Q: I thought non-Mexican citizens were not allowed to own property in Mexico, or that to do so, one has to sign a 99-year lease with a Mexican partner?
A: This is not the case. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the Foreign Investment Law (FIL) in Mexico have significantly liberalized bans on foreign ownership of land in Mexico. Furthermore, definitive title to residential properties in the prohibited zone (50 km inland along the coast, 100 km along Mexico's natural borders and all of Baja, California) can be held in a Mexican bank trust (fideicomiso) assigned to foreigners for 50 years and renewed upon expiration.

Q: Can I get title insurance from a U.S. company for a real estate deal in Mexico?
A: Yes. Many of our clients have used title insurance to underwrite their purchase of land from us.

Q: What about water supply?
A: Fresh water is readily available and easily accessible from the underground water table at Los Arboles Tulum. Drilling and installing a water well is a relatively inexpensive and easy process.

Q: What about sewage?
A: One of the experts on our team focusses exclusively on this topic and has designed and implemented many systems around the local neighborhood.

Q: Can I subdivide my property?
A: No. In order to maintain the integrity and beauty of the subdivision no homesites may be futher subdivided.

Q: Are there building restrictions?
A: Yes. Once again, to preserve this unique and precious environment, it is necessary to enforce some rules as they relate to buildings and construction. We believe these guidelines will be embraced and fully supported by all residents. A copy of the restrictions is available of request.

Q: Should I buy now or wait until the Los Arboles Tulum is further developed?
A: The choice is yours, however it is highly likely that as the subdivision matures and the infra-structure grows, the prices of homesites will increase.

Q: Why live in the jungle?
A: The jungle is an alive and exciting place where one can really experience nature in an undisturbed setting. The diversity of plant and animal species we have seen on the property continues to amaze us. In addition, with the average lot size at Los Arboles Tulum being about 5 acres, one gains the privacy and seclusion not afforded by the beach.

Q: Life in the jungle, aren't there a lot of mosquitoes?
A: Actually, since mosquitoes live and breed in standing water, they are more prevalent near the mangrove areas just inland from the beach. The absence of standing water on the property prevents the mosquito problem from becoming much of an issue.

Q: How far from Los Arboles Tulum is the beach?
A: Los Arboles Tulum is exactly 17.1km or 9.6miles down the Coba highway from some of the best beaches in Mexico. From the front gate at Los Arboles Tulum to actual "toes-in-the-water" at the Tulum beaches is approximately 15 minutes driving time.

Q: How far from Los Arboles Tulum is the nearest town?
A: Los Arboles Tulum is exactly 12.6km or 7.5 miles from the crossroads at Tulum Pueblo, down the Coba highway.

Q: How far from Los Arboles Tulum is the international airport?
A: The airport is exactly 129.6km or 77.7 miles, which is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours driving time, depending on time of day on the main road (tour bus traffic can lead to the longer time).

Q: How much should I budget for closing costs?
A: Closing costs will vary somewhat between homesites, however you should budget around $5,000 USD for the closing process.