Congratulations Northeast! Your states were ranked as being among the Top 10 priciest states to live in the United States. According to MSN Money and Kipling, Manhattan, Stamford and Boston shined bright when it comes to highest costs for real estate and general living expenses combined. So while you North … [Read more...] about Have the Snow and High Prices of the Northeastern States Gotten your Mind Headed South of the Border this Season? If not then here are Some Reasons why it Should!
Understanding AMPI – How do you know you are in the Right Hands with your Mexico Real Estate Agent?
Last week was an honorable moment for me as I was sworn in as Secretary of the Tulum Chapter of AMPI. We created a big buzz about it and brought the news to all of our social media and blog sites. But that got me thinking, how many people actually know what AMPI is and why it is crucial to work with an AMPI … [Read more...] about Understanding AMPI – How do you know you are in the Right Hands with your Mexico Real Estate Agent?
What Everyone Needs to Know about the Rejection of the Bank Trust Amendment – Interview with John Glabb
On Monday we brought you the news that the proposed amendment to the Bank Trust law in Mexico had officially been rejected Since then we got in touch with John Glabb, Vice President of International Marketing at The Settlement Company in Mexico, who was first to report the news to the media last week. John … [Read more...] about What Everyone Needs to Know about the Rejection of the Bank Trust Amendment – Interview with John Glabb
Amendment to Mexican Bank Trust Law Rejected on a Technicality
After last year’s seemingly promising announcement of the law amendment regarding the fideicomiso (Mexican Bank Trust), some Americans and other foreign buyers remained in wait and see mode before commiting to purchasing real estate in Mexico, hoping that the expected law change would come soon enough. While … [Read more...] about Amendment to Mexican Bank Trust Law Rejected on a Technicality
Uncle Sam is Still Watching you…Even in Mexico!
While it may be easy to let the days freely flow by while you are enjoying your permanent Mexican holiday, you should remember that yet again tax season has arrived in the United States. Some people feel some confusion on this topic, while living in Mexico, especially if they have established residency. But long … [Read more...] about Uncle Sam is Still Watching you…Even in Mexico!
Tulum – A 40 Minute Drive to a Million Miles Away!
I would like to end the week in a light way by sharing a story of a dear friend of mine about life in Tulum! In a light hearted way she gives real life expression about the beauty of Tulum and the desire to perhaps one day make it her home. Enjoy! “Every time I go to Tulum I get amazed in a different way. My … [Read more...] about Tulum – A 40 Minute Drive to a Million Miles Away!
Hiring a Property Management Company can be a Priceless Decision!
After you have purchased your beautiful Playa del Carmen condo in paradise there may be some time before you are planning to use it full time. In the meantime, renting out your vacation property in Playa del Carmen is a fantastic way to cover costs while you are not using your property. But how will you deal … [Read more...] about Hiring a Property Management Company can be a Priceless Decision!
Playa del Carmen – A Place to Fall in Love
What better way to kick off the season of love than by talking about a place so dear to my heart-Playa del Carmen! It was not just any old destination but a place that truly made me fall in love! With only one trip I knew this was the place I needed to be and that’s all it took! And that is why I have … [Read more...] about Playa del Carmen – A Place to Fall in Love