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How Much Value a Maid's Room Turned Office Adds
Converting a maid's room (cuarto de servicio) into an office can add value to your home if done with the right finishes.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
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Buying a home
Step-by-step guides to buying a home in Mexico: budget, down payment, documents, costs and mistakes to avoid.
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Buying a home: Page 8
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How to Design a Productive Home Office in a Small Space
A small-space home office can be just as functional as a large one if you get the furniture and layout right.
María Elena Rodríguez
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Home Burglaries in Mexico: Statistics and Prevention Tips
How to prevent home burglary with practical measures, based on the most common patterns of this crime according to public safety reports.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Panic Button and Emergency Apps by State in Mexico
What a panic button emergency app is, how it works, and why availability varies depending on the Mexican state where you live.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
3 min read
Home Safety Checklist for Women Who Live Alone in Mexico
A practical safety checklist for women who live alone: locks, habits when you get home, emergency apps, and how to choose the right colonia.
María Elena Rodríguez
4 min read
Property Appraisal in Mexico: Types, Costs and When You Need One
What a property appraisal (avalúo inmobiliario) is, the types that exist (commercial, cadastral, bank and tax), how much it costs, and which procedures require one in Mexico. Learn how to choose the right appraisal to buy, sell or inherit.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
3 min read
Guard Dogs vs. Electronic Security Systems: Which Is Better?
Guard dog or electronic alarm? We compare the advantages, care requirements and limitations of each option so you can choose based on your lifestyle and type of home.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
What to Do If Your Colonia Is Getting Less Safe
If you feel your colonia is unsafe and getting worse, here are concrete steps: from reinforcing your home to deciding whether it makes sense to move.
María Elena Rodríguez
3 min read
Private Security in Gated Communities: Fees and Coverage
What private security in a fraccionamiento (gated community) really includes, how the maintenance fee is calculated, and what to ask before committing to pay it.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
3 min read
Neighborhood Watch: How to Organize a Security Group
A practical guide to setting up a neighborhood watch group: first steps, communication tools, and the legal limits worth respecting from day one.
Carlos Mendoza
3 min read
Apps and Websites to Check Crime Rates by Neighborhood
Learn which digital platforms let you check the crime rate by colonia before you buy or rent, and how to interpret their data with caution.
Inmobiliaria32 Team
3 min read
Cameras and Alarms: What It Costs to Secure Your Home
An overview of what it costs to secure your home with cameras and alarms: what drives the price, basic vs. advanced options, and how to prioritize your budget.
Carlos Mendoza