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Free things in Colombia: we're launching a section to give away what you no longer usegratisJuly 1, 2026

Free things in Colombia: we're launching a 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: here is how it works, how you post, and how you claim what others are giving away.

Jobs in Medellín: Part-Time, Remote, and BPO (2026 Guide)medellinJune 25, 2026

Jobs 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.

Medellín Digital Nomad Cybersecurity Guide: How to Stay SafesecurityJune 18, 2026

Medellín 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.

Living in Ibagué on a Budget: Colombia's Cheapest Major Citycost-of-livingJune 14, 2026

Living in Ibagué on a Budget: Colombia's Cheapest Major City

Escape the rising costs of Medellín and Bogotá. Everything you need to know about living in Ibagué on a roughly $600 monthly budget.

Living in Rionegro and Eastern Antioquia: a practical guide near the airportrionegroJune 9, 2026

Living in Rionegro and Eastern Antioquia: a practical guide near the airport

Rionegro, Llanogrande, El Retiro, and La Ceja are not Medellín. A practical guide to deciding where to live near the airport and what to check before buying.

How to Compare Fincas, Lots, and Country Houses Near MedellinfincasJune 6, 2026

How to Compare Fincas, Lots, and Country Houses Near Medellin

Finca, lote, or casa campestre? How to compare rural property types near Medellin, plus the documents and red flags to check before you commit.

Pico y placa y dólar hoy: 2 herramientas gratis para tu día a día en ColombiaherramientasJune 4, 2026

Pico y placa y dólar hoy: 2 herramientas gratis para tu día a día en Colombia

Dos herramientas gratis: el pico y placa de 5 ciudades y el dólar hoy (TRM) con conversor y gráfico histórico.

Living in Envigado, Colombia: The Honest Expat Guideexpat-guideJune 1, 2026

Living in Envigado, Colombia: The Honest Expat Guide

Envigado borders El Poblado but costs 25–35% less. Here's what life is actually like — neighborhoods, rents, safety, and honest downsides.

Top 7 Neighborhoods in Medellin to Live: Rent, Buy Prices, and LifestylemedellinJune 1, 2026

Top 7 Neighborhoods in Medellin to Live: Rent, Buy Prices, and Lifestyle

A practical deep dive on where to live in Medellin: El Poblado, Laureles, Envigado, Sabaneta, Belen, Ciudad del Rio, and Manila, with 2026 rent and buying-price ranges.

Colombia Real Estate Investment: A Practical Guide for Foreign Buyersreal-estateMay 31, 2026

Colombia Real Estate Investment: A Practical Guide for Foreign Buyers

The legal part is straightforward. The due diligence and ongoing math are what most foreign investors skip — here's the honest version of what investing in Colombian real estate actually looks like.

Guatapé, Colombia: Complete Travel GuidetravelMay 30, 2026

Guatapé, Colombia: Complete Travel Guide

Everything you need before visiting Guatapé: El Peñol, the colorful town, how to get there from Medellín, and what it actually costs.

Country house in Copacabana, Antioquia: 3,000 m², pool and land minutes from MedellínfincaMay 29, 2026

Country house in Copacabana, Antioquia: 3,000 m², pool and land minutes from Medellín

A modern country house in Copacabana —3,000 m² lot, new pool, gym and jacuzzi, no HOA— and an honest guide to the north of the Aburrá Valley: climate, connectivity, prices and who it's right for.