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Practical guides on buying, investing, legal frameworks and life in Las Terrenas, written by the local experts at Navetta Properties.
Schools and Family Life in Las Terrenas: A Relocation Guide for Families
A working broker's guide to schools in Las Terrenas, from the French lycée to bilingual and Dominican options, and what daily life here looks like for children.
Dominican Republic Cuts Capital Gains Tax on Property Sales to 10 Percent: What Law 30-26 Means for Owners and Investors
Law 30-26 lowers the capital gains tax on real estate sold by individuals from 25 percent to 10 percent. Here is what changes, what stays the same, and what it means for sellers and buyers in Samaná.
The Total Cost of Buying Property in the Dominican Republic: A Complete Closing Guide
What foreign buyers really pay at closing in the Dominican Republic, line by line: 3% Transfer Tax, attorney fees, notary, deslinde, registration, and timeline.
Real Estate Escrow in the Dominican Republic: Complete Guide
The Dominican Republic has evolved from being a well kept Caribbean secret into one of the most dynamic real estate markets in the region
Soul of Samaná: The Ultimate Insider’s Guide to Living in Las Terrenas
Why Las Terrenas is the Caribbean's best kept secret and how to navigate it like a local.
DGII Announces 100% Digital Real Estate Operations Starting in 2026
Starting in 2026, all real estate transactions, such as transfers and mortgage processing, will be able to be carried out completely digitally,
CONFOTUR Tax Law Explained: The Investor’s Guide to Dominican Real Estate Incentives
How smart investors are saving tens of thousands of dollars on Caribbean real estate and why buying 'new' is the only way to get them.
The Complete Guide to the Real Estate Wealth Tax (IPI) in the Dominican Republic
Owning a piece of paradise comes with responsibilities. Here is everything you need to know about the annual property tax (IPI) and how to determine if you even have to pay it.
Certification of Legal Status in Dominican Real Estate: Why It Matters
Buying property in Paradise is a dream. Making sure that property is legally clear is our job.
Buying Paradise: A Complete Guide for Foreigners Investing in Dominican Real Estate
For many, the dream of owning a villa in the Caribbean stops at the 'what ifs.' The legal systems of foreign countries can feel opaque and the fear of the unknown often outweighs the desire for a bea
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