When people are searching for that perfect condo for sale in Playa del Carmen, I always give the advice to balance not being too picky with still finding the key points that a most important to you. One approach that can actually help accomplish this is to remember life's simple pleasures. For example, you might … [Read more...] about When Choosing Your Condo in Playa del Carmen, Remember Life’s Simple Pleasures
Mexico Real Estate Tips
Customize a Pet Friendly Home in Playa del Carmen
As we continue to get more excited about the development of Hacienda del Rio we have been focusing a lot of attention on ways that you can customize your home! There are countless ways you can structure your home in Mexico so that you can live comfortably and happy within your space. But here is a twist: How … [Read more...] about Customize a Pet Friendly Home in Playa del Carmen
Property Tip: How Necessary is that Swimming Pool?
Assuming that you are a person who likes to swim, today I'll take a little look at how necessary it may be to find a property with a pool on site, and some tips to make finding one easier. How Necessary is the Pool? The following are some factors to consider: How far away is the beach? One of the main … [Read more...] about Property Tip: How Necessary is that Swimming Pool?
Is Gated Security Necessary for My Dream Home in Mexico?
Probably about half the Mexico real estate we find for buyers is gated with some kind of security – security guards, card entrance, security code, etc. For some buyers this raises the question - “Is the gated security necessary? Will I be victim to theft and other crime if I buy in a non-gated community or … [Read more...] about Is Gated Security Necessary for My Dream Home in Mexico?
A Question to Ask Yourself: Is My Property in Mexico an Investment?
We all like to talk about our real estate purchases as “investments.†In fact, on this blog, we use the word pretty liberally in that sense. In this is with good cause; a property – especially one in Mexico – is, in fact, an excellent investment in many senses of the word. Yet, with Mexico's economic … [Read more...] about A Question to Ask Yourself: Is My Property in Mexico an Investment?
Mexico Real Estate Tip: Don’t Let the Color of the Paint Turn You Off!
This is one of those Mexico real estate tips that applies to real estate just about anywhere:         Don't decide against a certain home just because the paint is the wrong color! Provided that everything else is in place – legally in order, good structure, right location and good price – remember … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate Tip: Don’t Let the Color of the Paint Turn You Off!
When I Move to Mexico, Should I Buy or Should I Rent?
You've owned a home for a couple of decades now, and renting isn't something you've done for a while. Yet, you know it's always worth consideration. There are many factors involved in renting, and the following are a few tips to help you decide if you want to rent to start off, or buy your dream home … [Read more...] about When I Move to Mexico, Should I Buy or Should I Rent?
When Investing in Mexico Real Estate, Let Someone Else Do the Work For You
It's easy to get stuck on the idea that doing it yourself saves money; especially with an investment, we like to think that if we save money by not hiring others to do the work, we'll get to keep more of the return in our own pockets. As with all types of investment, this idea doesn't work out in the reality of real … [Read more...] about When Investing in Mexico Real Estate, Let Someone Else Do the Work For You