Nicaragua Guide: Property

Buying property isn't easy anywhere, but it gets even more complicated if you have to deal with an unknown property market and legal restrictions of a foreign country. Read our property guide to get a good start – and to avoid mistakes you might later regret.

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  Introduction

  Land and property ownership

  Investing in Nicaraguan properties has become a trend among foreigners who are looking to take advantage of Nicaragua's emerging real estate market. That doesn’t mean it’s easy though...

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  The Nicaraguan property market

  It's on the up

  Although it's one of the poorest countries in Latin America, Nicaragua is quickly growing as a second-home and retirement destination. More foreign companies are establishing operations in the country and tourism is growing rapidly. Still, some international buyers are wary of Nicaragua and see it as a risky market due to the instability of the 1980s.

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  The purchasing process

  How to buy property in Nicaragua

  The process of registering a property can take around 65 days and you may encounter some bumps along the way. This article will discuss some steps you need to follow to ensure that everything goes smoothly.

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  Financing your property

  Getting a mortgage

  Most property purchases are done in cash, with expats often finding it difficult to receive financing from Nicaraguan banks.

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  Finding a property in Nicaragua

  Where to find listings

  First things first: figure out what you are looking for. Do you intend on relocating indefinitely, are you looking for a vacation home or strictly investing?

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