GARY IS MY TO GO MAN!

I came to playa in 2009 on vacation. That was my 4th time coming to playa. We were looking for a small investment. Met gary and asked him to help us to find a small condo. Well he ended up showing me my home. Not only he helped us to find our home but also guided us all through to get ourselves established here. With his help l have bought 2 apartments and he helped me to get my trust with the bank and any other stones which was thrown at us. Any thing that I don’t know I ask Gary. Gary is my to go man. I trust him.

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FAIR AND HONEST

I have known Gary Wendt since January of 2009 when he became my agent in my search for a condominium in Playa del Carmen. In this time I have known him to be a fair and honest person. He is knowledgeable of the Mayan Riviera area of Mexico. He is fluent in English and Spanish which has been of considerable help in negotiation and maintaining property in Mexico. He has also worked as my rental manager for approximately 7 years and has taken meticulous care of my properties. I have seen his knowledge of buying, selling and maintaining real estate grow over the last 9 years. He has a number of people he is able to call upon when he needs to get something done. He is a personable individual with a good sense of humor and fair play. All in all I am pleased to have made his acquaintance and to have him working with me to buy or sell real estate. And sharing a glass of rum in a local establishment always makes for an enjoyable evening.

GARY WAS THE OBVIOUS CHOICE AS THE RELIABLE REAL ESTATE AGENT

I have known Gary for 15 years and I have gone to him often for sound advice when in Playa del Carmen. He was the obvious choice as the reliable real estate agent to entrust the sale of my property in Playa del Carmen in February 2018.

All the preparation was processed long distance while I was away. He prepared the legal and
administrative documents both in Spanish and English, and sent them to me in a timely manner and with a clear explanation of the guidelines and procedures. He negotiated with the buyer’s agent on my behalf and kept me abreast of all the developments. Everything worked perfectly, so much so that all I needed to do was travel just for the closing that proceeded so well that I had time to enjoy the carnival in Playa!

Gary is a people person, he has a positive energy and will go the extra mile effortlessly. He is extremely competent, he has a deep knowledge and a sound assessment of real estate in Mexico particularly in the Yucatan peninsula and the Riviera Maya. He is very well organized with excellent and valuable contacts in the real estate and local business community where he is well-known and very much liked. The many years he has in the business afford him to be highly attuned to his clients’ needs and expectations. He also has the patience of a saint! Viva Playacitizen.com!”

HISTORY

After three years of tentatively searching for property in Mexico and Belize my wife and I decided to buy in Playa del Carmen. After a few botched deals and several other realtors we were introduced to Gary through a mutual friend. Gary has been a Mexican resident for 20 or so years and knows all the ins and outs of the complicated Mexican real estate business. Tenacious, trustworthy and to the point are just a few words that describe Gary’s personality and business ethics. I now live part time in Mexico after purchasing property through Playa Citizen Real Estate. Gary and I are now friends and he continues to help with any issues that arise here. I am even contemplating buying more property in Playa. Do yourself a favor and call Gary first.

WITH GARY, EVERYTHING WAS HANDLED WITH CLASS

Gary, thank you so much again for helping me with my real estate needs in Playa Del Carmen. Everything was handled with class and professionalism as I have come to expect from you. Any minor obstacles along the way were quickly taken care of and it was smooth sailing all the way to the finish line. I hope we can work together again in the future. Thank you and look forward to seeing you soon.

BUYING A PROPERTY IN TULUM

Buying a property in Tulum could have been an overwhelming experience, given the intricate process of real estate transactions in Mexico. However, Gary transformed this journey into a seamless and enjoyable adventure. From the outset, Gary demonstrated an impressive depth of knowledge about the local market, which instantly put me at ease. His responsiveness to my queries was unparalleled, ensuring I never felt in the dark about any aspect of the purchase. What truly set Gary apart was his meticulous attention to detail and diligence. He navigated through the complexities of the buying process with ease, making sure every document was accurate and every legal requirement was met. His commitment to excellence was evident in everything he did, from initial viewings to the final closing. Gary’s professionalism did not stop at the close of the sale. He went above and beyond by following up to ensure I had everything I needed to settle into my new condo comfortably. This level of post-sale service was not only reassuring but also highlighted his genuine care for his clients. I am profoundly grateful to Gary for his exceptional service. He not only helped me find my dream property in Tulum but also made the entire process a truly pleasant experience. I would highly recommend Gary to anyone looking to navigate the real estate market in Mexico. His expertise, diligence, and unwavering support are truly unparalleled.

EXTREMELY HAPPY

When my business partner and I decided to venture into purchasing some Mexican investment property, we had no idea the bureaucratic maze we were about to stumble into. Luckily for us we had engaged Gary at an early stage, and he was able to lead us through it. Gary helped us find the property and navigate our interactions with lawyers, developers, notaries etc etc. In the end, we found a property that we are extremely happy with and we will definitely be engaging Gary again in the future.

When my business partner and I decided to venture into purchasing some Mexican investment property, we had no idea the bureaucratic maze we were about to stumble into. Luckily for us we had engaged Gary at an early stage, and he was able to lead us through it. Gary helped us find the property and navigate our interactions with lawyers, developers, notaries etc etc. In the end, we found a property that we are extremely happy with and we will definitely be engaging Gary again in the future.

THE REASON WE OWN A BIT OF PARADISE

My husband and I had always dreamed of buying a place in Mexico. I gave lip-service to the idea, but harbored many reservations. On a trip to Cancun we visited and stayed in Puerto Morelos, a small fishing village between Cancun and Playa Del Carmen. While I very much enjoyed Puerto Morelos, it was a bit small for my liking and I couldn’t envision myself living there. A day trip took us to Playa Del Carmen and it was love at first sight. This beautiful coastal city was not as large as Cancun but had more to offer than Puerto Morelos.

After returning to our home in the United States, my husband began the internet search for real estate in Playa Del Carmen. I was very much infatuated with the idea of having a home there but terrified of entering into a real estate deal in Mexico. I figured we were just dreaming and it would never come to fruition.

On our next trip to the Yucatan, we rented an edgy penthouse unit in a property called The Plantation House. This fueled our desire to live in PDC even more as it was located in a prime location. We noticed that there was a small real estate office on the street level of the same building. Leaving our unit one morning, we peaked our heads in and struck up a conversation with Gary Wendt, the realtor in this space. We had a very casual conversation and after a bit asked Gary to research properties for us to look at. We gave him guidelines as to what we were interested in and a price-range.

This may sound strange, but my husband and I both had a good feeling about Gary from the start. First impression…not pushy, very articulate, speaks Spanish (and English haha). Gary was charming without being cheesy; and there our friendship began. One of the many qualities that we discovered about Gary was his extreme integrity. After residing in PDC for 18 years he has acquired a keen sense of quality builders and properties. Gary was unwilling to show us anything that he didn’t feel was up to par. My husband and I found that very admirable. At the time we were looking for property, Mexico didn’t require a realtor’s license which makes a foreign buyer quite uneasy. In other words, the guy selling beaded necklaces could also sell you a condo! It was very reassuring to know that Gary was a licensed realtor and extremely knowledgeable in real estate laws and procedures.

After looking at quite a few properties, Gary showed us one under construction. We were impressed with the quality of the building and its location. Still the idea of forking over money in a foreign country was terrifying! We didn’t commit and headed back to the US. Gary kept in contact with us without being pushy. We found his knowledge of Mexican real estate transactions most comforting. I can honestly say if it weren’t for Gary we would not own our dream property. Enough of the schmaltzy stuff. Gary arranged for the builder to hold the pre-construction price until we could come and look again. On our next trip down Gary had everything in place and left no stone unturned. He was involved in everything from attorney meetings to inspecting the condo upon closing. He even made suggestions for upgrades that he personally inspected in our absence.

In the United States after a real estate transaction is complete there may be no further contact with the realtor. Not in our case…Gary has helped us with virtually everything. His Spanish has been a lifesaver when setting up accounts such as electric and internet. And yes…he accompanied us on these endeavors. He even had an airbed waiting in our condo when we arrived as we had no furniture! And it didn’t end there…Gary drove us all over creation so we could furnish our new home. There are countless things he’s helped us with. Gary is an amazing realtor but more than that he is and amazing friend!