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Short-Term Apartment Rentals Direct From Owners in Colombiadirect-owner-rentalsJuly 30, 2026

Short-Term Apartment Rentals Direct From Owners in Colombia

A practical workflow for finding 1–6 month rentals directly from owners in Colombia, comparing total costs, checking RNT, and paying safely.

Renting an Apartment Directly from the Owner in Medellín: Areas and Tips 2026arriendos-medellinJuly 27, 2026

Renting an Apartment Directly from the Owner in Medellín: Areas and Tips 2026

Discover how to search, negotiate, and sign a direct lease in Medellín without a real estate agency. Learn about the key areas and the legal checklist for 2026.

Luxury penthouse in Sabaneta: terrace, jacuzzi and viewsabanetaJuly 25, 2026

Luxury 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.

24-Hour Grocery Stores in Colombia: Your Guide to Late-Night Shoppinggrocery-shoppingJuly 25, 2026

24-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.

Accessibility and Diversity in Medellín: Resources for LGBTQ+, Disabled, and Diverse ExpatsmedellinJuly 24, 2026

Accessibility 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.

Genki Insurance for Colombia: Traveler vs Native for Digital Nomads and ExpatshealthcareJuly 21, 2026

Genki 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.

How to Sell Used Books in Colombia: Second-hand Bookstores and Direct Salesvender-librosJuly 20, 2026

How to Sell Used Books in Colombia: Second-hand Bookstores and Direct Sales

If you have a bookshelf full of books you no longer read, you can turn them into money. We explain how to sell them in bookstores or directly online.

Are Security Deposits Legal in Colombia? A Guide to Rental Guarantees and Ley 820housingJuly 19, 2026

Are 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.

Comparison of farms in La Calera and the Medellín metropolitan areafincaJuly 17, 2026

Comparison of farms in La Calera and the Medellín metropolitan area

The two most recent farms on the marketplace, with seller photos, a price-and-area comparison, and the owner’s direct contact.

Globull Review: Seller Financing for Colombia Propertyreal-estateJuly 8, 2026

Globull 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.

Free things in Colombia: we are launching the section to give away what you no longer usegratisJuly 1, 2026

Free 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.

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.