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Imagine having a private cenote in your background. Seems pretty far-fetched, right? Well, it is a reality in this gorgeous Playa del Carmen penthouse within the gated community of Playacar. This community enjoys high-end amenities and brushes against the calming blue waters of the Caribbean. In fact, you enjoy direct … [Read more...] about Condo of the Week: Penthouse with Private Cenote
When you are ready to sell your home, you want to make sure you're getting the best market value for it. It's not easy to just put it out on the market and expect offers to flood in. The end goal to pricing your house is to reel in offers that are either at or above value. Through this process you and your real estate … [Read more...] about Pricing Your House Right When Selling
Any homeowner in Mexico can tell you that paying bills can be confusing. These tasks can be daunting and sometimes confusing, especially when it comes to basic utilities. Bills for water, gas and electricity (known as CFE in Mexico) are often changing. If you own a home in Mexico that you also live in primarily, you … [Read more...] about Understanding Your Electricity Bill (CFE) in Mexico
Fourth of July is just around the corner and, given the great American expat community in Playa del Carmen, there is no doubt party will ensue in the city. Living in the city away from friends and family is no excuse to skip the holiday celebrations. Playa del Carmen is home to many people from the United States. … [Read more...] about Where to Celebrate 4th of July in Playa del Carmen
Who wouldn’t want to sleep in a room that combines an eclectic riot of color with a sense of warmth and calm? Mexican style offers just that – a fabulous fusion of Spanish European architecture and native tribal culture. This results in some of the world’s most stunning and colorful art and décor. If you like … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Vibrant Mexican Bedroom
When you start planning purchasing a home abroad in Mexico, whether it is for vacationing or retiring, the biggest setback is being far away and not seeing the properties in person. Buyers must always experience their potential homes in person to really see them in detail and decide if they are the right fit for them. … [Read more...] about Live It Tour: Your Best Option for Seeing Real Estate in Mexico
Authorities define title insurance as an indemnity insurance. It protects the owner (mortgage lien holder) from any financial loss caused by defects in a property’s title and/or claims against the new owner(s). Buyers purchase Mexican title insurance to protect not only themselves but the lender or trustee's interest … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About Title Insurance in Mexico
During the economic downturn, house prices in Mexico fell by 20%. This meant new homeowners in the country could buy larger homes and have spare cash to invest in a pool. There are currently 18.9 million individuals who live in a property with a swimming pool, hot tub or spa throughout the United States. With 74% of … [Read more...] about Building Your New Home with Your Own Pool in Mexico
