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Frequently Asked · Casa de Campo®

Buyer FAQ

Answers to the most common questions about Casa de Campo® real estate
FAQ · Casa de Campo®

The questions buyers ask first.

Every Casa de Campo® buyer arrives with the same dozen questions about ownership, taxes, financing, and what it’s like to actually live here.

Ownership & Tax

Foreign Buyers, Title, IPI.

The rules that apply to foreign and Dominican owners — same path, same protections.

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Can foreigners own property?

Yes, with no restrictions. The DR places no limits on foreign ownership. Same title rights as Dominican citizens. Buy in your personal name, through a Dominican SRL, or through a foreign holding structure. No residency requirement to own.
Q.

What annual taxes apply?

IPI (Impuesto al Patrimonio Inmobiliario) is 1% of assessed value above ~RD$9.8M (~US$160,000), paid in two installments. If you rent, 10% withholding on gross rental income. No annual surcharge for foreign owners.
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Can foreigners finance a purchase?

Yes. Dominican banks offer mortgages to foreigners — typically 60–70% LTV, 15–25 year terms, in US dollars. Many buyers prefer to pay cash and finance back home via HELOC against existing assets.
Process & Lifestyle

Timeline and What It’s Like.

How long the transaction takes — and what owning at Casa de Campo® looks like in practice.

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How long does the process take?

From signed offer (Promesa) to title transfer is typically 60–90 days. Promesa to closing day is 30–60 days; new title issuance from the Registro de Títulos adds another 30–60 days. Possession transfers at closing — the new certificate arrives by mail a month or two later.
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What is it actually like to own?

Day-to-day Casa de Campo® feels like a small private town — gated, very safe, walkable inside neighborhoods. Owners typically use the villa 4–12 weeks a year. The resort is busy December–April and quieter in summer. Most owners hire a small local team and a property manager.
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Do I need resort membership?

It depends on the villa. Some properties transfer with Casa de Campo® membership included; others require separate enrollment. Membership grants golf, beach, marina, tennis, equestrian, and polo access. Always confirm in writing during due diligence — it can be a five- or six-figure difference at the start.
More Questions?

Talk through the answers specific to your situation.

Every buyer has a few questions we did not list above. A conversation covers the ones that matter to your purchase.

Talk to a Casa de Campo® Expert