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5 Things Foreign Buyers Don't Know About Yucatan

Equipo EditorialPublished April 1, 20265 min read

1. The Fideicomiso Is Not Optional

Foreigners cannot directly own property in the restricted zone (50km from coast, 100km from borders). The bank trust (fideicomiso) is the legal mechanism that enables ownership through a Mexican bank as trustee.

2. The Heat Is Real

Yucatan has a tropical climate. From March to June, temperatures regularly exceed 35°C (95°F). Air conditioning is not a luxury — it's a necessity. This impacts electricity costs.

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