The main components of estate planning
By Prof Sergio Guerrero Rosas Throughout our professional life, we see many instances where people consider having a will or a trust is enough to ensure solid estate planning. However,…
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Cross-Border Estate Planning and Succession
Cross-border business can become very complex and Mexico is no exception. Mexico is an excellent place to buy business real estate; it is a cheaper option in terms of labor…
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10 things you need to know before establishing a trust in Mexico
According to Mexican legislation, a trust is an act whereby the settlor transfers to a trust institution the ownership or title to one or more assets or rights, to be…
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The new outsourcing reform and its effects on Mexico and the rest of the world
By Prof Sergio Guerrero Rosas Reform In 2021, the Mexican government enacted labour and tax law reforms that prohibit the outsourcing of workers. The new Outsourcing Reform was published in…
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This Pandemic Can Cause Drastic and Unexpected Changes, Are You Prepared?
By Prof Sergio Guerrero Rosas These are strange times we are living in. All around the globe, everything in life has changed, from daily routines, job structure, even home life;…
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New Home Office Reform in Mexico
By Prof Guerrero Rosas The chamber of deputies recently approved reforms to the Federal Work Law, whose purpose is to regulate telework, or “home office”. These reforms began in January…
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The Importance of having a Family Charter and How to Draft It
By Prof Sergio Guerrero Rosas The family charter is one of the most important assets that a family business may have. It is a document that clearly defines a family…
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Quick Overview of the International Tax Compliance Regulations in Mexico
The Mexican tax system is one of the most complex and complete tax systems in the developing world, as it’s composed of a diverse set of procedures, rules, and contributions that…
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Prevention of Risks that Threaten Family Assets
As families accumulate important assets over time, they usually face many risks due to their complex lifestyles. Additionally, the exposure to risky situations concerning their assets and personal wellbeing are much…
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Mexican Tax Credits and Incentives
With the entry of the new government in Mexico led by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, new foreign investment opportunities seem to open up, mainly in the Mexican southeast and…
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BUSINESS TAXATION IN MEXICO: AN INTRODUCTION
Business Taxation in Mexico Congress conducts an annual revision of tax law, which is enforced by the tax authority, Servicio de Administración Tributaria, or SAT. Corporate income tax, withholding taxes,…
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KEY STATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR FOREIGN RESIDENTS IN MEXICO
By Sergio Guerrero Rosas, Guerrero y Santana, S.C. The issue of estate planning should be of importance to anyone who owns anything from a home to a car, from savings…
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TRANSFER PRICING IN MEXICO: AN INTRODUCTION
Mexico transfer pricing rules stick closely to OECD guidelines, with the basic principle that transactions between related domestic and foreign entities experience the same tax conditions that would occur between…
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GS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY FAQ´S
Are you obliged by law to register a trademark? Registration of your trademark is not compulsory, but it is highly recommended as it grants exclusivity within the classes of your…
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AUDIT REPORTING IN MEXICO: AN INTRODUCTION
As of 2012, Mexican auditing and financial reporting are performed to the International Standards on Auditing and the International Financial Reporting Standard. Listed Mexican companies, government-owned companies, finance companies, and…
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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, PATENTS AND TRADEMARKS
How do you Register a Trademark in Mexico? The process of trademark registration in Mexico is conducted with the Mexican authority of industrial property, the Intituto de Propiedad Industrial, or…
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THE STRUCTURAL REFORMS IN MEXICO
Interview with the Federal Deputy representing the 10th electoral district of the State of Jalisco, Omar Borboa Becerra, on the structural reforms being implemented in Mexico. These reforms are surely…
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BLOCKING A FAMILY MEMBER´S INVOLVEMENT IN A BUSINESS
By Sergio Guerrero Rosas, Guerrero y Santana, S.C. In developed economies, just as in emerging markets, most companies are born as family businesses. However companies or businesses in which a…
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Main Tax Implications for Foreign Investors in Mexico
On 01 December 2018, Andrés Manuel López Obrador (or AMLO as he is commonly known) became president of Mexico after two consecutive unsuccessful presidential campaigns. AMLO has always had a…
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MEXICO “SUGAR TAX” IS IN FACT EXTENSIVE TAX REFORM
By Sergio Guerrero Rosas, Guerrero y Santana, S.C. After receiving the opinion of the Commission of Finance and Public Credit, last month the Mexican Congress approved the economic package proposed…
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