Is 2026 creating new opportunities for people looking to buy property in Mexico? In this episode of Live by Design – Mexico Edition with Taniel Chemsian, host Taniel Chemsian sits down with Riviera Maya real estate professional Susana C. Macdonald to examine the changing real estate market across Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Puerto Morelos.
Susana shares insights into the shift toward a buyer’s market, changing property prices, and how global economic and political uncertainty is influencing buyer confidence. The conversation also explores the impact of sargasso seaweed on coastal destinations and how environmental concerns can affect perceptions of the region’s real estate market.
For prospective buyers and investors, understanding the local market is essential. Susana discusses the opportunities emerging from price adjustments, the importance of conducting thorough due diligence, and why checking developer credentials matters when purchasing property in Mexico.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
What’s changing in the Riviera Maya real estate market in 2026
Why Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Puerto Morelos are experiencing a shift toward a buyer’s market
How global economic and political uncertainty is affecting real estate decisions
What property price drops could mean for prospective buyers
How sargasso seaweed is influencing perceptions of coastal property markets
Where buyers may find potential opportunities across the Riviera Maya
Why due diligence is essential when buying real estate in Mexico
What to investigate when evaluating developers and new property projects
How to approach real estate investment during periods of market uncertainty
What buyers should consider before purchasing property in Mexico’s popular coastal destinations
Momentos Clave:
00:00 Tourism challenges in Riviera Maya
03:46 Sargasso Sea and seaweed issues
07:13 Summer sargassum and beach effects
11:54 Negotiating deal lengths and terms
13:50 Real Estate in Cancun’s Hotel Zone
18:49 Vacation property investment options
23:06 Importance of a real estate attorney
25:56 Discussing real estate presales
27:21 Seller financing trends
30:26 Puerto Morelos market overview
Whether you’re considering moving to Mexico, purchasing a vacation home, or exploring a real estate investment, this conversation offers a closer look at the opportunities and challenges shaping the Riviera Maya real estate market in 2026.
Listen to Taniel and Susana for practical perspectives on navigating Mexico real estate, evaluating potential deals, and making more informed property-buying decisions.
How to contact Susana:
WEBSITE: https://www.susimacdonald.com/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/susanamacdonaldrealestate
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/susanamacdonaldrealestate/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSsTcZ0s7WH63m4UWfrvLqw/videos/videos
EMAIL: [email protected]
🏡 Featured Listings by Susana C. Macdonald:
https://www.susimacdonald.com/real-estate-listings/ikebana-boulevard-luxury-villa—playa-del-carmen
https://www.susimacdonald.com/real-estate-listings/quinta-del-sol—puerto-aventuras
https://www.susimacdonald.com/real-estate-listings/magia-102g—playa-del-carmen
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