NEW SEMINAR BENEFITS REAL ESTATE BUYERS AND  INVESTORS 

INDUSTRY INSIDERS OFFER SUCCESS SECRETS

MLS 4 Riviera Maya is proud to announce it's sponsorship of the brand new seminar for buyers and investors here in the Riviera Maya called "The Inside Secrets of Buying Real Estate in the Rivera Maya".  The seminar is designed to provide insight to help buyers and investors complete successful transactions utilizing the legal rules of Mexico to their benefit.

The seminar will be held March 26-27, 2007 in the Royal Porto Real Ballroom in Playa del Carmen.
 
"Some people make things happen and some people wonder what happened? You will not want to miss this event or you will definitely be left wondering - what is happening to real estate in the Riviera Maya? Gee, If only I had known." says J.P. Money, staff writer for Riviera Maya Real Estate News.

At the seminar, buyers and investors will learn the INSIDE SECRETS on buying in Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, Tulum, and the Costa Maya from the people who really know. The area's most successful investors, professionals, and market movers share their secrets with attendees over 2 informative days in what has become the hottest real estate market in Mexico.

- World Class Broker Joins Seminar
- Local Realtor Wins Sales Awards
- Commission Rates Announced for Cancun Project
- New Employees Join Playa del Carmen Brokerage

One Stop Real Estate had their annual yearend Christmas Party at the De Vino Restaurant on 5th Avenue.  At the party Irene Soto, recieved special awards and recognition as she broke all One Stop Sales Records for the year. "Irene is a special person" says Jorge Penkoff, owner and partner at One Stop. "We are proud to have her energy as part of the One Stop Real Estate service team.

Playa Realty Executives is happy to announce the new additions to their Realty Executives Playa Team.  "Help us welcome Perla Demirdjian with email at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it and Anthony Spadaro with email at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it " says broker Tom Budniak.  If you would like to contact them, the office phone number is (984) 879-4339.  "Realty Executives Mexican Caribbean wishes you a very wonderful Christmas, healthy, and peaceful 2007…" says Tom.

Mortgage Company Changing the way the Riviera Maya Real Estate Market does Business.

Platinum Capital International has entered the Cancun / Riviera Maya mortgage market.  Mr. Robert Sapia, the local representative, is now leading the way to increase the company's exposure and expand it's services in the marketplace.  Mr. Sapia comes from the Florida USA market where he worked in the real estate industry.  "We have come to the Riviera Maya because we believe that the prospects for adding value to the market are enormous" says Mr. Sapia. 

Platinum is the leading mortgage provider for Americans who wish to purchase in Mexico.  They have innovative products, the latest technologies, and personalized service as the cornerstones of their entry in the market

For U.S. Dollar loans, they offer 20% down, 80% loan to value financing.  This product is for U.S. citizens who are purchasing their second home in Mexico. 
They require a credit Score of 660-680 (650 or higher will be considered on a case by case basis.)

The income documentation requires 1 month paystubs, 2 years W-2's 2 and 2 years of tax returns.  If one is self-employed, then a 24 month copy of bank statements for both personal and business will suffice.

A Weekly Update on What's Happening in our Market Area

- Investors Seminar Set for March 2007
- Realtors Support Childrens Medical Charity
- Appraisal Analysis Supported in Cozumel

INVESTORS SEMINAR MARCH 26-27 AT GRAN PORTO REAL
Riviera Maya Real Estate News and MLS 4 Riviera Maya are hosting a INVESTORS seminar to be held at the Gran Porto Real Hotel on March 26-27. The Inside Secrets of Buying Real Estate in the Riviera Maya will feature the top area professionals presenting winning strategies for investing successfully in the hottest market in Mexico.  The 2 day event will be exclusive and include round table discussions for serious investors with the very best in our indsustry. "The formal press release and announcements will go out this week" says J.P. Money, seminar sponsor.  There will be a limited available space of just 50. For immediate information go to our information and sign up page or just send an email to This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

REALTORS SUPPORT ANGEL NOTION
- Wael Gamaly, owner of Premier Properties and his staff including Holly Guyton,  Marina Lopez and Abby Stewart are supporting a Curry Buffet.  It will be held at the house of Abby's friend Julia on Sunday from 3pm.  The proceeds of the buffet will go to Angel Notion, a local charity that supports the medical needs for young children in the community.  The cost is just 85 pesos per person.  To attend, please contact Abby on her cell at 984 133 7800.  "Don't miss it as it will be a great introduction to the food and supporting Angel Notion is just super" says Abby.
- Brad Ryan of MM Real Estate just finished producing a Christmas Music CD of area artists with the proceeds to benefit the Bomberos (fireman) and Angel Notion. "My day job is real estate and my art passion is music" says Brad who also runs the Mojo Zone Studio.  I provided my studio and time to the project because they aim to get 30,000 presents for the kids and come up with enough money to perform 10 serious needed surgeries for local children" says Brad.  The CD is called "Un Regalo de Corazon" and is available on 5th avenure wherever you see a Christmas Tree where they are asking for donations.  Or you can contact Brad and get your CD.

The new political administration in Mexico is committed to continuing the flow of foreign investment into the country - including the promotion of second homes and retirement residences - and United States mortgage lenders have taken the message to market.

GMAC International Mortgage this week announced it had rolled out a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage for Americans buying property in Mexico in addition to a "stated income" or limited documentation option for a slightly higher interest rate. Both components also are available to borrowers for "cash-back" refinances, allowing customers to pull out up to 50 percent of the cash value of their primary residence or second home in Mexico. The cash-back ratio will increase to 70 percent in January, according to Dan Bryant, director of GMAC International Mortgage.