Todd Bates was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and proceeded to enter university in Hamilton, Ontario, at McMaster University and after completing his Bachelor of Arts degree, went to Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, for a second Bachelor of Arts degree.

But he was searching for something more in his life and traveled to Whistler, British Columbia to visit friends from his University days and decided to pursue a life there.  After owning and operating his 2 successful businesses in Whistler for 12 years, he met his (soon to be) wife on a trip to Puerto Vallarta and decided that would be his new home in Paradise.

Both Todd’s mother and mother-in-law have properties in Puerto Vallarta, so he understands the needs and expectations of the foreign purchaser, as well as a Mexican purchaser.  Growing up around real estate in Toronto, as Todd’s mother and brother ran a very successful real estate company in Toronto, he fully understands the work needed to be successful.

“Living here full-time has been an incredible challenge and opportunity and I am so fortunate to be able to live where people only think of vacationing”, Todd has said.

He continues to upgrade his real estate knowledge through continuous training in the multi-faceted business that the buying and selling of real estate in Puerto Vallarta to ensure that his clients receive the most professional representation possible.

He lives by the motto of “Treat this person as you would treat your mother and always expect more of yourself”.

Maru Michel was born in Guadalajara, Mexico.  She was raised in a family of 5 with solid traditional values.  She pursued her studies in the same city and went on to marry a businessman from Guadalajara and had her own family of 2, plus 4 grandchildren.

She had the opportunity to live in Manhattan Beach, California for 10 years, during which she was a dedicated homemaker and supported her husband’s businesses.  In addition, she practiced several outdoor sports such as golf, windsurf and jogging.

Upon returning to Guadalajara she became an investment advisor and later on she opened an import-export company that she ran for 10 years.  Finally she decided to move to Puerto Vallarta where she became a Real Estate Agent and has been in the business for 6 years.

Living in Puerto Vallarta has been a true pleasure for Maru, the weather, the people and the beauty of living in a small town that has everything from the simplest foods to the most sophisticated restaurants.  She enjoys meeting people from all over the world and of all ages and finds it is a true enriching experience to learn their customs and ways of life.

Maru feels the most rewarding experience is helping someone sell their property when they want to sell and helping someone find the ideal property when they want to buy, it is just as simple as that.  She has the privilege of understanding American and Mexican cultures having lived in both places and mastering both languages.  She has also traveled to Europe, Africa and South America giving her a broader vision of life and people.

Angie Ahumada, was born and raised Tepic Nayarit, Mexico.

Since a young age Angie has had bilingual education (English and Spanish) and developed excellent customer service skills. Graduating in Business management, Certified  in Administration, Marketing and Sales Strategies.  Working in the Tourist Industry gave her an opportunity to travel thoughtout Mexico, USA and South America. She has developed her skills into a multicultural career.

Angie has lived in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay for the last 25 years, establishing relationships with different  associations and support groups to grow and help around the bay, such as Canaco, Coparmex Business Association, Tourist Department, Concierge Service Association, Hotel & Motels Association, and volunteer in the Rotary Club, among others.  

Angie became single mother  at very early age in her life, of whom now is a  professional and award winning Chef of several National and International competitions Chef Hugo Ahumada.

Looking for the best place to live for her and her son, she moved to paradisiac Puerto Vallarta area to develop her career in the touritst industry. Becoming a top producer sales agent for Vacation Resorts, Hotel business, property management,  and has had the life experience that everyone dreams accomplishing her mission of raising her son and live in “THE MOST FRIENDLY CITY IN THE WORLD”.  Prior to becoming a Real Estate Agent Angie managed her own Day Spa Business and Boutique.

In her  venture to provide professional Real Estate services to both companies and individuals, there is absolutely no doubt that she will again go above and beyond in serving these clients as well.  Angie has worked with people of many nationalities, in many capacities, throughout her professional career.   Through these experiences, she has developed a sensibility of how business should be conducted from their perspective, as compared to how it might be conducted in her native country.

“It has always Been my goal to provide excellent customer service.  It has become a second nature to me, so it only makes sense to place myself into an occupation that utilizes my abilities and have fun while doing it in the best Real Estate office around the bay”.

As  Real Estate Agent, I assist sellers in marketing their property and selling it for the highest possible price under the best terms available.

I act as a Buyer´s Agent with a signed agreement, I assist buyers by helping them purchase property in the best possible price under the best terms available”.

“PROVIDING CUSTOMER SERVICE BEYOND CUSTOMER´S EXPECTATIONS” is without question My MOTTO.

My question to you: Do you want your home listed or Do you want your home SOLD?

Stephan Renaud is a former real estate agent in Canada and has recently joined the RE/MAX Sites Marina group in Marina Vallarta (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico).  His affiliation with the RE/MAX world-wide network provides him with unparalleled international connections.  Stephan works as an Exclusive Buyer’s Agent and shares his time between Mexico and Canada.  The strong Canadian economy and dollar translates into substantial savings in the Mexican market.  Take advantage of Stephan’s 20+ years sales and negotiating experience to find the Mexican property of your dreams.  He can be reached at the following telephone numbers:

Montreal, Canada cel. 514 546 8345

Puerto Vallarta México cel. 322.135.4173