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Latest post · May 1, 2026How to Activate Your EPS When Returning to Colombia
Practical guide for returning Colombians: how to verify, reactivate and affiliate your EPS without wasting time or money.
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returning-colombiansApril 30, 2026Returning to Colombia After Years Abroad: Your Housing Checklist for the First Week
The housing market moved while you were gone. Here's the practical checklist for securing a place to live in your first week back in Colombia — whether you're a Colombian returnee or an expat starting fresh.
seller-guideApril 30, 2026How to List a Rental Property for International Tenants in Colombia
Targeting international tenants can mean advance payments in USD, predictable stays, and less vacancy. Here's how to list, price, and position your property to reach expat renters in Colombia.
housingApril 30, 2026How to Rent Directly From an Owner in Colombia
Renting directly from a Colombian owner can save you 1–2 months' rent in agency fees. Here's exactly how to find legit listings, verify ownership, and sign safely.
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rentApril 30, 2026The Real Cost of Renting in Bogotá: What You Pay Beyond the Listed Price
The listed rent in Bogotá is only the first line. Admin fees, utilities, and extras typically add 20–30% to what you actually pay — here's the complete breakdown.
casa claraApril 29, 2026Colombia Needs Housing Price History More Than Another Portal
Colombia has plenty of property portals — and zero public price history. That gap costs buyers, renters, and sellers more than most people realize.
rentApril 29, 2026The Real Cost of Renting in Medellin: Rent Is Only the First Line
Admin fees, utilities, internet, and parking can add COP 200,000-600,000 to your monthly rent -- here's how to calculate what you'll actually pay in Medellin.
medellinApril 29, 2026Moving to Medellín: The Complete Relocation Guide
Moving to Medellín is easier when you do the steps in the right order. This guide covers visas, neighborhoods, rent, money, safety, and your first 30 days.
housingApril 29, 2026How to Know If a Rental Listing is Real in Colombia
Before paying the deposit or reserving a property, learn to identify the signs of a fake rental listing in Colombia — and how to verify the owner without relying solely on their word.
seller-guideApril 29, 2026How to respond quickly to buyers without wasting time
Practical guide for sellers in Colombia: response templates, how to identify serious buyers and close sales via WhatsApp without wasting time.
seller-guideApril 28, 2026How to take photos that sell a house or apartment in Colombia
The difference between an ad that receives messages and one that barely gets any almost always has the same explanation: the photos. Here's the practical guide to do it right with your phone.
housingApril 28, 2026Co-debtor, guarantor and rental insurance in Colombia: differences and which one is best
Don't know the difference between co-debtor, guarantor and rental insurance in Colombia? This guide explains each figure, what it means for tenant and landlord, and what to do if you don't have access to any of them.