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Buying property in the Dominican Republic
Practical guides for U.S. and foreign buyers covering title verification, the best areas to invest, and how the process actually works on the east coast.
June 26, 2026
Importing furniture and personal goods to DR
The DR customs landscape for household imports: what's duty-free, what's not, and how to ship a container without losing money.
June 25, 2026
Schools for expat families in DR
Bilingual schools, international schools, and homeschooling realities for foreign families relocating to the Dominican Republic.
June 24, 2026
Healthcare in DR: what expats actually use
Quality of private healthcare in major DR markets, the insurance options for foreigners, and when to fly home for care.
June 23, 2026
Driving and getting a license in the Dominican Republic
How long you can drive on a foreign license, how to convert, insurance options, and the realities of DR roads.
June 22, 2026
Setting up utilities in your new DR home
Electricity, water, internet, gas. The DR utility landscape, the providers worth using, and the steps that catch first-time foreign owners.
June 19, 2026
Building a 3-property portfolio in DR: the staged approach
Most multi-property foreign owners follow a similar 4-7 year arc. Here's the playbook for scaling from one DR property to three without overextension.
June 18, 2026
Hotel-condos and fractional ownership in DR: when they fit
Hotel-condos and fractional shares promise managed luxury without the headaches. The trade-offs, the small print, and when they actually win.
June 17, 2026
How to vet a DR property management company
Property managers can make or break a rental investment. The eight questions that surface a great manager and the four that surface a bad one.
June 16, 2026
Long-term rentals in DR: the investor strategy nobody talks about
Everyone optimizes for Airbnb yield. Long-term leases offer 50% less revenue but eliminate seasonality, management overhead, and 80% of tax complexity.
June 15, 2026
Pre-construction vs resale in DR: which actually wins
Pre-construction promises 20-30% upside. Resale promises certainty. The honest comparison and the decision framework we use with clients.
June 12, 2026
Cabrera and Costambar: the under-the-radar north coast
Between Cabarete and Samaná lies a stretch of quiet coast that most foreign buyers miss. Here's what Cabrera and Costambar actually offer.
June 11, 2026
Samaná peninsula: the next frontier for DR real estate
Whale watching capital. Coconut forests. Some of the cheapest beachfront in the Caribbean. Why Samaná is still under-developed and what's coming.
June 10, 2026
Las Terrenas: the French expat capital of DR
On the northern Samaná peninsula, Las Terrenas has become DR's most European-feeling beach town. Why French and Italian buyers concentrate here.
June 9, 2026
Santo Domingo Colonial Zone: investing in heritage
The first European settlement in the Americas has become an unexpected real estate play. Restored colonials, boutique hotels, and short-term rental yields.
June 8, 2026
Casa de Campo La Romana: the original luxury enclave
DR's oldest gated resort community has matured into a deeply established luxury market. Prices, amenities, and who actually buys here.
June 5, 2026
Cross-border tax planning for U.S. buyers in DR
How to coordinate U.S. and DR tax obligations on Dominican property, avoid double taxation, and use the treaty correctly.
June 4, 2026
Inheritance planning for your DR property
How DR inheritance law treats foreign-owned property, the forced heirship rules, and the three structures that protect your estate.
June 3, 2026
ITBIS on rental income: a host's tax filing guide for DR
Short-term rental income in DR is taxed at 18% ITBIS plus income tax. The simplified regime, how to register, and what to file monthly.
June 2, 2026
IPI property tax in DR: when it applies, how it works
The Dominican Republic charges 1% property tax above a threshold. The threshold, the exemptions, the appeal process, and how to never overpay.
June 1, 2026
CONFOTUR explained: the 15-year tax exemption that changes your DR investment
How CONFOTUR works, who qualifies, what it actually saves you, and the buildings worth seeking out specifically because they carry it.
May 29, 2026
How to repatriate sale proceeds out of the Dominican Republic
Moving the money out after you sell. The bank holds, the BCRD rules, and how to avoid a 3-month wait on your own funds.
May 28, 2026
Capital gains tax when selling your DR property
The DR capital gains rate, what counts as basis, how to legally minimize the bill, and what happens to non-residents.
May 27, 2026
Can foreign buyers get a mortgage in the Dominican Republic
DR mortgages for non-residents exist but are restrictive. Who qualifies, what rates look like, and when it actually makes sense.
May 26, 2026
Wiring money to the Dominican Republic safely
How to move purchase funds and closing costs to DR without losing money to spreads, fraud, or stuck wires.
May 25, 2026
Opening a Dominican Republic bank account as a foreigner
You don't need a DR bank account to buy property, but you'll want one once you own one. The setup, banks to consider, and documents you need.
May 22, 2026
First-time foreign buyer checklist for Dominican Republic real estate
Twelve things every first-time foreign buyer should have squared away before signing a Promesa de Venta in DR.
May 21, 2026
How to vet a Dominican Republic real estate developer before you buy
Pre-construction in DR can be a great deal or a disaster. Here is the diligence checklist we run on every developer before recommending their project.
May 20, 2026
Power of Attorney for a remote DR property closing
How a power of attorney lets you close on Dominican Republic property without flying down. The setup, the limits, and what to watch for.
May 19, 2026
New 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Bávaro, Punta Cana — Unit 4
Pre-construction villa for sale in Bávaro. 240 m², 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private pool, 2 indoor parking spaces. Unit 4 of 4 identical homes in the same development.
May 19, 2026
New 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Bávaro, Punta Cana — Unit 3
Pre-construction villa for sale in Bávaro. 240 m², 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private pool, 2 indoor parking spaces. Unit 3 of 4 identical homes in the same development.
May 19, 2026
New 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Bávaro, Punta Cana — Unit 2
Pre-construction villa for sale in Bávaro. 240 m², 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private pool, 2 indoor parking spaces. Unit 2 of 4 identical homes in the same development.
May 19, 2026
New 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Bávaro, Punta Cana — Unit 1
Pre-construction villa for sale in Bávaro. 240 m², 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private pool, 2 indoor parking spaces. Unit 1 of 4 identical homes in the same development.
May 19, 2026
Promesa de Venta vs Contrato de Venta: which contract do you need
The two contract types you'll meet during a DR real estate purchase, what each commits you to, and when they're used.
May 18, 2026
Buying DR property as an LLC vs in your own name
When does a Dominican SRL make sense for foreign buyers, and when does individual ownership win? Costs, taxes, and decision rules.
May 15, 2026
Punta Cana vs Cabarete: which fits your investment goals
A side-by-side comparison of the two most-asked-about DR destinations: market dynamics, price points, rental profiles, and lifestyle.
May 14, 2026
Renting your DR property on Airbnb: what investors need to know
Real yields, ITBIS tax, condo rules, and operational realities for short-term rental investors in Punta Cana, Bávaro, and beyond.
May 13, 2026
The Fast-Track Visa: residency through real estate investment in DR
Buy property worth $200K+ in the Dominican Republic and qualify for fast-tracked residency. Here's exactly how the process works, from offer to ID card.
May 12, 2026
Closing costs in the Dominican Republic, what you will actually pay
Transfer tax, legal fees, title insurance, registry. A breakdown of what foreign buyers actually pay at closing on a Dominican Republic property purchase.
May 11, 2026
Punta Cana neighborhood guide for foreign buyers
A practical breakdown of Punta Cana's main neighborhoods: Cap Cana for ultra-luxury, Bávaro for rental yield, Punta Cana Village for full-time living, Cocotal for golf.
May 7, 2026
Title verification in the DR, what your attorney should actually check
Title fraud is the single biggest risk in Dominican real estate transactions. Here's exactly what due diligence should cover before you wire a deposit.
May 5, 2026
Best areas to buy in Cabarete, a 2026 neighborhood guide
Kite Beach, Encuentro, Pro-Cab, Sosúa Bay, Costambar, what each area is actually like to live in, and the kind of property each one rewards.
May 3, 2026
How to buy property in the Dominican Republic, a U.S. buyer's guide
A step-by-step walk-through of buying real estate in the DR as a foreign national: from finding a property to closing at the title office.