Legal & Tax.
Legal guides for buying property in the DR — taxes, CONFOTUR, title transfer, and foreigner ownership.
10 min readDominican Republic Property Tax Guide: IPI, Transfer & Capital Gains
A complete, numbers-first guide to Dominican property taxes: the 3% transfer tax at purchase, annual IPI, capital gains at sale (0–25% for individuals, 27% for companies), and how CONFOTUR can wipe most of it out.
11 min readThe DR Real Estate Closing Process: From Offer to Keys
A step-by-step breakdown of the Dominican Republic property closing process — every stage from accepted offer to registered title, with real timelines and costs.
10 min readDR Inheritance Laws: What Happens to Your Property When You Die
Dominican inheritance laws include forced heirship rules that override your will. Learn how succession works for foreign property owners and how to protect your estate plan.
12 min readDue Diligence Checklist: How to Verify Property Title in the DR
A complete step-by-step checklist for verifying property title in the Dominican Republic, including the certificación del estado jurídico and critical red flags every foreign buyer must know.
11 min readCONFOTUR Tax Benefits Explained: Save $50K+ on DR Property
CONFOTUR is the Dominican Republic's most powerful tax incentive for property buyers. Learn exactly how it works, who qualifies, and how much you'll actually save.
12 min readLegal Requirements for Foreigners Buying Property in the DR
Everything international buyers need to know about Dominican Republic property law — from full freehold ownership rights and title verification to taxes, CONFOTUR incentives, and the legal pitfalls to avoid.
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