How much does it cost to formalize a home purchase with a deed (escritura) in Mexico? Here is the full breakdown of taxes, notary fees, registration and certificates, with a real calculation example so you can budget without surprises.
A guide to selling your house without a real estate agency in Mexico: advantages, drawbacks and the steps of a direct sale between private parties. Save the commission and stay in control.
What an aval or guarantor (fiador) is when renting in Mexico, what documents are required, and 5 real alternatives if you can't find one: legal rental policy, larger deposit, advance rent and more.
A cheap ejido plot can cost you everything. Learn what ejido property is, why you can NOT deed it like an ordinary lot, how dominio pleno works at the RAN, and how to avoid the most common real-estate fraud in Mexico.
Learn how to pre-qualify for an INFONAVIT loan online, step by step: check your points, get your estimated amount and prepare your credit to buy a home in 2026.
A complete guide to Mérida's best neighborhoods in 2026: the North, Cholul, Temozón, Montebello, Centro and García Ginerés. Approximate prices per m², a profile of each area and tips for choosing.
Learn what an escritura pública (public deed) is, why it is essential to prove ownership of a property, and how it is processed step by step before a notary public in Mexico. Differences from a private contract and mistakes to avoid.
Complete checklist of the documents you need to sell a house in Mexico: deed, predial, appraisal, certificates and more. Get ready for a surprise-free closing.
A practical guide to lease agreements in Mexico: essential clauses, what to review before signing, and common mistakes that leave tenants or landlords unprotected.
Learn all the INFONAVIT requirements to buy a home in 2026: points, documents, loan types and the step-by-step process to use your loan without setbacks.
An assignment of rights (cesión de derechos) on a house promises a cheap, fast purchase, but it can leave you with no property at all. Here's what it is, the real risks (especially with INFONAVIT), and when it definitely does NOT make sense.
A complete guide to closing and notary costs when buying a home in Mexico in 2026: ISAI by state, notary fees, Registro Público de la Propiedad recording, appraisal and certificates. Learn how to estimate what you'll pay on top of the property price.