Real Estate Tips
Title Insurance Dominican Republic
Title insurance is not legally required to buy property in the Dominican Republic. The country uses a Torrens registration system. The state-issued Certificado...
David Logan
Jun 1, 202612 min read
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All things related to living in the Dominican Republic and its real estate market.
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17 articlesLiving in DR
Dominican Republic Vs Costa Rica
If you're a North American with $300,000 to $700,000 to put toward a beach lifestyle that ideally pays for itself, the Dominican Republic vs Costa Rica...
David Logan
May 25, 202618 min read
Real Estate Tips
Dominican Republic Property Taxes
If you are buying a beach condo in Punta Cana or a hillside villa above Sosua, the property tax in the Dominican Republic is probably friendlier than you...
David Logan
May 18, 202616 min read
Real Estate Tips
Dominican Republic Property Closing Process
The buying property in Dominican Republic process looks very different from a closing in the United States or Canada. There is no MLS-driven escrow company...
David Logan
May 11, 202620 min read
Living in DR
Pre-Construction vs Pre-Built Homes in the Dominican Republic: Which One Makes Sense for You?
Pre-Construction vs Pre-Built Homes in the Dominican Republic: Which One Makes Sense for You? Pre-construction homes in the DR cost 15-30% less than market...
David Logan
Mar 19, 202614 min read
Living in DR
Dominican Republic Housing Market Impact on Locals: What Buyers Should Know
Dominican Republic Housing Market Impact on Locals: What Buyers Should Know The Dominican Republic's housing market impact on locals has two sides, and neither...
David Logan
Mar 16, 20269 min read
Real Estate Tips
Dominican Republic Mortgage for Foreigners: How Financing Actually Works
Dominican Republic Mortgage for Foreigners: How Financing Actually Works Yes, foreigners can get a mortgage in the Dominican Republic. Banks like Banco...
David Logan
Mar 6, 202615 min read
Lifestyle Guides
Tipping in the Dominican Republic: A Practical Guide for Visitors and Expats
Tipping in the Dominican Republic works differently than in the U.S. or Canada. Restaurants add a 10% service charge (the propina legal) to your bill. Leaving an extra 5-10% in cash for good service is standard. At hotels, tip bellhops 50-100 pesos per bag and housekeeping 100-150 pesos per day.
David Logan
Feb 27, 202613 min read
Market Updates
Major Infrastructure Projects Driving DR Real Estate in 2026
Major Infrastructure Projects Driving DR Real Estate in 2026 New roads, metro lines, and ports in the Dominican Republic tend to boost nearby property values...
David Logan
Feb 24, 202612 min read
Living in DR
Dominican Republic Tourism Growth and What It Means for Lifestyle and Investment
Dominican Republic Tourism Growth and What It Means for Lifestyle and Investment The Dominican Republic welcomed over 11.6 million visitors in 2025. It started...
David Logan
Feb 24, 202612 min read