Hurricane Season in the Riviera Maya

Posted in Blog on August 25, 2020 by Sarah

The hurricane season in the Riviera Maya is upon us and it's important to be prepared. The rainy season lasts from June to November and with that comes an increased chance for tropical storms and hurricanes. We've been very lucky in the Riviera Maya to have not had a major hurricane since 2005, but it is always a great idea...

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Summer in the Riviera Maya: Humidity Control in your Property

Posted in Blog, Real Estate on July 14, 2020 by caro

It’s summertime in the Riviera Maya and that means high temps and high humidity. There are so many pros to living near the ocean, but one con can be the high humidity and the damage it can do to furniture, appliances, and even clothes. If you own property here, whether it be a condo or a house, there are a...

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Coronavirus Real Estate Deals

Posted in Blog, Real Estate on July 1, 2020 by Diego

When it comes to investing in real estate, timing is crucial. Either you are planning to make a move and live your dream life in a foreign country as an expat or make an intelligent investment, we have seen through the years that many savvy investors know that so-called crisis brings amazing deals to the market.  Just as we predicted...

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Good Vibes Only: Tips for staying positive at home during COVID19

Posted in Blog on April 16, 2020 by Sarah

At this point, many of us have been practicing social distancing for a few weeks, maybe longer. At times, it can get lonely, you can feel frustrated, lack motivation for work, or just need a break from the family. We are all itching to get out and socialize, tired of staring at the same 4 walls all day, completely ready...

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Moskito Real Estate: A Historic Moment in the Riviera Maya

Posted in Blog on April 8, 2020 by Diego

In the last two weeks, I have had a lot of communication with the entire team at Moskito and especially with my real estate team. I imagine the questions I received from the team are the same questions business owners are answering in other industries. People wonder “What do we do? What do we say? What is going to happen?”...

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Tips from Moskito: How to Stay Productive while Working from Home

Posted in Blog on April 7, 2020 by Sarah

Tips from Moskito: How to stay productive while working from home If you are like the Moskito Riviera Maya team, you've been working from home for a few weeks now. For those of you that are sharing the house with kids, partners, roommates, or family, we know how hard it can be to remain productive while working from home. We...

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Hungry at Home: Food Delivery in Playa del Carmen

Posted in Blog on March 30, 2020 by Sarah

If you’re here in Playa del Carmen and housebound like the rest of us, you might be missing some of your favorite restaurants in towns. Like all of us at Moskito, responsible restaurants in the area are taking the social distancing very seriously and offering some great delivery deals, including discounts and free and fast delivery. And the great news...

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Mexican Food: Best Chilaquiles in Playa del Carmen

Posted in Blog on February 27, 2020 by

What can I say about Mexican food that hasn’t already been said?! It is the BEST! Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the dishes are unique, flavorful, and packed with spice. It’s about more than just tacos here in the Riviera Maya, one of my favorite dishes to enjoy at breakfast, or really anytime of day, is the Mexican dish of chilaquiles. ...

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Real Estate Riviera Maya: What is a fideicomiso?

Posted in Blog on February 20, 2020 by pilar

What is a fideicomiso and why do you need one? Answering a very important piece of the purchasing puzzle for foreign buyers. As a foreign investor in Mexico, it’s important to understand what is a fideicomiso, the costs associated with it, and why it is necessary to have one to purchase property in the restricted zones.  What is a fideicomiso? …

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What is the hardest thing to find in downtown Playa del Carmen?

Posted in Real Estate on April 30, 2019 by Sarah

A HOUSE!! There is a large inventory of condos for sale in the Riviera Maya but the one item we have clients ask for time and time again are houses for sale in Playa del Carmen. There are very few downtown neighborhoods with houses for sale and even fewer that are within 5 minutes of 5th Avenue.  Why are houses...

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Tips to selling your vacation home

Posted in Real Estate on April 25, 2019 by Sarah

The time has come for you to list your home in paradise. There are many reasons why someone might be ready to sell, maybe you’ve outgrown your vacation home, with grandkids and more family visiting, you’re looking for a bigger place. Health, financial situations, or you’re ready to visit more places, each seller can have a different reason to sell...

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Safety in Playa del Carmen

Posted in Blog on February 6, 2019 by caro

Earlier this month the media in the US, Canada, and I even saw a report from England, reported about a crime that occurred here in Playa del Carmen. The first report had a misleading headline that stated the crime had occurred in a resort, and later that was updated with the correct information, that it occurred in a local neighborhood...

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