Who We Are

A locally rooted team
built on trust & expertise

Live In San Miguel is a boutique real estate agency specializing in luxury homes, investments, and relocation in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico — a UNESCO World Heritage city that has captivated international buyers for decades. We don't just sell properties. We help people find a life.

200+
Homes Sold
20yr
Local Experience
3
Languages Spoken
5
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Our Story

We chose San Miguel
because we love it

Erick and Sarah didn't move to San Miguel de Allende to sell real estate. They moved here to live. That distinction matters — because when you work with Live In San Miguel, you work with people who walk these cobblestone streets every day, know every neighborhood by heart, and genuinely believe this city is one of the best places in the world to call home.

Since 2010, our team has helped hundreds of buyers and sellers — from first-time Mexico buyers to seasoned investors — navigate the San Miguel real estate market with clarity and confidence.

Luxury property in San Miguel de Allende
Meet the Team

The people behind
your San Miguel journey

A small, dedicated team with deep roots in San Miguel de Allende. We speak your language — literally — and we know this market inside out.

Erick Sakal — Founder & Broker, Live In San Miguel
Erick Sakal
Founder · Broker · Top Producing Agent
Born in Cannes, raised in Mexico City, and rooted in San Miguel since 2010. Erick has directed 200+ property sales and co-founded a development company before building Live In San Miguel from the ground up.
Spanish English French
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Sarah Bender — Co-Founder & Agent, Live In San Miguel
Sarah Bender
Co-Founder · Agent · Community Voice
Sarah has called San Miguel home since 2010. A passionate community advocate and the voice behind the Live In San Miguel blog, she brings deep lifestyle knowledge and genuine care to every client relationship.
English Spanish
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Daniela Noriega — Content, Design & Marketing, Live In San Miguel
Daniela Noriega
Content · Design · Marketing
A local voice and creative force behind the Live In San Miguel brand. Daniela shapes the stories, visuals, and editorial perspective that bring San Miguel's properties and lifestyle to life for audiences around the world.
Spanish English
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Ale Cobian — Legal & Closing Coordinator, Live In San Miguel
Ale Cobian
Legal · Closing Coordinator
Born and raised in San Miguel de Allende, Ale helps ensure every transaction progresses smoothly from contract to closing. With a background in legal documentation and real estate operations, she works closely with notaries, attorneys, and service providers to deliver a seamless experience for our clients.
Spanish English
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Our Values

What we stand for

We are not the biggest agency in San Miguel. We are the most invested one. Here is what that means in practice.

01
Transparency
No pressure, no guesswork. We share what we know — market data, property history, honest assessments — so you can decide with confidence.
02
Local Depth
Over 20 years living in San Miguel gives us knowledge you cannot get from a database — the feel of each street, the story behind each property.
03
Client First
We are not in the business of closing deals. We are in the business of finding the right fit. Your timeline, your goals, your pace.
04
Full Service
From first showing to closing day, we coordinate notaries, lawyers, inspectors, and architects so you never navigate the Mexican buying process alone.
Why Choose Us

More than a transaction

Most real estate agencies show you houses. We show you a life. Here is what that looks like in practice.

Off-Market Access
Many of the best properties in San Miguel never hit the public market. Our network gives you access before anyone else sees them.
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End-to-End Guidance
We walk with you from your first search to the day you receive your keys — including legal, notary, and relocation support.
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Neighborhood Expertise
Centro, Atascadero, Guadiana, Ojo de Agua — we know every block of every neighborhood and what each one feels like to live in.
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Live In San Miguel

"What set Erick apart was how well he listened. He understood what we needed before we even said it. That is rare in any city, let alone a foreign country."

— Catherine L., Montreal, Canada
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