Baja Legal Information for Business & Real Estate
Real Estate Law
Permits
Revoked for Paraiso del Mar
The multi-billion dollar development had their environmental waivers revoked for overstepping their scope.
Title Insurance in Mexico
This could be an essential part of your Mexico real estate transaction.
Defining the Coastal Zone
Mexico's beaches are open to all. It will help you define where your coastal property ends.
Renting Your Mx Property
Investing in Baja real estate for renting part or full time some tips for the renter and landlord
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Tax Liability on Rental Income
Our Legal contributor, brings us this up to date on the Foreign Account Tax Compliance
Your Tax Liability in Mexico
Do you earn money in Mexico? It is likely you have a debt with "Hacienda" or Mexico's IRS.
US
Notaries vs; Notarios
Insight into the differences between the two which sound the same but are different.
The
Apostille – Legal Docs
A function of the Notario in Mexico is to make documents official and legal.
Collecting
Rent in Mexico?
The ramifications of not being properly set up to collect rent & Hacienda, is cracking down
Owning Coastal Property
If you own or lease coastal property in Mexico you are required to provide right of way.
Foreign
Investment in Mexico
Looking at the best strategy for a successful investment in Baja and title insurance.
Pitfalls of Buying Ejido Land
Problems from buying land that was Ejido Land. There are solutions to the problems.
Catastral Manifestation
Is the price stated in your Trust is the price that you paid for your Property? Don't get burned.
Owning
Coastal Property
Can foreigners own coastal property? There are safe ways to insure your investment.
Condo Life in Mexico
What to expect when buying a condominium in Mexico. Some aspects differ from the US.
Capital
Gains Tax in Mexico
Our legal contributor provides us this on defining article on capital gains in Mexico.
Mexican Government Resources
What is PROFECO?
Mexico's Consumer Affairs solution. Sometimes this resource can help solve disputes quickly. Other times...
Import / Export & Transportation
Import/Export
in Baja
Delivery by land, sea and air to Baja as well as providing the paperwork services.
Import & Transport in Baja
ACV can assist you in the importation and transportation of your good from the States.
Immigration Law in Mexico
New Immigration Law 2012
Mexico revised its immigration law effecting Tourist Card travelers & FM minimum income requirements.
Immigration Status in Mexico
With visas, resident, business owner & immigrante to pick from, choose the right one.
Immigration to Mexico FAQ's
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about becoming a Mx Citizen.
Becoming a Mexican Citizen
Our legal contributor provides us this up-to-date information on what it means & takes.
FM2
/ FM3 / Travel Visa Update
Immigration requirements for those living in Mexico will now carry an ID card.
General Law and Business Law.
New US Tax Laws
There are two newly enforced laws concerning the taxation on Mex accounts of U.S. citizens abroad.
Closing
Deals in Mexico
Protecting your interests before the contract is signed is always the best medicine.
Starting a Business in Mexico
Immigration limits what you can do but there are several options for structuring your business.
Environmental Studies
Development of coastal properties requires environmental impact studies.
Business Terms in Mexico
The translation is difficult enough. Words germain to business can be critical.
Divorce Laws
in Mexico
There are different ways to get married, Is better to marry, divorce or just 'live in sin?
Foreigner Discrimination
An overview of discrimination against foreigners & the remedies provided by law.
Documents
Needed in Mexico
A run down the documents you will need in Mexico for official business and immigration.
License, Import and Plates
The process of getting a drivers license, importing your vehicle and getting plates for the car.
Mexico
Decriminalizes Drugs
There is a reason the law hasn't caused much hoop la from the left or right.
What is Derecho de Tanto?
An authoritative article. This little term is of great importance in the legal system here.
Property & Incomes Taxes
Compares and contrasts Mexican laws & the tax laws you may be familiar with in the US.
What is a Factura?
Need a tax deduction for a purchase in Mexico?, A register tape won't do!
After
an Auto Accident in Mexico
I had my first accident in Mexico. May our readers benefit from my misfortune in this account of what happens after the crash.
Replacing
a Lost or Stolen Passport
When your passport disappears it doesn't mean the end of your vacation. We look at what you should do before you panic.