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Hiring a Buyer’s Agent in Cozumel

Hiring a Buyer’s Agent in Cozumel Are you contemplating the purchase of a home on the enchanting island of Cozumel? I embarked on the same journey almost over two decades ago, and it remains the most rewarding decision my family and I ever made. The initial step involves finding a real estate agent who can…

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The Roles of a Notary in a Real Estate Transaction in Mexico

The Roles of a Notary in a Real Estate Transaction in Mexico If you are considering buying a property in Mexico, you have likely heard that you will need to hire a notary. However, many foreign buyers are surprised to find out just how much the notary does throughout real estate transactions here. As a…

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What is an Apostille?

What is an Apostille and Why do you Need it in a Real Estate Transaction in Cozumel, Mexico? A potential obstacle when doing business in a foreign country is that each country has its own method for creating and certifying documents. When you have documents that are legal in your country, how can the governing…

Make Sure You Pick the Right Agent with this Checklist When you want to sell your home in Cozumel, the Real Estate Agent you choose is going to determine three important things: How smooth the process is How quickly your home sells How much you get for your home

Selling Your Cozumel Property

Selling Your Cozumel property Make Sure You Pick the RIGHT Real Estate Broker with this Checklist.  When you want to sell your home in Cozumel, the Real Estate Broker or Agent you choose is going to determine three important things Is the sales process going to be smooth? Will my property sell quickly? How much…

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Selling your property in Cozumel

Real Estate Agent Cozumel: How to Pick the Right Agent When Selling Your Home Do you have a property in Cozumel that you want to sell? If so, you’ll need a real estate agent to help. Selling your home is a decision that will impact your life for years to come so the transaction should…

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Long term rental Cozumel

Long term Rental Cozumel: where to start? Cozumel is a wonderful island with many beautiful properties that you can rent while visiting on vacation. There is also a nice selection of homes continuously coming up for sale. What is a bit harder to find, however, is a long-term rental.   With the increasing popularity of…

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Art in your new home in Cozumel Mexico

Art in your new home in Mexico: Part 1 – Belgian Artist Peter Terrin When you move into a new house, one of the first things to do is warm it up. Even if it comes fully-furnished, adding features that you love or that represent you make it feel like YOUR home! But where do…

Visa buying property in Cozumel Mexico

Visa buying property in Cozumel Mexico – what is needed? When we show real estate on our beautiful island I always get the question: “Do I need a special visa buying property in Mexico?” Anyone, even someone in Mexico on a Tourist Visa, may buy property in Mexico. The notary will ask you on the day…