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
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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
The Beauty and Benefits of Choosing Playa del Carmen for your Home in Mexico
When you are scrolling through different real estate options in the Riviera Maya you will likely look into Cancun, Tulum, Puerto Adventuras and Playa del Carmen; all of which are beautiful places to live and retire. But today I want to point out some of the great benefits of choosing to buy a home in Playa del … [Read more...] about The Beauty and Benefits of Choosing Playa del Carmen for your Home in Mexico
Is living in Playacar much safer than Playa del Carmen downtown?
 Playa del Carmen has a nice balance between downtown small city living and quiet residential neighborhoods. Playa car is one of the most well-known, gated community choices in Playa del Carmen real estate. This quiet, Beverly Hills like, section has been around for a while and is also the most seen since it is … [Read more...] about Is living in Playacar much safer than Playa del Carmen downtown?
That Beachfront Village in Yucatan that (Almost) No One Knows About
I've written about Progreso before. Yesterday I was just thinking about this town, and today I want to take the time to highlight this village again. Progreso is a little beachfront town located just north of Merida – it's about 30 minutes or less, depending on which part of Merida you're coming from. First of … [Read more...] about That Beachfront Village in Yucatan that (Almost) No One Knows About
Living in Cancun – A Home in Paradise for You and the Turtles!
When people think of Cancun real estate, the first thing that comes to mind is high-rise condos on the beach, along with malls, large international stores, etc. Ecology is not usually one of the first things that comes to mind. Yet, it's important to note that caring for the environment and being responsible with … [Read more...] about Living in Cancun – A Home in Paradise for You and the Turtles!
Living the Good Life in the New Colosio
A while back we have made mention of the improvements that were started to be made in the Colosio neighborhood and their benefits for anyone living in this section of Playa del Carmen. and today we are happy to report that the work they “intended†to do has been done! With the very cute, clean and completely … [Read more...] about Living the Good Life in the New Colosio
Playa del Carmen – Another Boost for Real Estate with Beach Recovery and 10th Ave
According to the Hotel Association of the Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen is about to see 2 more projects take significant steps forward: The recovery of 2 km (1.25 miles approx.) of beaches The completion of the new image for 10th Ave Both are good for real estate in the area, lending strength to the … [Read more...] about Playa del Carmen – Another Boost for Real Estate with Beach Recovery and 10th Ave