Managing Waste Disposal & Recycling at Your House in Mexico
Waste collection, materials recycling, and the frequency of collection rounds varies depending where in Mexico your home is situated
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Preparing Your Mexican Home for Earthquakes
It's prudent to take time and review the composition of your habitat and living spaces to mitigate the risk of damage and injury during an earthquake
Guide to Working with Realty Agents in Mexico
Our detailed guides describe how to scout for, find, and work with a realty agent in Mexico, whether you're renting, buying or selling a home
¿A Donde Hablo? —versus— ¿Quien Habla?
The phone rings when you weren't expecting a call. ¿A dónde hablo? (where am I calling?) comes a sharp, testy voice
Mexico Newsletter —
June 2025
Summer begins; Essential skills for expats; Residency by Family Unit; Living in the countryside; Home stewardship; Extraordinary journeys; Insurance options...
Approaches & Inspiration for Retirement Lifestyles in Mexico
Learn about common approaches to retirement in Mexico, and get some inspiration by discovering lifestyles and pastimes retirees in Mexico come here to enjoy
Learning to Assimilate Impermanence with No Hay
You'll become familiar with the phrase "No Hay," that inevitably makes itself apparent at some point when something you want or need isn't available right now
Experiences Past & Present: Going to the Movies in Mexico
Foreign Native reflects on the changing habits and habitats for film-watching in Mexico, and how the movie-going experience here has changed over the years
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
Scouting for a Realty Agent to Work With in Mexico
People buying or selling property in Mexico usually scout for a realty agent to work with. This article shares tips for shortlisting potential agents
Sanborns: Mexico’s Eclectic Department Store
Sanborns stores offer a unique shopping experience and its restaurants provide an oasis of refreshment amidst a casual diner-style setting
Buying & Selling Property Using a Realty Agent in Mexico
Most people use a realty agent to buy and sell a home in Mexico. This article describes the services agents offer, and their typical service terms and fees
