87 articles on buying & legal for foreign buyers and expats in Mexico.
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2026-07-11
A practical 2026 guide to living and buying real estate in Zihuatanejo & Ixtapa: neighborhoods, prices, the fideicomiso for coastal property, flights, and honest safety talk.
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When is the best time to buy property in Mexico? This 2026 guide breaks down seasonal cycles, the USD/MXN exchange rate, interest rates, and inventory so you can time your purchase well.
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Foreigners can legally own beachfront property in Mexico's restricted zone through a bank trust. Here is how the fideicomiso works, what it costs, and the myths that cost buyers money.
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Selling Mexican property triggers ISR capital gains tax — but a residency exemption can wipe it out entirely. Here is how the tax is calculated, what you can deduct, and the legal strategies that save foreigners real money.
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Owning land with a cenote in Yucatán is a rare opportunity — and a legal minefield of CONAGUA water rights, SEMARNAT permits, and environmental restrictions. Here is the honest due diligence checklist before you buy.
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A clear 2026 guide to real estate escrow in Mexico for foreign buyers — how to protect your deposit, the roles of the notario and fideicomiso, and how to keep your money safe until closing.
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Cuándo conviene comprar propiedad en México en 2026: estacionalidad del mercado, tipo de cambio USD/MXN, tasas de interés, oferta disponible y consejos de timing para pagar mejor.
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Closing costs on a Mexican property purchase typically run 5–8% of the price. Here is the honest, line-by-line breakdown of acquisition tax, notary fees, appraisal, trust, and SRE permit for 2026.
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A 2026 guide to inspecting property before you buy in Mexico — what to check for moisture, wiring, and plumbing, how to verify the escritura and measurements, plus inspector costs.
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Learn how to negotiate a property price in Mexico in 2026 — realistic discount ranges, cash versus financed leverage, local tactics, and the mistakes that cost foreign buyers money.
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How rental property management works in Yucatán in 2026 — finding a good manager, real commission ranges, short vs long-term yields, and the mistakes absentee owners keep making.
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Buying property in a country you barely know is a bet. Renting first is how smart expats de-risk the move — here is how Mexican leases work, what deposits and guarantors to expect, rent ranges by city, and how to know when you're ready to buy.
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Por qué todo propietario extranjero necesita un testamento en México en 2026: testamento ante notario, herencia del fideicomiso, costos y cómo aprovechar el Mes del Testamento en septiembre.
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A 2026 guide to living and buying in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur: a Pueblo Magico of surf breaks, galleries, and desert-meets-Pacific beauty, within reach of both Cabo and La Paz.
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How to work with a real estate agent in Mexico in 2026 — why there is no single MLS, how commissions work, finding a buyer's agent, verifying credentials, and the red flags to avoid.
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Restoring a Yucatán henequen hacienda in 2026 is a dream with teeth. Real restoration costs per m2, INAH permits, timelines, and the success and horror stories nobody tells you.
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Buying pre-construction property in Mexico can mean 20-40% gains before you close — if you avoid the traps. Here is the 2026 guide to payment plans, due diligence, and risks.
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Cozumel hosts more scuba divers per year than any other destination on earth. Its property market reflects that demand — but also offers genuine lifestyle value for non-divers who want a Caribbean island with real infrastructure.
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Guadalajara is the tech capital of Latin America, a cultural powerhouse, and one of Mexico's most overlooked real estate opportunities for international buyers. Here's what the numbers actually show.
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Huatulco is Mexico's most deliberately planned resort destination — 9 bays, Fonatur infrastructure, biosphere reserve backstop, and property values that haven't caught up with what the place actually offers.
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Loreto is what the southern Baja coast looked like before Los Cabos was developed. World-class sportfishing, UNESCO marine reserve, a genuine colonial town, and property prices that reflect the destination's low profile — for now.
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Los Cabos commands Mexico's highest luxury property prices for good reason. A comprehensive guide to the Corridor, marina districts, investment returns, and what to expect from buying on the Baja tip.
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Mazatlán has spent years as Mexico's underappreciated Pacific gem. In 2026, the secret is out: Old Mazatlán's restored mansions and the new Zona Dorada development are drawing serious buyers at prices that still offer real value.
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Condo vs house in Mexico for foreign buyers in 2026: compare costs, HOA fees, rental potential, maintenance, and ownership rules to decide which property type fits you.
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