Pre-construction

Aerial view of a development under construction in the Riviera Maya, with timber roof framing over concrete walls

Is It Safe to Buy Property in Cancún, Playa del Carmen or Tulum? How to Avoid Developer and Pre-Sale Scams.

November, 2026 · Written By Jana Mihalikova, Founder and Managing Director, Heron Real Estate Buying property in Cancún, Playa del Carmen or Tulum is safe when every document is verified before any money moves. Most of the risk sits in one place: pre-construction projects sold before their permits are complete. The state of Quintana Roo has flagged more than 120 developments for selling homes and...