Mexi-Go! Connecting Mexico to Canada

REAL ESTATE | LIVING | TRAVEL | RETIREMENT ISSUE 2 VOL 2 APRIL 2012

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MEXICO: CANADA’S STRATEGIC PARTNERYOU’RE INVITED TO CASA ESCONDIDAWHERE SHOULD CANADIANS RETIRE?MEXICAN HEALTHCARE FOR THE BABY BOOMERS

MEXICO: CANADA’S STRATEGIC PARTNERYOU’RE INVITED TO CASA ESCONDIDAWHERE SHOULD CANADIANS RETIRE?MEXICAN HEALTHCARE FOR THE BABY BOOMERS

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LEARN THE TRUTH ABOUT LIFE IN MEXICO

FROM PEOPLE WHO LIVE THERE

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6 Mexi-Go! April 2012

Editor-in-Chief MadelineMilne

Editor MoraleaMilne

CREATIVE

ArtDirector MadelineMilne

BradHopwood

Contributors MoraleaMilne

MadelineMilne

AaronFisher

LindaNeil

RosannaAscencio

JoséAntonioPeral

Photography BarbNettleton

RichardJackson

Distribution MaxwellHansen-Milne

ADVERTISINGANDSALES

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MADELINE MILNEEditor-in-Chief, Art Director

Madelinecontinuestowork

withmanyoftheworld’slargest

realestatebrandspromoting

qualitycommunication.Mexi-

Go!isadreamandpassionof

hersthathasenabledherto

livewithherfamilyfull-time

inMexico.Whenshe’snot

exploringnewpartsofMexico,

youcanfindMadelineunder

herpalapa,poolside,witha

goodbookandherposseof

chihuahuas.Shedividesher

timebetweenVancouver,BC

andMexico.

MORALEA MILNEEditor

MoralealivesinMetchosin

BCwheresheisanelected

councillor,respectedvolunteer

forlocalenvironmentalgroups

andfrequentcontributorto

thelocalpaper.Whentherain

andwindgettobetoomuch,

MoraleaheadstoMexico,

whereshefindspleasurein

theuniquefloraandfauna,the

beachesandthehighlandsand

inthewarmthandcomfortof

theMexicanculture,foodand

people.

ROSSANA ASCENCIOFood Contributor

Rossanahasovertenyears

ofexperiencepromotingand

activelysharingtheculinary

traditionsofMexico.Shehas

ownedanaward-winning

restaurant,isaregular

presenteratworkshops,

conferences,andcooking

classes,isaregulargueston

radioandTVshows,andshe

continuestoconquerpalates

withhercompany,Encanto

Culinaryservices.Whatshe

enjoysthemostissharingthe

culturalandculinarywealthof

hernativecountry,Mexico.

AARON FISHERContributorAfamilyman,Aaronstartedliving

inMexicoin2000escapingthe

coldCanadianwinters.Aaron’s

strengthsarelanddevelopment,

marketingandeducationbased

salesandhaveearnedhimthe

roleofProjectManagerforthe

RoyalClubRealEstateevent.

www.RoyalClubRealEstate.com

Mexi Go!www.mexi-go.ca

LINDA NEILContributor Withmorethan33years

ofprofessionalrealestate

experienceinMexico,Lindais

thefounderofTheSettlement

Company,whichspecializesin

realestatetransfers,escrows

andconsultations.AsFounding

Memberandpastpresident

ofAMPI-LosCabos,Linda

Neilprovidesexperiencedand

professionalservicesacross

Mexico.

BARB NETTLETONPhotographerRetiredfromphysiotherapy,

Barbhasbeenanactive

volunteerovertheyearsat

HarbourfrontInternational

FestivalofAuthors,PEN

Canada,andWritersTrust,in

herhometownofToronto.She

ismarriedtoFrank,hasahorse

namedFlash(whoforthelast

11yearsdoesveryspecialwork

teachingat-riskyouthhowto

ride),2grown-upboys,adog

andacat.Barbaracomesback

toMexicoeveryyear,camera

inhand!

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Perfect Climate | Romantic Village Charm

Come Join 10,000 Canadians Who Make Ajijic Their Home

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Upcoming Events!AcrossMexicothereareexcitingcultural,travel,foodandinvestmenteventsthatareworthavisit.Herearesomeofourtoppicks!

CINCO DE MAYO | May 5, 2012CelebratethevictoryoftheMexicanArmy,ledbyGral.IgnacioZaragozaagainstFrenchforcesinthecityofPuebla,onMay5,1862.TheUS“celebration”ofthisMexicanhistoricaleventislargelyaresultofpromotionsbyliquor,beer,andbars/taverns/clubs/restaurantssincethe1980s.FormanyyearsCincodeMayocelebrationsintheUSpromotedCincodeMayoasMexicanIndependenceDaywhichisactuallySeptember16.AlthoughMexicancitizensfeelveryproudofthemeaningofCincodeMayo,itisnotanationalholidayinMexico,butitisanofficialholidayintheStateofPueblawheretheaforementionedbattletookplace.

REAL ESTATE FORUM | May 16-17, 2012Forthoseinterestedinthestateoftoday’srealestatemarket,TealEducationandCGBDConsultingGrouphavejoinedforcesonceagaintobringparticipantsatwo-dayALLINCLUSIVEnetworkingandeducationalsymposiumdesignedexclusivelyfortherealestateindustry’seliteprofessionals,heldattheexclusiveBarceloResortinLosCabos.Foradditionalinformationvisittealeducation.com

COOKING TOUR | May 20 - May 28, 2012ChefRossanaAscenciopresentsauniqueculinaryjourneyfromMexicoCitytoMorelia,Michoacán.ExperienceMexicothroughyoursensesinthiseight-dayexclusivejourneywithactivitiespersonallyselectedforthistrip!Formoreinformationemailinfo@mexicothroughyoursenses.com

WHALE SHARK FESTIVAL | June 21-24, 2012CelebratingthebeautyandcultureofIslaMujeres,Mexico,andchampioningtheneedtopreserveafragilemarineecosystem,thefifthAnnualWhaleSharkFestivalisacommunityextravaganzathatshowcasestheachievements,thetraditionsandtheenvironmentalsplendorofIslaMujeres.Aonceinalifetimeexperiencetoswimwiththeworldslargestfish.www.whalesharkfest.com

FIESTAS DE LA VENDIMIA | AUGUST 2 - 19The22ndAnnualWinefestivaltakesplaceinEnsenada,BajaFornearlythreeweekseveryAugust,wineaficionadoswillattendwinetastings,savorgourmetmealsandattendworkshopsandconcerts.Thetwocenturylongwinetraditionoftheregionisthefocusofthisevent.TheGuadalupeValleyisjustoneofsevenvalleysbetweenEnsenadaandTecatethatarededicatedtothecultivationofgrapes.Thevalleysproduce90%ofallMexicanwines.It’satimeforcelebrationand…winetasting!

MEXI-GO! TRAVEL & TRADE EXPO | September 7-8, 2012Co-producedwithMexicoTourismBoard,ProMexicoandtheMexicanCounsulate,thiseventwillbringthebestofMexicotoCanadainatwo-dayeventattheVancouverConventionCentre.Aperfectopportunitytolearnmoreabouttraveldestinations,businessopportunities,realestate,culture,foodandmusic.Moreinformationanddetailsatwww.mexi-go.ca

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Tianguis TuristicoPuerto Vallarta shines! Fourdaysofnon-stoptravelandtourismevents,parties,meetingsandmore!PuertoVallartapullsoutthestopsforTianguis2012.

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Mexican Healthcare for the Baby BoomersMedicalcareinMexicocontinuestoimprovewithMedicalTourismbeingabigdrawfortravelersandexpatsalike.

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Mexico: Canada’s Strategic PartnersWithNAFTAandourgeneralloveofallthingsMexicantherearelotsofgreatreasonstostrengthenourties.

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You’re Invited! JoinJeffandPeteatCasaEscondidoaforoneoftheirfamousdinnersandenjoythenaturalbeautyofLoretoBajaCaliforniaSur.

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Real Estate DealsConsideringamovetoMexico?Herearesomegreatdealsandbesides-it’salwaysfuntodream.

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Hola!Thankyouforjoiningusonline!ThisisourfirsteditionofMexi-Go!tobeexclusivelydistributedonline.Inpartit’sbecausewewanttosharemoretimelyinformationwithourreadersandpartlybecauseouradvertisersandpartnersarelookingformoreonlineopportunitiestosharetheirstoriesandproductswithyou.

Me?I’mafirmbelieverthattheprintedmagazineofferssomethingintrinsictoyourexperience.Iknowthatformanyofourreadersthemagazinegetspassedaroundandrereadmanytimesinitsthreemonthshelflife(andlonger!)buttheinternetisheretostayandwemustembraceitmoreeachday.Atthemomentweareabouthalf-waythroughtheredesignofourwww.mexi-go.cawebsitewhichisgoingtobringyouevenmoreinformation,newsandspecialoffersforyourtravelstoMexico.

So,eachmonthwewilldelivertoyouremailboxaneweditionofMexi-Go!andeveryquarterwewillsendoutourprintedmagazinetooursubscribersaroundCanada.Haveyousubscribedtothemagazineyet?Therearetwooptions-addyouremailtoournewsletterdatabaseatwww.mexi-go.caandwewillkeepyouinformedbutnotoverwhelmedwithemailseveryfewweeks.Thesecondoptionistosendyourmailingdetailstosubscribe@mexi-go.caandwewillhappilysendyouaprintedcopyofMexi-Go!fourtimesayearforonly$19.95/year.

Iftherearestoriesofeventsyouwouldliketosee,pleasesendusanemail.Wearealwaysopentonewideas!Onceagain,itismypleasuretoofferanyadviceorassistancethatIcanforyournextvisittoMexico.Havingreaderslikeyougivesmeagreatreasontocontinuetraveling,exploringandlearningallIcanaboutthiswonderfulcountry.

CONTACT US!

Doyouhavecomments?Astorytoshare?HaveyoumadethemovetoMexicoandwanttoletusknowhowgreatitsbeen?Shareyourwisdomwithus!Byallmeans-sendusanemail-we’dlovetohearfromyou!

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The view from the sacred Scorpion Island, Lake Chapala.

Gorgeous recovered chairs on display at the

Puebla exhibit at Tianguis. The Canadian contingent at the Tianguis Turistico, 2012 in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco.

Safe travels,[email protected]

A beautiful rose blooms in the Puebla Magico of

San Sebastian, Jalisco.

Tianguis TuristicoPuerto Vallarta shines!TianguisinspanishmeansmarketandthelargesttravelandtourismmarketinMexicowasheldinPuertoVallartaforthefirsttimeoutsideofAcapulcoinmorethan30years.Byallaccountstheeventwasahugesuccesswithincresedexhibitorsandattendees.Iknowourdayswerepackedwitheventsandmeetings!

Thepurposeoftheeventistoshowcasethemanydestinations,activities,resortsandculturesinMexicototheinternationaltravelandtourismprofesionalsandmedia.

Mexi-Go!wasinvitedtoattendasaMexico-focusedpublicationandweweretheonlynon-Mexicanmagazineasanexhibitorattheevent.Wewerealsoinvitedaspresstocovertheeventsandtomeetwiththedifferentexhibitorstoarrangetripsandeditorialopportunitiesthatwewillsharewithyouthisfall.InvitationshavebeenextendedfromsomegreatdestinationsincludingGuadalajara,MexicoCity,CopperCanyon,Puebla,Oaxacaandmanymore.Ourcalendarisfastfillingupandwelookforwardtosharingourtravelswithyou.


CANADA VS. MEXICO WHAT CAN I BUY IN MEXICO? When you compare what you can have in Canada to what you can buy in Mexico, it makes the decision to retire in Mexico, even part-time, a whole lot easier. Property values in Mexico have faced significant reductions for the past three years and deals abound!

Whether you are looking to make a move up to the oceanfront mansion, make a lateral move, or downsize and extend your retirement dollars a little farther, we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Here is a selection of listings from our website www.mexi-go.ca and www.realtor.ca In our opinion, this just makes sense! Viva Mexico!

CALGARY,ALBERTA $378,800818sf|2bedroom1bath

PUERTOVALLARTA,JALISCO$439,0003013sf|4bedroom4bath

CABOSANLUCAS,BCS $166,0001550sf|3bedroom2bath

YORKTON,SASKATCHEWAN $625,0001601sf|4bed3bath

UNDER$700K

EDMONTON,ALBERTA $409,0001238sf|4bedroom2bath

UNDER$500K

VANCOUVER,BC $299,000688sf|1bedroom1bath

UNDER$300K

HUAMANTLA,TLAXCALA $85,000972sf|1bedroom1bath

UNDER$100KUNDER$400K

AJIJIC,JALISCO $329,0004300sf|3bedroom2bath

UNDER$400K

MANZANILLO,COLIMA $659,0004500sf|2bedroom2.5bath

UNDER$700K UNDER$200KUNDER$500K

Where is a Canadian supposed to retire? ByAaronFisher

WithUSlawindicatingyoucannotspendmorethan4monthsayearintheUSwithoutbeingconsideredaUSresidentfortaxpurposes,itseasytoseewhymoreandmoreCanadiansarechoosingtheRivieraNayarit,locatedonMexico’sPacificcoastonthesamelatitudeasHawaii.RivieraNayaritneighborsPuertoVallartaandsharesthenorthernhalfofBanderasBay.Offeringsomeofthebestyeararoundweather,thisareaisawelcomechangefromthetypicalresortretirementcommunities.

Withover330daysofinterruptedsunshineitcan’tbebeatwhenitcomestoweather;anaveragedayduringthewintermonthsistypically,25c.ThecostoflivingishalforlessofmostNorthAmericancities.DirectflightstomajorCanadianandAmericancitiesmakeitaquickandaffordabledestinationtoreach.ThePuertoVallartaInternationalairportisonly15-30minutesawaydependingonwhereyouarelocated.

RivieraNayaritislocatedintheNorthernhalfoftheBayofBanderas,Mexico’slargestbayandhometothousandsofaquaticspecies.DuringthewintermonthspodsofHumpbackwhalesinhabitthebayanduseitsnutrientrichwaterstofeedwhilebirthingtheircalves.TheBayofBanderasisshelteredfromstormsandteemingwithdolphins,makingitanidealplaceenjoysnorkeling,fishing,surfing,whalewatching,sailingandmore.

TheRivieraNayaritoffersservicesandamenitiessimilartothoseofNorthAmerica.YouwillfindtheoldfamiliarsofWalmart,SamsClub,Costco,HomeDepotect.MostlocalsspeakEnglish,makingiteasytocommunicate.Don’tbeafraidtotryyourhandatspeakingSpanish.Thelocalsareappreciativeofyourattempts.Gettingaroundisveryeasywithgreatroadsandwellmaintainedhighways;excellentbusandtaxitransportaswellaseasydrivingconditions.Mexicoalsohasastablegovernment,averyforeignfriendlyVISAprogramandistheworld’s11thlargesteconomy.TheMexicanpesoisthestrongestperformingcurrencyintheworldagainsttheUSdollarinthefirsthalfof2012.

Therearemanywonderfultownstovisit,eachwithitsowndistinctcharm.Fromthehigh-endluxuryofPuntaMitatothelaidbacksurfingvibeofSayulita,thereissomethingforeveryoneinRivieraNayarit.InthetownofBucerias,justnorthofNuevoVallarta,thereisaverylargeenclaveofCanadians.YouwillfindalmostasmanyCanadianprovincelicenceplatesasthosefromNayaritonthestreets.

RivieraNayarit’slocalsareawarmandwelcomingandeagertosharetheirculturewithothers.Theonlythingmorebeautifulthantheareaarethelocalsthemselves.Withongoingsocialandculturaleventshappeningallthetime,it’seasytoseewhysomanyCanadiantravelershavetakentheplungeandmadetheRivieraNayarittheirhomeawayfromhome.


Mexican Health Care for the Baby-BoomersRobertH.Page,MDandCurtisP.Page,MD

Mexicohaslongbeenthenumber-onedestinationforNorthAmericansandCanadiansretiringabroad.Ahospitablecountry,MexicohassomeofthemostbeautifulweatherandcoastlinesintheAmericas.Itisaneasychoiceforpotentialretirees,asMexico’sproximitytotheU.S.borderallowsforfrequentreturnstovisitrelativesandthefamilydoctor.RecentinnovationsnowmakeiteveneasierasexpatriatescanaffordablystayinconstantcontactwithfamilyandfriendsusingtheInternetandsafelycruisealongthemodern,dividedtollhighwaysfromnorthtosouthandeasttowest.Withthebabyboomers,thegenerationbornbetween1946-1964,enteringintoretirement,MexicocanexpectasharpincreaseofexpatsfromtheNorthseekingtheirextended“Americandream”.

Thegreatestdeterrentforpre-millenniumU.S.andCanadianmigrantshadbeentheiraccessibilitytoqualityhealthcare.Withbettertechnologies,theadditionofnewmedicalschoolsandadvancedhospitals,improvedhospitalstandards,andaffordableaccesstoMexico’sSocialSecuritySystem,thebabyboomerswillbeimpressedwiththeimprovedaccessibilitytoqualityhealthcare.

Leadingupto1994,whentheNorthAmericanFreeTradeAgreement(NAFTA)becameactive,itwasestimatedthatMexico’shealth-caresectorwasdishingoutawhopping100milliondollarsayearintariffstoacquireU.S.andCanadianmedicaltechnology.Mostallthosetariffshavesincebeenremoved,freeingupfundsforadvancedtechnologiesandadditionalhealthcareservices.OverallinMexico,NAFTAhasincreasedefficiency,equity,andsatisfactionforthepublicaswellasforhealthprofessionalsandhealthcareinstitutions.

Thepreviousgeneration’sinvestmentsinmedicalschoolsforkeycitieshashelpedfuelthegrowthofadvancedhospitals.The1970’sand80’ssawseveralnewmedicalschools,includingtheUniversityofBajaCalifornia,theTechnologicalUniversityofMonterreyandtheAutonomousUniversityofQuerétaro.Thisinvestmentinintellectualcapitalsupportedlocal,continuingmedicaleducationandmedicalresearch,providinganincentiveformedicalspecialistsandhospitaldollarstohangaround.Inthisdecadealone,Mexico’stwolargesthospitalchains,GrupoAngelesandStarMédicaseemontracktoalmostdoublethenumberofprivate,advancedhospitalsinMexicancities.

Acomplicated,yetworthwhile,goalofNAFTAwastheharmonizationofhospitalstandardsandregulationsamongparticipatingcountries.Thoughagapcontinuestoexist,MexicoandtheU.S.havecomealongwaysince1994.ManyMexicanhospitals,competingforaffluentnationalsandenthusiastictoreachouttoagrowingpopulationofNorthAmericansandCanadiansseekingtoaddresstheirmedicalneedsinMexico,haveworkedtoaffiliatethemselveswithtopU.S.andCanadianmedicalcentersandhaveearnedstringentinternationalaccreditations.

RETIRE TO MEXICOCut your monthly expenses by half or buy your oceanfront dream home for what a condo in

Vancouver costs.Mexico gives you back your financial freedom.

Learn more at: WWW.MEXI-GO.CA

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Despitetheperseveranceofseveralinterestgroups,legislationtoexpandU.S.Medicare’sprotectiveumbrellaintoMexicoforits65,000pensionbeneficiarieshasrepeatedlyfailed.Fortunately,forretireesthatcan’taffordordonotpreferprivatehealthinsurance,Mexico’sInstituteofSocialSecurityisavailabletoforeigners.

Manyforeignersthatdon’tpayintoMexico’sSocialSecuritysystemorpurchaseaprivatemedicalplanattestthatMexicanhealthcareissoaffordablethattheywillpayout-of-pocketforbasicmedicalneedsandonlyreturntotheU.S.forserioushealthproblems.AnofficevisittothedoctorinMexicorunsbetweenUS$30-40,andahospitalroomisUS$90-100.

MEDICALTOURISM:AHEALTHYSOLUTIONAshealthcarecostscontinuetoriseinWesterncountriessuchastheUSandCanadapatientsarebecomingincreasinglyfrustrated,leadingthemtoseekmedicalcareabroad.Waitingtimesarealsogettinglongerwithinnationalhealthservices,makingsomepeople’slivesverydifficult.Thereisnothingworsethatpreparingforasurgicalprocedureonlytohaveitcanceledatthelastmoment.

Whatisoftencalled“globalhealthcare”or“medicaltourism”providesabeneficialsolutionforthepatientandalsohelpsthecountrytheytravelto.MedicaltourisminMexicoisverypopularwithpeopleintheUSandCanadabecauseofthecloseproximitytotheircountries.

ManycompaniesintheUS,CanadaandMexicoofferMedicalpackagesdesignedtofittheneedsofCanadians.Packagesrangefromsimpledentalworktocomplicatedsurgeriesandeverythinginbetween.

Medicaltouristsfeelcomfortintravelingforcarewhentheyhaveeasyaccesstointernationaltravel,seetheriseofadvancedtreatmentsindevelopingcountries,andnotethecarefulattentiontheyreceivebygovernmentsthatwelcomeinternationalpatients.

ThesebenefitsallapplytomedicaltourisminMexicobecausethecountryandit’smedicalprofessionalshavemadegreatstridesoverthepastdecadetoensurethatPhysiciansarecertified,hospitalsofferthelatesttechnologiesornewinnovations,thestaffarebi-lingualandthefacilitiesareclean,attractiveandsafe.

Costsavingsaddtotheattractionofmedicaltourism.InmanyhospitalsthroughoutMexicopatientsenjoyshorterornon-existentwaitingtimes,highqualitymedicalexpertise,superiorcareandattentivenessandmedicalcoststhatarejusthalforinsomecasesathirdofthepricetheywouldpayathome.

Robert H. Page, MD and Curtis P. Page, MD are authors of the MEXICO: Health and Safety Travel Guide and the Healthy Traveler Regional Series. For more information visit medtogo.com


Transform your look, Transform your life.

FROM START TO FINISH PLAZA LA MONTANA

AND THEIR TEAM DOES IT ALL!

Dr. Ben Villaranwww.estheticsurgery.com

Fully involved in every aspect of his patients’ surgery, including pre and post surgical care, Dr. Villaran is board certified by the Mexican Council of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Villaran has a 27 year career in institutional reconstructive surgery. He has been in private practice for over 33 years, moving from general “head to toe” plastic surgery into specializing in esthetic and cosmetic surgery for the aging. A few of his specialties are:• Facial Rejuvenation• Facelift, Eyelift, Neck• Liposuction,

Liposculpture• Breast Lift• Breast Augmentation• Tummy Tuck

Dr. Manuel Jimenez

Dr. Jimenez has spent the last thirty years helping his patients realize their dreams of looking younger. Today, Dr. Jimenez is using his training and experience providing consultations and surgeries to his clients in Ajijic and those from around the world. He still provides his talents to facial trauma and hand surgery patients as well as specializing in:

• Facial Rejuvenation• Facelift, Eyelift• Breast augmentation

breast lift and reduction• Body Contouring• Tummy Tuck• Liposculpture• Arm lift• Peals and Injectables• Botox

Dr. Alberto Don

With over 33 years experience in General Dentistry, Dr. Don loves working with the expatriates because he feels they understand the need for regular dental care and appreciate his work in correction of their functional and cosmetic dental problems. Doctor Don believes in making the science of dentistry as painless as possible. He specializes in:

• General Dentistry.• Root Canal Therapy.• Cosmetics Restorations

with Biologic Compatible Materials.

• Bridges, Partials and Dentures.

• Implants• Effective, cutting edge

whitening system.

Anne Dyer

Owner and Medical Director of Plaza La Montana

After caring for my patients during their cosmetic surgery experiences over the years, I decided it was my turn to sip from the Fountain Of Youth. I definitely wanted to look and feel better about myself, but I also wanted to understand the overall procedure and experience from the patient’s point of view. • Superior medical facilities

and world-class board certified surgeons

• In-house consultations with top cosmetic surgeons, dentists and other medical specialists

• Safe, comfortable environment with internet, phone, TV

• Post-Surgery care in your quiet, private room with an English speaking staff

• All meals and personal assistance from caring individuals.

VIEW MORE TESTIMONALS AND DETAILS AT

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CALL US FROM THE US OR CANADA: 1-918-895-4089 WITHIN MEXICO: 01-376-766-5513

I can’t make enough good comments about my cosmetic surgeon, the clinic, or the care and kindness I received at Casita Montana. I am very happy with the outcome! Jill, Canada

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Title Insurance:The Essential Protection for Mexican Real EstateByLindaNeil

CanadiannewspaperscarriedstoriesrecentlyabouttheevictionoflandownersinanareaknownasLaManzanilla,locatedonbeautifulTenacatitaBay,betweenPuertoVallartaandManzanilloonthewestcoastofMexico.ManyownerspurchasedpropertyfromfarmersthathadpreviouslybeenEjidoland;atenancynotunlikeIndianlandsintheUnitedStatesandCanada.Ostensibly,theproperlegalprocedurehadbeenfollowedandapparentlymanyofthepropertieswereheldinfideicomisos,theMexicanbanktrustthatisrequiredforforeignownersincompliancewithArticle27oftheMexicanconstitution.

Accordingtoinformationpublished,thepriortitlestothelandhadbeensignedbyVicenteFox,presidentofMexicoduring2000-2006.

Unfortunately,however,aJaliscostatecircuitjudgeruledinfavorofarealestatedeveloperwhohadallegedlyacquiredtheland,asprivateproperty,in1991.Attorneysforthedeveloperdeclaredthatithadfiledthecomplaintinthecourtsin1993.Jaliscostatepoliceofficersincompliancewithanevictionorder,disoccupiedthepropertyandaredenyingaccesstothoseinpossession.

Thisisanightmarethatcouldhavebeenavoided.TitleinsuranceisavailableinMexico.Atitlepolicy,issuedinconformancewithMexicanlaw,willprotecttheamountofthebuyer’sinvestment.In

ordertoobtainapolicyoftitleinsurance,atitleinvestigationmustbecarriedout.Thisinvestigationwillreportpotentialissuesandproblems.Ifnonearefound,oriftheissuesareresolvable,acommitmentwillbeissuedandthepolicywillbewrittenatthetimetitletransferstothebuyerwhoorderedtheinvestigation.Ifthetitlecompanyreportsproblemsthatcannotberesolved,thepotentialbuyerwillatleastbefullyawareoftheriskandcandecidewhetherornottoproceedwiththepurchase.Someproblemsarenotimmediatelyknown,however.Whenthishappensand,ifaproblemarisesatanytimeduringtheownershipofthepartyregisteredonthepolicy,itisnecessaryonlytocontactthetitleinsurancecompanywhoisthenlegallyboundtofighttheissueand,intheeventitdoesnotwin,theowneriscompensateduptotheamountdeclaredinthepolicy.

TitleinsuranceisNOTanexpensiveproposition.Thetitleinvestigationcostwilldependupontheareawherethepropertyislocatedandcanrangefrom$450to$3,000.Actualcostwilldependuponwhetherornotatitledatabasehasbeencreated.Whenanewdatabasemustbecreatedobviouslymoretime,andhence,greatercost,willbeinvolved.Thepremium,aonetimepayment,willrunfrom$6.00to$7.50per$1,000valuation,plustax.Thus,aninsurancepolicyona$200,000propertycancost$1,200to$1,600,whichseemstobeasmallamounttopayforthesecurityafforded.Theprudentbuyerwillalwaysincludethecostoftitleinsuranceinvestigationandpolicyinhisclosingbudget.TwoUScompanieshavetitlepoliciesapprovedinMexicoforuseonpropertieslocatedinMexico.ItisimportantthatthisoptionbemadeavailabletoanyandallconsideringapurchaseofpropertyinMexico.

918-398-9588 (Canada/US) 555-350-6331 (Mexico) 044-322-135-5822 (PV cell)01 212 706 332 (UK)617-600-9675 (FAX)www.MortgagesInMexico.com The Trusted Name in Mexico Home Loans since 2004

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Enjoy tranquility, spectacular sunrises, romantic moonrises, and an amazing evening view of the city lights. Your new home is surrounded by centuries-old towering cactus and over sixty species of birds. Build now or in the future.

Beautiful 1500sq meter view lots overlooking the Bay of La Paz and beyond, located in a quiet area but still only 15 minutes from downtown La Paz . There are 15 lots to choose from starting at $30,000US. Underground electricity. Excellent investment. Vendor financing available.

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WAITING FOR YOU IN BAJA SUR!

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North America has beenan important partner forMexico’s international

tradeaswellasavaluableregionfor investment and cooperation.Exports to this region representmore than 80% of Mexico’stotal world exports, therebyplayinga key role in its strategicdevelopment.

Canada and Mexico have beenworking diligently to strengthentheirtiesasglobalpartners.Today,18yearsaftertheimplementationoftheNorthAmericanFreeTradeAgreement (NAFTA), bilateraltrade between both nations hasreached 30 billion usd per yearanditiscontinuallygrowing.

The composition of MexicanexportstoCanadahasundergonegreater diversification sinceNAFTA has been in force.Computer items and electricaldevices have increased theirshare. As for Mexican imports,automotive products continueto hold an important positionin trade. 93% of Mexicanexports to Canada in 2010 weremanufactured goods, mainlyelectrical telephone devices,televisions, cars and auto parts,gold, cigarettes, refrigerators,

data processing equipment,pipesandhollowsections,amongothers. On the other hand, 82%ofMexican importsfromCanadaweremanufacturedgoodssuchascars and auto parts, telephones,andaluminum.

In terms of foreign directinvestment, Mexico andCanada’s relationship has beengrowing consistently with anincreased investment flow fromboth countries. Canada’s totalinvestment in Mexico represents10billionusd.Intheminingsectoralone, Canada is the biggestforeign investor in Mexicowith 75% of the total foreigninvestmentwithinthesector.

Within this prosperousrelationship, there are greatopportunities that can bringstrategic alliances to the nextlevel by employing a win-winstrategy on a long-term basis.Mexico isoneof thebestplacesfor doing business around theworld. Following trends in theglobal marketplace, Mexicohas changed its energy, fiscal,legal, labor and internationaltransparency policies, with theaim of offering state-of-the-artincentives that investors need,

MEXICO: CANADA’S STRATEGIC PARTNERThe business relation between Mexico and Canada holds a myriad of opportunities for the future. That is why both countries should continue to strengthen their ties by looking for new synergies to create long-term competitive advantages.

BY JOSÉ ANTONIO PERAL*

CONSIDERATIONS FOR DOING BUSINESS IN MEXICO

• CountriessuchasChina,SouthKoreaandIndiaareexpectedtoexperiencestrongcurrencyappreciation (in real terms)against hard currencies,giving Mexican exports asignificantadvantage.

• For the sixth consecutiveyear, Mexico improvedits position in the globalrankingoftheannual“DoingBusiness2012”reportbytheWorldBank.Mexico(number53) ranks higher than theBRIC’sinseveraltopics.

• Mexico stands among thebest countries in the worldto runabusiness.AsoneofLatin America’s top-rankedeconomies,Mexicoreformedseveral business regulationsto expand opportunities forlocal firms with faster andmore transparent electronicsystems.

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covering productivity, markets,opportunities,security,efficiency,assistanceandinfrastructure.

WHAT CHALLENGES LIE AHEAD?

Both Canada and Mexico needto strengthen ties by lookingfor new ways to partner up.The governments of bothcountries are working closelyto make companies aware ofopportunities for developingsynergiesthatcouldcreatelong-term competitive advantages.Someofthechallengesare:

•Businesspracticesandculturalperceptions.•CooperationamongSMEs(smallandmediumenterprises).•Leveragingon-shorebusinessopportunities(geographicallocation,sametimezone).•Strategicalliancestocreatesynergies.•Evaluatingnewwaystoenhancethebusinessrelationship.•Developingawin-winbusinessstrategy.•Furthercooperationinlogistics.•ConsolidationofCanadianinvestmentinMexicoand

increaseofMexicaninvestmentinCanada.

Mexico is the ideal partner tomaintain and growany business,develop new opportunitiesand increase companies’competitiveness in theinternational marketplace. BysharingstrengthsoftheMexicaneconomy resources (land, labor,capital,technologyandlogistics),experience, market knowledge,culture and values, advantagescanunravel.

Mexico is a leading destinationintermsofreceivinginvestmentsin the mining sector (it is thefirst silver producer and secondfluorite producer in the world).However, there has been akey transformation in otherstrategic industries. Duringthe last decade, an increasingnumber of highly sophisticatedmanufacturers in Mexico haveflourished. Several Canadiancompanies besides mining andhigh tech manufacturers haveexpanded their operationsin Mexico in sectors such asaerospace,automotive,consumerelectronics,amongothers–thereare currently 2,636 Canadian

companies with operations inMexico.

Mexico is much more than afriendly and open country; itis a great business partner. Itspeople share a special bondwith Canada, which is highlynoticeablewhenexperiencingthecountry.Investingindevelopingagood relationship with Mexicowillundoubtedlybeagreatstarttowardssuccessforanybusiness.

*TradeCommissioneratProMéxico’sRepresentativeOfficeinToronto,Canada.

RepublishedwithpermissionfromNegociosProMéxico,November2012.

1Marketsize:Populationof112.34millionwithanaverageageof

26years.

2Demographicbonus:Dependentpopulationratiowillfalltoa46%

minimumin2025.

3Skilledlabor:Over100,000studentsgraduatefromengineering

programsinMexicoeachyear.

4Widenetworkoftradeandinvestmentagreements:Freetrade

agreementswith44countries,whichaccountfor60%ofthe

world’sGDP.

5Easeofoperation:Investorsonlyneed13daysandeight

procedurestoopenabusiness.Thesenumbersaresignificantly

lowerthanthoseinIndia,ChinaorBrazil.

6Lowoperationcosts:Lowtaxrate(30%incometax);lowaverage

importdutyrate(8%goingdownto4%in2012);andreduced

numberofadministrativeprocedures.

7Competitivelaborcosts:Mexicoofferssignificantsavingsonlabor

costswhencomparedtootherinvestmentoptionsinAmerica,

EuropeandAsia.Forexample,transferringoperationstoMexicocan

leadtolaborcostsavingsofcloseto90%.

8Lowtransportationcosts:Mexicoislocatedbetweenthemain

globalconsumermarketsandhasthesametimezoneandquick

responsetowardsopportunitiesinNorthAmericanmarkets.

a.ManufacturinginMexicomakes“JustinTime”easy.

b.Doortodoordeliveriesinlessthanaweek,quickerthanChina,

whereitcantakeuptosixweeks.

9Lowmanufacturingcosts:Mexicohasanaveragebusinesscost

advantageof18.2%(of17industries)comparedtotheUS.

10Realexchangerateadvantage:Mexico’sexchangerate

behavior(inrealterms)makesitmoreattractivethanBrazil,

ChinaandIndia.

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You’re Invited!to Casa EscondidaWrittenbyJillJacksonPhotographybyRichardJackson

YoufeelluckyifyoureceiveaninvitationtoadinnerpartyatCasaEscondida….thefoodisalwaysdeliciousandcraftedwithcare,andthecompanyinterestingandfun.Themenuisinspiredbywhatisthemostfreshattheweeklyfarmer’smarket,andguestsareamixtureoflocalfriendsandvisitorsfromtheowner’shometownofVirginiaCity,Nevada,andwhostayinoneofthemanyguestroomsontheproperty.Theowners,JeffTeagueandPaulYandre,wereonasearchforafutureretirementhomewhentheyfirstdiscoveredLoretoandCasaEscondidain1997.TheywereconsideringHawaii,butthoughttheywouldendupwith“islandfever.”TheyalmostboughtinCostaRica,butconcludeditwastooexpensiveanddifficulttogetbackandforthtoVirginiaCity,wheretheywerestillworkingwiththeirantiqueandgiftshops.TheyhadalwaysbeenintriguedbytheBaja,andhadretainedaloveofMexicofromtheirtimelivingonthemainland,sowhenfriendsinvitedthemtovisittheminLoreto,theyjumpedatthechancetoseeitforthemselves.

TheyendedupfallinginlovewiththetownofLoreto…..itsproximitytotheSeaofCortesandthemountains,thefriendlylocals,thesunnyclimate,thelowcostoflivingandthefactthatyoucouldeasilydrivethereandithadaninternationalairport,convincedthemthatthiswas

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theplace.AflyerinthewindowofarealestateofficeadvertisingCasaEscondidacaughttheireye,andtheyknewrightawayitwasapropertywithpotential.Ithad“goodbones”andwaslocatedjustahalfblockawayfromtheSeaofCortesandthreeblocksfromthehistoricplaza.Theypurchaseditandhavebeenrenovatingandremodelingiteversince,creatingaspacewithbeautifuldetailswhereeveryonewhoentersfeelswelcome.

Loretoisasmallpeacefultownlocated750milesdowntheBajaPeninsulaontheSeaofCortesandparticularlyattractspeoplewhoenjoynatureandtheoutdoors.Inadditiontoworldclasssportfishing,Loretooffersnumerousactivitiessuchasscubadiving,kiteboarding,golf,hiking,horsebackriding,mountainbiking,kayaking,andencounterswithdolphinsandwhales.Datingbackto1697,LoretoisfullofhistoryandisthefirstSpanishsettlementandJesuitMissionontheBajaCaliforniaPeninsula.Thetownservedasthecapitalof

Californiafrom1697to1777,untilitwasmovedtoMonterey.

Loretoisamagicalplace,wheretheslowerpacerewardstheresidentswiththetimetoenjoythegoodthingsinlife.JeffandPaullovetowalktheMaleconeverymorningwiththeirtwodogs,ManchaandTasha,andspendthedayeitherworkingonprojectsaroundthehouse,ortakingfriendsontheirboattooneoftheisolatedbeachesontheislandsintheLoretoMarinePark.IntheeveningtheyliketowalktodinneratoneofthemanyexcellentlocallyownedrestaurantswhichservefreshseafoodandMexicancuisine.

Aftersevenyearsofretirement,JeffandPauldecidedtogobacktoworkandpurchasedahistorichomeinVirginiaCity,restoreditandturneditintoafabulousBedandBreakfastcalledTheCobbMansion.Whentheyaren’tinVirginiaCityorLoreto,theyspendtimeinPaul’sfamilycabinonalakeinGhostRiver,northwestOntario.Theyarealwaysreadyforthenextadventureandproject,

Top: Paul crafting one of his gourmet dinners. Bottom: Enjoying the outdoors from the living room.

andnowthatCasaEscondidaiscompleted,theyhavedecidedtoputitonthemarketforsale.

JeffandPaulhavecreatedaspacethatfeelsbothcausalandBajachic.DecoratedwithtreasuresfromtheyearstheyspenttravelingthroughoutmainlandMexicowhiletheylivedandtaughtattheUniversityinPuebla,theirhomereflectsthoseearlyinfluences.Thewallsarepaintedinboldcolors,thefloorsareSaltillotileandthekitchenandbathsaredecoratedwithbeautifultalaveratile.Theopenkitchenandlivingarealendstoentertainingandhasinspiredeverythingfromcookingclassestoeveningtheater.Theaccordionglassdoorsfoldopentoseamlesslyallowtheoutsidein,andguestsareabletofloatfromlivelyconversationsbetweenthepoolsidebartothelivingarea.

CasaEscondidaissetbackfromthestreetandcomprisedofatwobedroom,2bathmaincasa,atwobedroomonebathguestwingandasecondstoryonebedroomapartment.Thereisapoolandalargeparkingareawithroomforaboat.Thelotmeasures1129sqmetersandthecombinedsqftofthehome,apartmentandguestwingis2500sf.

Whilethefuturewillbringmanynewthings,onethingiscertain,PaulandJeffwillreturntoLoretotoenjoythenaturalbeautyandfriendstheyhavemadealongtheway.

For more information on Casa Escondida and Loreto, Baja Sur please contact Jill Jackson at Mision Loreto Properties. Email: [email protected] website: http://www.misionloreto.com

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The“MILPA”isatraditionalagriculturalsysteminwhichfarmersplantadozencropsatonceincludingmaize,avocado,squash,beansandmore.Forhundredsofyears,thepeopleofMesoamericahaveunderstoodthedelicatebalancerequiredforsuccessfulfarming,andhowtherelationshipbetweencropsbenefitseachother.Alltheingredientsforthissoupcanbefoundgrowinginamilpa,hencethename.

Wheninseason,add2cupsoffreshzucchiniblossoms,washedandcleaned,andlightlychopped.

BuenProvecho!SOPADEMILPAServes8

Ingredients1cupOnion,dicedsmall1Garlicclove,minced2½cupTomatoes,pureed2cupCornniblets2Poblanochile–de-veined/deseeded,julienned2cupZucchini–diced2cupNopales(cactuspads)–cooked,slicedinbatonsizestrips(ifusingcanned,cookednopales,drainallliquidandrinsewell)2tbspEpazote(Mexicanspice),roughlychopped6-8cupsBroth(chickenorvegetable)orwaterVegetableoilSalttotaste

Method1.Overmediumheat,drizzlethebottomofapotwithoil2.Addtheonion,cookuntiltranslucent,addthegarlic,seasonwithsalt3.Incorporatethepureedtomatoes,stirwell4.After1-2minutes,addthecorn,zucchini,nopalesstripsandjuliennedpoblano5.Season,bringtoaboil,thenreducetosimmer6.Addtheepazote,simmerfor5-10min7.Serve

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Mexico offers so much value, culture, lifestyle and friendship to Canadians of all ages. We tell the stories of the 100’s of thousands of Canadians who have found success in Mexico, we bring you information on traveling, living in and investing in Mexico. From real estate how-to’s to great shopping tips we bring you the real Mexico. Go ahead - live your dream.

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This lovely fully-furnished hacienda from 1891, has been updated as a comfortable modern home. 4508sf w/4 bedrooms each with full bath, plus a guest half-bath. The Machine House and the Main House have large shady terraces with traditional arches and columns. The old hand dug well and several other wells on the property provide fresh clear water for the pool and gardens.

With a total of over 13,5 acres (5,5 hectares) there is room to add guest rooms, stables, nature trails. The property is entirely fenced and ready to move.

Price USD$ 680,000 Contact: [email protected] US +52 (33) 3627-6437 www.sirguadalajara.com

HACIENDA SANTA CRUZ TICUM YUCATAN, MEXICO

Unique 3 bed/3 bath ocean view Villa has been completely renovated to the highest standards. Lines are crisp & clean with splashes of baroque, modern, classical, Spanish colonial and Asian twists that work together as a symphony of design. Furnishings available. An absolute delight.

US$975,000

Contact: [email protected] US+ 205-277-6454 +52 (624) 172-6555

ATLANTIS HOUSE PALMILLA, LOS CABOS

Located in the prestigious private community of Villas del Mar, this beachfront home offers 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths on two levels with two garages (4 cars). Spacious terraces surround the beachside infinity pool and firepit. Includes membership to Club 96.

US$3,495,000


VILLAS DEL MAR PALMILLA, LOS CABOS

Charming home now adapted as a boutique hotel located in the heart of Ajijic. The fusion of Moroccan and Spanish style crafts a picturesque setting of shaded patios, balconies and terraces. 3,815 sf w/ 4 bedrooms and 4 suites. Each guest has access to spacious bathrooms, private terraces and all the services they require.

This property offers the perfect location just steps from the Malecon. With its commerical units of shops and art galleries, Hotel Casa Blanca presents an investment opportunity in the growing interest of the area.

Price USD$ 550,000 Contact: [email protected] US +52 (33) 3627-6437 www.sirguadalajara.com

CASA BLANCA AJIJIC, LAKE CHAPALA

A spectacular country house on the shore of Lake Chapala, a large outdoor terrace and garden with stunning landscapes and beautiful sunsets.

45 minutes from Guadalajara, Casa Tua offers peace and solitude with easy access to all major amenities including hospitals, shopping, international airport, theater, and more. An original Mexican style house, built entirely of adobe and wood, with high ceilings and large windows, the details and decor create a special atmosphere that invites you to spend unforgettable evenings by the fireplace.

Price $USD 650,000 Contact: [email protected] US +52 (33) 3627-6437 www.sirguadalajara.com

CASA TUA CHAPALA, JALISCO

Several 2-3 bedroom units available, completely furnished with spectacular water views, and steps to the water. Beautifully landscaped. Low density complex, and many units have garages. Within walking distance to grocery stores and restaurants. Several golf courses are nearby and the Los Cabos International Airport is about 15 minutes.

Prices start at $480,000 usd.


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BEST DEAL IN CONCHAS CHINAS AREA! US $995,000

Casa Tula is a 3 bedroom 3.5 bath home, fully furnished, with fantastic ocean and mountain views, pool and 2-car garage. Construction - 7,104 sq. ft.; Land - 6,329 sq. ft.

CONTACT: [email protected] US+ (866) 242.1709 +52 (322) 173.8712

CASA TULA PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO

PRESTIGIOUS PUNTA ESMERALDA US $499,000

Condo Marisol located in prestigious Punta Esmeralda is a furnished, 3-bedroom, plus studio/4-bath condo with a large covered outdoor terrace and private plunge pool; includes many upgrades. Complex has 8 common area pools, spa, gym, beach club, gated 24-hour security. Construction – 3,068 sq. ft.


CONDO MARISOL LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE, NAYARIT

PLENTY OF SPACE INDOORS AND OUT! US $389,000

This 2-bedroom/2-bath condo, fully furnished, has a large terrace with a covered roof, granite counters, marble floors throughout and many upgrades. Covered, deeded parking spot, separate storage room and all the amenities of the complex.

Construction – 1,690 s. ft.

Contact: [email protected] US+ (866) 242.1709 +52 (322) 173.8712

HUANACAXTLE 302 LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE, NAYARIT

BEAUTIFUL BEACHFRONT COMMUNITY US $349,000

This house is a 3-bedroom/3.5-bath in a secure, gated beach-front community; furnished, with marble floors and beautiful stone work throughout; multiple terraces, newly tiled rooftop terrace providing panoramic ocean views. 1-year maintenance paid by very motivated seller. Construction – 2,153 sq. ft.; Land -2,390 sq. ft.

Contact: [email protected] US+ (866) 242.1709 +52 (322) 173.8712

VALLARTA GARDENS 37 LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE, NAYARIT

RELAXED COUNTRY-STYLE LIVING! US $349,000

Located a short distance inland from Bucerias, Casa Linda is close enough to offer easy access to all necessities but far enough away from the hustle and bustle to provide peace and quiet. With a comfortable one-level, two-bedroom, two-bath house on a large lot, there is plenty of room for expansion if desired. Beautiful landscaping abounds. Construction – 1195 sq. ft. Land – 53,825 sq. ft.


CASA LINDA BUCERIAS, NAYARIT

EXCELLENT INVESTMENT PROPERTY! US $375,000

Two units in one! Each side of this duplex is a roomy 2-bedroom/2.5-bath home. Living area with half bath on the first floor; second floor of each unit has two bedrooms with en-suite baths. Each has its own private garage and plunge pool. Great investment property.

Construction – 2,432 sq. ft.; Land – 1,873 sq. ft.


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2 Bedroom, 2 bath, oceanview, pool, internet

RENT from $1,200 usd/wk

Contact: [email protected]

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CASA JACARANDA SAYULITA

2 Bed, 3 bath, near beach, salt pool, internet, fountains, in town



52 (329) 291-3122, US (310) 341-3377

CASA SORPRESA SAYULITA

3 Bedroom, 3 bath, near beach, 2 shared pools, internet



52 (329) 291-3122, US (310) 341-3377

CASA MARGARITAVILLE SAYULITA

2 Bedroom, 3 bath, ocean view, internet, close to town center

RENT from $700 usd/wk


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CASA ALAS SAYULITA

3 self-contained suites. Total 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3rd floor ocean view, w/private roof deck, pool with cascade, central location (Gringo Hill)

RENT from $700 usd/week per suite ALSO FOR SALE $589,000usd entire casa or 2nd fl Condo $195,000usd

Contact: [email protected] 52 (329) 291-3122, US (310) 341-3377

CASA JUANITA 1, 2, 3 SAYULITA

3 Bedroom, 3 bath, near beach, ocean view, pool, internet, north end


Contact: [email protected] 52 (329) 291-3122, US (310) 341-3377

CASA VIDA SAYULITA

CASA LEACH 3 bed | 3 bath | 4,498 sf $395,000 USD

Built in 2007 for handicap accessibility on both levels and tastefully furnished this custom built home that has it all. Walled for privacy and security with parking for 3 cars and convenient elevator to the main floor. Large terrazza offers 180+ degree unobstructed view of both Scorpion and Mezcala Islands. Bonus! A one bedroom casita on the lower level with its own courtyard and lake view.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE VIDEO TOURS CLICK HERE: www.accesslakechapala.com/2011/11/09/casa-leach/

EASY ACCESSIBILITY ON ONE LEVEL

CASA DIEZ PRIMERO 2 bed | 2.5 bath | 2,830 sf $195,000USD

This charming home in Vista el Lago has a wonderful garden setting with mountain views. A smaller one level home perfect for year round living and easy maintenance. With authentic Mexican features including Boveda ceilings, tiled floors, lots of natural light. A great home to enjoy a low cost lifestyle in the heart of Lake Chapala. Includes a detached 1 bedroom full casita for your guest to enjoy!

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE MORE PHOTOS CLICK HERE: http://youtu.be/uvxdKSBDQKo

AFFORDABLE YEAR ROUND LIFESTYLE

CASA MADILL 3 bed | 3.5 bath | 4,971 sf $299,900 USD

5000 sq. ft. home with panoramic views of Lake Chapala and the mountains from the vast covered terrace. This home offers generous living and entertaining areas with open concept living and dining room along with separate office/den. Lots of features in this home including: Walk-in closets, fireplace, salt water pool with swim-up bar, new windows and doors, 2 car garage and access to the second fairway.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE MORE PHOTOS CLICK HERE: http://youtu.be/Psdwtxuv9lQ

ALL THE AMENITIES FOR A FRACTION OF THE COST!

CASA POIRIER 4 bed | 5 bath | 6,338 sf $399,000 USD

Located on the second fairway with spectacular views this renovated house includes 2 casitas set on a beautifully maintained property. Enjoy your large terrazzo that spans entire living room and master bedroom. Downstairs are 2 one bedroom casitas. Time for a round of golf? Your new homes includes a golf cart and golf course access!

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE A VIDEO TOUR CLICK HERE: www.accesslakechapala.com/2011/11/09/casa-poirier/

SINGLE LEVEL HOME WITH 2 CASITAS

CASA CESAR 5 bed | 3 bath | 6,370 sf $325,000 USD

Largest property in Vista Del Lago. 3 bedrooms downstairs and 2 bedrooms up with access to the wrap round terrace and lake view. This corner lot has it all, swimming pool, tennis court and very well maintained yard. This is an older home that can be made into a showpiece with very little effort.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE A VIDEO TOUR CLICK HERE: www.accesslakechapala.com/2011/11/07/casa-vista-del-lago/

READY TO RENOVATE INTO YOUR DREAM HOME

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JOHN CEARNALHernandez Realty GroupAjijic, Jalisco MexicoToll Free: (817)350-4325Local: (376) [email protected]

VISTA DEL LAGO | LAKE CHAPALA PROPERTIES www.casasajijic.com

Ten minutes east of town, Vista del Lago is home to the Chapala Country Club with a challenging nine-hole golf course overlooking the lake. Beautiful private homes surround the course. Conveniently located with easy access to Chapala and all the amenities of a large Mexican town, this community is made up of mainly expat Americans and Canadians many of whom live year round in this paradise. With near perfect weather, excellent golf and stunning lake and mountain views Vista del Lago offers many types of homes and lots to fit any budget. As a long time resident of Vista del Lago and an avid golfer, John can help you with any of your Lake Chapala questions.

Call or email him today! Check out www.casasajijic.com

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CASA DIONNE $299,000 USD

Los Sabinos, Ajijic 3 bed | 2 bath | 2234sf

Lock and go! Knowing it will all be perfect upon your return. Modern open floor plan dramatic domed ceiling large living and dining area flow to covered terrace, perfect for entertaining. Kitchen with granite stainless appliances. Master with en-suite bath, private guest bedroom and separate study. Amazing club house facilities include huge pool & Jacuzzi. Stress free living.

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CHIC GATED COMMUNITY

CASA MARILYNN $245,000

Ajijic Village 2 bed | 2 bath | 2348sf

Enter through the beautiful garden with a cozy entertainment pavillion. Palladian french doors enter the living area with fireplace. Split level dining/den area open to kitchenthat features hand painted Mexican tiles and a stunning view to the mountains. Master bedroom suite and the guest suite are seperate. Walkable to all amenities. Great location!


ROMANTIC VILLAGE HOME

VILLA MIRADOR $750,000 USD

Ajijic, La Floresta 3 bed | 3.5 bath | 5682sf

Luxury new home private and secure. Designed to embrace the moderate climate with outdoor living. Walled gardens with a pool, bbq and outdoor kitchen. Great floor plan with all rooms flowing out to huge covered terrace Guest floor with kitchen. Tropical landscaping is easy to maintain.


LUXURY NEW HOME

VILLA NIÑOS HEROES $189,000

Ajijic 2 bed | 2 bath | 1743sf

Perfect for year round living or snow birds. Enter off quiet street to large living room with fireplace & view thru to garden. High boveda ceilings and french doors. Sleep alcove/study for short term guests with private bath. Newly renovated kitchen. Bright master suite with large closet & new bath, all view to garden. Walled garden with view to mountains.


SPACIOUS VILLAGE HOME

VILLA EL TORO $525,000

Ajijic, La Floresta 3 bed | 3 bath | 4455sf

Enter courtyard flow thru grand entry with domed ceiling flow out to huge covered terrace view to pool & garden fountains add to design look. All rooms flow off terrace glamorous master suite separate private from guest suites. Gourmet kitchen custom cabinets. All move in condition. 2 car garage


BRIGHT SPACIOUS “ NEW HOME”

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Mexi-Go! Connecting Mexico to Canada