6 min read
New vs. Used Home: Pros, Costs and What to Check
New or used home: we compare price, maintenance costs, location, financing and appreciation to help you decide with real data.
María Elena Rodríguez
Category
Buying a home
Step-by-step guides to buying a home in Mexico: budget, down payment, documents, costs and mistakes to avoid.
- 358articles
- 6 / 30pages
Buying a home: Page 6
3 min read
How Long Does It Take to Buy a House in Mexico?
From the first search to getting the keys, how long buying a house takes depends on whether you pay cash or finance with a mortgage.
María Elena Rodríguez
3 min read
Relocation After Your Home Is Declared Uninhabitable Risk Zone
If your home ended up in a risk zone declared uninhabitable, it's time to learn your relocation options and which procedures to start first.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Natural Disaster Home Insurance: How to File a Claim
To file a natural disaster home insurance claim, document the damage quickly and follow the adjuster's process. Here are the key steps.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
3 min read
Cracks in Your Home: Which Are Normal and Which Are Alarming
Not every crack in a house is dangerous. Learn to tell a superficial crack from one that may signal a serious structural problem.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Post-Earthquake Structural Reinforcement: Costs and Contractors
The cost of structurally reinforcing a house varies with the extent of the damage and the technique used. Here's what drives the price and how to choose a contractor.
María Elena Rodríguez
8 min read
Gated Community Homes in Mexico: Security and Fees
A practical guide to deciding whether to live in a gated community (fraccionamiento cerrado): security, maintenance fees, internal rules, and what to check before you buy or rent.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Structural Report: When to Request One Before Buying
A structural report (dictamen estructural) tells you whether a home is safe before you buy it. Here's when it's essential to ask for one.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Natural Disaster Fund: Government Help for Your Home
Government natural disaster assistance for your home can include damage surveys of affected families and reconstruction programs. Here is how the process works in Mexico.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
6 min read
Social Interest Housing in Mexico: What It Is and Who Qualifies
What is a casa de interés social and who can buy one? We explain the requirements, ballpark prices and available credit options.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Moving With Anxious Pets: Transition Tips
Moving with anxious pets can cause visible stress for days. These tips help make the transition to the new home calmer.
María Elena Rodríguez
3 min read
Pet Costs You Don't Factor In When Moving
Beyond rent, moving with a pet means deposits, home modifications and transition vet visits. A breakdown of the costs people tend to forget.
María Elena Rodríguez