In the last year and a half, we have seen a dramatic change in the global economy. Not just the stock market, but all critical business and real estate sectors have suffered. In fact, even the richest people in the world have gotten poorer just like the rest of us. The economical leaders have lost 23% of their wealth in just the last 12 months. To emerge in a new economy requires radical shifts of thinking and investing.
The US State Department estimates that there are 385,000 Americans permanently living in …

At first blush David Hornick appears to be the most unlikely candidate to be spear-heading a housing development in the state of Oaxaca, one of the southernmost and poorest states in Mexico; his Spanish is sparse to be generous, until earlier this year he had never ventured to this part of the country, he’s never designed or built a home, and he’s lived virtually all his life in Schenectady, New York, leading a more or less typical, middle-class existence.
But Hornick had a vision, born of other life experiences which made …

We are constantly asked, by young people, if there are jobs available for them in Mexico. There are not only jobs available, but many pay so well that even a young person can easily afford to live quite well in Mexico and still have enough left over to invest in real estate there. The only question remaining is: What kind of job does the young person want, and what do they have to do to get it? Once again, if the young person will live modestly and invest the rest …

All too often, Americans head down to Mexico determined to buy a big colonial home to remodel and live a life of luxury of which they could only have dreamed in the States.  Unfortunately, that dream can become a nightmare from which it is next to impossible to awaken.  That having been said, it is not outside the realm of possibility to still live the dream of owning one of the stately old colonial homes in any part of Mexico.  The key to survival, in this arena, is that lovely …

If you are interested in learning more about investing in Mexican real estate you should definitely take advantage of this free webinar hosted by Guidant Financial Group.
About the Webinar:
Join David Nilssen, founder of Guidant Financial Group Founder as he interviews Tom Kelly, author of Cashing In on a Second Home in Mexico, and Sarah Cox, a licensed real estate agent from Cancun, about investing in Mexico. Learn about: 
• The process for buying in Mexico
• Where significant growth is anticipated
• Condo hotels that are guaranteeing to pay rent for the first 7 years
If you …

Here are the top 5 mistakes you should avoid when considering buying real estate in Mexico.
1. Not finding a trustworthy and experienced real estate agent
Fact: Mexico does not require a license for someone to sell property. This means that any person off the street can claim to be a real estate agent without any training or experience. It is wise to find an agent that you are referred to by someone you trust or make sure they are a member of the National Association of Realtors (www.realtor.com) and the Mexican …

by Jim Scherrer, Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Buyers Agent
The major Mexican inland retirement communities are located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, and the Lake Chapala / Ajijic area. For the most part, these inland retirement communities are located in beautiful colonial cities with moderate temperatures year round. Most of the modern amenities and …

If you are planning to buy real estate in Mexico it is important to select a real estate agent who you can trust. A good realtor can be invaluable when you are making a huge financial and life decision. There are several major differences in buying real estate in Mexico versus buying in the US. A knowledgeable realtor can help you navigate the foriegn buying process and advise you on making the best possible decision. One of the dangers in just selecting an agent on the internet is that Mexico …

We talked to Mexico real estate expert Mario Restrepo, who specializes in Baja Real Estate and offers property management services in the Baja, Mexico area. His site Baja Open House has articles on Mexico real estate, Baja property listings, and property management services.
Can you walk us through the major steps in the process of buying property in Mexico? How long does the process usually take?
Buying a property in Mexico can be similar to buying a property in the USA if you approach it as such, as we do here in …

Mario Restrepo is a real estate agent who specializes in Baja Real Estate and offers property management services in the Baja, Mexico area. His site Baja Open House has articles on Mexico real estate, Baja property listings, and property management services.
When considering buying real estate from a developer in Mexico, it is important to understand the differences between how you might be accustomed to buying new construction in your country of origin, and what is common and legal in Mexico. Specifically, there are financial and title transfer considerations that …