How We Started by Erin May Our Story… Erin and I began our investment vacation property journey like most people. We began vacationing and realized that certain regions were more attractive than others. When we started… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How We Started & Succeeded in Living in Mexico by Erin May How We Started – 0.0 to Success Road Map 1.0 – General Location 1.1 – We were long time lovers of Mexico for 3 reasons: 1.2 – The Beaches are… 1 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How You Can Start & Succeed in Owning Mexico by Erin May How You Can Start – 0.0 to Success Road Map How You Can Start? We created a simple road map to show you how easy the process is. Follow the mapped-out… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Buy a Car in Mexico by Brent May There is no denying the cultural benefit of packing into a pasajero with the locals for short trips to the beach or hardware store in Mexico. It’s cheap, for one… 5 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Announcing Mexico Living by Brent May By Brent May Founder & GM of Own Mexico and Owner & Operator of Bayside Real Estate Thirteen years ago, my wife Erin and I started on a mission. Erin… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How to Move Your Children to Mexico – Part I by Brent May You’ve weighed options. You’ve been exploring How to Create Your Mexico Lifestyle. You’ve decided to move to Mexico – congratulations! We can’t wait to welcome you here. This… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Tips for Buying Property in Mexico by Brent May Any plans to invest in a property in Mexico? Here are some tips for Buying Property in Mexico: If you are a prudent investor, you will recognize that diversification is… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Import a Motor Vehicle into Mexico by Brent May If you’re thinking about importing a motor vehicle into Mexico, then “drive on” because we have important how-to tips to getting you on the road and enjoying this beautiful… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Get Ahead of the Curve in Huatulco, Mexico by Brent May Home office in Huatulco Ready for Change? You’re not Alone. Erin and I made the decision to leave the RAT RACE and change our lives for the better years ago.… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How to Buy a Home in Mexico- Part 1 by Brent May We are often asked what the top pieces of advice are for those wanting to know how to buy a home in Mexico. We cover lots of topics in… 1 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Make an International Money Transfer by Brent May Sending money internationally is a lot easier these days than when we could only rely on our bank. No matter where you are in the world, you will find that… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Get a Mortgage in Mexico by Brent May New Mortgage Financing Opportunities in Mexico Exciting news for those dreaming of a second home in Mexico or diving into the world of real estate investment! New mortgage financing for… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
The Role of the Notary in Mexico by Brent May If you are considering buying a home, have done any other legal transactions in Mexico or opened a business, you will likely have already met a Notary or Notario. Notaries… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Buying Property in Huatulco: The 5 Steps to Success by Brent May Owning or buying property in Huatulco, Mexico is very easy. Once you have found your perfect property, you will follow the steps below to become the owner. By accumulating… 1 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How to Buy a Home in Mexico- Part 2 by Brent May How to Buy a Home in Mexico What Bayside’s Real Estate Agents Wish Buyers Knew About the Buying Process in Mexico – Part 2 Considering a real estate development purchase?… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Travel Roadmap – Driving to Mexico – West Coast Route from Canada to the Oaxaca Coast by Brent May If you’re planning on driving to Mexico, here we share our experience of driving the West Coast from Canada to southern Mexico. You’ll need to have vehicle insurance and registration… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Get to the Yucatan This Winter: 2024-25 Flight Season by Brent May Here we share how you can get to the Emerald Coast of the Yucatan this winter. If you’ve been thinking of getting into the Mexican real estate market… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Get To The Oaxaca Coast This Winter: Flight Schedule 2024-25 by Brent May If you haven’t gotten your winter tickets, now is the time. To get to the Oaxaca Coast, take a flight to Huatulco, Puerto Escondido or even Oaxaca City. All of… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Off-the-Beaten-Path Mexico: Discovering Mexico’s Best Beach Towns by Andrea Titzer Although Cancun, Tulum and Puerto Vallarta get a lot of attention as big beach destinations, there’s a whole lot more coastline in Mexico worth checking out. Up and down… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Take Your Pet to Mexico by Erin May Many travelers and owners think of their pet as part of the family. They wish to have their dog or cat with them at all times. If you want to take… 1 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Get To Mazatlán This Summer by Brent May If you’re traveling from the U.S. or Canada to Mazatlán this summer, you can take a direct flight via the U.S. You can also take a convenient flight to… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How to Achieve Work-Life Balance in Mexico: The Leon Family’s Story by Brent May Moving to Mexico is a decision many people contemplate for various reasons. Whether it’s seeking a change of pace, a warmer climate, experiencing a new culture and learning a new… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How to Get Your Mexican Visa: Step 1 by Brent May If one topic preoccupies all foreigners looking to relocate to Mexico temporarily or permanently, it is how to get a visa. We’ve been there. This article will help you navigate… 1 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Know Which Mexican Visa is Right for You by Brent May Some of the most frequent questions we get are about which visa to get for living in Mexico part or full-time. This article will first clarify the difference between a… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
A How To Guide for Online Shopping in Mexico: Home Furnishings by Brent May When we first moved to the Oaxaca Coast 13 years ago, online shopping in Mexico was not an option. Home delivery did not exist. Living in Puerto Angel, everyone… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Get Your Mexican Residency: Step 2 by Brent May You have your visa and you’re coming to Mexico! Congratulations on your move and getting your first round of paperwork done. If you’re just tuning in and wondering how to… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Transition from Temporary to Permanent Residency in Mexico by Brent May If you’re already living in Mexico with a temporary resident permit, congratulations. You’re on your way to becoming a permanent resident. After holding the temporary resident permit for 4 years,… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Drive Safely in Mexico by Brent May What you need to know to drive safely in Mexico You did the research either about bringing your car into Mexico from Canada or the States or buying a new… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Alternative Education Options for Your Children in Huatulco by Brent May One amazing thing about moving to Mexico with your kids is that you are offering them another way to see the world. They will be exposed to a unique,… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
10 “How To” Secrets of Successful Expats in Mexico by Brent May You’re now an expat living in Mexico? We are delighted to have you join our thriving “expats in Mexico” community. To help you make the most of this whirlwind… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Swim in the Ocean by Brent May We grew up as lake kids in Canada and have many wonderful experiences waterskiing, tubing spending all day in the water enjoying our beautiful Saskatchewan lakes. But when we began… 2 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
7 How to Tips to Barter like a Professional in Mexico by Brent May Mexico has all sorts of nooks and crannies that provide “shop till you drop” adventures. Neighborhood boutiques, open-air markets, art galleries, stall-filled plazas and high end malls—you’ll find one-of-a-kind items… 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
How To Find Romance in Mexico by Brent May If you’ve ever dreamt of meeting an attractive foreigner, kanoodling over exotic foods, walking hand in hand on the beach and dancing the night away to romantic ballads, then look… 1 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
