Do foreigners need a bank trust (Fideicomiso) to buy in Mexico City?

No. Mexico City is inland, outside the 'Restricted Zone'. Foreigners can hold direct fee-simple title.

What is the average rent in Roma Norte?

For a furnished 1-2 bedroom apartment, expect to pay between $1,500 and $2,500 USD per month.

Rarely. You typically need a Mexican mortgage (rates ~12%) or a specialized cross-border lender (rates ~9-10%). Cash is usually required.

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The only major market where foreigners can skip the "Bank Trust." But with 12% interest rates and soaring prices, is Cash the only King?

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