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medellinAugust 8, 2026Laureles Medellín Expat Housing & Rental Guide: Finding Monthly Apartments & Rooms
Looking for monthly rentals or rooms in Laureles, Medellín? This guide breaks down 2026 neighborhood rent standards, sub-zone options, direct-owner leases, and contract rules.
foodAugust 8, 2026Colombian Street Food Guide: Empanadas, Arepas, Food Carts & Night Market Etiquette
Navigating Colombia's street food cart scene requires knowing what to order, what things cost, and how to spot safe, high-turnover stalls. Here is your practical guide to empanadas, regional arepas, sauce etiquette, and night cart dining.
Locales comercialesAugust 6, 2026How to Lease a Commercial Space or Office in Bogotá and Medellín: Regulations, Contract, and Rent
Learn how to structure commercial lease agreements in Bogotá and Medellín while complying with the Commercial Code. Discover how to set the rent, verify land use, and lease directly without paying middleman commissions.
sabanetaJuly 25, 2026Luxury penthouse in Sabaneta: terrace, jacuzzi and view
A two-level penthouse in the flat area of Sabaneta, with 198 m², private terrace, jacuzzi and panoramic view over the Aburrá Valley.
Grocery shoppingJuly 25, 202624-Hour Grocery Stores in Colombia: Your Guide to Late-Night Shopping
Arriving late in Colombia and need essentials? Here is exactly where to find 24-hour supermarkets, walk-in pharmacies, and late-night delivery apps.
medellinJuly 24, 2026Accessibility and Diversity in Medellín: Resources for LGBTQ+, Disabled, and Diverse Expats
Medellín is actively building a more inclusive city for everyone. Discover the physical, legal, and community networks that make the city accessible and welcoming for diverse expats.
healthcareJuly 21, 2026Genki Insurance for Colombia: Traveler vs Native for Digital Nomads and Expats
Genki keeps appearing in Medellin nomad groups. Here is the evidence-based Colombia verdict on Traveler vs Native, claims, exclusions, visa wording and EPS.
housingJuly 19, 2026Are Security Deposits Legal in Colombia? A Guide to Rental Guarantees and Ley 820
Expats are often shocked to learn that traditional security deposits are illegal in Colombia. Here is exactly what the law says and how to handle landlords who demand them anyway.
Real estateJuly 8, 2026Globull Review: Seller Financing for Colombia Property
Globull is a seller-financing marketplace for Colombian property. Here is the buyer flow, seller logic, terms, risks, and due-diligence checklist.
gratisJuly 1, 2026Free things in Colombia: we are launching the section to give away what you no longer use
Today someone gave away a sofa in Medellín and the platform didn't even have a way to say "free." So we built the entire section the same day: this is how it works, how you post, and how you claim what others are giving away.
medellinJune 25, 2026Jobs in Medellín: Part-Time, Remote and BPO (2026 Guide)
Discover how to navigate the Medellín job market in 2026. From real salaries in bilingual BPO to how to avoid recruitment scams on WhatsApp.
securityJune 18, 2026Medellín Digital Nomad Cybersecurity Guide: How to Stay Safe
Protect your data and devices while working remotely in Colombia with our complete digital and physical security guide.