Located on the famous Malecon, one of the local attractions that never fails to delight Puerto Vallarta property owners and visitors alike, is the Danza de los Voladores, flying through the air with a burst of color high over the beach below. Meaning “Flying Dancers” in English, the Danza de los Voladores is an ancient […]
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CONOCER: You Know We Know
We are pleased to announce that as part of our ongoing dedication to be the trusted name in Puerto Vallarta real estate, our Tropicasa Realty agents are certified by CONOCER (the National Council for Standardization and Certification of Labor Competencies) through the Secretary of Education, a federally qualifying real estate program endorsed by the Mexican […]
Sticking to Your 2019 Resolution
Oh, those New Year’s resolutions. We all make them with the best of intentions but sticking to them can be an effort in frustration year after year. We talked to our team of Puerto Vallarta Realtors at Tropicasa Realty…. some of the most dedicated and focused people we know…. for their tips on helping make […]
December Pilgrimages in Puerto Vallarta
The Christmas season in Puerto Vallarta is full of magic and cultural tradition, including the annual December pilgrimages down our cobblestone streets in honor of the Virgin of Guadalupe. A tradition since 1921 in our city, this is a pinnacle point of holiday celebrations each year. The Virgin of Guadalupe is a revered figure in […]
Aguinaldo: The Christmas Bonus
Once of the many benefits of living in Mexico is that services are much less expensive than in the USA or Canada, meaning that many people who own a home in Puerto Vallarta can employ a maid, gardener or handyman to help around the house. Now that the holiday season has arrived, it is a […]
Getting a Sales Tax Rebate
If you have travelled through the Puerto Vallarta airport, no doubt you have seen kiosks advertising tax rebates on IVA (sales tax) for foreigner visitors. But what is this program and who applies? We have some answers about applying for sales tax rebates in Mexico. To be eligible you must: * Be visiting Mexico on […]
Tips to Resolve HOA Disputes
When you buy a condo in Puerto Vallarta, a strong Homeowners Association is one of the key components to ensure a peaceful living environment, a well-maintained building and to protect the value of your Mexican real estate investment. But what should you do if you run into an issue or disagreement with the HOA of […]
Gernika Pintxos: A Taste of Spain in Puerto Vallarta
The authentic flavors of Spain have come to the Romanic Zone with Gernika Pintxos restaurant, a chic new space focusing on delicious Spanish tapas and wines in Puerto Vallarta. “Pintxos” (also known as “pinchos”) are a snack served in bars and small restaurants in Northern Spain, usually served on a skewer or toothpick to enjoy […]
Understanding the Ejido
Ejido land (pronounced eh-hee-do) is a term you may come across when considering real estate in Puerto Vallarta or other parts of Mexico and it isn’t something easily understood, because the concept is not found in other parts of North America. In a simple history, after the Mexican Revolution and under the Mexican Constitution, large […]
Neighborhood Spotlight: Fluvial Vallarta
Fluvial Vallarta is known as one of the most family-friendly, upper-middle-class neighborhoods in Puerto Vallarta, conveniently located halfway between Old Town Puerto Vallarta and Marina Vallarta. With La Isla Plaza, a modern shopping, dining and entertainment center, fantastic restaurant options and public beach access just 500 meters away, this neighborhood has a lot to offer. […]
