Notice that word - “become.â€Â When most people start off looking for their property in paradise, they are very open and flexible. After all, it usually opens up many possibilities that were not open before – a home on the beach, a penthouse, a large condo in a gated community, etc. Back in the US or Canada, … [Read more...] about When Buying in Mexico, Don’t Become Too Picky! – Tip of the Week
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Love the Environment? Love Mexico? Get the Best of Both!
 Yesterday was World Environment Day. Most of us would love to live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. But, like everything else, it just costs so much. A friend of mine always points out that these days you have to pay more for what you don't want! “You don't want chemicals, pollution or a huge … [Read more...] about Love the Environment? Love Mexico? Get the Best of Both!
Location, Terrain and Your Lifestyle in Mexico
So, you want to live in Mexico – beaches, jungle, mountains, awe-inspiring deserts, mystical underground cave networks, colonial cities, charming lake villages … all those wonderful beauties this country has to offer. Yet, although there are a few options to combine 2 or 3 of these items, I don't know of any … [Read more...] about Location, Terrain and Your Lifestyle in Mexico
A Beachfront Penthouse in Puerto Vallarta for Only $95,000 USD?!?
A penthouse near the beach in Puerto Vallarta is a dream come true. A penthouse right next to the beach in Puerto Vallarta for only $95,000 USD is pretty much unheard of. Yet today, we have this relatively new listing here of just that. Take a look at a few of the main details: quiet yet convenient … [Read more...] about A Beachfront Penthouse in Puerto Vallarta for Only $95,000 USD?!?
Are Hurricanes a Big Risk for Your Home in Playa del Carmen?
 About the only negative image that people would connect with the Mexican Caribbean – everything from Cancun down to Costa Maya including Playa del Carmen and Tulum – is hurricanes. First, let me start with 2 points: hurricanes are a real risk in this part of the world however, it is rare that they strike … [Read more...] about Are Hurricanes a Big Risk for Your Home in Playa del Carmen?
Surprising Things That Are Different About Mexico Real Estate
 If you've spent any times in Mexico homes or condos, most of these items won't be any surprise to you. But for new buyers, it's worth pointing out these differences. All Concrete – Construction of Mexico real estate is all iron-reinforced poured concrete, concrete blocks or both. Drywall is almost never used, … [Read more...] about Surprising Things That Are Different About Mexico Real Estate
Playa del Carmen & The Other Side of the Highway – Should I Buy There?
 From what I've heard (and read) up until the 1990s, Playa was a little village on the beachfront. You basically had to go down off the highway and drive for a few minutes before reaching the town. Now, with all the growth over the past 2 decades, the highway pretty much divides the city in half, with as much – … [Read more...] about Playa del Carmen & The Other Side of the Highway – Should I Buy There?