Promesa de Compraventa vs Escritura: How Colombian Property Deals Actually Close

Promesa de Compraventa vs Escritura: How Colombian Property Deals Actually Close

Promesa de Compraventa vs Escritura: How Colombian Property Deals Actually CloseMike Zapata
Published on: 09/07/2026

2 signatures close every Colombian deal: the promesa locks the price with a 5 to 10% deposit, the escritura transfers title. How each step protects you.

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Property Due Diligence in Colombia: The 10-Point Checklist

Property Due Diligence in Colombia: The 10-Point Checklist

Property Due Diligence in Colombia: The 10-Point ChecklistMike Zapata
Published on: 09/07/2026

10 checks before buying Colombian property: certificado de tradición ($15, 20-year history), paz y salvos, POT zoning, boundaries, and inheritance status.

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Should You Buy Colombian Property Through an SAS Company?

Should You Buy Colombian Property Through an SAS Company?

Should You Buy Colombian Property Through an SAS Company?Mike Zapata
Published on: 09/07/2026

An SAS pays 35% corporate tax plus accounting fees. When buying Colombian property through a company makes sense, and when personal title wins.

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Can Foreigners Get a Mortgage in Colombia? Rates and Requirements (2026)

Can Foreigners Get a Mortgage in Colombia? Rates and Requirements (2026)

Can Foreigners Get a Mortgage in Colombia? Rates and Requirements (2026)Mike Zapata
Published on: 09/07/2026

Yes. Colombian banks lend to foreigners at 8 to 13% with about 30% down. The requirements, the timeline, and why most international buyers still pay cash.

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