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Comprehensive Legal Services for Expats Buying Property in Mexico

Legal Solutions for Expats

Our range of legal services is designed specifically for expats from the U.S. and Canada looking to buy property in Cabo and beyond. From due diligence and contract review to property closing and buyer’s representation, our legal experts ensure that every aspect of your transaction is handled with care and precision. We provide legal guidance on local regulations, taxes, and property ownership, ensuring your investment is fully protected. Trust Baja Expats Legal Services to handle the legal complexities while you focus on finding your perfect property in Mexico.

Ernesto Elias
Ernesto Elias

Services

1

Real Estate Due Diligence

Protect Your Investment

My team and I will make a thorough investigation of the property you're intending to acquire and we'll help you determine if it's suitable for your intended purposes.

2

Closing Agency

Receive the service quality expected from an international title company

Having closed more than 500 transactions of properties involving expats mainly in Baja California Sur and Rocky Point but also in Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco and other parts of Mexico, my team of lawyers and I are experts in solving all the issues that arise when closing a property in Mexico.

More information about our Closing Services: HERE

3

Buyer’s Broker & Buyer's Lawyer

Avoid conflicts of interest

Our main role as licensed real estate brokers is to represent and protect the interests of the buyer with a strong focus on all the legal aspects of the transaction.

4

Mexican Real Estate and Bank Trust Law

Receive expert guidance on buying or selling a property through a Bank Trust ("Fideicomiso")

 

For over 30 years, I have personally guided a great number of expats through the process of acquiring, selling, renting, or developing properties that require to establish a bank trust (fideicomiso) .

5

Capital Gains Tax Strategies for Real Estate Transactions

Minimize tax liabilities 

 

We offer specialized guidance in developing capital gains tax strategies for real estate transactions by identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities. We ensure that you benefit from the most favorable tax outcome possible.

6

Inclusion of Mexican Assets into Family Trusts
&
Succession Planning and Management

Ensure that your family’s wealth is effectively managed across borders while protecting your family's future assets

By leveraging our in-depth knowledge of both Mexican and North American trust laws, we'll ensure that your cross-border assets are seamlessly incorporated into your estate plans.

We provide comprehensive assistance in planning and managing succession law matters for expatriates owning properties in Mexico ensuring a smooth transfer of wealth to your heirs.

7

Foreign Investment and Corporate Law

Secure your international real estate investments

We provide specialized Foreign Investment and Corporate Law services tailored to the needs of expats in Mexico who are interested in investing in real estate ventures.

8

Real Estate Acquisitions and Development

Receive specialized advice for real estate developments

We have extensive experience in real estate acquisitions and development, providing specialized legal assistance to foreign developers in Mexico. Our expertise encompasses guiding clients through the complexities of purchasing and developing regular and "Ejido" (rural collectively owned) property in Mexico.

9

Public Notary Services

Ensure that your real estate dealings are properly documented and legally enforceable

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We offer comprehensive Public Notary services which are essential for any  real estate transaction in Mexico.

Contact Me

If you're in Loreto, Baja California Sur, we can schedule a personal meeting.
If you're elsewhere, we can meet virtually.


Please feel free to contact me to set an appointment.

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ERNESTO ELIAS

Baja's Expats' Lawyer

WhatsApp or SMS only

Cell: +52 612 232 75 96

Real Estate Due Diligence

Closing Agency

Buyer's Broker

Mexican Real Estate Law​

Bank Trust Law (Fideicomiso)

Capital Gain Tax Strategies for Real Estate Sales

Inclusion of Mexican Assets into Family Trusts

Succession Planning & Management

Foreign Investment

Mexican Corporate Law

Real Estate Acquisitons & Development

Mexican Public Notary Services

Attorney In South Baja: Cabo, East Cape, Los Barriles, Todos Santos, La Paz, Loreto & Scorpion Bay. Attorney in Mexico: Puerto Vallarta, Rocky Point, Huatulco, Oaxaca, Merida, Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum. Lawyer in Baja. Lawyer in Loreto. Lawyer in Cabo. Lawyer in Todos Santos. Lawyer in La Paz. Lawyer in Mexico. Closing Agent in Mexico. Closing Agent in Baja. Closing Agent in Cabo. Closing Agent in Todos Santos. Closing Agent in Los Barriles. Closing Agent in La Paz. Closing Agent in Loreto. Title Company in Cabo. Title Company in Loreto. Title Company in Todos Santos. Title Company in La Paz. Title Company in Mexico. Buyer's Broker in Cabo. Buyer's Broker in Loreto. Buyer's Broker in La Paz. Buyer's Broker in Todos Santos. Buyer's Broker in Mexico.

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