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Is it safe to buy property in Mexico as a Canadian?

What are the risks of buying real estate in Mexico as a Canadian?

For Canadian buyers, the idea of buying property in Mexico is often confusing. A big myth is that buying property in Mexico can be a long-drawn-out process and risky.

While we’re not saying that buying real estate in Mexico is easy. As with every real estate but there are important things for you to know. These things will help you have a smooth and safe experience when buying your Mexican property.

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The Big Myth about Buying Mexican Property (as a Canadian)

The idea that buying property in Mexico is difficult comes from the lack of understanding of Mexican law for Canadians.

Once upon a time, foreign buyers were not allowed to buy land within the ‘Restricted Zone‘. The restricted zone is all land within 100 kilometers of Mexico’s borders and 50 kilometers within all coastlines.

But things have changed with the Mexican government granting property ownership for foreigners by law. Allowing Canadian buyers to buy property within the restricted zone. This policy change makes buying property in Mexico easy and safer than ever before.

Click here to read our full guide to buying property as a Canadian.

However, there are a few essential things you need in order to buy a property in Mexico. And it’s important you know them.

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What Is Required to Own Vacation Property in Mexico – as a Canadian?

There are essential 2 Things you will need to Buy a Property in Mexico as a Canadian.

These 2 important things to have when buying property in Mexico are:

1. Your title insurance policy.

What’s a Title Insurance policy for your Mexican Property?

A title insurance policy is a contract between the buyer or lender and a title guarantor. It protects the lender or owner against loss in case of a dispute in property ownership. Only reputable real estate companies offer options for a title insurance policy when you buy property in Mexico.

2. Your bank trust (fideicomiso).

What’s a Bank Trust or Fideicomiso?

A bank trust or fideicomiso is a contract between the lender-in (this case the Mexican bank) and you the property buyer. The lender (the bank) acts as a trustee for the buyer. They are under a legal obligation to follow all the instructions of you the buyer of the property. While the lender holds the title to the property, you the buyer have all rights and privileges as the owner. This includes assigning other beneficiaries and transferring ownership if you wish to. A fideicomiso lasts for 50 years. You can renew after this period is up.

Click here to read about a fideicomiso/bank trust.

These two documents guarantee you all the benefits of the property ownership at no risk.

Is a Fideicomiso (Bank trust) the right option for you?

Yes. A fideicomiso is a better option for foreign property buyers compared to a land lease agreement. A land lease will only allow the lessee limited rights to use the property. For example: If you want to build or construct on that land you will need permission from the owner/landlord. And the lessee is not allowed to sell the property. However a fideicomiso guarantees you the buyer the freedom of ownership. You can do whatever you want as it’s your land. We suggest talking to us today if you are thinking about owning Mexico property as a foreigner. We have the team to facilitate you fully in this whole process.

More articles to help you:

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Read Why Forbes Says Tulum is the Place to Invest and Live.

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