Property management in the Dominican Republic, explained
Clear, practical answers for owners of condos and villas in the DR: what managers do and charge, renting on Airbnb or long term, taxes, condo rules and hurricane season.
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For owners · Featured
How property management works in the Dominican Republic
A plain-English overview of what property managers in the Dominican Republic do, how their contracts and fees are usually set up, and how rental income and bills are handled while you are away.
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For owners · Featured
Property management fees in the Dominican Republic: what owners pay
How property managers in the Dominican Republic charge, the usual fee ranges, a simple worked example and the extra costs worth asking about before you sign.
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Renting out · Featured
Renting your property on Airbnb in the DR: what owners should know
What owners need to check before renting a condo or villa on Airbnb in the Dominican Republic, from condo rules and taxes to the 2026 registration debate, insurance and choosing between co-hosting and full management.
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Maintenance · Featured
Hurricane season checklist for property owners in the Dominican Republic
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November. Here is what to prepare before it starts, what your property manager should do when a storm is forecast and how to handle inspections and insurance afterwards.
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Renting out · Featured
Long-term vs vacation rentals in Sosúa and Cabarete
Sosúa and Cabarete attract kitesurfers, remote workers, winter visitors and long-stay residents. Here is how long-term and vacation rentals compare on income, effort, costs and rules, plus a hybrid option many owners use.
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Taxes
Property taxes for owners in the DR: IPI, ITBIS and rental income
The main taxes that affect property owners in the Dominican Republic, from the annual IPI and the 3 % transfer tax to ITBIS on short-term rentals and income tax for residents and non-residents.
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For owners
How to choose a property manager in the DR: 12 questions to ask
Twelve practical questions to put to any property management company in the Dominican Republic, plus the red flags that suggest you should keep looking.
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Legal
Condo (HOA) administration in the Dominican Republic: how Ley 5038 works
Most condo buildings in the DR are run under Ley 5038 of 1958. This guide explains who decides what, how the cuota de mantenimiento is calculated, what it usually covers and what to ask the administrator.
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For owners
Managing your Dominican Republic property from abroad
Many owners in the DR live abroad for most of the year. This guide covers what needs doing while you are away, how to set up payments, a power of attorney and reporting, and when a full property manager makes sense.
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