Legal Articles for Baja Property Owners
Practical explanations of Mexican real estate law topics that affect foreign buyers and owners in Baja California. Each article is general information, not legal advice for a specific situation.
Federal Maritime Zone Concessions
ZOFEMAT · SEMARNAT concessions
How the 20-meter federal zone along the beach works, what a concession allows, and what to review before buying or building on the ocean front.
The 20-meter federal strip- Cliffs and rocky coastlines
- Concession rights and transfers
- Buying beachfront property
HOA and Condominium Law
Baja California condominium law
Owners' rights and obligations, maintenance fees, General Assemblies and what to review before buying a condominium unit.
- How condominium ownership works
- Maintenance fees and collection
- Assemblies and administrators
- Buying a condominium unit
Short-Term Rentals
Airbnb · Vrbo · vacation rentals
Legal and tax considerations for renting a Baja California home or condominium through short-term rental platforms.
- Platform tax withholding
- Condominium restrictions
- Management agreements
- Documents to keep
5 Things to Review Before Signing a Reservation Agreement in Baja California
October 9, 2026
A short reservation agreement can commit your deposit and set binding deadlines. Review these five points before you sign or send money.
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