob: Yes, and we’ve made lots of good friends from both countries, and from Europe and South America, too.

TMRE: What is golf like in Playa del Carmen?

TMRE: Are the courses good?

Trish and Bob: No, they’re great! Beautiful courses by world class designers (Nicklaus, Norman, Dye) that are beautifully maintained.

TMRE: How many are there?

Trish and Bob: There’s one course in “downtown” PdC, at Playacar Phase 2, and six additional courses within easy reach. El Camaleon at Mayakoba is the site of Mexico’s only PGA tour event, the recently completed Mayakoba Classic, and Nick Price’s Grand Coral is our newest course. And there’s more coming.

There’s also an excellent course on Cozumel, a forty minute ferry ride from Playa. It’s fun to see folks walking to the ferry with golf bags slung over their shoulders!

TMRE: Do many people play golf?

Trish and Bob: Yes, but never so many that you can’t get a tee time.

TMRE: Could a golf fanatic choose Playa del Carmen for this reason?

Trish and Bob: You bet…and in the summer, get out early, finish before lunch and then grab a siesta out of the sun. There are also excellent Playa del Carmen condos for sale in golf course communities.

TMRE: How easy is it to get back home? Is it expensive?

Trish and Bob: In our case it’s ridiculously easy, an hour and fifteen minute hop from Cancun’s beautiful modern airport (45 minutes door to door, with easy and convenient parking) to MIA or FTL. And JetBlue and Spirit Air make it easy on the wallet, too.

TMRE: Does your family – kids or grandkids – visit? What can you do with them?

Trish and Bob: Not yet, but when they do there’s the beach and the pool, of course, but lots of environmentally themed water / adventure parks nearby (Xcaret, Xel Ha, Wet N Wild), too. Kids will enjoy the dolphin show at nearby Puerto Aventuras, and when all else fails there’s – you guessed it – McDonald’s, Burger King, Haagen Dazs , Dairy Queen etc. etc. etc….all the familiar logos and comfort food from back home.

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde with Professional Golfer Nick Price

Bob Hyde and Trish Youngstrum are the newest members of the TOPMexicoRealEstate team, with a special focus on Mexico golf course real estate. They are also American retirees who have chosen to leave South Florida to enjoy a Playa del Carmen retirement. For this reason they can comment on the advantages of retiring in Playa del Carmen and Mexico in general over one of the favorite retirement destinations within the U.S., and, generally, the benefits that Playa del Carmen offers.

TMRE: Very generally, how would describe your experience being retired in Mexico?

Trish and Bob: We love it! Mexico’s lower cost of living makes possible a retirement lifestyle – in our case right on the Caribbean – that we simply couldn’t enjoy in the US.

TMRE: What first made you interested in living in Mexico?

Trish and Bob: We have a good friend who has traveled extensively in Mexico, loves the country, and decided to make Playa del Carmen his retirement home. He urged us to check it out. We did, and moved here three months later.

TMRE: How would you compare living in Mexico to living in Florida?

Trish and Bob: Florida is a big and diverse place, but we can certainly make comparisons to Miami and Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Two big things…it’s much less expensive and much safer (yes, safer – more on that later) here in Playa del Carmen than in south Florida.

TMRE: How can you compare Playa del Carmen real estate costs to Florida?

Trish and Bob: While the south Florida real estate market seems to have bottomed out and there are still “fire sale” deals available, sales price should not be the only consideration. Fees and property taxes on Playa del Carmen condos for sale are as a rule 90 % less than what you would pay in South Florida. That’s a significant savings over the course of ownership. Here there’s lots of inventory – and lots more on the way – and some really great opportunities to find retirement, second home and investment property bargains.

TMRE: Do you still live in Florida part of the time? Why or why not?

Trish and Bob: No, we like it too much here! We lived a “big city” life in Miami, on the 41^st floor of a downtown condo that overlooks American Airlines Arena, the Arscht Center and the cruise ship port. It was a very nice lifestyle, but we enjoy Playa so much more!

TMRE: How would you compare safety?

Trish and Bob: We feel perfectly safe here, much more so than in Miami. There are simply none of the drug related safety issues that plague northern Mexico communities here in Playa. There is a large but non intrusive police presence throughout the community and on the Federal Highway 307 that connects us to the rest of Mexico.

Continued in Part II

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

The first time Bob met hall of fame golfer Nick Price was during the 1993 U.S. Open at Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, N. J.  It was the result of a brief introduction following a practice round, and it lasted perhaps ten seconds.  “Nice to meet you, Nick…nice to meet you, Bob”… end of story.

Yesterday, Bob met Price for the second time, during ceremonies at the opening of Price’s new golf course that will be the focal point to the new Playa del Carmen Condos for sale at Grand Coral,  scheduled to be completed in 2012.  Standing next to Price during a photo-op Bob said “nice to see you again, Nick, you may recall we met during the ’93 Open at Baltusrol”.  For a split second Nick’s face said this guy can’t be serious, but then suddenly broke into Price’s famous grin and he said “absolutely, Bob, great to see you again…it’s been eighteen years…how’ve you been”?  This easily confirmed Price’s long standing reputation as a genuinely good guy, with a great sense of humor.

Shortly thereafter, the official opening was hosted in the spectacular new Club House by Quintana Roo Governor Felix Gonzalez Canto and the Director of Grupo Grand Coral, Jordy Mercer.  Following his remarks, the governor signaled for window coverings to be dramatically opened, revealing the panoramic view of the 18^th hole from the clubhouse that was greeted with cheers and applause.  Thus was revealed the completed third phase of the two billion dollar Grand Coral Riviera Maya resort and residential complex.

TOP Mexico Real Estate team with Grand Coral Sales Director

Currently under construction adjacent to the first and second holes of the golf course, these Playa del Carmen properties called the Nick Price Residences will include 123 condominium units in three buildings.  Buyers  will enjoy all the facilities at the spectacular Grand Coral complex, including golf course membership, access to the club house and pool, and to the right-on-the-ocean Beach Club with its beach facilities, two swimming pools and restaurant and bar.

We’d love to send you more information about Nick Price Residences.  Don’t hesitate to contact us or any member of the Top Mexico Real Estate team, by phone or e-mail, and we’ll give you lots of information about pre-construction opportunities and anything else you’d like to know about this magnificent addition to the Riviera Maya lifestyle.

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

On Friday, March 18, CNN Money reported that the housing market in the US is continuing to lag, and especially in Florida where 18% of housing units sit vacant.  What’s more, in parts of the Florida gulf, that rate rises to 32% – almost 1 in 3 housing units remaining vacant.  And Monday, March 21, Reuters reports the National Association of Realtors findings that in February US housing hit a 9 year low, supporting the claims that the US housing has not yet hit bottom.  In fact, Moody’s housing market analyst, Celia Chen, predicts that prices will continue to fall for the next two years and it will be as long as 2030 before there is a full recovery in the US housing market.   Reuters quotes Ingo Winzer, housing market analyst and founder of Local Market Monitor as saying, “If you’re buying in Florida for retirement, maybe you should buy next year when prices will be near the bottom. If you’re buying [Florida real estate] for investment — don’t.”

So where to buy real estate for investment AND for retirement?  Many US, Canadian and European residents are choosing in Mexico and in the Playa del Carmen real estate region!  In fact, a great majority of current real estate sales here are to Americans, Canadians and Europeans.  Why?  Prices are low and ownership costs are pennies on the dollar compared to US properties.   Typical condominium fees run on average $150 to $300 a month, Homeowners Association Fees in some of the nicest areas are less than $200 a quarter, and property taxes run in the hundreds, not thousands of dollars as in the US.  Playa del Carmen real estate for sale is moving.

Playa del Carmen is a part of the Mayan Riviera on the Yucatan Peninsula, an area recognized for its natural beauty, and international flavor, and sits at the edge of the second largest barrier reef in the world, making it a diver’s paradise.

And there’s more, as we found when we first visited Playa del Carmen two years ago.  The beaches are fantastic with sand that doesn’t burn your feet and crystal clear tourquise water.  And even in the busy season, you can find plenty of space on the beach to stretch out your towel and enjoy the sun.  Temperatures here are warmer than Miami in the winter and cooler than Miami in the summer.  Golf courses abound, and at reasonable rates.  The people of Playa del Carmen are so friendly and helpful!  We, as well as our ex-pat friends, feel safer here than in the US.  Playa del Carmen also offers state of the art medical and dental care at a fraction of the cost in the US.  And our auto insurance premiums dropped from almost $6,000 a year in Miami to just under $300 a year when we moved here.

So, next time you are thinking of a vacation, come visit us in Playa del Carmen.  You may find yourselves moving here, just as we did less than three months from our first visit.  As Bob said last night while enjoying cocktails on our terrace and watching the sun set, “I never dreamed we could afford to live in such a beautiful place only a couple of blocks from the Caribbean.”

Who knows – Maybe you can, too!  Let us show you how.  Give us a call or send us an email.  We’re happy to share our new home town with you!

Authors Trish Youngstrum & Bob Hyde bring over 50 years’ combined sales experience in the United States, most recently in South Florida. Trish is one of the few Realtors in the US and Mexico to hold the professional designation of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and is a Certified Transnational Property Specialist working with agents and buyers of resort properties from the Americas and Europe. Trish and Bob moved to beautiful Playa del Carmen in 2009 where they now work with TOP Mexico Real Estate. For more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

There is more Mexico land for sale on golf communities as La Paz Adds its Second Golf Course:   The city waited 475 years for its first golf course to open at Paraiso del Mar, in 2009. In November of 2010 the Costa Baja golf course and club house were inaugurated. Participating in the opening were golf legend Gary Player and perennial number one ranked female golfer, Lorena Ochoa. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony Gary and Lorena conducted a driving range and bunker clinic. Later the two teed off for six holes in front of a large crowd.

This is Player’s first golf course in Latin America The winner of 163 tournaments, he has designed 300 courses spread over five continents.

” This one is really special, he said, nowhere else can you see the desert and the sea meet like this.”

The last tournament played by Ochoa was last May at Tres Marias in Morelia, Michoacan. She manages a successful golf school and sponsors a high school in her native Guadalajara. The Lorena Ochoa Invitational is held annually at the Guadalajara Country Club.

Costa Baja Resort and Marina is a Mexico real estate development that includes the 550 acre development situated on the Sea of Cortez, just north of La Paz, Baja California Sur. In other news from the resort, the former Hotel Fiesta Inn has been renovated, upgraded and opened as a Heritage Hotel.

Author John Glaab CIPS is a founding member of AMPI Los Cabos. A Certified International Property Specialist he is active in the National Association of Realtors® Global Business Alliances Group. John was recently appointed as a member of Amp’s International Relations Committee. for more information (512)-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

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Mexico’s president, Felipe Calderon talks in the interview below about the beautiful Mexico retirement communities and the great retirement option this Country could be for an ever increasing amount of Americans and Canadians.   The Mexican government is preparing for more and more of the 55+ north American population as they begin buying their second homes and as they plan to retire to Mexico.  President Calderon also addresses the crime issues which have been on many headlines during the past year.   He states that 2010 actually had over 20 million tourist visitors last year and they expect this to increase in 2011.  An interesting point which I will be writing another blog upon, is that quietly, the economy of Mexico has been growing steadily in the past years, creating a very strong base for a continued growth for the next decade.

Thomas Lloyd graduated from Purdue University Krannert School of Management with a degree in Management/Financial Option Investments. He has been living, investing, and working professionally in Mexico for over 15 years. In the summer of 2009, he received the first federally applied Mexico Real Estate Degree and Mexico Professional Real Estate License S.E.P. #5978657. He is the current president of TOPmexicorealestate, you can contact him at (512) 879-6546 or through the company’s web site www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

“Mexico’s Leading Network of Specialists for Finding and Purchasing Mexican Properties Safely!”

$385,000 BELOW BANK APPRAISAL

This newly listed beautiful large Playa del Carmen homes for sale is located in the prestigious Club Real community within the most popular gated residential neighborhood in Playa del Carmen, called Playacar.

That is over a 30% reduction and just today reduced by $100,000 to $790,000.

Playa del Carmen properties that have been reduced drastically are now being show cased in a simple to find web page called    TOP DEALS.  click here to learn more ( Mexico Real Estate Deals )

This modern 3 year old million dollar home is 390 square meters (4,000 square feet) and has 4 large bedrooms and 4 full baths.  The double living room leads out to a wrap-around swimming pool and jacuzzi with its tropically landscaped backyard.  The upscale island kitchen includes state-of-the-art appliances and eat-in breakfast bar.  Off the kitchen is the spacious pantry, the large laundry area and maid’s entrance.     CLICK HERE TO  SEE MORE PHOTOS AND VIDEO

Next to the beautiful entry area is the ground floor bedroom or possibly a nice den or computer room.  There is also a downstairs full bath.  The other 3 bedrooms are on the second floor.  The highlight of the 3 upstairs bedrooms is, of course, the large master suite with bath and glass enclosed shower.  All 3 baths are in-suite and spacious.  You will also appreciate the unusually large walk-in closets in each bedroom.

This seller is extremely motivated and anxious to sell.  The home includes hurricane shutters on all windows as well as an ADT security alarm system.  This represents a tremendous value per square foot/meter and is available fully furnished and tastefully decorated.

Doug Morgan

512-879-6546

www.TOPmexicorealestate.com

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With the wonderful Mexican Caribbean continuing to grow with a variety upscale Mexico condo hotels and residential complexes up and down the coast in the Cancun real estate market, one impressive location will continue to stand above the rest.

We have seen the success of Puerto Aventuras marina and golf course in the 1980’s and 90’s continue on to the next millennium with numerous projects and attractions.   We look forward to Puerto Cancun as another impressive centrally located marina and golf course with its 20 storey towers flanking a spectacular view of the Bay of Mujeres with the entrance to Cancun Hotel zone to the south of this growing upscale community.

Although not as well known or expansive, La Amada Residences Hotel and Marina in Playa Mujeres just north of  the Cancun real estate region is truly a secluded treasure that prides itself in being away from the crowd with pampered luxury.  Since the secluded location of¨Playa Mujeres will forever be a low density area, the pristine wide natural beaches just north of the few hotels in the area will continue to be a haven for individuals who are looking for solitude and privacy.  8km of beachfront in the Playa Mujeres Golf and Ecological area with another 10km farther north to the area of Isla Blanca and the northeast tip of the Yucatan Peninsula.

Playa Mujeres with its expansive area over 400 hectares of land including only a few hotels including La Amada Residences.  The Greg Norman signature golf course with its beautiful long fairways and meticulously maintained greens with its natural surrounding fauna nestled between the Caribbean sea and a tranquil laguna to the west.

This enticing atmosphere provides a peaceful surreal setting being only a 10 to 20 minute drive to downtown Cancun and the hotel zone with shopping, services, restaurants and activities.

The recently constructed marina in La Amada Residences is operated by the very experienced Excellence Group, from Spain well known for its numerous impressive hotel developments in the Caribbean and Europe.

This marina is designed to anchor large yachts up to at least 200′

with an on site Pemex fueling facility and Nautical repair needs with a large dry dock with technical assistance available.

Currently La Amada Residences and Marina are in negotiations with other exclusive marina facilities in the Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic and other Caribbean Island resorts to offer potential exchanges of services and accommodations to its exclusive owners.

So if this type of secluded environment in a tropical exclusive Mexican Caribbean setting appeals to you, then please contact me for further detailed information on pricing, yachting information and golfing activities.

John DeRotache, originally from Saint Louis MO., he has been living in Cancun, Mexico for over 16 years. John completed his University studies at St. Louis University in Missouri and their Campus in Madrid, Spain. With a diploma in real estate from a top Mexico University, John comes well prepared to find and help you with your Mexico real estate needs. MexicoRealEstate NETWORK “Mexico’s Leading Network of Specialists for Finding and Purchasing Mexican Properties Safely ! ” (512) 879-6546

Sitting at home, looking at the snow outside, what are you thinking of?  Cleaning the drive way?  Driving on slippery streets?  A game of golf?  Well, probably not for another few months, unless, of course, you’re thinking of heading south to the Yucatan Peninsula to live in Mexico for the winter.

Many Americans and Canadians have already decided to buy a Playa del Carmen home, enjoying life in this warm climate all year, or just for the winter.  For golf lovers, there couldn’t be a better choice.  Many homes are available in the area directly within gated golf course communities, where a game of golf is a part of day to day life.  Even for those who choose to buy in another kind of community, there are 8 professional golf courses in the area, including “El Cameleon” which is host to Latin America’s first PGA event.

Playa del Carmen is not alone on the Yucatan Peninsula; Cancun’s famous Hotel Zone, less than an hour north, is home to a handful of excellent courses as well.

Throughout the rest of the Peninsula there are a growing number of options as well.  Yucatan real estate also offers two excellent options.  They are located just off the highway heading north to the beachfront town of Progreso, less than 30 minutes away from Merida, the largest city, with a beautiful colonial downtown.  Merida is about 3 hours away from the Playa del Carmen / Cancun area.

Heading southwest across the Peninsula, the up-and-coming area of Campeche currently has one upscale golf course residents close to completion, and the golf course under construction.  A second golf course development is in planning stages on the highway to Merida.

So, what are you doing sitting around in the snowy north, waiting for the spring for your golf?

Mitch Keenan has been a Licensed Broker in the United States since the 1980s. He holds a GRI and a CRS from NAR (National Association of Realtors). With over ten years of living and working in the Yucatan real estate industry, Mitch brings American business ethics and Mexico business experience together to give buyers unparalleled service. 512-879-6546

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As the cold weather settles in once again for the winter, the dreams of having Playa del Carmen homes as a winter getaway starts creeping into the thoughts.  The warm ocean breezes, the white talky sands, the blue turquoise waters of the Riviera Maya are thoughts that came to mind to keep one warm when shoveling the snow off of the sidewalk in negative 0 weather.

So take a look at this Mexico home.  Check out the unique palapa roof famous in Quintana Roo, Mexico.   Look at the thick jungle back yard and wonderful jacuzzi.

Maybe you can picture your self, with your family, here in this wonderful home in Playa del Carmen.
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How do you imagine life in Cancun?  If you choose to live in Mexico for your retirement, or otherwise, you may actually be surprised how you spend your time.  Usually we focus on the beaches, the theme parks, archaeological sight seeing, etc.  While the beaches are always close by (and you’ll probably make your way down quite frequently), the other activities won’t be points that define your day to day life, (although you WILL enjoy them on occassion.)

What will day to day life be like?  Maybe you’ll enjoy breakfast on your balcony overlooking the ocean, or maybe you’ll prefer to relax inside, reading the paper or watching the news (in English, of course.)  Afterwards maybe you’ll take a walk down the beach, stop and chat with some of the neighbors, or maybe a drive downtown (in car or taxi – taxi’s are cheap here) to Starbucks or a local cafe to enjoy a good morning coffee – again you’ll find some of the regular expats there.

If you like shopping you might take a trip to one of many shopping centers in the city, where you can find a fairly good combination of stuff from back home, and high-quality goods from Mexico; high-quality Mexican shoes can be found for reasonable prices; if you need a larger size, however, there are only a hand full of stores that carry them!

If you play golf, you might take advantage of the cooler mornings to enjoy a game – there are many good courses in the area.  Maybe a walk in one of the city parks will be your cup of tea.

Besides finding your friends in many of your favorite places every day, you will have many ways to get together with other expats; social clubs exist, and there are many local bars frequented by retirees from the U.S. or Canada.  You could enjoy a snack of seafood in a restaurant with a thatched roof, overlooking the beach, or in a sports bar with pool tables.  Many expats come to Mexico for the same reason as you – relaxation.  Finding people with time will never be a problem.

In the evening maybe another walk on the beach, or relaxing on some lawn chairs having a few drinks with the neighbors.

While some aspects look similar to retirement back home, the fact that retirees come here for relaxation, and Mexico is a laid-back culture will mean that in general, everything is just more easy-going.

Another huge point is that it’s cheaper – everything from Cancun real estate, to the drinks you’ll be enjoying cost considerably less than in the U.S. or Canada.  Healthcare, also much less expensive, is available at top-quality.

Of course, the Mayan ruins, the ecological theme parks, the nearby colonial cities are also plus; while you won’t be there every day, you will want to make excursions now and then – and you won’t have to go half way around the world to find beautiful little bits of ancient history and culture!

Consider Cancun real estate for retirement – you won’t regret choosing the relaxation of day to day life on the beachfront!

John DeRotache, originally from Saint Louis MO., he has been living in Cancun, Mexico for over 16 years. John completed his University studies at St. Louis University in Missouri and their Campus in Madrid, Spain. With a diploma in real estate from a top Mexico University, John comes well prepared to find and help you with your Mexico real estate needs. MexicoRealEstate NETWORK “Mexico’s Leading Network of Specialists for Finding and Purchasing Mexican Properties Safely ! ” (512) 879-6546

Hola Amigos!

Fall is here in the Puerto Vallarta real estate region.  The skies are clear and blue, day time temperatures are in the high 80’s, night time breeze cools it down to low 70’s.

Enjoy beautiful views of the gorgeous fairway and mountain backdrop from this spacious Puerto Vallarta Condo Penthouse inside prestigious El Tigre golf club in Nuevo.

Perfect for the active lifestyle, this beautiful home includes a membership to the state-of-the-art sports complex, beach club fronting 7 miles of sandy beach, and luxurious spa.  A super motivated seller is looking for offers, and somebody is going to get a great deal, I hope it is you.  Come visit me in Puerto Vallarta, and I will show you how to live the “buena vida”.

Mike

Do you have a question about the Puerto Vallarta Real Estate market? Just ask!
Michael Green moved to Puerto Vallarta to take advantage of the unsurpassed lifestyle PV offers. Today, with over 12 years of experience, Mr. Green is one of the most recognized brokers in Vallarta. TOP Mexico Real Estate “Mexico’s Leading Network of Specialists for Finding and Purchasing Mexican Properties Safely!”

What do real estate investment and a Mexican retirement lifestyle have in common?  Most people can guess that a good real estate investment strategy could lead to an early retirement in Mexico, but what is sometimes less obvious is that enjoying a retirement lifestyle in Mexico can also become an excellent property investment.

mexico retirement communityLa Escondida, a Mexican retirement community in Playa del Carmen also ideal for families and young investors, demonstrates the point well.  If you are a retiree, anyone else ready to enjoy the relaxation of a retirement lifestyle, and you will be living only part of the year in Mexico, some unique features of this boutique resort will allow to generate an income while you’re not using your property.

Very competitive property prices and accessible condominium fees (compared not only to resorts, but to most condo developments) allow you as a property owner to rent out your property at a rate attractive for small groups of vacationers looking for an more affordable, and more comfortable, alternative to a hotel (they will be renting entire homes or condos, giving them more personal space.)

An optional rental service, which includes promotion and management, as well as an on-line rental portal gives you control over your income while you’re away, with the peace of mind of having leading professionals promote your property.  A study of rates in the area and competitiveness of this development suggest that with 30 days of rental you will have covered expenses and will be enjoying an annual profit.

What else will prompt vacationers to rent your Mexico condo or home?  The same things that will attract you to buying the property to enjoy for your retirement or vacations in the first place.  On one hand, there are many services offered within the community, ranging from putting greens to a fitness center, or chef services.  Within walking distance is also a mall with a theater that plays movies in English.

On the other hand, there is a set of services designed specifically to help you or your renting vacationers to enjoy the many, many things to do surrounding area.  A concierge can make suggestions, bookings, and review schedules and costs.  A eco-friendly transportation service can take you to your destination.  An on-site tour company can arrange and carry out the whole trip for you.  There is a service to drop you and your luggage off at your front door, meaning no hauling bags.  (The community is car-free, and those who own cars can park them in a shaded parking area within the security gate.)

This combination of services is unique within Playa del Carmen real estate to date, and will provide you with an edge over others offering vacation rental properties.  Because of the low prices, the rentals will be targeting a market area which has very little competition from large resorts, small hotels or even condo rentals.

Do you want your retirement or vacation property to be a convenient and profitable investment?  Consider La Esconida.

Thomas Lloyd graduated from Purdue University Krannert School of Management with a degree in Management/Financial Option Investments. He has been living, investing, and working professionally in Mexico for over 15 years. In the summer of 2009, he received the first federally applied Mexico Real Estate Degree and Mexico Professional Real Estate License S.E.P. #5978657. He is the current president of TOPmexicorealestate, you can contact him at (512) 879-6546 or through the company’s web site www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK

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