Would you believe it if I told you that you could get a downtown penthouse condo in Playa del Carmen for less than $170,000 USD? Well, here we have just that! Take a look at the description for this property: The location of this brand new development is just great: two blocks from the beginning of the 5th … [Read more...] about A Penthouse Downtown Playa for under $170,000 USD?
Living and Retirement
Happy Canada Day!
To all our friends from the Great White North – Happy Canada Day! --- 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 16 years. In the summer of 2009, … [Read more...] about Happy Canada Day!
A Beachfront Villa in Playa del Carmen or a Hovel in Vancouver??
So, if you had a million dollars kicking around and you weren't sure what to do with it, what would you choose to buy? a)Â Â Â A dingy little home in Vancouver's sketchy east-end slum? b)Â Â Â A beachfront villa in Playa del Carmen? This is the question that Melissa Carr, blogger of TheThirtiesGrind.com and … [Read more...] about A Beachfront Villa in Playa del Carmen or a Hovel in Vancouver??
Mexico Real Estate Tip: Buy A Little Lower Than Your Budget
 When you're searching for your dream home in Playa del Carmen, or other parts of Mexico, it's easy to get very excited about the beautiful beachfront condo or colonial mansions you can now afford. But at the same time, it's good to keep this basic budgeting tip in mind:         Buy slightly under your … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate Tip: Buy A Little Lower Than Your Budget
Sunshine and Margaritas (and Real Estate) in September, Why Not?
While it is natural to want to get away to a warm destination during the colder months there are many great reasons to pack your bags and head to the Caribbean during the summer and early fall. And with the main perk being lower prices. It is a bit surprising to me that more people aren’t heading out here during … [Read more...] about Sunshine and Margaritas (and Real Estate) in September, Why Not?
There Are Only Five Units Left in Awa Condos – and a Special Promotion!
Just this week, we got some really exciting news – Awa Condos here in a beautiful gated community at the north end of Playa del Carmen has only 5 units left to be sold, and since the developer wants to get them sold off to tie up the project quickly, the are returning to pre-construction prices! Now the incredible … [Read more...] about There Are Only Five Units Left in Awa Condos – and a Special Promotion!
Spotlight Condo – This Amazing Studio is Steps away from Mamitas Beach
Here's a recent listing we've added that is worth drawing attention to – a condo steps away from Mamitas Beach at the north end of downtown Playa del Carmen. Basically, the only thing separating the condo from the beach is a swimming pool. Take a look at these pictures: Here's part of the property … [Read more...] about Spotlight Condo – This Amazing Studio is Steps away from Mamitas Beach
What’s Really Hurting Your Retirement Savings? Can Mexico Help??
 Here at Top Mexico, we're always telling you that living in Mexico can help you keep your retirement savings intact. Today, I want to stack this claim up against some hard facts. As you're about to see in the nice infographic below, the top expenses that are draining boomers' savings – student debts, health … [Read more...] about What’s Really Hurting Your Retirement Savings? Can Mexico Help??