Buying Guides
Step-by-step guides for purchasing property in the Dominican Republic — from due diligence to closing.
Topics
Level
9 articles
Getting Started
Beginner11 min
How to Buy Property in Las Terrenas: A Step-by-Step Buyer's Roadmap
A practical, step-by-step roadmap for buying property in Las Terrenas — from choosing a neighborhood and setting your budget to closing the deal and managing from abroad.
Carolina MéndezApril 7, 2026
Buying Guides
12 min
Pre-Construction Property in the DR: Risks, Rewards & Red Flags
A data-driven guide to buying pre-construction property in the Dominican Republic — covering real risks, genuine rewards, developer red flags, and the due diligence steps that protect your deposit.
pre construction property dominican republicoff plan real estate DR risksbuying unbuilt property las terrenas
EvaluaApril 3, 2026
Buying Guides
12 min
Hidden Costs of Buying Property in the Dominican Republic
The listing price is just the beginning. Here's every hidden cost of buying DR property — from transfer taxes and legal fees to ongoing expenses most agents never mention.
EvaluaApril 3, 2026
Buying Guides
12 min
How to Negotiate Real Estate Deals in the Dominican Republic
A data-driven guide to negotiating real estate deals in the Dominican Republic, covering cultural norms, pricing tactics, and strategies that actually save foreign buyers money.
EvaluaApril 3, 2026
Buying Guides
10 min
10 Mistakes First-Time International Buyers Make in the DR
From skipping due diligence to trusting inflated rental projections, here are the 10 costliest mistakes first-time international buyers make in the Dominican Republic — and how to avoid every one.
first time buyer mistakes dominican republiccommon errors buying property DRinternational buyer tips DR real estate
EvaluaMarch 16, 2026
Buying Guides
12 min
Real Estate Scams in the DR: Red Flags and Protection
A practical guide to identifying and avoiding real estate scams in the Dominican Republic, with specific red flags, real-world examples, and actionable steps to protect your investment.
real estate scams dominican republicDR property fraud warning signsavoid getting scammed buying property DR
EvaluaMarch 2, 2026
Buying Guides
12 min
Complete Guide to Buying Property in Las Terrenas
A step-by-step guide to buying property in Las Terrenas, covering legal requirements, real costs, neighborhoods, rental yields, and the pitfalls most buyers don't see coming.
EvaluaMarch 1, 2026
Buying Guides
12 min
How to Finance Property in the Dominican Republic as a Foreigner
A practical guide to every financing option available to foreign buyers in the Dominican Republic — from local bank mortgages to developer payment plans and creative alternatives.
EvaluaMarch 1, 2026
Buying Guides
11 min
Villa vs Condo in Las Terrenas: Which Is Right for You?
A data-driven comparison of villas and condos in Las Terrenas covering costs, rental yields, maintenance, lifestyle, and which property type fits your investment goals.
EvaluaMarch 1, 2026