Still feeling lost?
House Hunting in a new city (and country) is a big deal.
Many required steps will prevent you from enjoying your new and well-deserved home.
And you must be well aware of them because, as you should know by now, they are different from what you’re used to.
Starting with the language barrier, which can make reviewing the contract much more difficult, the danger of a scam is always present.
That’s why you should, at least, know what are the expected steps for any real estate lease contract process:
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Gather the documentation. Yes, that’s right. The first step to securing your home is not searching for it, but ensuring you meet the owner’s criteria. Unfortunately, Mexican law heavily favors tenants over homeowners. Therefore, owners tend to be especially cautious when dealing with new renters. Having your temporary or permanent residency in order, and understanding what you can and can’t offer, will prevent you from falling in love with a place, only to discover later that you can’t have it because you lack a ‘fiador’ or ‘obligado solidario.’
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House hunting. Searching for a place isn’t just about finding the perfect space; it’s also about choosing the right neighborhood. Mexico City is densely populated, with much of the population concentrated in certain areas. This concentration can lead to issues like water scarcity, a recent problem affecting the city. Details like these (and many more) can easily go unnoticed if you don’t fully understand how each neighborhood functions.
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Finding the place. Once you’ve found the right one, another exhausting process begins. Communicating with the owner or the realtor representing them can present challenges, not only due to the language barrier but also because many lack real experience. And, let’s be honest: Your best interests are not always their priority.
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Signing the contract. Once this is done, the keys to your dream place will be yours. But first you need to carefully review the contract. Most of the time, it will be written in Spanish, with no translation available. Even if you get a translated contract, how can you be sure that what is written there is correct? Additionally, you must ensure that they create an inventory with photographs, detailing the condition of the apartment, so you can retrieve your deposit at the end of the contract.
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Bonus. You’ve made it! You’ve survived the grueling journey of renting an apartment. Now you have to make sure you pay for utilities (water, electricity, gas and internet). These are usually NOT included in the rent, so the amount you pay will depend on how much you use them each month. Knowing how to pay for them and how often is a necessity. However, it is an easy task, once you learn how to do it.
It’s a lot of information for you to process on your own.
The good news is you don’t have to.
We’re here to make the search for your next dream casa in Mexico City as stress-free as possible.
Because you don’t only need a professional’s opinion to make sure you’ve found the ideal place; you need someone who’ll prioritize your interests above all else.
Someone who’ll let you know when the deal is great or too good to be true. Because we’re locals too, and we know that not everyone is as good as they claim to be.
Someone who’s honest and will let you know if you’re stretching your budget too much. Because Mexico City is not the cheap paradise it’s often said to be.
Someone who knows what neighborhoods go with your vibe. Because every colonia en Mexico City has its unique charm.
And, finally, someone who has more than 8 years of real estate experience in rentals and buy-sell procedures in the city and surrounding areas. Because you need to know your future home is in good hands.
More than a real estate agent, you need an advisor.
That way you’ll make sure you get the place that fits your situation and needs the best.
What type of house hunting service would make your life easier, given your circumstances?
Remote real estate assistance
Applies for 1+ year rentals.
$4,000
MXN
LIMITED TIME OFFER!!
Includes two weeks of relocation concierge services.
Service details
Free first meeting. If you don’t like us, you don’t have to hire us. As simple as that!
Two weeks of dedicated remote english speaking real estate assistance.
Break down of the full rental/buying process, from the recognition of the realistic ideal home up to what to expect on each stage.
Remote assistance with all the documents and requirements you will need in order to buy a property (RFC, bank account and the permit from the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores).
Review of the lease/promise of sale contract in Spanish.
Transportation to and from the showing places.
On-site assistance at the time of signing the contract.
on-site real estate assistance
Applies for 1+ year rentals.
$6,000*
MXN
LIMITED TIME OFFER!!
Includes two weeks of relocation concierge services.
Service details
Free first meeting. If you don’t like us, you don’t have to hire us. As simple as that!
Two weeks of dedicated on-site english speaking real estate assistance.
Break down of the full rental/buying process, from the recognition of the realistic ideal home up to what to expect on each stage.
On-site assistance with all the documents and requirements you will need in order to buy a property (RFC, bank account and the permit from the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores).
Review and translation of the lease/promise of sale contract into English.
Transportation to and from the showing places, if needed.
On-site assistance at the time of signing the contract.
* This option has the possibility of receiving a full cashback of your money if the rent or buy is completed. More on the FAQs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answer: We don’t always get a retribution.
Long answer: In Mexico, the real estate business is not as regulated as in other countries. That’s why anyone can be a real estate agent if they decide they want to be one. There’s no license and no laws.
Each real estate company decides whether they want to share or not.
Spoiler: They mostly don’t share a dime.
This one is related to the first question.
It will depend whether the other agent is willing to share their commission with us or not.
We’ll share this information on each of the properties we’ll present to you, so you’re aware of which of those will let you have this benefit.
But, Wait a minute…
What if you own a property and want to rent it or sell it?
on the other hand…
Benefits of having us as your dedicated real estate advisors.
This is how working with us will make any property process less of a hassle for you.
Discover the opinions of those who have already worked with us.
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