FAQs

Your agent helps you define what you are looking for, shortlists properties and schedules the visits. Once you choose a home, we prepare the offer, negotiate on your behalf and coordinate the notary, the bank (if needed) and the paperwork until closing.

Most purchases take between 30 and 60 days from accepted offer to closing, depending on the type of property and the financing.

Usually a valid official ID or passport, proof of address and your tax ID (RFC) if you have one. Your agent and the notary will confirm the exact list for your case before you sign anything.

Yes. Mexican banks offer mortgages to residents, and some lenders work with foreign buyers. Many international clients also pay in cash or with financing from their home country. Your agent can connect you with mortgage advisors.

Your agent prepares a written offer with the price, conditions and timeline. If the seller accepts, both parties sign a promise of sale agreement and a deposit is made, normally held in escrow until closing.

Contact us for a free valuation. An agent visits the property, recommends a price based on recent sales in the area and prepares a marketing plan with professional photos, online listings and our international network.

We compare your home with similar properties recently sold or listed in the same area, and adjust for size, condition, views, amenities and rental potential. The goal is a price that attracts buyers quickly without leaving money on the table.

It depends on price, location and season. Well-priced homes in high-demand areas such as Santa Cruz or Tangolunda often sell in three to six months. Your agent will share a realistic estimate after the valuation.

Yes. Tell us your budget, preferred area and how long you plan to stay, and we will send you options that fit, from long-term homes to furnished apartments for a season.

Most residential leases run from 6 to 12 months. Furnished vacation rentals can be monthly. Your agent will explain the options available for each property.

Yes. Our property management service takes care of listings, guests, cleaning, maintenance and monthly reports, which is ideal for owners who live abroad.

The nightly, weekly or monthly rate covers the stay. Each property shows its one-time cleaning fee, pet fee (if any) and refundable security deposit in the quote box, and the estimate adds them for you. Your agent confirms the exact total in your personalized quote before you pay anything.

The deposit protects the property during your stay. It is usually $3,000 MXN; the amount for each property is shown in the quote box and in your quote.

It is returned right after check-out, as soon as the property has been reviewed, minus any damage or missing items.

Prices shown on the website do not include taxes. If taxes apply to your stay (such as VAT and lodging tax), they are added and itemized in your quote so you see the final amount before confirming.

• 14 days or more before your arrival: full refund (100%).
• Between 13 and 7 days before: 50% refund.
• Less than 7 days before: non-refundable.

If your plans change, write to your agent as soon as possible so we can help you change your dates.

Requesting a quote is free and you pay nothing online. To book, you pay a 50% deposit; the rest is paid at check-in or before. Once you accept your quote, your agent sends you the payment details and the check-in information.

Check-in is from 3:00 pm and check-out is before 12:00 pm. If you need a different time, ask your agent.

Yes. Foreigners can own property in Mexico. Near the coast and borders, ownership is held through a bank trust (fideicomiso) or a Mexican company, which gives you the same rights as any owner: use, rent, sell or leave the property to your heirs.

A fideicomiso is a trust set up with a Mexican bank to hold residential property within the restricted zone (50 km from the coast). You are the beneficiary and keep full control of the property. The trust is granted for 50 years and can be renewed.

Your agent and the notary will guide you through the bank and permit process, which is part of the closing.

Not necessarily. Many steps can be done remotely, and you can sign through a power of attorney if you cannot attend the closing in person. Most clients still visit at least once to see the property before buying.

Yes. Our team speaks English and Spanish, and some agents also speak French or German. You can filter agents by language on our Agents page.

Closing costs in Mexico include the acquisition tax, notary fees, registration and, for foreigners, the bank trust setup. The total depends on the price and the municipality. Your agent will give you a detailed estimate before you make an offer.

Buyers usually do not pay a commission; it is typically covered by the seller. Sellers pay a commission agreed in the listing contract. Your agent will explain the applicable terms clearly before moving forward.

The annual property tax (predial) in Mexico is generally low compared with the United States or Canada. The exact amount depends on the cadastral value of the property and is paid to the municipality.

La Crucecita is the lively town center, with shops and restaurants. Santa Cruz is next to the marina and the beach, Tangolunda has the larger resorts and the golf course, and Conejos offers quieter, more private homes. The best choice depends on your lifestyle.

Huatulco has an international airport, supermarkets, banks, private clinics, schools and reliable internet in most areas. Larger hospitals and specialized services are available in Oaxaca City.

Warm all year. The dry season runs roughly from November to May, with sunny days and cooler evenings. The rainy season, from June to October, brings short afternoon showers and very green landscapes.