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Other accounts receivable, net - Movement in the allowance for doubtful accounts (Details) - MXN ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015
Other accounts receivable, net |  |  |
Balance as of beginning of the year | $ (19,317) | $ (24,612) | $ (27,786)
Write-offs | 6,228 | 14,459 | 11,999
Increase in allowance | (4,720) | (9,164) | (8,825)
Balance as of end of the year | $ (17,809) | $ (19,317) | $ (24,612)

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