Month: April 2018

Confused about Whether to Buy or Rent in Mexico?

Confused about Whether to Buy or Rent in Mexico?

As one of the most up-and-coming destinations for retirement, permanent immigration or “snowbirding”, Mexico offers a variety of options when it comes to making the country your home. From fractional ownership, vacation clubs to rentals and real estate, it is easy to make Mexico your home. At our Garza Blanca real estate offer, we get a number of queries from clients looking to purchase real estate in Mexico about whether it is better to buy or rent in Mexico. So we thought we’d tackle this question. Buy or rent in Mexico? Whether to buy or rent in Mexico depends on several factors such as your experience in the country, your overall goals, and your financial capabilities. Both choices offer benefits. Advantages of Renting Properties in Mexico Your financial status at the moment may be suited to rent a property instead of buying one. There are also individuals or families who would be best to rent for a certain time until they are sure that the property is indeed the best alternative for them, then finalize …

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Advantages of being an Expat in Mexico

Advantages of being an Expat in Mexico

Today’s world is changing; travel is more accessible, and as a result more Canadians and Americans are going to foreign lands in order to retire. Mexico is one of the most popular destinations for retirees from the USA and Canada; this isn’t really a surprise, however, as Mexico has much to offer. Advantage of being an Expat in Mexico The laid-back lifestyle and good weather are just two of the factors that draw people to Mexico, but they are some of the really big ones. Of course, to name just a few of the others there is the high quality healthcare (at reasonable prices, too), and the lower cost of living; both of these things are becoming harder and harder to find in the USA and Canada. Planning ahead in order to retire well is something that all individuals should do so that they can minimize stress and enjoy their golden years to the fullest. In this article we will take a quick look at how much money you would really need to become an …

Puerto Vallarta Lifestyles - Old Town

Puerto Vallarta Lifestyles – Old Town

Enjoying a Puerto Vallarta lifestyle is one of the main attractions of purchasing real estate at Garza Blanca Preserve on the south shore of Banderas Bay. Voted one of the top places to live, Puerto Vallarta is a prime location for retirees, snowbirds and people who work remotely looking for a high quality of life. Garza Blanca real estate is ideally situated just a 10-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town, which is an up and coming area with plenty of recent investment into the neighborhood’s infrastructure, restaurants, spas and stores. Find out below why living close to Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town may be attractive for you and yours. Charming cobblestone streets One of the best things about Puerto Vallarta, in our opinion, is an area south of El Centro which is known as Old Town, or Zona Romantica. As well as having access to the most popular beach in the area (albeit very busy), it still has that authentic small town feel that you won’t find in many Mexican vacation hotspots now. As you …

Imagine Having Musicians in Your Home

Imagine Having Musicians in Your Home

If you’re a music lover, or just someone who loves to have music in the background, the restaurants and communal areas of the Garza Blanca Resort & Spa, and the Hotel Mousai will be havens for you. Whether you’re eating or lounging by the pool you can expect an exciting musical experience thanks to the Preserve’s regular live music program. Music for the Senses This program, called Music for the Senses, is delivered by four expert Musicians who hail from Cuba; they play a range of live music and use a multitude of instruments including the saxophone, trumpet, violin, and flute. Talented Musicians in your home Cuban-born musicians, Kenia Marquez Landa, Kátherin González Álvarez, Claudia Madera Neyra and Jorge Luis Escalona Reyna have created a program which not only complements each of the venues throughout the resort, but provides variety and stimulation too! Inspiration for your senses You can enjoy uplifting and stimulating music at key locations across the resort, provided by one of the aforementioned artists. You will be serenaded in the restaurants, by …

Quality at Garza Blanca Real Estate

Quality at Garza Blanca Real Estate

Buying real estate is as much an emotional decision as it is a financial one; we fall in love with a particular place, view, or property and we know we simply must have it. This is when all practicalities, such as how well the house was constructed, what materials were used, and the cost of renovation and/or repair start to slide from our minds. Fortunately, if you fall in love with Garza Blanca real estate you can be sure of the quality of construction and finishings that come along with it. Construction, finishings and furniture at Garza Blanca Preserve All of the real estate on the Garza Blanca Preserve have been built to last using high quality construction materials and finishings. The kitchens are fitted with the best appliances from brands like Kitchenaid, and the granite counter-tops will withstand years of intensive use. The bathrooms and floors are finished with marble, and the windows throughout these homes are double-glazed and designed to withstand gale-force winds. Water quality While many residents of Garza Blanca Real Estate …