Home Stewardship

Articles and guides to help you manage your house, home, and dwelling spaces in Mexico

Articles and guides to help you manage your house, home, and dwelling spaces in Mexico

Moving to Mexico: Actions Checklist & Timeline

Plan & organize the logistics of your move to Mexico with this detailed checklist of actions and activities to consider in the months before your move date

Protecting Your Mexican Home Against Burglars

How to protect your home in Mexico against burglars, and be adequately covered in the event of theft and damage to the property

Practical Checklist for Mexico Home Insurance Coverages

A checklist of essential practical matters to consider as you search for and arrange an insurance policy for your home in Mexico—whether you own or rent

Advice About Dealing with Mosquitoes in Mexico

This article shares practical advice and tips for dealing effectively with mosquitoes when you're visiting or living in Mexico

Insurance for Domestic Help and Other Workers in Your Home

Whether you rent or own in Mexico, third-party coverage can mitigate the cost of accidents and liability when a housekeeper or others are working in your home

Regulating the Water Pressure in Your Mexican Home

The majority of Mexico's water delivery is not served by pressurized systems, requiring some ingenuity to create water pressure in your home or building

Remembering Delivery Workers on Postman’s Day in Mexico

November 12 is "Dia del Cartero" —Postman’s Day— in Mexico. Traditionally it recognizes post service workers, although couriers should be remembered too

Choices Faced by Home Owners Across the Generations

Aging provincial homes in Mexico are charming, and offer dilemmas, opportunities, challenges —and lessons— for present and future owners

Clarity About Drinking the Water in Mexico

Whether your tap water is drink-able in Mexico depends on several factors; most people use filtered or bottled water, some are confident drinking tap water

The Hidden Liabilities in Your Mexican Home

Often overlooked, third party liabilities related to your Mexican property can be mitigated with adequate insurance cover

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

Keeping Your Mexican Home Warm During the Colder Months

If your Mexican home is situated in a desert area or elevated region inland you might need to use some heating during the colder autumn and winter months