In 2011, Mexico made some changes to its visa system for any non-Mexicans, including Americans and Canadians, who wish to visit or live in the country. So far, these changes have been "in limbo" (a favorite status for government projects in Mexico); they were made law, but have not been put into force, since the … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate Owners and Buyers – Update On New Immigration Law – In Force November 12, 2012
Living in Mexico
Cozumel Real Estate – New Wildlife Reserve Means 75% of Island’s Area Is Protected
A new protected natural area on the Island of Cozumel is very exciting news on at least 2 fronts. One is that the new wildlife reserve will mean that 75% percent of the island's surface is protected; this is excellent news from an environmental side! This not only means that more wildlife and vegetation will be … [Read more...] about Cozumel Real Estate – New Wildlife Reserve Means 75% of Island’s Area Is Protected
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 – Enjoying Modern Conveniences & Comforts in an Old Country – Part II
[Continued from yesterday’s post, where I discussed airports and shopping; today I’ll look at a few other modern conveniences easily found by Mexico real estate owners.]  Good Hospitals Mexico has a history of good hospitals with a real dedication to patients, and doctors who actually take time to … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – Enjoying Modern Conveniences & Comforts in an Old Country – Part II
Mexico Real Estate – Enjoying Modern Conveniences & Comforts in an Old Country – Part I
When people consider buying Mexico real estate, at first they will probably think of the many stereotypes out there about Mexico – a drunk man with a pancho on, asleep, leaning back on a cactus with a bottle of tequila in his hand, a rebel carrying two pistols, wearing a large sombrero and a big smile on his face … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – Enjoying Modern Conveniences & Comforts in an Old Country – Part I
Mexico Real Estate – The Appeal of Culture Part 4: The Magical and Mundane
This is the fourth and final of a four-post series about the appeal of culture for buying Mexico real estate and living in this country. In yesterday’s post, I looked at food and drink. Today I will look at a few other discoveries expats might make along the way – some magical, some not-so-magical!  Magic … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – The Appeal of Culture Part 4: The Magical and Mundane
Mexico Real Estate – The Appeal of Culture Part 3: Food and Drink
This is the third of a four-post series about the appeal of culture for buying Mexico real estate and living in this country. In yesterday’s post, I looked at religion and festivities. Today I will look at one of Mexico’s cultural features many people fall in love with even before they know the country: food and … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – The Appeal of Culture Part 3: Food and Drink
Mexico Real Estate – The Appeal of Culture Part 2: Religion and Festivities
This is the second of a four-post series about the appeal of culture for buying Mexico real estate and living in this country. In yesterday’s post, I looked at history, pre-hispanic and colonial. Today I will look at two of the central items in Mexican life: religion and the often closely related … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – The Appeal of Culture Part 2: Religion and Festivities