Real estate lawyer in Bucerías
Closings for beachfront condos, townhomes and houses in Bucerías, for foreign and Mexican buyers and sellers, with clear numbers in English and Spanish.
Buying in Bucerías
Before you buy in Bucerías
- Construction on the deedOlder houses sometimes have construction that was never added to the deed. We check it and get it declared before closing, so you own what you pay for.
- Buying a presaleNew projects often sell before completion. We review the developer’s permits, title, payment schedule and what happens if delivery is late.
- Beachfront and federal zoneBeachfront properties use the federal maritime zone under a concession. We confirm it is current and moves to you with the property.
- Nayarit acquisition taxA flat 2% ISABI on the higher of the price and the cadastral appraisal, in pesos.
Selling in Bucerías
Selling in Bucerías
- Declare what you builtIf additions are not on the deed, we fix it before you list so the buyer’s notary does not stop the sale.
- Capital gains, planned earlyNon-resident sellers pay tax on the inflation-adjusted gain. We document your cost basis, including construction and improvements, so the gain is not overstated and you can price with your net in mind.
- Ready before you listDeed, trust, HOA letters and permits gathered upfront, so the buyer’s due diligence does not stall your closing.
Closing cost calculator
Estimate your buyer closing costs
Based on recent notary budgets in the bay. For an exact figure, send us the deal.
Estimate only, not tax or legal advice. In Nayarit, ISABI is 2% of the higher of the price and the cadastral appraisal. In Puerto Vallarta, ISTP follows the 2026 municipal table and varies with the cadastral value. Assumes MX$18.50 per dollar. The notary budget sets the final figures.
Questions
Bucerías closings, answered
Is Bucerías part of Puerto Vallarta?
No. Bucerías is in Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit. Taxes, notaries and the public registry follow Nayarit rules, with a flat 2% acquisition tax.
What are buyer closing costs in Bucerías?
The acquisition tax (ISABI) is a flat 2% of the higher of the price and the cadastral appraisal, in pesos. All-in, buyer costs in our recent closings have run about 2.3% to 3.7% of the price, higher in percentage on smaller purchases. A new bank trust adds about USD 2,200 to 3,500, and optional escrow about USD 700 to 750.
The property is already in a trust. Do I take over the seller’s trust?
Not automatically. The trust can be assigned to you, which needs the bank’s authorization and an SRE permit, or cancelled so a new trust is set up in your name. Some banks no longer process assignments, so we tell you early which route is faster and cheaper for that property.
Do I have to travel to Mexico to sign?
No. You can sign a power of attorney before a notary in your home country, have it apostilled, and we register it in Mexico. Contracts and escrow documents can be signed electronically.
How long does a closing take?
A straightforward closing usually takes about 5 to 8 weeks from signed contract to deed. Lien releases or a change of bank trustee can add a few weeks, so we confirm the signing date once the trustee approves.
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Buying or selling in Bucerías?
The first consultation is free. Tell us about the property and we will walk you through the closing, the taxes and the timeline.