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Best gated communities in Punta Cana for security-conscious buyers
Top gated communities ranked: Cap Cana (true 24/7 access control, beach, golf, marina), Punta Cana Resort & Club (private airport gate), Punta Cana Village (residential, no through-traffic), Cocotal Golf (24/7 + golf), Cana Bay (Hard Rock-anchored), Vista Cana (mid-market). We score on real security infrastructure, not marketing brochures.
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How does your broker partner get paid?+
Standard buyer-side commission paid by the seller / developer at closing — it does not increase your purchase price. Our fee is disclosed in writing before any tour, and we never accept hidden referral kickbacks from developers.
Will you show me overpriced new-builds because they pay higher commissions?+
No. We benchmark every project against real comparable sales and against real Airbnb performance in the same area. If a developer is 15–20% above market or projecting unrealistic yields, we will tell you and skip it — even if their commission is double.
Can I walk away after the property tour?+
Always. The scouting tour exists so you can rule things out. Most of our serious buyers visit 8–12 units and only 2–3 survive the numbers — that's the point.
Are there hidden closing fees?+
No. Standard Dominican closing costs are 3% transfer tax + ~1% notary + ~$500 title insurance. Anything else (legal, escrow, due diligence) is quoted upfront and itemised — no surprises at signing.
Do you cover Cap Cana, Bávaro, Cocotal and Cana Bay equally?+
Yes. We're area-agnostic — we go where the numbers and your brief point. The shortlist will mix areas if that's what fits, or focus on one if that's what makes sense.
Cash only or is financing possible?+
Most deals close in cash USD, but Dominican banks now offer 50–60% LTV mortgages to foreigners at 7.5–9% on completed properties. We introduce you to two banks for quotes — no obligation.
What happens after closing?+
We hand you off to vetted property managers (18–22% of revenue, no exclusivity locks), help you onboard with Airbnb / Booking, and stay reachable on WhatsApp for whatever comes up in year one.
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