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Vida práctica en Colombia brings together 276 guides for personas que viven, venden, arriendan o trabajan en Colombia, with practical context on vivienda, trámites, seguridad, costos, empleo, and servicios.
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City guideMay 4, 2026Medellín vs Pereira to live: Which city is better for you?
If you're deciding between Medellín and Pereira to live, this guide gives you the real numbers and an honest comparison of the two cities — no advertising.
bogotaMay 4, 2026Bogotá Neighborhoods Where to Find Direct Rent (and How to Find It)
In Bogotá there are thousands of apartments for direct rent from owners — the problem is knowing which neighborhoods to search in and through which channels those listings reach you first.
empleoMay 3, 2026Severance Pay and Employment Settlement in Colombia: How They Are Calculated and How to Claim Them
A practical guide to calculating your settlement upon contract termination in Colombia: severance pay, interest, bonuses, vacation, and compensation with a real numerical example.
impuestosMay 3, 2026Property Tax in Colombia: How much is paid by city and when
Everything you need to know about the property tax in Colombia: how it is calculated, when to pay in each city, how to take advantage of early payment discounts, and what happens if you don't pay.
medellinMay 2, 2026Medellín Neighborhoods Where to Look for Direct Rent
There are neighborhoods in Medellín where owners still rent directly without commissions or intermediaries. Here we tell you which ones they are and how to search.
medellinMay 2, 2026Best Neighborhoods in Medellín for Finding Direct Owner Rentals
Some Medellín neighborhoods are dominated by agencies charging 1–2 months' commission. Others are almost entirely owner-managed. Here's where to look for arriendo directo.
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.
housingApril 28, 2026Co-debtor, guarantor, and rental insurance in Colombia: differences and which one is better
Don't know the difference between a co-debtor, a guarantor, and a rental insurance policy in Colombia? This guide explains each figure, what it implies for tenants and landlords, and what to do if you don't have access to any of them.
housingApril 28, 2026What does administration mean in a rental in Colombia
The administration fee is the most frequent hidden cost in Colombian rentals. This guide explains what it is, what it covers, how much it costs, and who should pay it.
housingApril 28, 2026How to compare rental prices in Colombia without getting ripped off
Comparing rentals in Colombia is difficult if you don't know what to ask. This guide explains the factors that move the price and how to use Casa Clara so you don't overpay.
marketplaceApril 27, 2026Where to Sell Used Items in Colombia Without Paying a Commission
Compare channels to sell used items in Colombia, post without commissions, and learn how to filter buyers and securely confirm payments.
viviendaApril 26, 2026How to Review a Rental Contract in Colombia Before Signing
What you should check in your lease agreement before signing: rent, deposit, inventory, abusive clauses, and the inventory report that almost nobody does.