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Find Jalapeño to Win Dinner For 2 at No Way José!
Patrick Harrison

Enter Tropicasa Realty's 'Find Jalapeño' contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed as Father Hidalgo on the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.

Staging Your Puerto Vallarta Home for Sale
RonMorgan.net

Lost in a world of fantasy. That is exactly where you want a potential buyer of your Puerto Vallarta home to be. You want them to fantasize about living in the space you are trying to sell. Preparing for prospective real estate buyers is the key to a successful sale.

Tropicasa Realty Launches New Mobile App
Patrick Harrison

One of Puerto Vallarta’s leading real estate agencies is once again setting the standard for offering clients the latest technology. Tropicasa Realty recently unveiled a free mobile and iPad app that gives users real-time information about Banderas Bay area homes and condos for sale.

Linda Kennedy's Puerto Vallarta Recipes
Laura Gelezunas

One of the many perks of living in Vallarta is the year-round availability of fresh fruits and vegetables. These serve as inspiration for Timothy Real Estate Group agent Linda Kennedy de Espinosa, who shares with us her recipe for Chicken Tacos with Pineapple and Chipotle Salsa.

Mexico Has its First CIPS Instructor
John Glaab

The National Association of Realtors has undertaken an initiative to promote the Certified international Property Specialist (CIPS) designation outside of the United States, and The Settlement Company founder, Linda Neil, has been authorized to teach CIPS classes in Mexico.

How to Find Your Puerto Vallarta Dream Home
Patrick Harrison

Thinking of moving or retiring to Mexico? The Parade of Homes open house series, powered by Tropicasa Realty, is the perfect way to find Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay area homes, villas and condos listed in all price ranges through a variety of local realtors.

August's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Carmen Alicia Condominiums

Four fully furnished Mexican style condominiums are available at Carmen Alicia, a gated and secure complex located on the South side of Vallarta. Whether you intend to live in the home full-time or use it as a vacation property, this neighborhood appeals to locals and expats alike.

What Does August Have in Store for You?
RonMorgan.net

The lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer are upon us. The August Horoscope, as defined by the star gazer at Ron Morgan Properties in Puerto Vallarta, says to take advantage of steamy scenes, beach fun, and the shenanigans of everyday life in a tourist destination this month.

European Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta
Michelle Mayer

European cuisine is extraordinarily well represented in Puerto Vallarta, with some of the finest restaurants in the country turning out ambitiously contemporary, as well as traditionally European dishes. Sierra del Mar's Michelle Mayer highlights some of her favorites.

Olas Altas Suites Open on SSPV this Fall
Chad LaGrone

Olas Altas Suites, a newly renovated building located in the heart of the Puerto Vallarta Romantic Zone, is set to welcome guests on September 1. Appealing to discerning business and leisure travelers, the property includes 12 one-bedroom king suites and two studio queen suites.

Mexlend's Mexican Peso Mortgage Loans
Terence L. Reilly

The temporary suspension of US dollar loan programs for US and Canadian Citizens means that existing and emerging Mexican Peso mortgage programs make more sense for foreign buyers. Puerto Vallarta-based MEXLend is the perfect choice to educate potential buyers about the process.

2nd Qtr Mexico Resort Real Estate Update
John K. Glaab

In the Settlement Company's 2nd Quarter 2012 Mexico Resort Real Estate Newsletter, John K. Glaab talks about June's G-20 Summit in Los Cabos, shares Fareed Zakaria's 'Mexico on the Rise' article, and passes on real estate market reports from realtors in three Mexico tourist zones.

Find Jalapeño to Win Dinner For 2 at No Way José!
Patrick Harrison

Enter Tropicasa Realty's 'Find Jalapeño' contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed up for some summer fun on the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.

Reena Egger - Greater Vallarta Real Estate Agent
Specializing in Riviera Nayarit Properties

Whether you are planning to visit the greater Puerto Vallarta area for a few days, a week, a couple of months - or for the rest of your life - let Ron Morgan Properties Real Estate Specialist Reena Egger help you find the property that is right for you.

Mexican Kitchen Remodeling Tips & Tricks
RonMorgan.net

The kitchen is often called the heart of the home and that is why it is the most popular area to remodel before any other. Ron Morgan Properties real estate agent Anita Dabbs, who specializes in buying and selling older homes in Bucerías, offers tips and advice for remodeling kitchens.

Tropicasa Realty Launches New Website
Patrick Harrison

One of Puerto Vallarta’s leading real estate agencies, Tropicasa Realty, has introduced their new and improved website, allowing users to find useful information about buying and selling property in Mexico, search both Banderas Bay area MLS systems with ease, and enjoy faster speeds.

Mexico's New President & the Real Estate Market
John Swanson

As owners or potential owners of Puerto Vallarta real estate, one may wonder about Mexican politics in general and the new Mexican President specifically. Tropicasa Realty agent John Swanson tells us why he believes Peña Nieto will be good for the real estate market.

This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Artesanias Condominiums - El Tigre

Situated in the prestigious gated El Tigre Resort Development in Nuevo Vallarta, on one of the highest rated championship golf courses, Artesanias condominiums recreate the traditional essence of Mexico with its authentic charm, yet offer all of the modern conveniences.

MEXLend on Mexico Real Estate Investment
Patrick Harrison

Puerto Vallarta-based MEXLend, an industry-leading mortgage broker in Mexico, was a keynote speaker at the Live and Invest Conference held in June. Would-be buyers of Mexican properties took advantage of the presentation by learning about the mortgage process in Mexico.

Laguna Azul, The Perfect Peaceful Retreat
Ron Morgan Properties

Undisturbed tranquility can be found along Mexico's Pacific coast at Laguna Azul, just a short drive from Puerto Vallarta. This undeveloped land is a collection of 16 individual lots for sale, or the entire plot can be purchased in order to develop a unique living experience.

Puerto Vallarta an Affordable Retirement Haven
US News Money

Puerto Vallarta is one of the world's top retirement havens. It's easily accessed from the US, boasts first-class infrastructure, and is home to one of the largest communities of foreign retirees anywhere. Yet the cost of living and real estate remains surprisingly affordable.

Will Guerrero be Mexico's West Coast Cancun?
Gay Nagle Myers

A parcel of undeveloped beachfront land nestled along Mexico’s Pacific could be the country’s west coast version of Cancun. Bahiamar, 2,259 oceanfront acres on nearly four miles of beach along the Pacific coast in Guerrero, is being auctioned for a starting bid of $39 million.

The Wires and Pipes of Home Remodeling, Part 2
RonMorgan.net

You may not be flexing your creative muscles while sifting through the debris of chipped walls and broken cement, but you will certainly have a new canvas to work with once you have the updated electrical and plumbing lines installed in your newly purchased older Mexican home.

House Hunters Charity Event a Class Act
Banderas News Team

Timothy Real Estate Group's House Hunters Local Screening and Charity Event, held on May 28th at Daiquiri Dick's, raised $117,000 pesos for Becas Vallarta, the Navy League's Toys for Tots, and Asilo San Juan Diego - three of Puerto Vallarta's most important charities.

The Wires and Pipes of Home Remodeling
RonMorgan.net

After you have purchased an older Mexican home, you must get back to the basics before you get to the more decorative aspects of remodeling. Electrical and plumbing are the arteries of the house - and the first logical steps to take when making the home your own.

This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Conchas Chinas 602/603

Nestled on Puerto Vallarta's southern shores, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath recently remodeled condo in the oceanfront condominiums building / Hotel Conchas Chinas offers the benefits of full ownership and all of the hotel amenities, like 24 hr security, room service and a concierge.

Realtors Rally in Washington, D.C.
John K. Glaab

National Association of Realtors and AMPI members, along with realtors from around the world, gathered in Washington DC this month for the annual NAR midyear meeting. The highlight was the more than 14,000 realtors rallying to 'Protect the American Dream' at the Washington memorial.

Tropicasa's Counteractive Media Campaign
Patrick Harrison

In response to misleading statements and half-truths coming from the media in the US and Canada, Tropicasa Realty's ad campaign pokes fun at a serious subject while making the statement that Puerto Vallarta and the Banderas Bay area are safe places to live and vacation.

How to Sell Puerto Vallarta Property Fast
Michael Green

Prospective real estate buyers form their opinions about your Puerto Vallarta property within the first 15 seconds. Therefore, you have to make your home or condominium as appealing as possible, as quickly as possible to the broadest clientele you can.

Interior Design Without Limitations
Umberto Ciccolella

New products and materials have removed the boundaries on interior design and decor in Puerto Vallarta Mexico, an amazing, beautiful place to live. Still, this climatic tropical paradise once posed a number of challenges when designing and decorating homes.

Remodeling Tips for Older Homes in Mexico
Laura Gelezunas

Exploring the possibilities of buying an older Mexican home opens the doors to creativity. Remodeling a property in Mexico is not that much different than it is in the United States or Canada. Your first decision is whether to do a total home makeover or just a partial remodel.

Baby Boomers Opt for Vallarta Retirement
RonMorgan.net

According to a recent GfK (Growth from Knowledge) custom research survey, almost half of the oldest baby boomers have already retired. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is one of the most popular destinations for retirees to live full-time or part-time in the world.

House Hunters International Screening Event
Polly G. Vicars

Hollywood is coming to Puerto Vallarta on May 28th, as Timothy Real Estate Group presents a local screening of the PV episode of House Hunters International - complete with red carpets, celebrity sightings and live entertainment - to raise money for three Vallarta charities.

Older Homes Open the Doors to Creativity
Laura Gelezunas

There are many joys associated with purchasing a new home in Mexico, but exploring the possibilities of an older house opens the doors to creativity. We talk with Anita Dabbs, a real estate agent with Ron Morgan Properties in Bucerías, who specializes in buying and selling older Mexican homes.

Sun, Sea, Sand & Real Estate in Vallarta
Timothy Real Estate Group

With the House Hunters International local screening and charity fundraising event fast approaching, Timothy Real Estate Group's Taniel Chemsian relates the adventures he shared with the production company and real estate buyers during the show's filming in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.


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