Buying a home in Cuba
Everything that happens between deciding to buy and holding a registered title in your name: how the market actually works, what to check on the visit, which papers must exist before you discuss money, and how a permuta with compensation works when there is no mortgage credit. These guides are written for someone doing this for the first time — which, in a market that has only been legal since 2011, is nearly everyone.
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How to inspect a home in Cuba before buying it
Roof, structure, damp, water and wiring: a room-by-room checklist for the defects that cost the most to repair in Cuba, and the ones you should walk away from.
August 14, 2026 · 7 min read
Read guidePermuta with compensation: how it is valued, declared and deeded
The swap with money on top is the most common form of permuta today. How to set the compensation, how it is taxed, and why every peso belongs in the deed.
August 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Read guideHow to avoid scams when buying or renting a house in Cuba
Red flags, essential checks and golden rules to protect yourself when buying, selling or renting a home.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Read guideHow to buy a house in Cuba: a step-by-step guide
From setting a budget to signing before a notary: everything you need to know to buy a home in Cuba legally and safely.
June 8, 2026 · 8 min read
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