Homes for Sale in Los Cabos

I call it "construction fishing." A builder shows up with great references, a tight budget, and a fast start. Weekly photos prove the progress. You relax. Then around the 70-75% mark, the money requests start. You're too deep to walk away, so you pay. Then you pay again. A story landed in my inbox this week: proposed budget 4 million pesos, final cost 14 million — and the pool still isn't built. The builder had this couple's home and a friend's home going at once, then landed a bigger project elsewhere and quietly put both on standby. They flew down expecting a near-finished house and found an unfinished shell with construction debris everywhere. They fired him, hired someone else to finish it, and spent nearly a year chasing the paperwork needed to close out the build. Ten years watching builds in Los Cabos, and the pattern repeats: low bid → fast, photographed start → payment requests clustering right before completion → builder juggling too many jobs → radio silence. Have you experienced a construction project down here that went over budget or off track? Tell me what happened below.

I did a video recently about construction in Cabo, and after posting it I was flooded with messages from people sharing their own horror stories. It made me realize this topic deserves a deeper conversation. From what I'm seeing, I honestly believe that at least 50% of the residential builds happening in Cabo and Baja California Sur are running into serious issues. Whether it's poor workmanship, massive budget overruns, delays, or being asked for more money than was originally agreed to, people are dealing with surprises they never expected. One of the biggest problems right now is what I call "construction fishing." A builder gives you a very attractive quote to win the project. Everyone says, "Don't worry, we'll use milestone payments." And yes, milestone payments are important—but they're not enough by themselves. What keeps happening is that the project moves along, the milestones get paid, and then somewhere around 70% to 80% completion, the budget is gone. Suddenly the owner is told they need hundreds of thousands of dollars more to finish the home. At that point, what are you going to do? Walk away from a house that's mostly built? Most people don't have a choice. Here's another example. I was talking to a builder who was working on a project in the East Cape. The plans specified copper electrical wiring, which is what should be installed. During construction they discovered a supplier trying to substitute aluminum wiring instead. They caught it before it was installed, but imagine if they hadn't. Those are the kinds of shortcuts that happen when there isn't enough oversight. And here's the reality: if a house looks sloppy on the outside, you should assume it's even worse behind the walls. You can repaint bad drywall or replace cheap tile, but you can't easily see poor electrical work, plumbing mistakes, structural shortcuts, or missing waterproofing until they become expensive problems years later. This is why choosing a builder isn't about finding the cheapest quote. It's about finding a team with the experience, supervision, and systems to protect your investment. Building in Baja can absolutely be an incredible experience—but only if it's done correctly from day one. The cheapest bid is often the most expensive decision you'll ever make.

The only lock-off in the building, steps from downtown Cabo and the marina. Pedregal Towers A03 is a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo inside one of Cabo San Lucas's most exclusive communities. Private terrace, city and mountain views, floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, and resort amenities including infinity pool, lap pool, gym, tennis, pickleball, and Pedregal Beach access. Over 3 years of documented rental income. 4.94 average guest rating. Active bookings and property management ready to transfer. New listing. DM us for details or link in bio. 📍 Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas - - El único lock-off en el edificio, a pasos del centro de Cabo y la marina. Pedregal Towers A03 es un condominio de 3 recámaras y 3 baños dentro de una de las comunidades más exclusivas de Cabo San Lucas. Terraza privada, vistas a la ciudad y las montañas, puertas corredizas de piso a techo, y amenidades de resort: alberca infinita, alberca olímpica, gimnasio, tenis, pickleball y acceso a Playa Pedregal. Más de 3 años de ingresos documentados por renta. Calificación promedio de 4.94. Reservaciones activas y administración de propiedad transferible desde el primer día. Nuevo listing. Escríbenos o visita el link en bio para más información. 📍 Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas . . . #PedregalCabo #CaboSanLucas #LosCabosRealEstate #NewListing #InvestmentProperty #Remexico

Pedregal Towers A03 just hit the market, and this one has a story worth reading. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private terrace with city and mountain views, and the only lock-off configuration in the building. Inside one of Cabo San Lucas's most exclusive gated communities, walkable to downtown and the marina, with infinity pool, lap pool, gym, tennis, pickleball, and Pedregal Beach access. What makes it different from most listings at this price point: over 3 years of documented short-term rental income, a 4.94 average guest rating, active bookings already in place, and a transferable property management system ready to go from day one. 📩 marketing@caborealestate.com 📞 +52 624 218 4534 🌐 CaboRealEstate.com 📍 Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas · CaboRealEstate.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QYz5hoBQXg

One of the questions I hear all the time is, "What does it actually cost to buy real estate through a self-directed IRA?" The nice thing is that, unlike many investment accounts, the fees are typically flat fees, not a percentage of your account value. For example, with the custodian we were discussing, there's a $50 account setup fee, a $95 transaction fee when your investment documents are reviewed and processed, and then a $295 annual custodial fee to hold the asset, process income, and maintain the account. What's interesting is that those fees don't change whether you're buying a $100,000 property or a $500,000 property. The custodian is providing the same service, so the fee stays the same. If you're purchasing real estate outside the United States—such as in Mexico—many investors also choose to purchase through an LLC or another legal entity to simplify ownership, ongoing expenses, and income management. Setting up that entity is a separate expense, and you'll typically work with an attorney or qualified professional to do that. The key takeaway is that before investing through a self-directed IRA, you should understand all of the costs involved—not just the purchase price of the property, but also the custodial fees, legal fees, and entity setup costs if applicable. As always, consult with your CPA, attorney, and self-directed IRA custodian to determine the structure that makes the most sense for your specific situation.

Don't be like Daisy, come see this condo at Velamar. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, beautiful sea views, fully turnkey, and membership access to Diamond Grand Velas Resorts. Yours for $669,000 USD. DM us or link in bio to schedule a visit. 📍 Velamar, Los Cabos - - No seas como Daisy, ven a ver este condominio en Velamar. 3 recámaras, 3 baños, hermosas vistas al mar, completamente amueblado y con membresía de acceso al Diamond Grand Velas Resorts. Todo esto por $11,707,500 MXN, precio sujeto a variación según el tipo de cambio del día. Escríbenos o visita el link en bio para agendar tu visita. 📍 Velamar, Los Cabos . . . #LosCabos #Velamar #CondoForSale #LuxuryRealEstate #DiamondGrandVelas #RealEstateMexico #VacationHome

New listing in El Mirador, one of San José del Cabo's most sought-after gated communities. This two-story penthouse offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, high ceilings, double-height windows, and an open layout that brings in natural light from every angle. Two private terraces plus a rooftop terrace with ocean views and San José's sunsets as a backdrop. Two parking spaces, large storage room, and 24/7 security. Walking distance to the historic district, art galleries, restaurants, cafes, and the beach. Works equally well as a full-time residence, vacation home, or rental investment. Reach out for pricing and availability. Link in bio or DM us directly. 📍 El Mirador, San José del Cabo · CaboRealEstate.com . . . #SanJoseDelCabo #ElMirador #LosCabosRealEstate #PenthouseForSale #NewListing #Remexico

Do most people know they can use a self-directed IRA to invest in real estate? The short answer is no. If someone already has a self-directed IRA, they're usually aware that they can buy real estate because that's one of the main reasons they opened the account in the first place. But when you look at retirement accounts as a whole—traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, and old 401(k)s—the vast majority of people have no idea this is even an option. In fact, it's estimated that only about 5% of retirement assets are invested in self-directed assets like real estate, private companies, or private lending. That means roughly 95% of retirement money is still invested in traditional assets like mutual funds, stocks, bonds, and ETFs. Why? Because most people have their retirement accounts with companies like Fidelity, Vanguard, or Schwab, where they're generally offered investments available on those platforms. Many people simply aren't told there are other options. The interesting part is that the IRS actually allows retirement accounts to invest in almost any asset, with a few important exceptions—such as life insurance and collectibles. Real estate, private lending, and private businesses can all be permissible investments when structured correctly through a self-directed account. For many investors, it's not about replacing the stock market—it's about knowing they have more choices than they ever realized. Have you ever heard of using a self-directed IRA to invest in real estate?