Thinking About Buying Property in Mexico? Here’s What You Actually Need to Know

[Ciro Antonio Martínez Morales]

Hey BiggerPockets Community 👋🏼

Over the next days, I’ll be publishing a full series of posts that break down the Mexican legal system for foreign investors clearly, professionally, and with zero fluff.

Here’s why:

I’ve noticed there’s a lot of confusion surrounding buying real estate in Mexico. Some say you can’t own beachfront property, others claim it’s too risky, or that everything must go under someone else’s name.
❌ Not true.
✅ You absolutely can invest safely and legally and it's easier than it looks once you understand the rules.

The truth is:
Mexico is full of incredible investment opportunities, luxury, vacation rentals, retirement properties and YES, foreigners can own real estate here.

But you need to understand:

• What is the Restricted Zone and how it works

• What a Fideicomiso (Bank Trust) actually is

• The difference between owning through a Mexican Corporation vs Direct Title

• What legal documents and taxes are required

• How to avoid risks like ejido land or improper zoning

This series will be your go-to resource to understand all of it.

💡 I’ll post in short, digestible blocks so you can absorb it quickly and apply it smartly.

Whether you’re planning to buy a condo in Tulum, a rental in Playa del Carmen, or just curious about Mexico as a market this is for you.

Drop any questions below if there’s a topic you’d like covered.
Let’s demystify Mexico together.