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Reforma laboralOctober 6, 2026Sunday and holiday surcharge in Colombia: 90% rate, calculation and compensatory rest
The surcharge for working on Sundays and holidays in Colombia is 90% as of July 1, 2026. Formula, compensatory rest, and what to write in a job offer.
Cost of livingOctober 6, 2026Medellín vs Cali Cost of Living: Rent, Transit and Heat Compared
Medellín or Cali? The inflation gap is small. Rent, cooling, transit fares and Ley 820 lease rules decide your budget, and this guide shows how to compare them with sourced figures.
Buying propertyOctober 5, 2026Falsa Tradición in Colombia: How to Spot an Incomplete Title Before You Buy a Finca or Lote
A practical guide to reading falsa tradición (code 06) on a Colombian certificado de tradición, what Ley 1561 de 2012 covers, how baldíos differ, and what to do before any deposit.
Alquiler vehiculosOctober 5, 2026How to rent out your car or motorcycle in Colombia: contract, insurance, and daily price
Renting out your car without a driver is legal; with a driver, it is unlicensed transport. Documents, insurance, traffic fines, contract, and how to list it on Colombia Move.
seguridad del hogarOctober 5, 2026How to optimize your home security and automation in Colombia: A practical guide
How to choose and install a wireless outdoor camera and two or three useful automated devices in your home, without invading common areas or recording neighbors, and what to say in a short-term rental.
recomendadosOctober 5, 2026LifeStraw: filtered water for trails, travel, and emergencies
A lightweight personal filter for hikes, travel, and emergencies, with declared coverage against bacteria, parasites, and microplastics.
permutaOctober 5, 2026Barter agreement in Colombia: vehicles, real estate, notary, and taxes
Accepting a barter is not a shortcut: each party alienates what they deliver. Here you see the proof of article 1850, the procedure for a car and real estate, the withholding, and the expenses.
Servicios tecnicosOctober 5, 2026How to Offer Air Conditioning Installation and Maintenance Services in Colombia
How to put together an air conditioning installation and maintenance offer that the client can compare: quote with visit, electrical components, refrigerant, warranty, and clear advertisement.
Foreign investmentOctober 5, 2026Banco de la República Formulario 4: How Foreign Investment Registration Works in Colombia
Buyers still search for Formulario 4, but the live registration is an investment declaración de cambio transmitted by an authorized intermediary. Here is how it works for property and company capital.
Apartment livingOctober 5, 2026Water and Power Backup for Colombia Apartments and Fincas
A practical guide to water tanks, pumps and backup power in Colombia: what the rules say, what Ley 675 limits, and which utility to check before you buy anything.
Salario colombiaOctober 4, 2026Salary garnishment in Colombia: non-attachable limit, one-fifth of the surplus, and 50% cap for alimony or cooperatives (calculation based on the 2026 minimum wage)
Guide to calculating salary garnishment in Colombia: what portion of the salary is non-attachable, how the one-fifth of the surplus is applied, and when the cap rises to 50% for alimony or cooperatives.
Cafe colombiaOctober 4, 2026How to Sell Direct-from-Farm Specialty Coffee in Colombia: Channels, Packaging, and Shipping
How to get a lot of origin coffee from the farm to a specific buyer: channels, expedited sanitary authorization, packaging, labeling, shipping, and secure payment collection.