Moguel emphasizes that his American training—a bachelor’s degree in business with a major in real estate and hands-on experience from Phoenix, Arizona—lends Vista a unique edge rare in Belize’s real estate sector. “I’m the only person in Belize who actually holds a degree in real estate,” he says. He explains that this foundational knowledge and experience in a large U.S. market have allowed him to structure Vista differently. Unlike the typical real estate brokerage, Vista operates more like a commercial real estate advisory firm. “We see ourselves as advisors to our clients,” he states, describing the company’s clientele, which spans first-time homeowners to major international corporations. The structure and professionalism at Vista are further bolstered by a strong administrative backbone that handles complex, behind-the-scenes tasks crucial to smooth transactions. Moguel explains, “We have a big administrative side to our office,” adding that his team ensures properties are market-ready and manages the entire transaction process.This includes coordinating compliance with legal requirements, managing client schedules, working with attorneys, surveyors, and inspectors, and addressing title or financing issues. For Vista, these aren’t simply addon services but are integral to delivering seamless transactions for local and international buyers. Vista’s capacity to serve clients goes beyond administrative support. Moguel notes the value of their extensive in-house data collection, describing how the company meticulously records market information.“We have data compiled over the last 20 years, keeping notes and records,” he says, showing that this knowledge positions Vista to interpret current market trends and predict future movements accurately. The combination of data-backed insight, extensive experience, and a robust team, Moguel believes, makes Vista “unmatched” in its ability to provide clients with informed, forward-looking advice in Belize’s evolving property market. EMBRACING TECHNOLOGY: A CATALYST FOR GROWTH In a world where technology often dictates the pace of business success,Vista Real Estate has harnessed digital tools to enhance its client relationships and marketing strategy. Tech-based innovations have streamlined operations and expanded its reach and influence across multiple platforms for a firm devoted to staying competitive in Belize’s real estate market. “The major technological advantage we acquired was a CRM system specifically designed for real estate,” Moguel explains. Several years back, he envisioned a website that would double as a client management tool, but cost constraints made that impractical. 3 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 11, ISSUE 11 VISTA REAL ESTATE
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