The UK starts the year with the highest rise in house prices

The price of housing in the united kingdom increased by 1% in January over December, a figure that means the most historic boot. specifically, the average price stood at 243,861 pounds, more than 295,000 euros, according to the report published by the country's largest property portal, Rightmove

on-year, the price rose 6.3%, 14,432 pounds (17,466 euros) more than in January 2012 "the first indicators of the year show a strong real estate market for 2014 the average price stood at his shot greatest historical start, indicating that optimism sellers and real estate agents is increasing, "according to the report highlights

in London, where housing was increased in 2013 by 10.6% (at its best figure since 2006), the price rose just 0.2% in January compared to December and 7% year over year, the average price in the 514,704 pounds (about 623,000 euros)

in the 'city' fell in January to force prices in the traditionally more expensive neighborhoods like westminster, which depreciated by 8.3% MoM (up to an average price of 1.4 million pounds or 1.7 million euros) or kensington, where the average fell 6.9% from December to stand at 2.05 million pounds (2.48 million euros)

The cities with the most expensive luxury real estate in the world

The world's billionaires live a frenzy of real estate purchases. In the United States the records have been broken with massive purchases in all major property markets, from Woodside to Malibu, Aspen to Chicago and Miami to New York. And internationally, massive sales in London, Singapore and Hong Kong have drawn attention worldwide.

The city that offers the most expensive real estate luxury on the planet is Hong Kong. Luxury houses in the Chinese island territory averaged nearly $ 11,000 per square foot, or more than $ 118,000 per square meter, in 2012 the average size of a "multi-million dollar property" on the island is 483 square meters, which establishes the price of an average  luxury home in more than 57 million. The record for the most expensive city business is held by a house at Deep Water Bay Road, which sold for about $ 140,000 (at time of sale) per square meter in 2011. 

The second most expensive homes to high-end place is actually another city in Asia is Tokyo. The average size of a home in the capital of Japan is 1,480 square meter, for an average of $ 82.000 per square meter. In other words, an opulent mansion in Tokyo has a market value of 121.3 million dollars. 

London, where a house was recently traded for about $ 120 million, ranks third in the list, with an average price per square meter of $ 57.000. The average home has about 734 multimillion square meters and cost about $ 42 million.

The housing prices have soared 107% in the ultra-prime London market since 2005, despite the global economic crisis. However, in general, the increase was more dramatic in emerging markets such as Singapore and Mumbai, where prices have soared 232% and 176%, respectively, since 2005 growth is due in large part to the fact that both started from a relatively low base. 

Interestingly, the market for super luxury New York, despite the large purchases, like the penthouse of 88 million dollars Ekaterina Rybolovleva at 15 Central Park West penthouse and $ 70 million of Steve Wynn at the Ritz Carlton, achieved only sixth place in the list, after Paris (No. 4) and Moscow (number 5). The average price per square foot in the Big Apple was $ 44.174 in 2012 Yet that exceeds 47% handled sales prices during 2005, at the height of the housing bubble in the United States.

The list of 10 cities with the most expensive luxury real estate:

1 Hong Kong, China 
Average price per square meter: $ 118.000 
Average size of buildings: 483 m2 

2 Tokyo, Japan 
Average price per square meter: $ 82.000 
Average Size of property: 1,400 m2 

3 London, England 
Average price per square meter: $ 57.000 
Average size of buildings: 730 m2 

4 Paris, France 
Average price per square meter: $ 47.000 
Average Size of property: 1,000 m2 

5 Moscow, Russia 
Average price per square meter: $ 46.000 
Average size of buildings: 420 m2 

6 New York, United States 
Average price per square meter: $ 44.000 
Average size of buildings: 603 m2 

7 Shanghai, China 
Average price per square meter: $ 23.000 
Average size of buildings: 500 m2 

8 Singapore 
Average price per square meter: $ 19.000 
Average Size of property: 1,100 m2 

9 Mumbai, India 
Average price per square meter: $ 10.446 
Average size of buildings: 630 m2 

10 Sydney, Australia 
Average price per square meter: $ 9.400 
Average Size of property: 1,800 m2

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Five Reasons Why You Should Invest in International Real Estate

International real estate may be the best possible way for investors to amass a fortune over the coming decade. In times of great change and flux, the returns can be stratospheric. Supply, you see, can’t be turned on like a tap. It’s finite in the case of land.
Famed investor Jim Rogers said of beachfront “they ain’t making any more of it”. In the case of residential or office space, supply reacts with a multi-year lag. So, what happens when a growing swell of cash and investors in hot emerging markets chase a finite or slow-reacting supply? Prices and value appreciate at an accelerated rate…far faster than the economy or other assets.
With real estate, you can invest a relatively small amount of money to control a large asset. In parts of north-east Brazil for example, I’ve seen the value of some condos increase by 60% in two years. Better still, you could control this condo over the two year period with an investment of just 20% of the purchase price.
Real estate is also a great way to protect hard-won capital. Your asset is real, productive and has a use. You certainly can’t print any more of it. Historically, land has been one of the best hedges against inflation and turmoil. People will always need somewhere to live. Price bubbles may come and go… and come again. Meantime, your real estate always retains an intrinsic value.
Today, the best real estate opportunities are outside of the US. The great growth phase of the US economy is over (for now at least). Investors are concerned about where growth will come from, the security of their investments, and the value of their paper assets.
Things are different outside America’s borders. There are real growth opportunities. In fact, there’s a full spectrum of opportunities to profit. These range from high-growth frontier markets…to overseas powerhouses such as Brazil…to places so cheap that they represent true long-term value.
Brazil, for example, is now a middle class country. Half the population now falls into the middle class bracket. Last year, the country created 2.5 million jobs. Credit and mortgage finance is opening up. As soon as people move into that middle class category, they become consumers. That includes putting themselves in the market for a shiny new condo. And the 2.5 million new working folks need to work somewhere…an office, a factory, or maybe even a Starbucks!
Think about what this means: a surge in demand for these categories of real estate. We know from what we have seen elsewhere that this means prices should rise— as should the income you derive from these assets. There has been a flood of money into the stock markets of these new powerhouses. Some markets seem expensive. Yet prices of real estate may not reflect this. You can bet on these powerhouses effectively at a lower valuation.
Buying international real estate has five major advantages right now:

1. You retain control. You can buy, sell, rent, or develop, according to your schedule and your requirements.
2. You can generate a cash flow in another currency. This is a great way to diversify your portfolio towards appreciating currencies such as the Brazilian real.
3. It’s a great inflation hedge. Real estate is better than just cash flow in another paper currency. It’s a hard asset. That means it retains a value independent of any paper currency’s nominal value.
4. Real estate has multiple uses. Land you buy can be used for agriculture or forestry while you wait for the people, the tourists or industry to come. The new middle classes in China, Brazil and India are eating more meat (which means more land is needed to grow feed such as corn). They also need wood for construction and furniture in their new homes.
5. Real estate investing is fun. Your real estate investment can double as a personal retreat, part-time residence, or vacation getaway.You can enjoy it while it’s appreciating in value…generating rental returns…and safeguarding your net worth.

Source: International Living

Mexico, the real estate market where you must invest

Summary: Mexico’s commercial real estate industry is growing due to different factors such as the creation of investment trusts, significant changes in regulations, competitive land prices and the economic development of new business centers across the country.

The Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals, is expecting to see a growth of 6% in 2014 in the sector, which, according to its president, Martha Ramirez Gallegos, will exceed the predicted 2.77% GDP growth for this year.
In a recent annual survey conducted by The Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate (AFIRE) Mexico was listed as the third highest emerging country for commercial real estate investments, following China and Brazil.

The Roots of Growth
Jorge Castañares, business director for Aguirre Newman Mexico and specialist and professor of real estate says that the creation of the Real Estate Investment Trust (FIBRAS) as well as the Capital Development Certificate (CKD) boosted the growth in this sector. “In 2005 the Rental Tax Law was modified, entitling certain legal and trust entities to a fiscal allowance enabling them to absorb said tax and allowing structured long-term investments,” Castañares explained. Currently there are eight FIBRAS operating in the country that invest in real estate through the Mexican Stock Exchange and whose value has been estimated in the region of 170 billion Mexican pesos (US$13 billion).
Besides, Mexico has become attractive to the energy industry, the manufacturing industry and corporate industry, according to Castañares. Over the last few years several industrial, logistic, business and techno parks have been built. These currently cover around 50 million square feet, spread out over 300 industrial parks of international quality. The amount of available office space has also shot up outside of Mexico City, in areas such as Toluca, Puebla, Hidalgo and the Bajio region. It is estimated that currently there are in the region of 4.5 million square meters of class A and B offices in Mexico, a figure that could well be doubled by the year 2020, states Castañares.

Valuable Space
After the real estate bubble burst in the United States and Spain, it set off a far-reaching financial crisis towards the end of the last decade; but the Mexican market has shown, at least to the experts, real signs of growth.
Early in 2014, ProMexico published a study regarding the price per square meter of land for industrial use across Mexico City and 52 other locations. The study, based on facts supplied by the Colliers International Real Estate Firm, revealed that the highest prices are in Queretaro, with an average of 2,793 pesos (US$262), rising to as much as 4,781 pesos ($370.86). This was followed by Mexico City’s Federal Disctrict, with an average price of 2,152.80 pesos ($167); Pachuca, Hidalgo, with 1,951 pesos ($151); Tijuana, Baja California with 1,799 pesos ($139.50) and Guadalajara, Jalisco with 1494 pesos ($116).
However, businesses that contract installation areas for commercial and industrial use can find prices ranging from $55 to $75 in the Federal Distict, $50 to $60 in Guadalajara or Monterrey and $40 to $50 in Queretaro.


Bajio, the Place to Invest
KPMG’s survey “Mexican’s Upper Management Outlook for 2014” reveals that 45% of the Mexican executives that are looking to expand their operations in Mexico over the next three years will do so by expanding into the area known as the Bajío region, which encompasses the states of Aguascalientes, Guanajuato, Queretaro and San Luis Potosi.
“The fact that nearly half of the country’s executives are interested in investing in the Bajio region shows the possibilities for its economic and business growth over the next few years,” states Ricardo Arellano, the associate in charge of the KPMG office in Leon, Guanajuato.
The real estate industry has developed significantly in this area. According to Castañares, the area has become one region instead of four separate states. “They will be complementary states that offer commercial, manufacturing, hotelier and residential possibilities; they will become a macro region where complementary real estate services will be provided,” Castañares said.
Although the general consensus is optimistic, the Economic Ministry’s recently revised expectations of 2.77% national growth have prompted conservative forecasts from experts. “If the country does not regularly increase by at least 3.5% over a reasonable period, it runs the risk of investors slowing down.  The sector moves according to demand,” Castañares said.
So, the greatest challenge for the Mexican government is to accelerate the infrastructure plan required by the country, spend prudently, promote the creation of new businesses and thus generate employment, as sustainable growth is needed.

Are housing prices about to rise in the USA?

Summary: The recovery of the American economy is generating great housing demand which eventually might lead to an increase on housing prices due to a very slow building rhythm. 

In a new analysis the National Association of Realtors measured whether new home construction has kept up with job creation to determine the impact of construction on housing supply.

The analysis shows that the labour market, which is a key to overall economic health, has recovered all of the eight million jobs lost since the recession and that new home construction is underperforming in 32 states and the District of Columbia.

Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, says there’s a strong relationship between new jobs and an increase in demand for housing. ‘Historically, there’s one new home construction for every one and a half new jobs.

He added that their analysis found that a majority of states are constructing too few homes in relation to local job market conditions and that the disparity was the greatest in Florida, Utah, California, Montana and Indiana, where job creation has been particularly strong.

‘A persistent lag in new home construction will lead to faster home price growth, which will negatively impact housing affordability,’ said Yun.

Additionally, real estate agents home price growth expectations in the first quarter of 2014 was generally strongest in states facing housing shortage conditions. Lack of inventory has pushed prices up and put pressure on affordability, especially for first time buyers.

‘Agents have an intuitive sense of how fast prices are likely to rise from on the field observations. Their price outlook largely shows gains to be the strongest in states with slow home construction in relation to job growth,’ Yun pointed out.

Looking ahead, Yun said that home builders will have to produce amidst the current challenges facing the building market. Limited access to credit for smaller builders, rising construction costs, concerns about the re-emergence of entry level consumers to the market in the face of student debt and a tight credit box, and general decline in affordability and purchase power over the last year.

Before this scenario finding the perfect house for you might be very difficult. That's why Multi Listing Service is working hard to give you many options in all USA states so you can find a house that perfectly adapt to your needs and budget.

So go at once to http://www.multilistingserviceusa.com/ and find your house right now!

Real estate Florida

Florida Real Estate

The first thing to say about the MLS brand is that it is forever changing the traditional way that selling property happens. Normally when a property owner decides to put his property on the market he will do a quick survey of his local area and decide what he needs to do to maximize the possible selling price. This will normally involve some repainting, maybe a quick upgrading of the kitchen and bathroom (2 areas that always increase the value of a property by more than they cost), and always making sure the place is clean and if there is a garden that it is neat and tidy with the lawn mowed and flower beds clear of weeds. 

Then they solicit the interest of the local realtors who will all advise on the possible selling price and, provided and agreement is reached will take their own photos and list the property on their books, websites and so on. Hopefully a client will come along and view the house, by arrangement, and make an acceptable offer and a sale agreement will be concluded. After that it all goes to notaries and mortgage companies and once it is all settled the sellers mortgage will be settled and a new Mortgage registered on the site. Out of the balance between the mortgage settlement fee and the amount the seller actually receives will be a number of fees by far the largest of which will be the commission due to the realtor. 

Well MLS is changing all that. 

For a start an individual with a property to sell is at liberty to list his own property on the MLS site for a small fee and then enjoy all the benefits available to normal members . These include unlimited text, Photographs including the 360 degree panoramas and virtual tours. 

Google Maps and Street views, Optimizers so the ads will show on mobile devices and connections to the social media such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Then inclusion in the top international directories and all other of these benefits. 

Next and most importantly then is the fact that MLS Websites get over 1 million visitors every month and so there is a very good chance that the property will be viewed numerous times by the many buyers who are searching for properties such as yours and in your location. 

Now the benefits are manifold . Firstly MLS does not charge commission on its own. It allows the professional members to earn commission from the seller directly. Furthermore it allows a non professional to find a job as a realtor as anyone who believes they can find a buyer for any of the properties listed on any of the MLS Websites to agree to share the commission due to the whoever listed the property in the first place. 

So there are a great number of advantages to listing your property on the MLS Global Websites wherever it happens to be. Join the growing number of people using this new and effective way of buying and selling property.

Check www.multilistingserviceusa.com

Properties Wanted Worldwide

There are many sites out there which let you list your property but only MLS Global and its network of Real Estate sites which allows you to list your intension to buy a property in that area.

What this means is you can go the the website and with in a few minute leave a ad for agents and brokers to see what type of property you are looking for, and in what area you also require.

This is how it works.

First only agents in that area get to see your wanted ad, this stops you getting spam email from all over Mexico.

Second they have to be members of MLS Member to be able to see your ad and have logged into MLS  property system.

Third the Agents and Brokers must work with in the term and conditions of our site which stops them send you listing on properties you are not interested in.


So here are a few direct links.

MLS Wanted Ads Mexico

MLS Wanted Ads USA

MLS Wanted Ads Canada

MLS Wanted Ads UK

MLS Wanted Ads Thailand

MLS Wanted Ads Philippines

MLS Wanted Ads France

MLS Wanted Ads Bermuda

MLS Wanted Ads Spain

MLS Wanted Ads Brazil

MLS Wanted Ads Australia

Enjoy hope you find what you are looking for.

Real estate Bermuda listings

Why Multi Listing Service  so important the property market in Bermuda  

MLS Bermuda stands out in the crowd.

Summary: The multi listing service systems provide many benefits to individuals as well. Here we have listed all the information that you need to know about these systems. 

Resource box: Being part of a multi listing service has many benefits for you as an agent. Not only you get exposure to better deals but your commission rate is also increased. 

If you have ever bought a property or dealt with any kind of real estate deal then you must have heard of the multi listing service and system. With the real estate markets getting more dynamic and brutal it is very important to know about the multi listing service and the way you can use it. May be you already have an idea of what MLS is all about. For those who do not have any knowledge on what the MLS is and why it is used, we provide some basic information. 

Multi Listing Service Systems  

The MLS Bermuda or multi listing service bermuda is a website with many services which are provided to the participant of the system in various forms of real estate deals. The participants of such a system are the real estate agents and brokers and they get many benefits by being a part of MLS Bermuda. They get  better property listing opportunities as well as more commissions on each deal. The terms and conditions of a MLS can differ as per the local real estate laws and the participants of the system. If you are also an agent who is dealing with real estate listing and selling then being a part of local MLS is going to benefit you a lot. 

Often we are asked by people, usually by the property agents and brokers about why the use of multi listing systems is advisable. We can give you many reasons about why you should use them and here we list the major benefits.

Benefits of Multi Listing Service Indonesia

The first and foremost importance of a MLS is that it provides you potential and real estate centric place to offer deals and get customers. There is no crowded market for the property listing and dealings. And the members of the listing system are able to list the properties and sell them using MLS. Therefore if you are an individual then opting for the services of an agent who is a part of any MLS will help you get most investments for your property. 

The description which is provided on the multi listing systems about the various aspects of a property is most concise and accurate. The pictures, area information, dimension specifications and what makes a property special is all shared on these systems. This helps you as a customer getting only genuine real estate deals and saves your time. 

Also when the property is listed on MLS there are various parameters involved for filtering the results like price range, number of bedrooms, additional amenities and a lot more. This way you property listed on MLS gets most attention. Even the more frequently the data is updated about a property or the agent on these systems the higher your property appears in the list. 

The best part of making use of the multi listing systems is that you do not just get the service of only one agent if your property is listed on these systems. You get attention of hundreds of agents in the local area who are participants of the service of MLS. 

Our system of websites allows a user to place a property listing in St George and it is then links to several other MLS Websites run by our Company MLS Global. With no effort on the users part the listing is placed on MLS Caribbean and the MLS Global

These are some major benefits of these systems. Go ahead and be a part of a MLS for better understanding and reaping the advantages. 

Check us out at www.multilistingservicebermuda.com

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Free MLS Bermuda property listing

Try out the fantastic promotion being offered by MLS Bermuda, 

Advertising properties for sale is always an expensive business. If you, as a professional realtor or as a private seller wish to advertise your property in the newspapers and local magazines the cost of the insertions mount up. Furthermore they only reach a limited, local readership. To advertise further afield, in nationwide publications for example, is hugely expensive and the cost benefit ration becomes questionable. 

Of course most professionals will have their own websites and the properties on their books will be listed there. But those are rather hit and miss affairs as the browser needs to find the keywords to display the property concerned. 

But now there is the Multi listing Service for Bermuda which is part of the MLS Global network of properties. MLS Global is an organization which allows individuals as well as professionals to list their properties on a website which has over a million viewers every month from all over the world. Thus 1 listing in the Bermuda has the potential to be seen by buyers from Germany, Canada, Italy, USA the United Kingdom or anywhere else where there are people who are looking to purchase property in your area. 

Furthermore they are now promoting the service of allowing a property owner or agent to list the property not only on the one website but on multiple MLS websites around the world while only paying the regular low single listing fee. 

What this means is that your desirable property, be it a commercial property in Saint George, A condo on in Tucker's Town, and apartment in Hill View or a house in North Shore Village will appear on the regular listings in MLS Barbados, MLS USA, MLS Hong Kong and so on. It matters not where or what the property details are, The photographs, the 360 degree virtual tour, the Video, the street map and the descriptions will automatically appear with the necessary bandwidth given at no extra charge on www.multilistingservicebermuda.com, MLS Bermuda, MLS Caribbean, and on MLS Global for FREE!. 

So if you are an individual with a desirable property which you wish to sell then this is your chance to get a fantastic global coverage for the cost of a local listing. The advantages can't be emphasised enough as with all advertising the wider the audience the greater the probability of a sale. There is the option of paying a little extra to ensure the property is "featured". It is known that featured items sell faster as more buyers will look at the featured listings as a matter of course. 

For professionals there are some additional perks being offered. Selected professionals in Bermuda  are being given the opportunity to list up to five properties on all these sites for free. All listing are complete with all the tools and gadgets that are normal withal MLS listings and are available in 4 languages. 

So go at once to http://www.multilistingservicebermuda.com/index.php?action=addon_signup_promo. Enter the code mlspromo and get you property seen by a world wide list of buyers who just may be looking for what you have to offer.

MLS Global Website listing now have QR Codes

A QR code (quick response code) is a type of 2D bar code that is used to provide easy access to information through a smartphone.

Example of a QR code

QR codes are also generated for use in your flyers direct from the MLS Website as well as been able to add them to Windows displays and Craigslist listing. All this saving you time and effort. This we feel at MLS Global will be a great asset to our site.

In this process, known as mobile tagging, the smartphones owner points the phone at a QR code and opens a barcode reader app which works in conjunction with the phone ’s camera.

The reader interprets the code, which typically contains a call to action such as an invitation to download a mobile application, a link to view a video or an SMS message inviting the viewer to respond to a poll. The phone’s owner can choose to act upon the call to action or click cancel and ignore the invitation.
Static QR codes, the most common type, are used to disseminate information to the general public.

They are often displayed in advertising materials in the environment (such as billboards and posters), on television and in newspapers and magazines. The codes creator can track information about the number of times a code was scanned and its associated action taken, along with the times of scans and the operating system of the devices that scanned it.

Dynamic QR codes (sometimes referred to as unique QR codes) offer more functionality. The owner can edit the code at any time and can target a specific individual for personalized marketing. Such codes can track more specific information, including the scanners names and email address, how many times they scanned the code and, in conjunction with tracking codes on a website, conversion rates.

The technology for QR codes was developed by Densa-Wave, a Toyota subsidiary. The codes were originally used for tracking inventory.

Free Android QR Reader click here to got to Andriod store
Free Iphone QR Reader click here to got to Iphone store

Resource Bos www.multilistingserviceusa.com

Property for sale in Thailand

As its the Property Market booms, the Thai government has committed to spending around $72 billion Thb on infrastructure projects over the next five years, in order to increase tourism and investment into the country.

We at MLS Global with its huge network of property websites are actively seeking properties to be listed on our website, www.multilistingservicethailand.com To help the many 1000s of visitors coming to our sites every day looking for property, not only beach front but office buildings , Hotels, and Condos of all sizes. And now with the governments plans is that the development work, which will include new roads and railways linking the country’s major hubs, is having a positive effect on the property market, increasing rental returns and driving holiday makers and second home hunters towards the country’s wide range of housing stock.

It may not be the most traditional choice for a second home, but overseas investors looking for something a little different are being encouraged to invest in Thailand.

Property in the country’s oldest resort of Hua Hin, with its beautiful beaches and gentle pace of life, could be an ideal investment for an expat looking further afield than the Costas. Situated 145km South of Bangkok, the area has a reputation for being one of the safest and cleanest in the country and is already attracting a growing expat community.

Amazing Properties for sale at way below market value fuel sales all over Thailand

Two bed townhouses within a resort featuring a shared pool and balconies can be purchased from around £50,000 while one-bed beachfront condos can be picked up for around £50,000-60,000.

So now is the time to invest in Thailand.

Check out our Select of property for sale from agents and brokers around Thailand.

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Isla Mujeres Lot for Sale MLS Mexico

Oceanfront property for sale on the eastern [Caribbean] side of Isla Mujeres. Large buildable lot is fenced and cleared, with all living plants kept alive. It has paved road access on 3 sides and features an unobstructed view of the beach directly in front of the property.

The lot has a total of 14,945 square feet–1,388.50 square meters.

 From front to back the lot is 93 meters long - almost as long as a football field. It is located on Carretera Perimitral al Garrafon (main road on the eastern side of the island), approximately 30 meters north of the Casa de las Palmas condominiums. From the lot, it is a 7-minute car ride to downtown Isla Mujeres, where banks, shopping, post office and the ferry to Cancun are all located.

Isla Mujeres is a quiet, peaceful, beach community with a year round population of around 15,000 people. 

It has most everything you'll need for living in a small beach community. Cancun is only a short ferry ride away and has a Wal-Mart, Costco, Sam's Club, the Cancun International Airport and USA-quality healthcare facilities.

The lot is exceptionally well priced for the island. Isla Mujeres is famous for its beautiful beaches, its snorkeling and its diving. Isla Mujeres was named by ISLANDS Magazine as one of the 5 best islands to live on in the world.

The owner of this property has set up a website with lot dimensions, detailed location information, legal description, map, direct owner contact,video, slideshow and photo galleries.

See images and more information at

MLS Mexico

State of Campeche, Mexico

Playa del Carmen, México

Real Estate Listing Websites for Best Mexican Property Deals

Real Estate Listing Websites for Best Mexican Property Deals 

Summary: The property listing websites are very beneficial for buying Mexican beachfront properties. Here we have detailed some important information on these websites. 

Resource Box: Mexico property deals are very different from other real estate markets. And land for sale Mexico should always be bought with proper bank trust or corporation. 

Most of the time people are confused when they think of buying a land for sale Mexico. As the country does not fall under the jurisdiction of the United States, the laws governing all the real estate transactions are different. Therefore before you set your step to buy a Mexico property we would like to share some interesting facts which will benefit you. In Caribbean environment, the feel of the freshness and joy in the air lures many to own their land here. Looking at the increased interest of the investors who are looking to buy property in the area and so the government has eased the regulations to an extent. 

Now owning your own coastline land in the Mexican region is not as difficult as it used to be. Still the real estate dealings in the region are not exactly the same like other property markets. The Mexican government do not support any other nation’s lawyer intervention or services for the legal work. Therefore, first you will need a Mexican lawyer strictly to represent your side in the deal. Another important thing is that due to no direct regulation in the real estate markets in Mexico, it is not safe to buy any property from individual and part time or freelancing agents or brokers. Always take help from the legal professionals and qualified real estate companies to buy a property in Mexico. You can easily get the credentials of reputable companies with the Mexican consulates. 

The online services 

Buying a beachfront property is way too easy for the clients making use of the online real estate listing services. The Mexican beachfront area is very restrictive and in the past few years there has been a dramatic increase in the population there. This has caused high rise in the price of properties in Mexico. The online Mexican property listing  websites offer you the opportunity to make most of the available beachfront properties easily. 

These listing websites only deal with the reliable and genuine properties. This decreases the troubles on the part of the buyers. They do not have to do background checks and all other stuff to find out a legally approved property.

With the use of the websites, it is also very easy to find a potential property of your interest. As the properties listed on these websites are filtered based on price, space specification and other keywords you can easily find a property of your interest. Also, it is not possible for you to visit every coastline property on your own, these listing websites bring all the specifications and descriptions at your doorstep. Make use of these websites to understand the advantages and unique features of a property which can be more beneficial for you. As these websites offer you many options, you may find a better deal within the same budget. 

As the legal documentation of Mexican real estate transactions is different from other listing websites provide many useful resources for this support as well. Altogether the real estate listing websites provide you a reliable as well as proficient way of buying Mexican beachfront properties with ease. 

MLS Mexico

Buyers guide for Mexico beachfront property

Summary: People usually have many problems related to oceanfront property in Mexico. Here we have listed all the details of buying such properties for you. 

Resource box: Buying beachfront in Mexico is a dream for many. Well buying Mexico property is not as simple as there are different laws governing the markets. 

Mexico, the land of enchantment is a place which attracts tourists from all over the world due to its beaches. Having your own place in Mexico can be very exciting as well as a great choice. This is exactly what came to my mind when I was buying beachfront in Mexico. It appeared to be a very simple task at the first place but the real task of buying a Mexico property turned out to be somewhat difficult. It is not that there is some kind of sinister real estate market here but due to my unawareness. Being new to the Mexico real estate policies, I was not at all aware of how to proceed. 

I do not want you all to face the same problem, that is why I bring you all the important information on how to buy a beachfront property in Mexico. 

The Beachfront Real Estate in Mexico 

The Caribbean beachfront properties are very limited. Not everyone gets the chance to boast that they own a property in the Caribbean. The property prices of the Eastern coastline of Mexico which is constituted by Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Morales, Tulum and Puerto Aventuras witnessed exceptional growth in the past years. Due to this, the property prices along the northern coastline called the Mayan Rivera, soared very high. The Rivera Maya is home to Sian Ka'an in the south east which is one of the world’s largest natural reserves. In this area, buying property is allowed but very restrictively and the transportation is also very difficult. In the next few year the Mexico gulf area of Campeche will be starting to come into its own so now is a good time to invest.

Therefore you have an idea how difficult it is to secure your place in Mexico. 

The things to keep in mind 

As there is no regulatory body as such which is controlling the real estate business in Mexico you will find a great variance in the quality of services you get. You will find an agent who is offering very lucrative property deals but their reliability is doubtable. Therefore before you hire any agent these are some questions to clarify: 

• Is the real estate company they represent has a certified escrow account either in Canada or U.S.?
• Is the agent resident of the local area? 
• If the agent is a foreigner, then can he can show you a valid working visa and passport?
• Ask for the referral of their previous clients 

Once all these questions are answered satisfyingly, then you can proceed further. 

After the agent has shown you enough convincing property then you can sign up the agreement. Make it a point to never pay even a dollar to the agent or company in hand. Transfer the money to the escrow account in the States or Canada.  The paper trail then obtained after making the payment assures that all your money is in right hands and safe. According to the normal norms the initial payment is 10% of the deal. 

Also remember that all these policies are for the domestic nationals, for foreigners the laws are entirely different. 

Useful Links

MLS Mexico

Merida Realty

Free Wanted ads in Mexico

Are you looking for Property in Mexico. 

There are many sites out there which let you list your property but only MLS Mexico url www.multilistingservicemexico.com allows you to list your intension to buy a property in Mexico.

What this means is you can go the the website and with in a few minute leave a ad for agents and brokers to see what type of property you are looking for, and in what area you also require.

This is how it works.

First only agents in that area get to see your wanted ad, this stops you getting spam email from all over Mexico.

Second they have to be members of MLS Mexico to be able to see your ad and have logged into MLS Mexico property system.

Third the Agents and Brokers must work with in the term and conditions of our site which stops them send you listing on properties you are not interested in.


So here is the direct link.

MLS Wanted Ads Mexico


Enjoy hope you find what you are looking for.

Buying Property in Mexico

The rise of burrito bars and Mexican street food restaurants springing up around the UK shows that Mexican culture away from the traditional images of tequila and huge hats is beginning to win the hearts and minds of the British public.

And while we may still lagging behind our North American counterparts in snapping up Mexican property, a small and adventurous band of Brits are beginning to discover the diverse delights that Mexico has to offer. Moving to Mexico means a great quality of life. The country’s economy, currently ranked 14th in the world, is booming with 700,000 new jobs created in 2010 alone. And the good news is that this economic surge has not been met with increased costs of living for residents and visitors. It is possible to live an extremely comfortable lifestyle for just £200 a month.

For those thinking of moving full time, Mexico is also famed for its excellent medical facilities. Becoming a resident (which you can do after purchasing land) enables entry into the National Health Care Plan which offers 100% cover for around £160 a year and access to the country’s first rate hospitals. And then there’s the warm weather. The Mexican Caribbean (Costa Maya) is 28 degrees year round and the rest of the country stays warm across the seasons.

Property hotspots in MexicoLos Cabos – One of Mexico’s most popular areas for investment, tourism, and relocation, Los Cabos is starting to see huge swathes of development and is already home to some of Mexico’s most prime luxury properties. The area’s popularity means that buyers will never be short of things to do, with a wealth of leisure and entertainment options available. While prices are rising in the area, you can still get a luxury townhouse, with access to golf courses and 24 hour security, starting from around £350,000. However, big spenders have the potential to spend £2 million on something really stunning.

Lake Chapala – An area that is growing in popularity with expat Brits, Lake Chapala offers one of the finest climates in the world and stunning scenery courtesy of the impressive 55 mile body of water. A nearby international airport at Guadalajara is only twenty minutes away, making access easy for holidaying Brits or visiting relatives.  Here, it is possible to buy a three bedroom villa within a semi gated community with access to a shared pool for £200,000.

Cancun – One of Mexico’s most international destinations, Cancun is popular with visitors from across the world in part due to its well connected airport Cancun International, which is Mexico’s biggest for international travellers and operates direct flights to and from London Gatwick, Glasgow International, Belfast International and East Midlands among others. Property in Cancun is, as a result, relatively high in price and more generous in rental yields. A 275sqm condo can be yours for  around £700,000 while a smaller but still not unsubstantial property of around 275sqm would set you round about £460,000.  The future is also looking bright for the area- modern beachfront hotels are beginning to attract increasing numbers of visitors to the area, which means even greater development.

Campeche – This area that is fast becoming the next Rivera Maya is of the Gulf side of the Yucatan. The area now has several large developments along the perfect white sandy beaches. A nearby international airport at Campeche is only forty minutes away from Sabancuy a small fishing village set to be the next big explosion in property market.  Along the coast you will see a few finished properties and the first main coastal attraction AKK Bal. Lots are available in this area from 95,000 for a 20 meter beachfront plot.

Buying process

The Mexican system of buying a property follows the Spanish notarial system with a notary acting for both the buyer and the seller. After the offer on a property has been accepted it is the notario’s job to organise the surveys, transfer of deeds, and to register the property with the relevant local authorities. Prior to this happening though, the buyer and seller will sign a promissory contract and a deposit of around 5-10% will be taken from the buyer.

One slight complication is the fact that the Mexican constitution prohibits direct ownership by foreigners of property within a “restricted zone”, which includes any land within 100km of Mexico’s borders (with the USA, Belize and Guatemala) and within 50km of its coastlines.

However, there are ways to get around this law.  Having realised the implications on overseas buyers investing in the country, the Mexican government introduced a form of trust scheme in 1994 which enables a bank (ie the mortgage lender) to own the title to the property, nominating the buyer as a beneficiary (meaning they have full ownership rights). Known as a fideicomiso, this is easily renewable and available in 50-year intervals.

There is no legal requirement to appoint a lawyer in Mexico, although this is highly recommended.

Buying costs

In total the cost of buying a home in Mexico will come to around eight per cent of the purchase price which includes forming the trust which your property is held in, estate agents fees and costs including notary fees and expenses and transfer taxes.

The cost of setting up the fideicomiso involves a one-off fee of £1,600, plus an annual fee for the trust based on the value of the property. In addition to this yearly charge, you will also need to pay 0.25 property tax per annum.

There is no VAT payable on residential property, but you will be charged 33 per cent capital gains tax on the rise in value of your property when you come to sell. The good news is that Mexico operates a double taxation treaty with the UK meaning that you will not be taxed twice on any profit you make.

Buyer beware

A consideration that potential buyers in Mexico must be aware of is the high cost of securing a mortgage in Mexico compared with the UK. Interest rates are currently around 14 per cent, and banks will require a deposit of between 30 and 40 per cent. It is also hard to secure funding through US lenders as many will only lend according to equity you have built up in the States. The best way to finance your property if you’re not buying with cash is to remortgage in the UK, which will enable you to avoid the high interest fees.

Another thing to note is the fact that estate agents in Mexico are not licensed or regulated in any way. Make sure you shop around to ensure you are dealing with someone reputable and that they are offering you value for money.

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