briantroy
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Calafia - Rosarito
Hey Guys,
It's been a little while, but it's good to see the same old arguments, discussions, shared memories and general Nomad stuff going on.
I know many of you are not familiar, nor wish to be familiar with the happenings of Rosarito, I would like to ask a question.
My folks and I want to buy a condo north of Ensenada as a vacation house. They want to be near the grandchildren and I would like an easy commute on
woking days.
We are looking at Calafia and I was just wondering if anybody has info that might be pertinent. Dad was born in Mexico, so we don't need a
fidecomiso, but we have been advised by an attorney and real estate people that he should purchase as a US citizen anyway because the trust will
already be set up when we (eventually?) sell.
Any info is appreciated, you guys are always great.
Thanks!
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QUETZALCOATL
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Calafia area is beautiful, however on the buying of a house as a US citizen heres my input-when we bought our home in Rosarito we bought from an
American, my wife is Mexican,anyway he had a rough time with the things he had to do to sell it plus it cost him a bit. There is also the issue of the
trust-I think my non Mexican neighbors were paying 1700.00 yearly for a single lot,where as we were paying about 90.00 on a double lot in taxes. When
we sold it we had no problems what so ever but...we sold to a dual citizen.On a side note-if an easy commute is needed have they checked out Del Mar
or Baja Malibu just north of Rosarito-located on the toll road 14 mls from border and an easy commute especially with a pre pagar for the toll.Good
luck,hope this helps some.
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Club Marena
Before you get serious about anything, i suggest you look at Club Marena. established property, well maintained, great location just south of Califa.
I know several people who own there and they speak highly of it.
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SDRonni
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Check out Las Olas Grand, directly south of Calafia towers. We've been here 2 1/2 years and love it....
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| Quote: | Originally posted by briantroy
but we have been advised by an attorney and real estate people that he should purchase as a US citizen anyway because the trust will already be set
up when we (eventually?) sell.
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I would get second opinions on that. Something about it just doesn't sound right. It may be true as I believe the Fideicomiso is set up for the
entire complex to begin with, but look into it anyway.
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briantroy
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This isn't my first rodeo. We have a pending lawsuit with the the developers at Playa Blanca, just north of Malibu. I understand the risks and
dangers. I am looking for hard factual info and I appreciate everyone's help. Club Marena is a bit out of our price range. We are looking 200 cash. I
am just looking to see what people hear about Calaia?
These endless lands and unique waters are not simply soil and sea. These elements of earth and water are as much a part of me as my blood and organs.
And the people that populate this corner of the world lift my spirit to heights that allow me to see what is truly important; The beauty of life. And
that is the essential gift.
– B. Florez, Mission of Souls.
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Terry28
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On the trust thing, it sounds like they, Calafia, has a master trust, one each owner is a part of..as opposed to having a individual trust. Then that
would make sense as most likely the new owner would be a u.s. citizen. Other wise why have a trust if you could get the "pink slip" as a mexican
national?? And those are Condos, so all are on the same land parcel.....
Mexico!! Where two can live as cheaply as one.....but it costs twice as much.....
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briantroy
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Interesting. Never heard of that. This is why you guys are such a valuable resource.
These endless lands and unique waters are not simply soil and sea. These elements of earth and water are as much a part of me as my blood and organs.
And the people that populate this corner of the world lift my spirit to heights that allow me to see what is truly important; The beauty of life. And
that is the essential gift.
– B. Florez, Mission of Souls.
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El Comadante Loco
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My buddies an I bought 100 meters of beach front on K 62 south of San Felipe. Since I have dual citizen ship I held title to the property until we
formed a Mexican Corp to take the land.. What an experience!!!! not to do again.
Taxes for the land this year were a whopping 425 pesos
Take title as Mexican much easier. Make sure your wife has all her papers to document her Mex citizenship and since you are married to Mexican you are
eligible to get your Mexican papers as a resident.
Enjoy
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briantroy
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Comandante, I am not married. I could gain dual citizenship because my father was born/raised in Ciudad Juarez, but I have not done such yet. I am
curious if anyone has dirt on Calafia or suggestions about fidecomisos or buying as a citizen. Thanks!
These endless lands and unique waters are not simply soil and sea. These elements of earth and water are as much a part of me as my blood and organs.
And the people that populate this corner of the world lift my spirit to heights that allow me to see what is truly important; The beauty of life. And
that is the essential gift.
– B. Florez, Mission of Souls.
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El Comadante Loco
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Si se Puede
Braintroy
you can claim your Mexcian papers, you will need your fathers Mexcian birth certificate. There is a bunch of paper work to do.
Contact your nearest Mexican Consulate ask them Nacionalidad and start the paper work there.. If you need help let me know...
Better to buy as a citizen... Less hassle and more savings..
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| Quote: | Originally posted by briantroy
Comandante, I am not married. I could gain dual citizenship because my father was born/raised in Ciudad Juarez, but I have not done such yet. I am
curious if anyone has dirt on Calafia or suggestions about fidecomisos or buying as a citizen. Thanks! |
i have a friend whose dad-in-law bought 2 condos in the first tower when they hit the market. if you want to talk to him give me your contact info
thru u2u and i'll put you in touch with him.
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