Archive for April 18th, 2008

The soft US real estate market hasn’t stopped buyers from looking at second homes. According to a National Association of Realtors study, fully one-third of home sales in 2007 were vacation and investment homes. There are nearly 78 million “baby boomers” in the US. Many of these people, born between 1946 and 1964, are looking […]

A major change is taking place in Mexico, but it’s not likely to be one you’ll read about in the headlines. The environmental movement has taken root in Mexico, and interests – ranging from businesses, to governmental authorities to private citizens are making changes in the way Mexico looks at – and protects – its […]

While everyone who lives here agrees that Puerto Vallarta is the place to be, not everyone who owns a Puerto Vallarta luxury home lives here year-round. What do Puerto Vallarta luxury home owners do with their property when they’re away for an extended period of time? They rent their homes to vacationers, corporate travelers and […]

Owners of Mexico luxury homes in Puerto Vallarta are in for a treat: the Vallarta Zoo. Unlike most zoos, you can get close to the animals!
Twice each year, the Vallarta Zoo allows the public to spend time with the zoo’s baby “big cats.” Unheard of in the US, but the Puerto Vallarta Zoo has enjoyed […]

Aging US workers are caught in a bind. Retirement accounts are taking a big hit from stock market and other investment losses. Additionally, they may have used retirement savings to finance their children’s college educations. Combine those with weak performance in the US real estate market, rising fuel and food costs, and the skyrocketing cost […]