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Marina Cap Cana From Makai: Seasons, Sea Rules and Storms
Marina Cap Cana seen from Makai: about 4.4 miles by road, how busy it gets and when, what the marine sanctuary asks of boats, and the storm record of its coast.
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Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo: A History Primer for Makai Owners
Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial: why UNESCO listed it, the dates behind its stones, where its New World firsts stand today, and the trip from Makai.
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Dominican Food: What an Owner Cooks, Orders and Buys in Cap Cana
Dominican food from a Cap Cana kitchen: what makes up the plate, green versus ripe plantains, what a bill adds, where to shop, and the food calendar.
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Punta Cana Tourism Statistics 2026: Arrivals, Flights and Hotels
Punta Cana tourism statistics for 2026 so far: airport arrivals month by month, the markets behind the growth, hotel occupancy and what it means in Cap Cana.
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Power of Attorney in the Dominican Republic: Buying From Abroad
How a Dominican power of attorney (poder) lets a foreign buyer sign, close and register from home: special vs general, apostille, translation, limits and revocation.
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Capital Gains Tax in the Dominican Republic: A Makai Owner's Exit
Live in it or rent it? How the way you own a Makai residence in Cap Cana shapes Dominican capital gains tax on a resale, from cost basis to closing withholding.
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Punta Cana New Construction for Sale: What Buying First Gets You
Punta Cana new construction for sale is mostly sold before it stands. What only a first buyer receives, what only a resale can show, and the papers that stand in for a building you cannot yet visit.
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Mortgage Loans in the Dominican Republic: Lenders and Your Rights
Who may grant mortgage loans in the Dominican Republic, in which currency, and what the banking rules oblige a lender to give you before and after you sign.
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Cap Cana Real Estate: What You Buy Beyond Your Own Walls
Cap Cana real estate arrives in three layers: the community you inherit, the building you share, the residence you own. Makai Residences, layer by layer.
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Punta Cana Condos for Sale: What a Condo Actually Is Here
Punta Cana condos for sale: every purchase conveys a unit and an undivided share of everything that is not a unit. What that second half decides, read from one building in Cap Cana.
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Apartments for Sale in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic: Choosing Inside One Building
Apartments for sale in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic: after bedrooms and price, four choices decide what you actually get — the level, the aspect, whether the plan divides, and the delivery phase.
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Punta Cana Real Estate: The Words on a Listing, Defined
Six words that make Punta Cana real estate listings hard to compare — square feet, furnished, beachfront, tax-exempt, projected return, delivery — defined.
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The Dominican Republic Economy: What It Means for a Makai Owner
The Dominican economy read from Cap Cana: what growth, tourism, construction and the peso do to a pre-construction purchase — sourced to the Banco Central.
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Punta Cana and Cap Cana: Where Makai Sits on the Map
Where Cap Cana sits inside Punta Cana, how to reach it from the airport, what is inside the gates — and where Makai Residences stands within it.
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How to Buy Property in the Dominican Republic | Makai Process
A guide to the property buying process in the Dominican Republic for a pre-construction condo at Makai, from reservation to title. Learn the steps.
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Cost of Living in Punta Cana for a Makai Property Owner
Discover the real cost of living in Punta Cana as a Makai owner. Learn how our rental program and CONFOTUR benefits impact your budget for a clear financial picture.
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Dominican Republic Residency by Investment | A Guide for Makai Owners
Learn about Dominican Republic residency by investment. Understand the requirements, the role of property ownership, and how a purchase at Makai Cap Cana fits in.
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Is Cap Cana Safe? A Guide for Makai Property Owners
An owner's guide to safety in Cap Cana. We cover government advisories, the dedicated tourist police, Cap Cana's private infrastructure, and building standards.
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Property Management at Makai Cap Cana | A Wyndham-Run Program
Discover how property management works at Makai. Our residences are part of a hands-off rental program operated by Dolce Hotels & Resorts by Wyndham.
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Dominican Republic Property Tax Guide for Makai Owners
Learn about property taxes in the Dominican Republic for Makai owners, including the 3% transfer tax, 1% IPI, and rental income tax, plus CONFOTUR benefits.
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Hurricane Season in Punta Cana: A Guide for Makai Owners
What does the Atlantic hurricane season mean for a property owner at Makai in Cap Cana? Learn about building codes, professional management, and local infrastructure.
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A Guide to Owning a Vacation Rental in Punta Cana
Learn about owning a vacation rental at Makai in Cap Cana. Explore the Wyndham-managed program, tax implications, and what makes a turnkey residence a strong investment.
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How Makai's Wyndham-Operated Rental Program Works | Cap Cana
Learn how rental income works at Makai Residences. Explore the 7-11% projected return, the Dolce by Wyndham managed program, and taxes for non-resident owners.
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Retiring in the Dominican Republic | A Guide for Makai Owners
Learn about retiring in the Dominican Republic, including the Pensionado and Rentista visas, tax benefits, and how owning at Makai Cap Cana simplifies the process.
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Cap Cana vs. Bávaro: A Guide for Makai Property Owners
Discover the key differences between Cap Cana and Bávaro for real estate investment. Learn why Makai Residences is located in Cap Cana and what it means for owners.
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Makai & CONFOTUR: The Dominican Republic's Tax Exemption Law
Learn how Makai's CONFOTUR registration exempts buyers from the 3% transfer tax and the 1% annual property tax (IPI), strengthening your investment.
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Foreign Buyer's Guide to Owning Property in the Dominican Republic
Yes, foreigners can buy property in the Dominican Republic with the same rights as citizens. Learn the step-by-step process for purchasing a condo at Makai Cap Cana.
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