Real estate professionals in Mexico

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How the property market works in Mexico

In Mexico, real estate intermediation is regulated differently across the country's 32 states, with some states such as Mexico City and Jalisco requiring agents to register or hold local credentials, while regulation is lighter elsewhere; many reputable agents belong to AMPI (Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios).

Foreign buyers acquiring property within the restricted zone (within 50 km of the coast or 100 km of a border) must do so through a fideicomiso (bank trust) or a Mexican corporation, a distinctive feature of the Mexican market.

Buying and selling: key steps

A notario público, a highly qualified legal official distinct from a notary in common-law countries, is required to formalise the sale, verify title, calculate applicable taxes, and register the transfer at the local Registro Público de la Propiedad.

Buyers typically pay an acquisition tax (impuesto sobre adquisición de inmuebles), set by each state, along with notario fees and registration costs.

Working with agents, managers and architects

Agency commission in Mexico is commonly charged as a percentage of the sale price, usually paid by the seller, though rates and practice can vary by region and should be agreed in writing before listing.

Architects (arquitectos) in Mexico are not subject to a single uniform national licensing requirement for residential work in the way notarios are, though professional registration (cédula profesional) is required to practice, and municipal permits are needed for construction.

Things to check before hiring

Ask whether an agent is affiliated with AMPI or a local professional association, and check any state-specific registration requirements that may apply.

Confirm with the notario that the property is free of liens at the Registro Público de la Propiedad, and verify the status of the fideicomiso or corporate structure if you are a foreign buyer purchasing in the restricted zone.