by Judi Shaw | Sep 17, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
Are you an American buyer looking to purchase real estate in Playa del Carmen? While most property transactions in the area are handled in US Dollars, certain purchases—such as buying directly from a developer—require payments in Mexican Pesos (MXN). Converting USD to...
by Judi Shaw | Sep 16, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
Are you an American or Canadian buyer looking to purchase your dream home in the Riviera Maya? If so, you are likely looking for ways to streamline your purchase and save money on your investment. In a recent interview, our team at Living Riviera Maya Real Estate, sat...
by Judi Shaw | Sep 14, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
September is Mexican Independence Month. Celebrations culminate with El Grito on September 15, followed by Independence Day on September 16, bringing flags, food, music, and festivities throughout the Riviera Maya. Tourism is quieter, too, giving the region a...
by Judi Shaw | Sep 10, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, no matter how intense our marketing efforts are, a property just does not sell. Even with multiple showings. Even with a few offers. What is going on? How does that happen? For a seller, this can be incredibly frustrating,...
by Judi Shaw | Sep 8, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
Are you an American or Canadian buyer looking to purchase your dream home in the beautiful Riviera Maya? If so, you are likely looking for ways to streamline your purchase and, more importantly, save money on your investment. In a recent interview, our team at Living...
by Judi Shaw | Aug 18, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
As you might expect, the place I keep coming back to is property in Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, Tulum, and the surrounding Riviera Maya. One of the most interesting pieces of the story starts with the Mexican peso. The U.S. dollar has decreased against...
by Judi Shaw | Jul 28, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
A colleague and I were talking last week about how real estate actually works in this region. We’re both Canadian, both licensed agents, and both still caught off guard by how little regulation and oversight actually exist here. She told me about a social media...
by Judi Shaw | Jul 15, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
Why Riviera Maya Continues to Be a Safe Real Estate Investment in 2026 For years, the Riviera Maya has remained one of the most attractive destinations for foreign real estate investment in Mexico. Despite global economic uncertainty, changing financial markets, and...
by Judi Shaw | Jul 9, 2026 | Blog, Riviera Maya Real Estate
When it comes to buying properties in the Riviera Maya, buyers have two options: resale or pre-construction. While many investors opt for pre-construction properties, there are several benefits to buying resale properties that shouldn’t be overlooked. As a local...
