The Mexico Chamber of Deputies has voted to eliminate the requirement that foreigners purchase property through Fideicomiso (Trusts) when it is located in the restricted zone (within 50 kilometers of the Ocean and 100 Kilometers of the Border). This law change still must go to the Mexican Senate and be approved by all states. Could be big resistance to the change from all of the Banks and Attorneys that make large sums of money each year from Fideicomisos. READ MORE HERE.
US and Mexico Taxes for Americans Living in Mexico. If you have a fideicomiso, Mexican corporation, a foreign bank account in Mexico, or live in Mexico this blog will have data you need about the required forms 5471, 3520, 3520A, FBAR 114, 926, 8865, 2555, 1116, etc., which you may have to file if you live and work in Mexico.