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Playa del Carmen, Mexico Finding a doctor in Playa del Carmen is straightforward — private consultations cost 350-600 pesos ($20-35), doctors are well-trained, and English-speaking physicians are readily available. Verified recommendations include Dr. Luis Medina (house calls), Dr. Bernardo Diaz (walk-in clinic), and Dr. Eduardo Roviroso (15+ years in PDC).
Playa del Carmen, Mexico Playa del Carmen offers excellent dental care at 50-70% savings vs US prices. A checkup costs 500-700 pesos ($30-40), cleaning 400-600 pesos, implants 8,000-15,000 pesos. Use Doctoralia.com.mx and expat community recommendations to find qualified, English-speaking dentists.
Playa del Carmen, Mexico PDC taxis: 50-100 pesos downtown, no meters, negotiate before boarding. Airport 400-600 pesos. Ask 2-3 drivers for prices. Uber/DiDi also available.
Playa del Carmen, Mexico PDC emergencies: call 911. Main hospitals: Hospiten, Costamed, Amerimed, Hospital Joya (all 24/7 with English). Cruz Roja for affordable care. Pharmacy clinics from $2 USD.
Playa del Carmen, Mexico PDC transport: Colectivos 10-20 pesos in town, 50 pesos to Tulum. Taxis 50-100 pesos city trips. Only InDrive available (Uber/Didi not available in PDC).
Playa del Carmen, Mexico Colectivos: cheapest PDC transport. Catch on Av 30 (local) or Main Terminal (long-distance). Wave to flag down, check windshield, pay pesos. Every 15-20 min.
Isla Mujeres, Mexico Isla Mujeres real estate: $150K-500K homes, $400K-1.5M+ beachfront. Foreigners use fideicomiso trust. Steady appreciation, strong rental demand, limited land.
Tulum, Mexico Mexico capital gains tax: 1.92-35% on net profit (not sale price). Primary residence exemption ~5M pesos. Residents pay 40-60% less than non-residents. Deduct improvements, fees.
Tulum, Mexico Sell property in Mexico: hire agent (5-10% commission), use notario for legal process, get certified translations. No MLS or agent licensing exists.
Tulum, Mexico Mexico rental income is taxed at flat 25%, no deductions. Must register with SAT, issue CFDIs monthly. Tourists cannot legally be landlords—need residency.
Tulum, Mexico Buy Mexico property: need fideicomiso (bank trust) near coast, use notario, never pay contractors >10-15% upfront. Rent first to learn areas.
Cancún, Mexico Mexico termination pay: 3 months salary + 20 days per year worked + prorated vacation and aguinaldo. 15+ year employees get seniority premium.
Cancún, Mexico Mexican employment contracts: Must include dates, pay, hours, duties. Workers under supervision = employees regardless of contract. Cannot waive statutory rights.
Cancún, Mexico Mexican employers must provide: IMSS healthcare, INFONAVIT, pension, aguinaldo (15+ days Dec salary), vacation—all from day one. Cost: ~30% above salary.
Cancún, Mexico Mexican hospitals require upfront payment—expect $5,000-20,000+ credit card holds. Pay first, reimburse later. Medical evacuation costs $10,000+.
