Guides for Buyers in the Riviera Maya

Plain-English guides on the parts of a Mexican property purchase that most often cause problems. They are general information, not legal advice.

Fideicomiso in Mexico: How the Bank Trust Works

What a fideicomiso is, when foreigners need one, how the permit and notary steps work, and what to check in the trust contract.

Preventa Contract Red Flags in Playa del Carmen

Eight things to check before you pay a deposit on a pre-construction condo, and the questions to ask the developer.