Costs and Taxes When Buying Property in Mexico
Learn about the typical fees and taxes buyers must pay in addition to the agreed sales price when buying residential property in Mexico
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Managing the Electricity Supply at Your Home in Mexico
Learn about the electricity supply in Mexico including connections, dealing with power cuts, current prices, paying bills, and reconnections if you're cut-off
Moving Your Personal Goods To, From, or Within Mexico
If you're moving to Mexico from abroad, moving within Mexico, or leaving Mexico and taking your things, this article provides helpful tips to plan your move
The Visas You Need for Doing Volunteer Work in Mexico
You can use a visitor permit to volunteer in Mexico provided the work is non-lucrative. This article describes what visa types you need to volunteer in Mexico
Mexico’s Peso Recovered its Poise During 2025
Mexico's peso made a noticeable recovery throughout 2025, steadily increasing in value and ending the year 16% stronger than its 2024 closing price
Living, Working and Retirement in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta living: guide to help you research and assess Puerto Vallarta as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico
Fractional Ownership of Residential Property in Mexico
Mexican law provides a legally secure way for buyers and investors to purchase a residential property through a shared ownership arrangement
Mexico’s UMA & Residency Qualification Criteria 2026
UMA replaced Mexico's 'minimum wage' as a basis for official calculations. This article describes how it affects applications for legal residency.
Driving Tip: Read the Signs, then Ask for Directions
Even today with many modern roads and bridges putting a first-world stamp on major cities, Mexico still has some notorious sign posting
High-Speed Internet Services in Mexico via Satellite
If you live in a (semi)rural location in Mexico, or someplace not served by landlines or a reliable cellphone service, internet via satellite is an option
Living, Working and Retirement in Mazatlán
Mazatlán living: guide to help you research and assess Mazatlán as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico
Kings’ Day Gifts and Kings’ Loaf Traditions in Mexico
Mexico traditionally closes out its festive season known as 'Guadalupe-Reyes' on January 6th —"Día de Reyes"— Kings' Day.
