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📌 Thinking of buying a villa or lot in the Dominican Republic? ✨ Don’t skip the most important step: verifying property boundaries. 📏 Make sure the land matches the title. ⚠️ Avoid risks like smaller lots, overlaps, or legal disputes. 🏡 Applies everywhere—from luxury communities to rural areas. 🔑 Key takeaway: The title may say one thing, but the land can tell another. 👍 Subscribe for more real estate tips! 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 📚 Additional Resources: ✔️ ✔️ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
Property Boundaries
💸 Are you planning to invest in real estate in the Dominican Republic? Don’t make the mistake of assuming the process is like in the U.S. The legal system is different, and protecting your investment requires the right team. 📌 What You’ll Discover in This Video 🏠 The true role of real estate agents in the Dominican Republic. 🚫 Why they cannot prepare or produce legal contracts. 📜 The three key legal documents you need a lawyer for: Letter of Intent / Offer to Purchase ✉️ Promise of Sale (pre-construction) 🏗️ Final Contract of Sale (completed property) 🏡 👨‍⚖️ Why an attorney is the only professional who can legally protect your rights. ⚠️ Risks You Avoid with a Lawyer Fraudulent contracts or unenforceable agreements. Loss of your deposit or entire investment. Ownership disputes due to missing or invalid paperwork. ✅ Benefits of Legal Protection Confidence knowing your investment is secured. Smooth, transparent buying process. Peace of mind while enjoying your new property in paradise 🌴. 👨‍⚖️ About Your Host, Attorney Johan Confidente Specialized in Dominican real estate law. Years of experience helping foreign buyers invest safely. Open to answering your questions and guiding you through the process. 📢 Why Watch This Video? If you’re an investor planning to buy in the Dominican Republic. If you want to understand the risks of relying only on an agent. If you’re serious about protecting your hard-earned money. 🎯 Next Steps Comment below with your thoughts and questions 💬. Share this resource with investors who need to know these facts. Contact Johan directly using the details below for personalized legal support. 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
The role of the real estate agent in the DR
💸 Buying property isn’t just a purchase — it’s a life-changing decision. Rushing can lead to hidden debts, shady developers, or losing your dream home. ⏳ Before signing anything, there’s one step you can’t skip: due diligence with a trusted real estate attorney. 🛡️ It’s the only real protection for your money, your peace of mind, and your future. 👉 In this short, we’ll show you why slowing down is the smartest move when buying property. 🌟 Don’t just buy a property — buy it the right way. 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
Rushing the Process: The Biggest Property Buying Mistake
This is one of the most common questions buyers and investors ask, and in this video, we provide a clear, step-by-step explanation so you can make the smartest decision. ✨ Here’s what you’ll discover in this video: 🏠 Legal Protection: Learn why the level of ownership protection is exactly the same whether you buy under your personal name, a local company, or even a foreign company. 💵 Taxes & Costs: Understand the real financial impact of buying property under a company, including: Monthly tax filings in the Dominican Republic. Annual or biannual renewals. Accountant fees for compliance. Additional costs that can quickly add up. 📊 When Personal Name is Better: If your property value is below $200,000–$250,000, it’s often simpler and more cost-effective to purchase under your personal name, unless you have a very specific reason to use a company. 👨‍👩‍👧 Inheritance & Succession Planning: Discover how ownership structure impacts the process of transferring property to your heirs, and why some families prefer using a company for smoother transitions. 🔑 Asset Protection & Strategy: Explore how high-value properties and certain investment strategies may benefit from company ownership. 🎁 Exclusive Perks: Special conditions and services available only to our YouTube and social media community. 💬 Key takeaway: If your main concern is legal protection, there’s no difference—you’re 100% protected under Dominican law in either case. The real deciding factors are taxes, inheritance, and long-term strategy. 👉 Action Steps: 👍 Like & subscribe for more insights on smart real estate investing in the DR. 💬 Drop your questions in the comments—we answer them all! 📲 Contact us directly (details at the end of the video) for tailored guidance on your personal case. 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
Company vs Personal: Best Way to Buy a Property in the Dominican Republic
Discover the facts about CONFOTUR and avoid the mistakes that many investors make when buying property in the Dominican Republic. This video clears up the most common myths so you can make smarter and safer decisions. 📌 What you’ll learn: 🚫 Myth: “The project already has CONFOTUR approval.” ✔ Truth: Most are still in the application stage, and approval is never automatic. 📄 Why you must confirm the real status through your own lawyer. 🏢 Myth: “It’s always better to buy under a company name.” ✔ Truth: This depends entirely on your personal situation. ⚖️ Why relying on your independent real estate attorney is essential—not on the developer’s lawyer or sales representative. 💡 Why watch? Protect your money from misleading information. Understand how CONFOTUR really works in practice. 📞 Next step: Before signing anything, confirm the property’s CONFOTUR status and seek advice from a qualified real estate lawyer. 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 📚 Additional Resources: ✔️ ✔️ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
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🇩🇴 Applying for Dominican residency? One decision can define your success. 📄✋ In this quick guide, discover the #1 step you must take before submitting any documents. ✅ Pick the right residency category ⚠️ Avoid costly delays and rejections 📂 From temporary to permanent, investor, pensionado, or family reunification — start aligned with the right legal framework. 📲 Get expert guidance to save time, money, and stress. 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 📚 Additional Resources: ✔️ ✔️ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
Top Tip for Dominican Residency Success
🇩🇴 The CONFOTUR law is one of the most powerful tax incentives 💰 available for maximizing your tax benefits when investing in the Dominican Republic, offering a direct impact on your return on investment 📈. Whether you are purchasing real estate 🏡 as a private individual or through a corporation 🏢, this law provides a range of tax incentives 📊 that can be strategically leveraged to reduce costs and increase profitability. 🧠 Understanding how CONFOTUR works — and more importantly, the differences in benefits for homebuyers 🏠 and developers 🏗 — is essential to making informed decisions ✅ and steering clear of the many myths ❌ circulating about this program. 🎥 In this video with Attorney Johan Confidente ⚖️, a real estate legal expert based in Punta Cana 🌴, you will gain a step-by-step breakdown 📋 of everything you need to know about CONFOTUR, including all the tax breaks 💵 for homebuyers and developers. Here’s what you’ll learn: 🎯 The purpose of the CONFOTUR law and why it was created to attract both local and foreign investment 🌍. 🏠 The specific benefits available for homebuyers, including transfer tax and property tax exemptions 📝. 🏗 How developers can access additional, exclusive incentives under the program. ⏳ The 15-year property tax exemption — when it begins and how it is calculated. 🔍 The importance of knowing if a property is truly CONFOTUR-approved ✅ before signing any agreement 🖊. ❌ Common myths about CONFOTUR and the facts 📚 that every investor should know. 🤝 How to work with property managers, attorneys, and accountants 📊 to remain compliant with Dominican tax law when developing under CONFOTUR or buying a property under a company or corporation. 🛡 The importance of legal due diligence as a mechanism to secure your investment 💼. 📌 Watch until the end 🎯 to get Johan’s direct contact information 📞 and ensure your next property purchase in the Dominican Republic is not only secure 🔐 but also optimized for maximum tax savings 💵. 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 📚 Additional Resources: ✔️ ✔️ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
Unlocking Confotur Tax Breaks & Myths
⚠️ Thinking of buying property in the Dominican Republic? Before transferring a single dollar, learn why it's essential to know all legal risks — especially since most developers won't refund your reservation. 💸 🔍 In this Short, you'll discover: 🚫 Why sending money before due diligence is a huge risk 📄 The value of a solid due diligence report 👨‍⚖️ How a qualified lawyer protects your investment 🧱 The dangers of trusting developers without legal verification 📛 Many buyers lose money by skipping these steps. Don’t be one of them. 🎥 Watch now to avoid expensive mistakes when buying preconstruction. 🏗️ ✅ Whether it's resale or off-plan, due diligence = peace of mind. 🔐 🧠 Be informed. ❓ Ask the right questions. ⏳ Take your time. 👉 Follow us for more legal tips on buying property safely in 🇩🇴 📞 Contact Attorney Johan Confidente: • Email: jconfidente@occlawyers.com • Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (809) 757-1573 🌐 Learn More About OCC Lawyers and Accounting Services: Visit our website: https://occlawyers.com/ Follow OCC Lawyers and Accounting: https://www.facebook.com/occlawyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occlawyers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/occ-lawyers/ 📚 Additional Resources: ✔️ ✔️ 💡 Subscribe to the Channel: Stay updated with more videos about investing, legal tips, and property ownership in the Dominican Republic. Subscribe now!
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