Today we look at Escrow services and how they help buyers purchase property safely and securely. In order to get a better understanding of how escrows work I spoke with Ivan Castillo, a Mexico Real Estate Attorney who is currently the Regional Manager for Stewart Title – Latin America Division in Mexico. Stewart … [Read more...] about What Are Escrow Services?
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Canadians Living in Mexico: Facts About Buying a Property
Our last post covered some of the benefits of retiring or being a snowbird in Mexico. Hot weather, beautiful beaches and a vibrant culture and history, are among the main attractions for people looking to retire in this beautiful country. When planning to move, some of the most frequently asked questions have to … [Read more...] about Canadians Living in Mexico: Facts About Buying a Property
Quadra Alea Condos, Playa del Carmen – Video Testimonial from 2 Very Happy Residents!
When it comes to letting you know what it's like to buy real estate in Mexico, I always like to say that what our clients say is worth a good deal for you as you consider this very important decision. Just a couple of weeks ago, Bob and Cathy, two clients of mine (now friends, as Cathy points out in the … [Read more...] about Quadra Alea Condos, Playa del Carmen – Video Testimonial from 2 Very Happy Residents!
Mexico Real Estate Purchasing Process – Understanding Exchange Rates and Transfers
After the process of searching and finding your dream property in Mexico, there can be several steps and even "hurdles" to get over before the transaction is complete and you become the proud owner of Mexico real estate. Here at TOPMexicoRealEstate, we work to make buyers aware of these processes, the turns they can … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate Purchasing Process – Understanding Exchange Rates and Transfers
Mexico Real Estate Closing Advice and Role of the Closing Agent
Every transfer of Mexico real estate property MUST, by law, be made before a Mexican notary public. The Mexican notary public is required to have a degree in law. He must have a minimum of five years of legal practice, pass a rigorous examination and then be appointed by the governor of the state in which he/she … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate Closing Advice and Role of the Closing Agent
Should I give the seller money to hold my Puerto Vallarta beachfront condo?
No way Jose! No matter if you are buying a Puerto Vallarta beachfront condo, a home in Mexico, or whatever type of property. Don't leave money with the seller. We have an old saying in our Puerto Vallarta real estate office, it is: “Don’t leave your brains at the border!†Now Joe, if you were going to buy … [Read more...] about Should I give the seller money to hold my Puerto Vallarta beachfront condo?
Mexico Earnest Money; Would You Give Thousands of Dollars to a Stranger in Another Country
Find out how to protect your good faith deposit and Mexico Earnest Money. Your ready to buy your piece of paradise, but handing money over to someone you don t know in a foreign country is a scary proposition. So how do you protect yourself from a fraudulent situation read: FAQ Purchasing property in the Cancun … [Read more...] about Mexico Earnest Money; Would You Give Thousands of Dollars to a Stranger in Another Country
Yucatan Real Estate Expert; Mitch Keenan
Yucat n has been the attention of many international real estate investor in recent years With the many Haciendas, the old colonial architecture, and the increasing amounts of non-Mexican buyers, where can people begin their process into buying property here in paradise We asked Mitch Keenan, a Yucatan Real Estate … [Read more...] about Yucatan Real Estate Expert; Mitch Keenan