Real Estate in Ajijic and Chapala
A simple buyers guide 1. Know your neighborhoods The Lake Chapala area has many towns and neighborhoods. Everything from 5-star condo living to authentic Mexican villages. For this reason the most important decision isn’t where...
The Cupula
Spain's gift to Mexico The cupula that you see incorporated into the Mexican architecture adds to the charm, but did you know they serve a purpose as well? Check out this article by J. Brad Grieve The Cúpula: Spain’s gift to Mexico’s colonial architecture by J....
Grading & Drainage
Do you have questions about controlling the flow of water in and around your property? Here is some great information on the grading and drainage for your home. Grading and drainage in Lake Chapala by J. Brad Grieve The Mexican House There have been times when I step...
How to make a Payroll receipt in Ajicic & Chapala
Whenever you pay out cash for wages or contract work, you should obtain a signed receipt or recibo. If ever there is a wage dispute, the emphasis is upon the employer to prove that wages were paid. Mexican Labor law leans heavily towards protecting the employee,...
How to get your Online Telmex invoice
One of the many services we provide when you buy a home from Chapala Realtors, is to set up your Telmex (Telephone) account. We will then send you the account and password so that you can log in and monitor your monthly billing.
Online CFE invoice
One of the many services we provide when you buy a home from Chapala Realtors, is to set up your CFE (Electricity) account. We will then send you the account and password so that you can log in and monitor your bi-monthly billing
Notario’s Closing Costs in Ajijic & Chapala
Closing costs are approximately 3 – 4% of the purchase price for most transactions. Recently, the high dollar exchange have many clients paying less, in the 2.6 – 2.8% range. Most notaries will provide a line item spreadsheet, prior to closing, itemizing each cost....
Guides to Mexican Labor Law
Mexican labor law can be quite confusing, but it's very important to understand your rights as well as the rights of your workers. A good place to start is by reading articles such as this one at ICLG. When in doubt it's always best to contact a lawyer. Hiring,...
How to make phone calls from Ajijic
In addition, here are the Area Codes for country, state and Lakeside Making a phone call can be confusing, especially for newcomers. Cell phone to cell phone or landline to landline is pretty basic, but did you know you have to dial different numbers if calling a...
How to Calculate Domestic Staff Severance
Severance or Finiquito When you sell your home, you will need to severe the employment of all your staff (maid, gardener, etc.). They can then be recommended and re-hired by the new home owner. You need to calculate each employee’s severance or finiquito, which...