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Guides for International Buyers

Practical legal insight for buying, protecting, and resolving property matters in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic — written by the attorney who handles the work.

My Punta Cana Developer Never Started Building. Can I Get My Money Back?

Zero construction after years of payments is not a delay — it is a breach. Under Dominican law, buyers in this situation have the strongest possible grounds for full rescission, restitution, and damages. Here is exactly how it works.

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The Hotel Brand Left My Dominican Republic Project. What Happens to My Investment?

When a major hotel brand formally terminates its agreement with your developer, that termination is not just bad news — it is documented, third-party evidence of breach. It gives buyers an additional and often powerful ground for contract rescission on top of any construction default.

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My Pre-Construction Project in Dominican Republic Is Behind Schedule. Do I Have Legal Options?

There is a specific point where a delay crosses into developer default — and knowing that line is the difference between waiting indefinitely and recovering your investment. This guide explains the delay-to-default spectrum, what your contract actually says, and when to act.

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My Dominican Republic Developer Missed the Delivery Date. What Are My Rights?

A missed delivery date is not a delay — it is a breach. The moment that date passed without performance, something legal happened. This guide explains exactly what rights you have, what you can recover, and the one thing most buyers do that costs them everything.

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Before You Wire the Money: What Due Diligence Actually Means for Punta Cana Real Estate

It is not a title check. It is a structured legal investigation across five dimensions — and skipping any one of them is the most expensive mistake international buyers make in the Dominican Republic.

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