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Investing in Mexican real estate: outlook, framework and special considerations (part 5)

• Martin-Sanchez & Leon de la Barra, LLP
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• Mexico
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• March 12 2012

Due to the complexities of the deed, the parties will often enter into a binding preliminary agreement that (a) sets the basic terms of the transaction (i.e. purchase price, subject matter and time for closing), (b) provides seller with a period of time to provide all documents necessary for the closing (i.e., certificate of no lien, tax receipts, receipts evidencing no outstanding utilities, and a current valuation of the property for tax purposes), (c) provides the purchaser with a period of time to obtain financing andor to schedule the required payments, and (d) demands payment of a deposit or initial payment (receipt of initial payments may be considered a taxable event; thus, tax advise should be obtained prior to entering into acceptance of an initial payment