New condo? Tips on getting your power connected

New condo? Tips on getting your power connected

After purchasing your new condo in Vallarta, one of the first utilities you will want to get connected to is your electricity. In Mexico, the only company you can use for electricity is the Comision Federal de Electricidad/Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) which...
New condo? Everything you need to know about roller blinds

New condo? Everything you need to know about roller blinds

If you just purchased or are planning to purchase a condo in Mexico, one of the first items you will want to secure is your window dressings.Before ordering, check with the developer to see what is allowed. Most condo developers require that all units use the same...
Ship or Shop?

Ship or Shop?

Based on the number of people who have joined our Facebook Group: Moving to Mexico in the past month (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1039075733196914/), there appears to be a growing interest in relocating to this beautiful country. People frequently ask whether it...
On what to base your mattress

On what to base your mattress

When outfitting our bedrooms, we often think that the mattress is critical to a comfortable sleep. Although it plays a considerable part, what it sits on is just as important. Without the proper support, the best mattress will not perform. A good foundation will...
Importing of Household Goods

Importing of Household Goods

If you are a new condo owner in Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Nayarit, you may be wondering if you should ship furniture from the US or Canada. Although laws change here from time to time and more often, the enforcement thereof is sporadic at best, I thought it would be...