July 14, 2008
- Mexico Follows Spanish lead in closing developments
Apparently following Spain’s decision to seek and destroy unapproved property developments, Mexico is beginning to crack down on developments that were built without appropriate permission
The cynic in me thinks this is more a case of “paid off the wrong mayoral candidate.”
Five small luxury hotels were closed by the authorities on Tulum’s beaches recently, causing an uproar over who owns the title. (…)
March 10, 2008
- Retirement in Puerto Vallarta - Condominium or Villa?
Invariably, when North Americans visit Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, they have such a good time under absolutely ideal conditions that they hate to leave. (…)
February 12, 2008
- Related International Unveils Plans for ICON Vallarta’s Grand Tower:
75 Ultra-Luxury Condominiums with Array of Services and Amenities
Final Opportunity to Own Philippe Starck-designed Property on Mexico Coast
Miami, FLORIDA (January 8, 2008) – Related International has announced ICON Vallarta’s third and final offering, The Grand Tower. (…)
January 9, 2008
- Panama Bubble
Well, it’s certainly nice to know this blog is being read by those in the know. (…)
December 26, 2007
- Mexico Property Boost
Hydra Properties, one of the leading real estate developers in the UAE, has just announced the start of work on the initial phase of “Hydra Waves.” Hydra Waves its first international development – in Mazatlan, north of Mexico. (…)
December 5, 2007
- Panama - Trump Ocean Club
Ahmed say’s he is done with Panama real Estate, but my feeling is there is some steam left in the market still. (…)
November 30, 2007
- Property Markets to Invest in During 2008
A massive change in the value of the dollar, combined with soaring building costs is changing the face of the international property investment markets. (…)
November 24, 2007
- I’m done with Panama Real Estate
As a professional overseas property investor, I am only too aware that I am constantly one mistake away from bankruptcy – that’s all it takes - one investment gone awry, one condominium building that didn’t get built, a sudden unexpected drop in the market, a burst real estate bubble, and I am back to washing dishes. (…)
November 19, 2007
- Costa Rica Real Estate: Buying For Retirement
Spending your retirement in Costa Rica is a real dream come true! It’s an exotic tropical island full of beautiful scenery, sunshine and smiles! (…)
November 16, 2007
November 9, 2007
- Buenos Aires Boom in Short-Term Apartment Rentals
Since their 2001 monetary crisis, Buenos Aires has been experiencing an ever-expansive boom in tourism that has driven the short-term apartment rentals, for visitors. (…)
- Panama Real Estate: One Big Hoax
The amount of speculation driving the real estate market in Panama City is breathtaking. Literally, I sometimes gag when I hear the kind of numbers floating around this place. (…)
November 6, 2007
- Top Ten Property Investment Hotspots for 2008
Gazing into our crystal ball, this is a list of likely overseas property investment markets that should do well in 2008.
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