Real Estate Law January 21, 2026 6 min read Updated 2026-01-21
Red Flags in Dominican Pre‑Construction Contracts
Clauses and conditions foreign buyers must avoid in Dominican pre-construction agreements. Legal risks, payment schedules, and delivery issues.
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Esteban A. Sánchez
Associate Attorney · Guzmán Ariza · Punta Cana
Red Flags in Dominican Pre‑Construction Contracts
Clauses That Favor the Developer
Unilateral changes
No penalties for delays
Non-refundable deposits
Payment Schedule Issues
Why it matters…
Missing Delivery Guarantees
Examples…
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