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Building in Baja - Information for Home Builders
Creating
an Idyllic Paradise
These offerings of Tokase Properties in Cabo San Lucas incorporate green building techniques where ever possible.
US
Notaries vs; Mexican Notarios
Some insight into the differences between the two positions which sound the same but prove much different.
Building
Baja Modern in East Cape
Casa del Sol is just one example of the striking architecture they can design for you. It is available to rent or buy as well.
Buying Ejidal Property in Mexico
Our Real Estate Guru, Linda Neil takes a look at the pleasures and pitfalls of purchasing from the land grants
Residential Living on East Cape
Has lots available where you can construct a home of one of their four designs or chose to build a design of your own.
Dorado Properties - Baja Sur
In La Paz you can buy a downtown home, even one that needs renovation. There is also a selection of developed lots.
The Apostille – a Legal Document
A function of the Notary in Mexico is to make documents official and legal. This process is essential in real estate
Foreign Investment in Mexico
Another article from Jonathan A. Pikoff. This time he looks at the best strategy for a successful investment in Mexico.
Foreign Ownership of Coastal Property
Where there is a will there is a way for you to invest in coastal property.
Pools Add Value to Baja Homes
Many Baja homes were empty through those hot summer months when the owners returned north. Today, more retirees and Baja business people live here year-round. Pools not only add enjoyment to your home but value as well.
Legal Terms in Mexico Business Expressions
Our contributing author and Lawyer/Professor J. Beaulne LL.B brings us another authoritative article.
Legal Terms in Mexico - Derecho de Tanto
Lic. Jacques Beaulne brings us another authoritative article. This little term is of great importance in the legal system here.
Building in Baja 1
The trials and tribulations of building in Baja. The challenges aren't unique but they seem to end with a twist of Espanol
Building in Baja 2
Contracts, sub contractors and cost overruns. Not unique to building in Mexico but some tips on how to solve them here.
Building in Baja 3
Some information on building permits, codes and building types from an authority on the subject, Jorge Luis Ayala.
Building in Baja Part 4
What are liabilities concerning workmen’s compensation insurance or “seguros”? More from authority Jorge Ayala.
Building in Baja Part 5
One of our most popular series articles is back with more information for Jorge Ayala, about evaluations and inspections
11 Rules for Buying Property in Mexico
Linda Neil has created 11 rules for buying property that help avoid the pitfalls from her more than two decades of experience.
Buying Real Estate in Baja
Let the Buyer be ware! Here are some tips to avoiding the pitfalls of real estate purchases in Mexico.
Capital Gains Tax in Mexico
"Taxation on the difference between cost and selling price of a real estate property in Mexico." by J. E. Beaulne
Catastral Manifestation
Is the Trust price that which you paid for your Property? It is also important to keep track of your construction costs and seguros!
Collecting Rent in Mexico?
The ramifications of not being properly set up to collect rent and pay your taxes on rental income.
Coastal Property Right of Way
If you own or lease coastal property in Mexico you are required to provide right of way. - What does this mean?
Dorado Properties Serving Baja Sur
With a broad inventory of properties throughout Baja Sur this fall, Dorado Properties can help you find the right home or investment in Baja Sur.
East Cape Development
Where is the East Cape? The region of Baja defined by sport fishermen and bumpy dirt roads is growing and one of the hottest sports for real estate in Baja Sur.
What is a Factura?
If you want a tax deduction for a purchase in Mexico, it's not as easy as saving the register tape.
Using US Financing & Title Insurance
Jonathan A. Pikoff is an attorney with a law degrees in both the U.S.A. and Mexico. He brings us this run down of the facts