Monday, March 31, 2014

"Medical City" Project Update

It's been awhile since we've heard anything about the proposed Medical City Project.





But, it has popped back up into the news today. They've apparently acquired the financing for the first stage.





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Friday, March 28, 2014

MRP Listing # 211047 -- SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

Congratulations to both the Sellers and New Owners of this 
great oceanfront condo at Casitas Blancas -- just closed today!
MRP Listing # 211047



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Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Benito Juarez License Plates are in!

Wanted to give you an update on last week's post: The new license plates have arrived.

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Sunday, March 16, 2014

Paying for the Tenencia, Derechos, and your License Plates for your Mexican Vehicle

I recently legalized our Dodge truck. So, it's a Mexican vehicle now. That puts me back into the world of updating my docs each year for the car here in Mexico.

Every so often (I am sure there is a regular schedule, but I am not sure --- seems to be every 5 years or so), in addition to updating your annual docs, you also have to get a new license plate. So, if you haven't been keeping up with your car, you will want to get yourself up-to-date this year because your license plate won't match and the authorities will notice.

Here's the update on the adventure so far:

The Fees:

A few years ago, the current governor waived the Tenencia (an annual tax on vehicles) for citizens. However, the Tenencia still exists and is payable for foreigners. The Tenencia tax only applies to vehicles that are less than 10 years old.

There is also a  "Derechos" fee. It is an annual fee that you pay to drive. When you pay this fee, the county of Benito Juarez provides you with an updated "Tarjeta de Circulacion" which shows you to be current for the calendar year (much like the tags that we stick to license plates in the U.S.)

The site also mentions "Canje" fee. This is in reference to this being a year where you need to update your License Plate.

Payment: 

The fee(s) is quite easy to pay. First, go to this website: http://www.tenencias.gob.mx/  You can print a sheet showing the annual Canje fee and Tenencia (if applicable) that you owe. Then, you can pay this online using your Mexican Bank Account or in a branch of any of the banks that are listed. (Mayan Riviera Properties clients: We can pay this fee for you online at our office using your Owner's Account.)


Picking up your new Tarjeta & Plates: 

After you have paid, you can then take the bill you printed, your receipt of payment, your ID (Passport and Visa), your current Tarjeta de Circulacion to the place to pick up your new Tarjeta de Circulacion. For this year, also bring in your old plates so that you can exchange them for your new plates. Of course, take the obligatory copies of each of your documents.

Here is the address:
Modulo Central de Emplacamiento (Mundo Maya)
Region 98, Mz.53 Lt.1, Local 22, 23 y 24, Tel. (998) 886 8464
Hours: 8:30a.m. a 15:30 p.m

If you take Kabah, past Costco, then past Home Depot, you'll turn left onto Lopez Portillo. Take Lopez Portillo all the way down until you see a huge Chedraui on your left (the Mundo Maya plaza). The office is on the right of the Chedraui in the same parking lot.

Here's the catch! The license plates haven't arrived yet! :)  So, if you haven't already, you should pay your dues now. Leave a copy of the receipt of payment in the car so that you can show that they have been paid until the new plates arrive. When I called this week, the lady at the office said they were expecting them at the end of March/beginning of April. I'll keep checking and post an update when they are in. Once they are in, you can take your documentation in to get your new Tarjeta de Circulacion and Licences Plates.

IMPORTANT: The lady on the phone at the Modulo said that they no longer accept a Carta Poder (an authorization letter), to allow someone else to do the registration on behalf of another person. The only way a third party can do this is via a Poder Notarial (an official, notarized Power of Attorney, approx cost of 5000 pesos). So, whether there are peeps with connections who are still able to do it, I don't know. But, be prepared to do it yourself.





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Friday, March 14, 2014

Carnival 2014 in Puerto Morelos! Starts Today!!

Carnival in Puerto Morelos starts today!!



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Monday, March 10, 2014

Riviera Maya Film Festival Starts Today!

The 2014 Riviera Maya Film Festival starts today. One of its locations is in Puerto Morelos at the Unico Beach Club. Below is the Puerto Morelos schedule. Check out all of the info on the Festival's website!



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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Winter In Puerto Morelos NOW! Easy, Move-In Ready!!

Every year I have people telling me that they want to winter in Puerto Morelos and to let them know when an easy house comes onto the market. Well, there is one here!

It's easy!
It's affordable!
It's low maintenance!
It's been immaculately maintained!
It's in the heart of town, a close walk to the beach and the town square!

What are you waiting for?!?


Listing #211027: 
2 Bedrooms with a Third Sleeping Area
2.5 Baths
$389,000.00 USD



Check out the Virtual Showing:



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Flemenco at Layla on Sunday

Thanks to Roman for the head's up on Flemenco that is happening at Layla on Sunday!


If you know of an event happening in Puerto Morelos, send us an email. We are happy to share!


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Sunday, March 2, 2014

PRICE REDUCED! 2 Bedroom Luxury Condo Steps from Beach Now $275,000

If you've been waiting for a sweet deal, check this out!


2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Luxury Condo at Ibis Puerto Morelos
Gorgeous Second Floor Condo with Huge Terrace
Price Reduced to $275,000

Check out the full listing by clicking the link below:


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