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expat-guideJuly 5, 2026Colombia Notary Basics: A Guide for Renters, Buyers, and Expat Paperwork
Demystify the Colombian notaría system. Learn exactly how much notary services cost in 2026, what to bring, and what signature authentication actually protects.
entrepreneurMay 29, 2026How to Register a Business in Colombia as a Foreigner
Colombia lets foreigners own 100% of a company — but the registration sequence has traps most guides skip. Here's how to get it right.
expat-guideMay 21, 2026Colombia Taxes for Expats: Fiscal Residency, DIAN, and What You Actually Need to Do
Colombia's 183-day rule can make you a fiscal resident without you realizing it. Here's what that means for your income, DIAN obligations, and -- if you're American -- your IRS situation.
rentMay 9, 2026Rental move-in inventory: the clause everyone forgets
The move-in inventory is the invisible clause of the contract. Without it, any dispute over the deposit ends up being your word against theirs. Here's how you do it right.
rentMay 8, 2026Colombia Rental Contract Red Flags: Key Terms and What to Watch Before You Sign
Before you sign a rental contract in Colombia: the key legal terms that define your rights — canon, deposito, codeudor, poliza, estrato — plus 12 red flags to catch before you sign.
housingApril 28, 2026Co-debtor, guarantor, and rental insurance in Colombia: differences and which one is best
Don't know the difference between a co-debtor, a guarantor, and rental insurance in Colombia? This guide explains each figure, what it implies for both tenant and landlord, and what to do if you don't have access to any of them.