Charles’ Note: Ever thought of buying a second home by the beach?

Maybe somewhere with pristine white sand… on the Caribbean coast… where you can buy a couple of fish tacos for $5 and wash them down with an ice-cold $2 beer?

If so, pay close attention to today’s insight…

Our international real estate scout, Ronan McMahon, owns more properties in Mexico than anywhere else. Six condos and two houses, to be precise.

And as he reveals below, he’s getting ready to add more Mexican real estate to his portfolio.

To find out why Ronan is so Mexico-obsessed, read on.

And remember, here at The Freeport Society, we don’t just show you how to build financial strength and personal autonomy through investing in stocks.

Thanks to our growing network of experts, we also bring you opportunities in off-radar asset classes.

And top of our list right now is overseas real estate. 

Owning overseas real estate is a great way to not only build wealth, but also diversify your assets outside of the stock market… and the U.S. 

Why I Own More Real Estate in Mexico Than Anywhere Else

By Ronan McMahon, Editor, Real Estate Trend Alert

I own more real estate in Mexico than anywhere else.

I’ve invested in more than a dozen properties there.

I’ve sold some along the way and pocketed the profits.

My keepers are six condos in Los Cabos on the Baja California Peninsula… another in Playa del Carmen on the Caribbean coast… and a home in Akumal… a small town between Playa del Carmen and Tulum.

I bought these properties through steeply discounted off-market deals exclusive to me and my Real Estate Trend Alert (RETA) group. (Learn how to access these deals here.)

My wife and I have also built a home in the booming cosmopolitan city of Guadalajara, where her parents retired to.

And I’m getting ready to add more Mexican real estate to my portfolio.

Whether you want to own for lifestyle, investment gains, or both, Mexico is a perfect place to do it.

And I’m urging RETA members to do the same.

That’s why my team and I have put together a report called “The Real Estate Buyer’s Guide to Mexico” for them.

It drops today. And it’s a comprehensive guide to buying in, moving to, and living in Mexico – including my breakdown of the seven best places to own there.

But as a Freeport Navigator reader, I’ll give you sneak peek of three of the seven Mexican destinations I’m recommending – starting with an under-the-radar city in Baja California…

La Paz – The True Mexican Experience

The Baja California Peninsula consists of two states – Baja California to the north and Baja California Sur (BCS) to the south.

La Paz is the state capital of BCS. Much of the BCS population lives in either La Paz or in Los Cabos.

The difference between La Paz and Los Cabos is striking.

Los Cabos is a major tourist and expat destination… and a bastion of the ultra-rich. If you are looking for an easy transition to a foreign country, check out the English-speaking Los Cabos area.

But if you want to experience true Mexican culture, look no further than La Paz.

On the east coast of the peninsula, La Paz hugs an inlet of the Sea of Cortez and expands in rings to the south.

The Sea of Cortez is home to breathtaking white-sand beaches

Starting at the water is the famous malecón boardwalk. It stretches 3.5 miles East to West. It’s one of the city’s most iconic spots, known for its scenic views, public art, and vibrant atmosphere.

Surrounding the malecón you’ll find restaurants, artisans selling off carts, hotels, and marinas

Heading south and within walking distance from the malecón is old-town La Paz. Traditional brick buildings line every street.

Across Highway 1, La Paz starts to feel like a more modern city. Local businesses bump against shopping malls. You can go shopping here at U.S. mainstays such as Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Home Depot, as well as at Mexican superstore Soriana Híper.

In La Paz, you have all the benefits of being in a city with all its amenities plus the coastline of a stunning resort destination. And it’s growing in popularity with expats as a result.

Cozumel – Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Haven

Twelve miles offshore from Playa del Carmen, lies island of Cozumel.

It’s only about 30 miles long and 10 miles wide. But it has a lot packed into it.

The coastline is typical of a Caribbean island. The water is so clear, you can see reefs, rock formations, and vividly colored tropical fish.

The island is home to Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. After Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, it’ the second-largest coral reef in the world.

This makes it a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers. And the beaches are pristine – especially in the protected area that covers much of Cozumel. Kayaking and paddleboarding are also popular.

The Cozumel coast is lined with hotels and resorts – and you can snorkel right offshore

There is a busy malecón here, too. It runs along the shoreline near the ferry terminal and cruise ship docks in San Miguel, where the bulk of the population calls home.

Arriving by boat, you’ll find a vast array of tourist-oriented shops, restaurants, and bars.

With more 300 restaurants, delicious meals of all kinds are easy to find. You can buy a couple of fish tacos for about $5 and wash them down with a $2 local brew, or splurge on an elegant steak and lobster dinner by the sea.

A few blocks inland will put you into local neighborhoods. Small houses and apartments line the streets and groups of uniformed children walk to and from school.

Cozumel has long been popular with cruise passengers and day-trippers from the mainland. Now, wealthy retirees, expats, and the work-from-anywhere crowd are also getting interested.

These are the kind of folks who want to stay for all or part of the year in well-located, best-in-class communities with outstanding amenities. This island is evolving… and there’s an opportunity here.

Puerto Escondido – Low-Key Bohemian Charm

Oaxaca’s southern Pacific coast is rich in culture and natural beauty. And Puerto Escondido is its crown jewel.

It’s laid-back yet vibrant town known for its world-class surfing, golden beaches, and lively local culture.

Unlike the more commercialized beach resorts of Mexico, Puerto Escondido retains an authentic, bohemian charm. And it attracts a mix of surfers, backpackers, and nature lovers.

Puerto Escondido is a low-key bohemian haven popular with surfers

So, whether you’re buying for retirement, vacationing, or world-class sporting activities, Puerto Escondido has a ton to offer.

And now, this place is on the cusp of a transformation.

Money is pouring into Oaxaca. A Path of Progress is moving along this coast. (A Path of Progress is anything that makes a place easier to get to or more desirable, such as a new road or 5-star resort.)

In 2023, the government committed $4.6 billion to new infrastructure in Oaxaca.

Thousands of miles of new roads and highways are in the works. There’s a new highway linking Oaxaca and Puerto Escondido. And airport Puerto Escondido International Airport is being expanded and remodeled to serve an expected surge in visitors.

The new facilities will open soon. Plans for the airport are to quadruple passenger numbers in the next few years.

This is another Mexican destination with a bright feature…

Regards,

Ronan McMahon

Editor, Real Estate Trend Alert

P.S. As I mentioned up top, I bought my Mexican properties through off-market deals exclusive to me and my Real Estate Trend Alert (RETA) group.

Thanks to the group-buying power of my RETA members, I’m able to negotiate steep discounts on retail pricing. An off-market, RETA-only deal must see us paying much less than anyone else. This means we lock in significant gains from the get-go.

Why do developers offer us unbeatable pricing?

It’s a win-win deal. They get quick and discreet sales from our group. This allows them to go to the local market with sales under their belt and the confidence to charge higher retail prices. And we get deals at prices no one outside our group can even dream of.

And that’s not the only benefit of joining our group.

I’ve spent close to two decades as an international real estate scout and investor. And I’ve cultivated an extensive Rolodex of contacts.

These are brokers, developers, attorneys – folks I talk to regularly, visit in person, and maintain good relationships with. They’re familiar with RETA. They understand our reach. And they’ve seen what our group buying power can achieve.

From the day you joinour group, you can use this network of contacts as your own. That’s an invaluable asset when it comes to scouting real estate and doing your due diligence. By tapping into my network, you’ll have immediate access to the latest insider information in whatever market you’re interested in.

Of course, this kind of club isn’t for everyone. So, if at the end of one year you don’t feel RETA is a fit for you, just call my team. We’ll refund your entire membership fee. No questions asked.

Follow this link to learn more.