Retire, Relocate & Invest in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
We're David and Megan — a Canadian-Mexican couple who made the move to Mérida ourselves. Now we help English speaking families from the U.S. and Canada navigate the entire process of buying or selling property, investing wisely, or starting a new chapter in Yucatán, Mexico.
Why Clients Choose Us
Structured Advisory. Proven Market Expertise.
Every engagement follows a documented process — from initial consultation through closing — built on four years of transaction experience in Yucatán's most active Real Estate market.
Legal Guidance
We coordinate with trusted attorneys, notaries, and fideicomiso specialists so you never feel lost in the legal process.
Education First
We believe informed buyers make confident decisions. No pressure — just honest answers to all your questions.
Personal Attention
We work with a limited number of clients at a time so every family gets the care and focus they deserve.
Local Expertise
David grew up here. We know the neighborhoods, the builders, the market — and we'll share everything we've learned.
Featured Properties for Sale in Mérida
Hand-Selected Listings in Yucatán
Every property in our portfolio is vetted for legal clarity, structural quality, and long-term value — from colonial homes in Mérida Centro to modern builds in Yucatán's fastest-growing neighborhoods. Here are a few of our current featured listings.
Know Every Cost Before You Make an Offer
Buying property in Mexico involves costs that most buyers don't expect — notary fees, ISAI transfer tax, fideicomiso setup, attorney fees, and more. Our free Closing Costs Calculator breaks it all down so there are no surprises.
Built specifically for Americans and Canadians purchasing in Mérida and Yucatán.
Calculate Your Closing Costs — FreeWhat the Calculator Covers
- Notary fees — the largest closing cost, typically 3–5% of property value
- ISAI transfer tax — Yucatán's property acquisition tax
- Fideicomiso setup — the bank trust required for all foreign buyers in Mérida
- Attorney fees — legal review and contract coordination
- Appraisal & certificates — required documentation costs
Watch & Learn
Free Real Estate Education on Our YouTube Channel
We share everything we know about Mérida Yucatán Real Estate — the legal process, neighborhoods, closing costs, and what life is really like for English speaking buyers relocating to Mexico. No fluff — just honest, practical information.
Why Choose Us
Learn what sets our advisory apart from traditional agents.
How We Help Our Clients
See our full-service approach to international Real Estate.
Client Testimonials
Hear from Americans and Canadians who've worked with us.
Why Mérida, Yucatán
A Real Estate Market Built for International Buyers
Mérida has become one of the most sought-after destinations for Americans and Canadians looking to buy property in Mexico. As the capital of the state of Yucatan, it offers a rare combination of colonial architecture, modern infrastructure, world-class healthcare, and one of the lowest crime rates in all of Latin America. For English speaking buyers navigating Mexico international Real Estate, Mérida stands apart.
The Yucatán Real Estate market offers a range of options — from restored colonial homes in the historic Centro district to newly built residences in master-planned communities north of the city. Properties for sale in Mérida typically range from $150,000 USD for modern condos to over $1 million for luxury estates, beach houses along the Gulf Coast, and premium lots in gated golf communities. Whether you are searching for a retirement home, a family residence, or an investment property with strong rental potential, the market here rewards informed buyers.
What makes the process different in Mexico is the legal framework. Foreign buyers in the Yucatán purchase property through a fideicomiso — a bank trust that grants full ownership rights, including the ability to sell, rent, remodel, or pass the property to heirs. Our team coordinates every step with trusted attorneys and notaries to ensure your transaction is legally sound and fully transparent.
As a Mexico Real Estate group focused exclusively on the Yucatán Peninsula, we bring local knowledge that generalist agencies cannot match. We know which neighborhoods are appreciating, which builders deliver on time, which developments offer genuine value, and which ones to avoid. That is the difference between working with a Real Estate company that operates here every day and one that covers all of Mexico from a distance.
What Our Clients Say
Families Who Trusted Us With Their Move
Most of our clients find us through YouTube and referrals. Here's what they have to say about working with our team.
"Just 100 days ago, our family of five from Canada started a group chat with Vanessa and David, and today, we're holding the keys to our new home in Mérida."
Jeff & Bethany Ballantyne
Canada
"If you are looking for a seamless, professional experience this is the Real Estate group for you. Introductions were made during a Google video conference where we discussed what I was looking for."
Patricia Ayala
Google Review
"My husband and I were looking for an investment opportunity in Mexico and we were contemplating Tulum. However, we came across Yucatan Real Estate Group through YouTube and we are so glad we did!"
MC Rodriguez
Google Review
"David is amazing at his job. He scheduled everything, we were on time with the tours of the homes and we really enjoyed ourselves. He was well organized and very professional."
Tony Geroso
Google Review
"My husband and I recently worked with Yucatan Real Estate Group while exploring property options in Mexico, and I cannot speak highly enough about our experience."
Kay Carter
Google Review
"Guillermo and the team have been amazing. They've gone out of their way to answer multiple questions and concerns throughout our research to moving abroad."
Fernando Delgado
Google Review
Ready to Start Your Mérida Journey?
Whether you're dreaming about retirement, planning a family relocation, or exploring your first investment in Mexico — we'd love to hear your story and help you figure out the next step.