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Guides, market reports, and field notes on buying real estate in the Dominican Republic. Researched locally, written for international investors.
★ FeaturedAirbnb Pricing in Las Terrenas: Seasonal Strategy Guide
A data-driven guide to setting Airbnb prices in Las Terrenas, covering seasonal demand patterns, competitor benchmarking, and realistic income projections for DR vacation rental owners.
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Buying guides
Step-by-step playbooks for international buyers — from offer to keys.
Market analysis
Closing prices, days-on-market, and inventory — tracked by neighborhood.
Location guides
Deep dives into Samaná, Punta Cana, Cabarete, and more — by people who live there.
Investment
Rental yields, exit strategies, and honest math on who actually makes money here.
Legal & tax
Ownership rights, CONFOTUR, transfer tax, inheritance — the fine print that matters.
Lifestyle
Expat life, schools, healthcare, and what "living like a local" actually looks like.
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7 min readHow to Check a Dominican Republic Real Estate Agent Is Legitimate
The Dominican Republic does not yet license real estate agents, so anyone can call themselves one. Here are the four checks that actually tell you who you are dealing with.
9 min readWhat Real Estate Agents Actually Charge in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic has a published commission standard — 5% minimum on urban sales, one month's rent on annual leases. Here is the full schedule, and the 18% tax on top that catches sellers out.
8 min readWhat to Do When a Dominican Real Estate Agent Behaves Badly
There is a real disciplinary process for Dominican real estate agents — an ethics committee, written complaints, and sanctions up to expulsion. Most foreign buyers have never heard of it.
7 min readThe Dominican Republic Is About to License Real Estate Agents
A bill passed the Dominican Senate in April 2026 that would license every real estate agent in the country through MIVHED. What it requires, and what it means for buyers.
12 min readBeachfront Land in the DR: The 60-Metre Rule Explained
Every 'first-line beachfront' lot in the DR sits 60 metres from water the state owns. This guide explains the maritime zone law, what oceanfront land actually costs in Samaná and beyond, and what buyers must verify before signing.
11 min readBuilding a House in the Dominican Republic: Complete Guide
A data-driven guide to building a house in the Dominican Republic — real construction costs per sqm, zoning rules, permit timelines, and what can legally be built in Las Terrenas and beyond.
10 min readDR Real Estate vs the US Stock Market: A Diversification Case Study
A data-driven case study comparing Dominican Republic real estate returns against the S&P 500 — yields, risk factors, liquidity, and what a $300K allocation actually looks like in each asset class.
10 min readHow DR Interest Rates Shape Real Estate Prices
The Banco Central's rate decisions ripple directly into DR property prices, developer financing costs, and rental yields. Here's how to read the signals — and what they mean for your purchase timing.
11 min readCommercial Real Estate in the DR: Retail, Office & Mixed-Use
A data-driven guide to commercial real estate in the Dominican Republic — retail, office, and mixed-use opportunities, yield benchmarks, and what foreign buyers need to know.
11 min readHow to Make an Offer on DR Property: Negotiation Guide
A step-by-step guide to making a competitive, legally sound offer on Dominican Republic real estate — covering negotiation tactics, offer letters, promesa de venta contracts, and what most buyers get wrong.
10 min readSosúa Real Estate: The North Coast's Affordable Bet
An honest, data-driven look at Sosúa property: entry prices, real rental yields, growth drivers, and the risks agents won't mention on the DR's North Coast.
10 min readEnvironmental Rules for DR Beachfront & Protected-Area Property
A data-driven guide to environmental regulations for Dominican Republic construction near beaches and protected areas — the 60-metre rule, permits, and the red flags that sink deals.
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