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Comparing International Money Transfer Services in 2025

Dawn Stoner October 14, 2025

It’s a common practice with the expat community in Mexico to keep a foreign bank account(s) and make electronic transfers from it to fund a

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A home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

How to Get a Mortgage in Mexico as a Foreigner

Dawn Stoner August 22, 2025

It’s estimated that only 10% of home purchases in Mexico involve a mortgage. Stated another way, 90% of Mexican property deals are cash transactions. For

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an empty wallet after paying taxes

U.S. Expats in Mexico: Get Ready to Pay a Remittance Tax on Money Transfers

Dawn Stoner July 21, 2025

As if the news coming out of the U.S. wasn’t bad enough already, I am sorry to pile on. If you’re living abroad and rely

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The entrance to a CiBanco branch in Mexico.

U.S. Treasury Blocks Money Transfers from the U.S. to Three Mexican Banks

Dawn Stoner June 26, 2025

Yesterday, Donald Trump’s Treasury Department announced it was sanctioning three Mexican banks — Intercam, CiBanco, and Vector Casa de Bolsa — for money laundering activities

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Banxico building in CDMX.

How Do Pagares & CETES Compare As Investment Options in Mexico

Dawn Stoner May 12, 2025

When financial markets are this volatile, finding safe and easy ways to earn steady passive income is crucial — not only for retirees but also

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The entrance to Guadalajara airport.

A Comprehensive Guide to Guadalajara (GDL) Airport in 2025

Dawn Stoner April 22, 2025

Guadalajara’s airport has undergone huge changes in the past year. My new guide covers all the essentials to help you navigate it like a pro.

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A rusty padlock

BBVA Customers Without RFC Numbers Had Their Account Blocked

Dawn Stoner April 9, 2025

Learn what triggered the problem, how they fixed it, and how you can avoid the same fate.

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BBVA Mexico debit card

Banking at BBVA? Watch Out For This Scam

Dawn Stoner April 7, 2025

One of my readers fell prey to a scam at a BBVA Mexico ATM recently. This article shares her story to help you protect yourself.

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Exterior of a BBVA bank branch in Mexico.

Upgrading my BBVA Account in Mexico

Dawn Stoner December 18, 2024

Back in February, I tried to open a BBVA debit account called Libretón Premium, which offers unrestricted deposits and minimal charges if a minimum balance of

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BBVA ATM machines.

3 Things That Can Go Wrong at a Mexican ATM — and How to Fix Them

Dawn Stoner May 23, 2024

One of the occasionally frustrating things about living in Mexico stems from a mundane activity — withdrawing pesos from a local ATM for living expenses.

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