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If you’re looking for a vacation home right now, you’ll have your pick. Sales of second homes are better than they’ve ever been. Why? The price of real estate has dropped. Visit any major retirement destination in the US, and the local real estate agents will all tell you the same thing: prices are coming down, homes are staying on the market longer and people are not seeing as much return on their investments. While deals on US real estate are good, you might consider investing your money in a Mexican vacation home instead.

I was listening to the radio just yesterday, and the newscaster said that property values had dropped by 50 percent in one area in Florida. That’s a tough pill to swallow if you’re a homeowner, but it means great deals for people who are looking for a second home. It also means that the buyers in this market may be in for a long wait to recover the cost of their investment. Some experts are predicting that US property values won’t recover for as much as a decade.

On the other hand, if you build a Mexican vacation home in Puerto Vallarta, you could be looking at double digit property value increases for the next five years or more. That sounds like a much better investment! Don’t buy a vacation home just because it’s cheap. Cheap won’t do you much good if the property isn’t also in a position to appreciate. Buy vacation real estate because it has the potential to increase its value substantially and help you recover the cost of its purchase.

A Mexican vacation home in Puerto Vallarta has the potential to do just that. Puerto Vallarta has a lot going for it right now. First, the price of ocean-front residential building sites is far lower here than it is in other areas along the Pacific Coast. Mexico strictly limits the amount of coastline eligible for foreign ownership, so Select Mexico Properties’ ultra-desirable-yet-still-affordable real estate will sell quickly.

Second, the property here has the real potential to double in value in the next five years. Currently, Puerto Vallarta’s population is about 350,000, but it’s expected to jump to 600,000 by 2015. Housing will become a major expense in Puerto Vallarta, and those who own prime real estate will benefit the most.

Third, people who live in Mexican vacation homes will enjoy a high quality of life here. You’ll find low health care costs, low cost of living and high quality services. You can’t say that about US retirement destinations! If you’re serious about investing in vacation property, please take a look at Select Mexico Properties offerings. You won’t find a better site in the Puerto Vallarta area to build a Mexican vacation home!

Many people visit Puerto Vallarta each year and want to come back. Puerto Vallarta has been voted the Friendliest City On Earth for a reason! Right now, there are hundreds, maybe even thousands of residential properties being built in Puerto Vallarta. While individuals will own some of these properties, others will be parceled out as timeshares. With a time share, you purchase a week of use in a vacation property. To take advantage of the investment value, however, you want to purchase a Mexican vacation home, and you can at a surprisingly affordable price.

Realistically, a timeshare isn’t much better than a hotel, and it won’t produce a good return on your investment. On the other hand, a Mexican vacation home built in the right location can be enjoyed any time of the year, and will pay handsome dividends in the form of rising property values.

You can design your Mexican vacation home to suit your needs, and decorate it to suit your tastes. A Mexican vacation home is the ideal getaway, and as the owner, you’ll reap some amazing rewards. Rent it out when you’re not using it, or keep it all to yourself. The choice is yours.

Select Mexico Properties has incomparable residential building sites in San Pancho. These hillside lots are the ideal location for an exquisite, custom-built home. These ocean-view sites are just a short walk from San Pancho’s gorgeous beaches. You and your guests will enjoy the hospitality of San Pancho, and all the best of Puerto Vallarta.

Don’t settle for a timeshare when you can have a custom-built, sophisticated Mexican vacation home with a beautiful Pacific Ocean view, and can reap all of the rewards of true ownership. If you’re in the market for vacation property, contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today!

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If you find yourself taking beach vacations every year, now is the time to think about making a more permanent investment in fun! A Mexican vacation home will offer you all of the best: gorgeous weather, sunny beaches, great atmosphere. When you purchase a Mexican vacation home in Puerto Vallarta, you can enjoy an endless supply of beach vacations in one of the world’s friendliest cities.

Puerto Vallarta is waiting with a classic combination of Old World charm and modern amenities. You’ll marvel at the crystal clear waters of Banderas Bay, the beautiful beaches that lead to lush, green jungle vegetation. Cobblestone streets will take you wherever you want to go while they remind you that ships have anchored in Banderas Bay since the 1600’s.

Whether you enjoy life at full-tilt while on vacation or just want to relax and spend some quiet time here, a Mexican vacation home in Puerto Vallarta will deliver exactly what you’re looking for, every time. And right now, there’s no better time to buy. Puerto Vallarta is a buyer’s market right now, with incredible deals on real estate. Ever wanted to vacation in a seaside estate? Now’s your chance to own one of your very own, and at a fraction of the cost of comparable properties in the US.

In just the last decade, property values in Puerto Vallarta have tripled for those lucky enough to own a Mexican vacation home. But you haven’t missed the boat! In the next five years, property values here are expected to double again. Now is the time, and a Mexican vacation home is the ticket to enjoying stellar real estate ROI.

If you’re looking for a solid performer in real estate investments, please don’t wait. Select Mexico Properties has premium building sites available in San Pancho, just north of Puerto Vallarta. You won’t find better building sites in this area, and these lots are reserved strictly for residential builders. If you want to see your investment values take off, please contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today.

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Puerto Vallarta’s beautiful new airport terminal is in operation and is ready to handle an influx of as many as 800,000 new passengers per year. The great news is that many low-cost domestic carriers have applied for permits to begin international flight service. That’s great news for residents in the southwestern part of the US, because it will mean very competitive pricing for international flights to Puerto Vallarta and other destinations in Mexico. Getting to your Mexican vacation home may be getting even less expensive by the end of 2008.

Puerto Vallarta is very close – within a few hours’ flight – of most major US cities. In one respect this ability to get to your Mexican vacation home with such a short flight makes Puerto Vallarta a very attractive place to consider when building. International flights come in and out of Puerto Vallarta on a daily basis, which makes it easy to get here and easy to get home. The addition of low-cost domestic carriers into the equation means that you’ll be able to get to and from your Mexican vacation home quickly and inexpensively.

This news works not only for you when you want to enjoy the comforts of your Mexican vacation home, it also works for your potential guests, if you plan to rent out your Mexican vacation home when you’re not using it. Making Puerto Vallarta as accessible as possible is one of the strategies being employed by the Federal government here. Tourism is big already, and they want to make sure it gets bigger still! By making Puerto Vallarta highly accessible, the tourist economy will continue to flourish here.

As it is, Grupo Aeropuertuario del Pacifico, a major airport operator in Mexico, is expecting a 7% increase in traffic. Tourists are coming to Mexico, and places like Puerto Vallarta are among their favorite destinations. This is excellent news for smart investors who have already purchased a Mexican vacation home, and for those potential investors who are considering the same move.

A Mexican vacation home is not just an acquisition to be enjoyed a few times per year, but also an investment with strong growth potential. It can also be an income generator, if you rent the property out. If this is a potential you want to learn more about, please contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today. Our agents can show you how to take advantage of the buyer’s market here in Puerto Vallarta and set yourself on the road to investment security and perhaps even financial freedom!

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As a country, Mexico has enormous diversity in terms of species in the environment. Mexico is filled with biosphere reserves and national parks. In addition to diversity in species, you’ll find a variety of environments here, too. Marine, desert, agricultural, jungle, volcanic and mountain environments all add to Mexico’s charm and natural beauty. It’s the ideal place to build a Mexican vacation home.

Americans have known about the benefits of owning a Mexican vacation home for years. In fact, 1.5 million Americans own residential property here. Aside from the beauty of the area, the value of land here has increased steadily, making a Mexican vacation home a solid investment performer.

Don’t think that the high cost of retirement is something that’s affecting Americans only. European retirees face the same spiraling costs and limited savings. They are now buying Mexican vacation homes as they plan for their retirement as well. The strength of European currency gives them an advantage, and provides an even larger discount on the purchase of a Mexican vacation home.

Within a decade, the land here will be sold only at a high premium. Right now, however, serious investors can buy exceptional building sites and construct Mexican vacation homes for a fraction of their future worth. And you won’t have to wait long to see the return, either. Property values here have tripled in the last ten years and are expected to double in the next five.

There is no better time to build a Mexican vacation home than right now and Puerto Vallarta is definitely the best place for this kind of investment. If you’re ready to enjoy what Mexico has to offer, and you want to take advantage of the upswing in the Mexico real estate market, please don’t wait. Contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today and find out how to position yourself to enjoy retirement here in Puerto Vallarta.

In 2008, you’re unlikely to find many investments that can provide the return and value that a Mexican vacation home can. The Mexico real estate market isn’t experiencing the softness that you’re seeing in the US market. In fact, quite the opposite is happening.

According to the Secretaria de Tourismo, Mexico was the beneficiary of $3.5 billion in US tourism dollars. For as many tourists as Puerto Vallarta welcomes each year, residential construction here outpaced hotel construction for the second year in a row. So many residential properties are being built here not only because people want to stay here, but also because they want to invest here.

And it’s an investment that’s being welcomed by the government, which has bent over backwards to ensure foreign ownership rights and protections. Eighty percent of coastal land purchases are being made by foreign buyers. They understand the value of coastal property and they’re positioning themselves to take advantage of it.

The availability of prime property for Mexican vacation home construction won’t last forever. Land here is being bought not only by American investors, but also by European and Asian investors who are looking for the same investment opportunities you are. The difference between you and them is that they’re working with strong currency. This land looks even more like a deal to them than it does to you.

If a Mexican vacation home is part of your overall investment plan, please contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today. We can connect you with exquisite properties, as well as architects and engineers who are well versed in designing and building luxurious hillside homes. Please don’t wait to investigate this opportunity. Land is being gobbled up here by buyers who are anxious to take advantage of the sky-high investment potential of these properties. Please contact one of our sales reps today!

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Purchasing a Mexican vacation home isn’t a decision that most people take lightly. Usually, a buyer has either visited an area many times or is looking for a retirement locations.

In either case, a Mexican vacation home is a perfect investment, and now is the time to invest. Owning a Mexican vacation home in a place like Puerto Vallarta can ensure that you’ll be able to enjoy annual or semi-annual getaways to Puerto Vallarta at an affordable cost. Your Mexican vacation home will always be waiting for you.

A vacation home in Puerto Vallarta will have a low operational cost when you’re not there. Finding a caretaker for the home is easy, and many people who own a Mexican vacation home choose to go this route.

As an added benefit, depending upon the quality of the home, you can turn your Mexican vacation home into a premiere rental property while you’re away, allowing the home to pay for its own staff and generate income on the side for you.

Owning a Mexican vacation home isn’t just another expense; it’s an investment and it can also be an income-generator that pays for itself. What’s not to like about that?

If you’re interested in exploring the prospect of owning a Mexican vacation home, you should know that Select Mexico Properties has some of the most beautiful residential building sites available in the Puerto Vallarta area. These sites aren’t stuck in the hustle and bustle of Puerto Vallarta. They’re north of the city in San Pancho and just a short walk from the beach.

A Mexican vacation home built on one of these sites will appeal to the true vacationer, who wants to get away from it all, an relax in a luxurious, peaceful environment. San Pancho is within minutes of Puerto Vallarta, so you and your guests will be able to take in everything that Puerto Vallarta has to offer, whether that’s golf, sailing, sport fishing, surfing, diving or laying on the beach. You’ll also enjoy the most beautiful Pacific sunsets, gorgeous jungle vegetation and the most beautiful views of the ocean right from your own Mexican vacation home.

Please don’t wait. These lots are selling quickly and we’re receiving inquiries daily about their availability. Please use the interactive map on our site to find the site of your dreams and contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today.

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 environment. The eco-movement is cropping up in the form of land management, sustainable technologies and recycling programs that help integrate Mexican vacation homes into Mexico’s new green landscape.

Less than 20 years ago, the environment was completely off the radar. No one was talking about it. As more industrial production has moved to Mexico, however, concerned environmental groups, citizens and businesses have made an effort to protect the environment. Evidence of this is everywhere, including in Puerto Vallarta. Community recycling programs, volunteer beach grooming and maintenance, city efforts to keep the beaches and public areas clean, and programs that protect the environment and create sanctuaries for sea life are all the result of the active desire to keep Puerto Vallarta and all of Mexico clean and environmentally safe.

Today, people who are building Mexican vacation homes are looking at solar power, eco-friendly building materials, clean water capture and treatment, building plans that inhibit erosion, and make minimal impact on the surrounding environment. In coastal areas, this is especially important.

At Select Mexico Properties, we can help you find architects and engineers who are familiar with the landscape here in San Pancho, and can design Mexican vacation homes that are energy-efficient, ecologically friendly, and have a low impact on the environment. With so much sunshine in Puerto Vallarta, owners of Mexican vacation home can incorporate designs that include solar collection to reduce the home’s dependence on metered electricity, rain water reclamation for outdoor watering and recreational use, and ecologically friendly building materials that can reduce the home’s cost, reduce operating expenses and blend in with the environment.

Your Mexican vacation home can blend in with the natural environment here and allow you to enjoy Puerto Vallarta without harming the beautiful atmosphere here. If you want to explore green options for a Mexican vacation home, please contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today.

For some people, owning a Mexican vacation home
home is a cherished dream. From an economic perspective, it makes sense, and regardless of your age right now, there’s no better time to build one than right now.

You’ll definitely get your money’s worth of gorgeous, sunny days in Puerto Vallarta from November to May. If you normally dread the thought of winter, and November gets you down, building a Mexican vacation home may be just the tonic to cure your winter blues.

You see, the sun shines pretty much daily down here throughout the “winter” months. It rains occasionally, but not much and not for long. The rains come in May, when the weather up North is warming up. If you could spend November to May in Puerto Vallarta and May to November up North, you might never actually see snow again.

If you spend a significant amount of time in Mexico each year (180 days or more), within five years, you’ll be eligible to upgrade your FM3 visa to an FM2 “immigrant” visa. This distinction is important because it allows you to claim residency status for tax purposes. Your Mexican vacation home will receive favorable tax treatment.

Your FM3 visa allows you to bring your vehicle into Mexico. Some might be scratching their heads at the “benefit” of this, but in Mexico, you don’t pay annual registration fees for your vehicle. That’s right – no vehicle taxes. No plate renewals, no use taxes. Nada. If you spend six months here and leave your vehicle behind, leave the existing plate on it and say goodbye to high vehicle registration costs.

Once you come down here, you’ll see why so many people look forward to spending time in their Mexican vacation home. Life truly is different here – in a good way!

If you’re considering the purchase of a Mexican vacation home, and you’re looking for the ideal location, contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today. We have hillside lots that overlook the ocean. You won’t find prettier building sites than these anywhere around. Best of all, they’re reserved for residential construction. Once you see them, you’ll know why so many people are interested in building their Mexican vacation home in San Pancho.

You might think that a Mexican vacation home is an extravagance you can’t afford right now. The real question is not “Can you afford to buy a Mexican vacation home?” but rather, “Can you afford not to?”

A Mexican vacation home in Puerto Vallarta would be ideal. You can travel down here for a few weeks in December or January, when winter is at its worst. For the rest of the year, you need to work though. And unfortunately, your job isn’t in Puerto Vallarta.

For those times of the year when you aren’t enjoying your Mexican vacation home, you could be using it to generate income. You can rent your home out to vacationers, to those who are semi-retired or who are in Puerto Vallarta overseeing the construction of their own Mexican vacation home.

In Puerto Vallarta, you can hire a caretaker to oversee the building, handle the rent, the landscaping and perform maintenance. Your Mexican vacation home becomes an income generator for you while you’re away. Put the extra cash toward your mortgage or save it in the bank.

Suddenly, a Mexican vacation home makes a lot of economic sense! The number of people who visit here, live here part-time and come here on extended stays is enormous. You could easily generate thousands of dollars in income from your Mexican vacation home when you aren’t using it.

In this economy, it’s important to make the most of the opportunities you have, and a Mexican vacation home in Puerto Vallarta is one of the best opportunities you’ll find. Think about the possibilities, but don’t hesitate for too long. You could be letting the opportunity of a lifetime slip away.

Select Mexico Properties has some of the most desirable building sites available on the Pacific Coast right now. These oceanview home sites won’t last long. Smart investors know a deal when they see one! If you’re ready to look at the opportunity to own a Mexican vacation home, please contact a Select Mexico Properties sales representative today.