One of the most charming things to do in a colonial city is simply to walk under a colonnade of beautiful arches, with their beautiful molding, bright colors and pleasant curves. Even if you're not going to have an entire colonnade in your home, simply the presence of arched doorways and gateways adds a sense of … [Read more...] about The Beauty of Arches – Hacienda del Rio’s Colonial Charm
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Video: How Important is It to Choose the Right Mexico Brokers? Ask the Hargens!
So, how important is it to choose the right agent and broker? Well, we keep saying over and over again that it is of key importance; but don't take our word for it – ask the Hargens: (If you can't see the video, click here) For us, this is the best reward – to see our clients happy with the results of … [Read more...] about Video: How Important is It to Choose the Right Mexico Brokers? Ask the Hargens!
Video: Why Would Choose to Live in Playa del Carmen? The Hargens’ Answer
Yesterday we heard the Hargens, from Tampa, Florida, tell us about their experience buying real estate in Mexico. Today, let's hear what they have to say about why they chose to buy real estate and live in Playa del Carmen: “Every time we went home, I hated to leave; we started to think about maybe buying … [Read more...] about Video: Why Would Choose to Live in Playa del Carmen? The Hargens’ Answer
Buying Real Estate in Mexico “Was Very Much Like the U.S. – Only Easierâ€!!!
When we hear a good story about buying real estate in Mexico, we expect people to say something like, “Well it was pretty easy for another country.†Not the Hargens. They're story: “it was very much like the U.S. - only easier.†Notice that – easier than in the U.S.! Listen to this part of the … [Read more...] about Buying Real Estate in Mexico “Was Very Much Like the U.S. – Only Easierâ€!!!
A Preview of Quetzal Condos, Akumal – Video
The Bahia Principe resort complex has offered us some of the best options in Akumal real estate over the past few years. The newest development on the golf course, Quetzal Condos, is no exception. Take a look at the video we made a couple of weeks back: (If you can't see the video click here.) In addition … [Read more...] about A Preview of Quetzal Condos, Akumal – Video
Video: July Special Pricing for Awa Condos in Playa del Carmen – Reminder!
Here's a little reminder, as well as a heads up for anyone that doesn't know yet: Special pricing for the last 5 units in Awa Condos is on for the entire month of July! Awa is located just 3 miles north of downtown Playa, and half a mile from the beach. I explain the details in this video:    … [Read more...] about Video: July Special Pricing for Awa Condos in Playa del Carmen – Reminder!
If You Love Wildlife, Choose Your Property in Playa del Carmen Accordingly!
 On this blog and our others we've mentioned before that you have wonderful chances to see wildlife in and around Playa del Carmen – monkeys, foxes, deer, tapirs and many others. Today I want to add two points to this: You don't have to trek out into the jungle to find wildlife If you choose the right … [Read more...] about If You Love Wildlife, Choose Your Property in Playa del Carmen Accordingly!
What Would Life Be Like in Paradise? Well, Let’s Ask the Hargens!
There's a beautiful gated community just at the north end of Playa del Carmen called “El Cielo†that we've been talking about a good deal. The name translates to “Heaven†but I think we could roughly say “Paradise.†I love this community – in fact, I live there myself. And so far, everyone I know … [Read more...] about What Would Life Be Like in Paradise? Well, Let’s Ask the Hargens!