El Tuito is a Mexican agricultural town south of Puerto Vallarta in the region Costa-Sierra Occidental of the Mexican state of Jalisco. It is the administrative and municipal seat of the municipality of Cabo Corrientes. El Tuito means 'small valley' or 'place of beauty.'  Elevation is 1,969 ft. Winters can require...

A Fideicomiso is a unique bank trust used in Mexico to allow foreigners to legally own property in the "restricted zone," which includes areas within 50 kilometers of the coastline and 100 kilometers of the border. Mexican law prevents non-citizens from directly owning land in these areas. The fideicomiso...

Condominium Home Owners Association Life in Mexico Two of the most frequently asked questions from buyers looking to purchase a condominium are about pets and rentals. It's essential to seriously consider these topics as well as the size of the building you are interested in. Larger condominiums often function like...

I am Harriet Murray from Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. For over 25 years, Vallarta has been my home, a place where I never truly expected to settle. Before making this vibrant coastal city my permanent residence, I visited Vallarta for a week every September for nearly a decade. However,...

Many of us from America now living in Mexico are reminded daily that we should strive to understand rather than complain when customs and procedures are different from the ways we have done things for the majority of our lives.   This difference in cultures covers almost any aspect of what we do...

The Comprobantes Fiscal Digital by Internet, or CFDI, is an electronic invoice format mandated in Mexico and used in certain Latin American countries. It serves as a digital tax receipt that provides all the details of a business transaction: the goods or services provided, their costs, and calculated taxes. As...

It is estimated that there are 1.6 million US citizens living in Mexico. Mexico is the top foreign destination for US citizens who are deciding to live abroad. Who opts for seaside living?  Many expats choose Puerto Vallarta, Bucerias, and La Cruz inside the Bay of Banderas. Others choose Punta...

Americans can buy property in Mexico, but there are restrictions in certain areas. Mexico welcomes foreign investment. It offers a varied selection of real estate to buy or rent. There are currently no restrictions on foreigners owning property in Mexico. However, restrictions exist on where you can buy property...

Costs, Taxes, Closing: We hope to provide you clear answers to frequently asked questions Preconstruction Purchases If you are buying property from a developer, keep in mind that as the seller, he must issue you a factura (invoice) stating your purchase price. Save this invoice data on a USB in...

To establish permanent residency in Mexico, we refer to the immigration requirements first: Residency You first apply at the nearest consulate in your location. You prove you have enough income to take care of yourself or you have purchased a property worth a certain amount of money. Once you have satisfied...