Recent content by Devlesch

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    How to check the official title of a lawyer?

    Hello, I have business to tend to in Las Terrenas, and need to work with various lawyers. How can I officially check that a lawyer indeed is registered as one and has the right to practice? The same question applies for Notaries also. Is there a specific web site that allows these types of...
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    Buying a hotel and incoporating a business.

    I need some advice... I am planning to buy a small hotel in DR. Funding for this will come partly from a home I will sell in Europe (+cash) and partly from private investors. The deal with the owner should be as follows : Cash payment of about 10% of the hotel value + a contract allowing me...
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    Buying a business while owner divorces

    Hello, I'm looking at buying a small hotel business and have found an interesting deal but am worried about the fact that the current owner is currently divorcing his wife. It seems the owner is German and married a local. Are there any specific risks or elements one should be carefull about in...