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In this current world situation, ethics are badly needed. We should have them and abide by them. What does the AMPI* Code of Ethics say about the loyalty and obligation of a real estate professional to his local organization and his colleagues? The real estate professional has an obligation to share his experience and knowledge with his colleagues. A real estate professional should not make comments with respect to business actions performed by another Real Estate Professional unless his opinion is official requested. Such opinion must be based on truth and not rumor.

Insist on a comparative market analysis of the” solds” and a list of the competition on the market for any villa or condo you are considering buying. Don’t take no for an answer. Although it is true that historically there has been a history of not recording true sales prices in the Mexican public registry, this doesn’t have to continue, and it is illegal.  You, as a buyer have the right to information before you spend your money.