The Truth About Mexico Beach Property: What Your Agent Should Tell You About 2025 Closing Costs

Posted by John Forget on February 19th, 2025

Complete Guide to Closing Costs in Mexico's Restricted Zone: 2025 Edition

Last Updated: February 2025 | Reading Time: 15 minutes

Key Takeaway: Expect to budget 6-8% of your purchase price for closing costs when buying property in Mexico's restricted zone. These costs include the mandatory bank trust (fideicomiso), notary fees, transfer taxes, and various governmental permits.

Understanding Mexico's Restricted Zone Property Rules

Mexico's restricted zone encompasses all land within 50 kilometers (31 miles) of any coastline and 100 kilometers (62 miles) from any international border. This constitutional provision, established to protect Mexico's national sovereignty, doesn't prohibit foreign ownership—rather, it creates a special…

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Warning: Your Mexican Dream Home Could Become a Tax Nightmare Without This Critical Electronic Receipt

Posted by John Forget on February 14th, 2025

MISSING THIS DOCUMENT? You Could Pay DOUBLE Taxes on Your Mexican Property (or even more)

Essential Guide to Understanding CFDI Complemento in Mexican Real Estate Transactions

The Critical Importance of CFDI Complemento in Mexican Property Transactions

Important Legal Notice: This requirement affects all Mexican property transactions from January 1, 2014, to present.

Since January 1, 2014, a crucial document has become the cornerstone of Mexican real estate transactions: the CFDI Complemento (Comprobante Fiscal Digital por Internet con Complemento). This digital tax receipt was introduced as part of Mexico's modernization of its tax system and applies to all property purchases from 2014 onward. Many property owners only…

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