Buying property in Dominican Republic
Articles about buying and owning property in Dominican Republic as a foreign buyer.
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CONFOTUR Explained: Tax Incentives for Foreign Property Buyers in the Dominican Republic (2026)
CONFOTUR can exempt qualifying projects and their buyers from the 3 percent transfer tax and from the annual IPI property tax for years. Here is how the incentive works, which projects qualify, and how to confirm approval.
Dominican Republic Real Estate Scams: What Foreign Buyers Need to Know
Most Dominican property fraud traces back to title problems and the absence of independent verification. Here are the patterns that catch foreign buyers and the specific checks that stop them.
Can Foreigners Own Property in Dominican Republic? The 2026 Legal Guide
Yes. Foreigners have the same property ownership rights as Dominican citizens. Here is how the legal framework works, what taxes apply, and how the CONFOTUR incentives and residency options fit together.
Top Property Developers in Dominican Republic for Foreign Buyers in 2026
A factual profile of eight established developers shaping the Dominican Republic's main coastal and resort markets, with what foreign buyers should verify before committing to any of them.
Dominican Republic Real Estate Scams: What Foreign Buyers Need to Know
Title fraud without a deslinde, dual-title sales, off-plan failures in Punta Cana, and unlicensed agents are the patterns that have cost foreign buyers more than USD 1 billion in recent years.
Can Foreigners Own Property in Dominican Republic? The 2026 Legal Guide
Yes, foreigners have equal property rights to Dominican citizens, and CONFOTUR under Law 158-01 grants up to 15 years of tax exemption on certified tourism developments.
Top Property Developers in Dominican Republic for Foreign Buyers in 2026
Grupo Puntacana, Cap Cana, Noriega Group, Noval Properties, and the rest of the developers building for the CONFOTUR-driven foreign buyer market.
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