Playa Realtors Real Estate

Welcome to the Playa Realtors blog! Today, we want to shed some light on a topic that sets us apart from the rest: the absence of MLS (Multiple Listing Service) in the areas we serve, including Cozumel, Holbox, Tulum, Cancun, Puerto Morelos, and Playa del Carmen. While MLS platforms are commonly used in many real estate markets, we at Playa Realtors have found a unique advantage in not relying on this system. In an area where there are over 6,000 so-called “realtors,” it is essential to work with a licensed broker who truly understands the local market dynamics. Here’s where Playa Realtors excels: we are proud to be among the less than 500 licensed brokers in the region. This distinction allows us to provide our clients with an unparalleled level of expertise, insight, and personalized service. Our team of licensed professionals possesses an in-depth understanding of the local real estate landscape, enabling us to guide our clients with accuracy and efficiency. Working with Playa Realt...

There are many reasons why investing in real estate in the Riviera Maya is a good idea. Here are some of the most compelling reasons: Strong tourism demand.  The Riviera Maya is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with over 30 million visitors each year. This strong demand for tourism creates a high demand for rental properties, which can lead to attractive rental yields. Rapidly growing real estate market.  The Riviera Maya real estate market is one of the fastest growing in the world. This growth is being driven by a number of factors, including the increasing popularity of the destination, the influx of foreign investment, and the development of new infrastructure. Relatively affordable prices.  The cost of real estate in the Riviera Maya is still relatively affordable compared to other popular tourist destinations. This means that investors can get a good deal on a property that has the potential to appreciate in value over time. Attractive tax benefits.  Mex...

Desde el punto de vista de la industria inmobiliaria, gracias a las obras de infraestructura que adelanta actualmente el gobierno federal en Quintana Roo está repuntando la inversión particular, corporativa y de fondos de inversión en el Caribe mexicano, siendo el Tren Maya uno de los principales atractivos para toda esta inversión privada que se está generando (Cancún: Tren Maya inicia pruebas en julio con la primera unidad). Así lo afirma Miguel Angel Lemus Mateos, presidente de la Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios (AMPI) en la región sur de México, que comprende los destinos de Cancún, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Chetumal, Cozumel e incluso Mérida, en el estado de Yucatán. “Creo que somos privilegiados de contar con las obras de infraestructura y la inversión federal en el sureste como lo es el Tren Maya, en virtud de los beneficios que van a traer todos estos proyectos. Muchos fondos de inversión, corporativos y personas físicas han puesto su mirada y ...

The Mayan Train is a major infrastructure project currently underway in southeastern Mexico, which aims to improve transportation and tourism in the region. This project has already had a significant impact on the real estate market in the area, with many investors and developers looking to capitalize on the potential benefits of the project. One of the main impacts of the Mayan Train on the real estate market in southeastern Mexico is the increase in property values ​​in the areas surrounding the train route. Benefits  As the project progresses, properties located near train stations and along the route become more attractive to investors, as they are expected to benefit from increased tourism and economic activity. This has led to an increase in demand for property in these areas, driving up prices and creating new opportunities for real estate developers. Another impact of the Mayan Train on the real estate market in southeastern Mexico is the development of new infrastructure a...

Beach destinations present a great outlook for the future. And it is that, Mexico has a great stage ahead in tourism given the conditions offered by the country. A golden age is coming for Mexico in the tourism sector and, therefore, in tourist housing, since it has all the particularities that a country needs for this. An important factor is the climate and the facilities in terms of communications. Projects such as the New Tulum Airport and the Mayan Train that will add a plus to the positive scenario of the Riviera Maya as they are investments that will further boost the growth of the region. On the other hand, the tourist activity in Tulum, Playa del Carmen and Cancun, increases the attractiveness of investing in real estate to meet the demand for vacation spaces. These cities show higher capital gains, but, above all, higher cap rates are observed, which are rented in tourist schemes and can deliver from 9 to 15%, which is very good for a property; to this must be added the surplu...

The real estate market in the Riviera Maya is unmatched in the world, as it offers a greater capital gain even than that of Dubai, as evidenced by the growth in values ​​of 452% on average in the 10-year period, from 2009 to 2019.   The choice of these dates is not accidental. That decade ranges from the recovery after the last real estate crisis, due to the so-called “swine flu” epidemic, to the emergence of COVID-19. However, also in those periods of contraction, Mexico behaved differently. During the 2008 crisis, real estate growth was 0% (without devaluation), while in the United States, the market contracted by 52%. On the other hand, Mexico is very different from the United States or other countries. There the down payment is low and it is the bank that assumes the credit risk. Here, you have to verify that you can pay for the property in addition to giving a very high down payment; it is common for people to buy property with their own money. KEY FACTORS OF CAPITAL GAIN IN M...

The long-awaited Maya Train has been a hot topic for some time now, and with fresh news coming from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, María Luisa Albores González last Monday announced that section 5 of the train could be one of the most scenic and iconic train routes in Mexico. For The Architecture And History Lovers Travelers and culture seekers can soon delight in the train’s exciting new offerings, as it comes as a surprise that the southern part of the section 5 route, which is roughly 67km long, from Playa Del Carmen to Tulum, will  feature four new archeological sites in the Quintana Roo state; Cueva Garra del Jaguar, Cueva 8 balas, Pamul II, and Cueva de las Manitas. This also includes the restoration and improvement of two already existing archeological zones, Muyhil and Tulum. In conjunction with these works, a new visitor service center will be opening in Tulum, and Muyil will receive a ticket office and services area too. This sectio...

It’s nearly time for your annual spring break getaway, and if you are heading to Mexico this year, then Cancun, The Riviera Maya, and surrounding areas are definitely your safest bets.     As tourists are beginning to book their vacations, The State Department has warned U.S. Citizens to try and avoid certain parts of Mexico. Whether you are visiting the Riviera Maya solo, as a couple, or with your friends or family, you are in for an exciting but, most importantly, safe trip. The Riviera Maya comprises two states, the Yucatán peninsular to the north and Quintana Roo to the south.       What Does The State Department Recommend? According to the latest travel advisory, along with Campeche,  Yucatan is the only other state in Mexico in which the department has advised to exercise normal precautions , as with any other time of the year. Along with sixteen other Mexican states, travelers have been advised to take increased caution when visiting Quinta...