Guides
Practical articles about buying, selling and renting property in Cuba, written in plain language.
July 23, 2026
Buying a house in Cuba from abroad: a guide for the diaspora
Cubans abroad and foreigners without residency: what the law allows today, how a purchase actually works and how to protect yourself from a distance.
Read guideJuly 23, 2026
The power of attorney to buy or sell in Cuba without being on the island
What an attorney-in-fact is, how to grant a power from abroad, whom to appoint and how to avoid the mistakes that force you to repeat the procedure.
Read guideJuly 23, 2026
Inheriting a home in Cuba from abroad
Declaration of heirs, taking part from a distance, what happens if no heir lives in Cuba and why registering in time keeps you from losing the house.
Read guideJuly 23, 2026
Renting out and managing your Cuban property while living abroad
You own a home in Cuba and live abroad: how to rent it from a distance, who manages it in your absence and how to decide between renting and selling.
Read guideJuly 22, 2026
How much does a house cost in Cuba? Prices by zone and how to compare
Real price ranges by province and neighborhood, the factors that move them, and how to use real market data before buying, selling or renting.
Read guideJuly 13, 2026
How 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.
Read guideJuly 6, 2026
What is the "permuta" in Cuba and how does it work today?
The home exchange that marked generations of Cubans is still alive: what a permuta is, when it makes sense and how it is legalized.
Read guideJune 29, 2026
The Havana real estate market: a guide by municipality
From Miramar to Santos Suárez: what defines each area of Havana, what drives prices and where to search according to your budget.
Read guideJune 22, 2026
10 tips to sell your house faster in Cuba
A realistic price, good photos and a complete listing: the factors that truly speed up the sale of a home in the Cuban market.
Read guideJune 15, 2026
Documents required to buy or sell a home in Cuba
Property title, ownership certificate, technical reports and notary procedures: the complete paperwork checklist for a safe transaction.
Read guideJune 8, 2026
How 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.
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