Mosquitos – those little creatures that can be a big annoyance and even a danger to your health. With Puerto Vallarta’s rainy season, these pests come out in their largest numbers and while we do not have a problem with Zika virus in our region, mosquitos can certainly cause you a sleepless night as they […]

As real estate agents in Puerto Vallarta, one of the things we are frequently asked by foreigners buying property in Mexico is about the fideicomiso system. Here is a quick overview of what it is and how it works. In 1917, a constitutional law was passed in Mexico with stated that no foreigner may own […]

Are great weather and great beaches not quite enough for you? Do you still need a few more reasons to buy a property in Puerto Vallarta and make the move to Mexico? Well, the Puerto Vallarta real estate and lifestyle experts at Tropicasa Realty have 5 Reasons to Move to Mexico just for you. Meeting […]

At Tropicasa Realty, our expertise extends beyond residential real estate in Puerto Vallarta to commercial properties for those looking to start or relocate a business in Mexico. More and more, Mexico is attracting younger expatriates using traditional business and new online business models, drawn to the economic climate in Mexico that is not only advantageous […]

If you are buying a home in Puerto Vallarta and planning on living in Mexico full or part-time, being able to access funds from home is an important concern, particularly if you maintain bank or retirement accounts in the USA or Canada. Here are some of the easiest ways to manage your money in Mexico […]

Summer in Puerto Vallarta! It’s a wonderful time when our jungle mountainsides are lush and green, we have impressive lightening shows dancing across the bay and warm temperatures that send everyone to the beach and the pool to cool off. But with bikini weather comes strong sun exposure that requires extra diligence to protect your […]

To the happiness of residents, Mayor Arturo Dávalos Peña has launched a 3-step waste collection and reduction program in Puerto Vallarta, starting with the recent enactment of daily garbage pick-up. The next steps will include sanctions against those who do not adhere to waste regulations and waste separation programs, all designed to keep our city […]

Any savvy young person knows that starting retirement savings early is prudent. Savings plans like RRSPs or 401Ks and pensions plans are part of any balanced retirement portfolio, and millennials are taught the importance of diversified funds and compound interest. But while we teach the younger generation to invest in their retirement savings, should we […]