I am a US expat with pending residency and am considering entering into a long-term rental contract with a foreigner not living in the DR. The contract is somewhat unique because it is for tenancy in an unfinished house and calls for an upfront payment for a term of my choice (12 to 36 months) in return for having the house finished to my liking. In addition, there is a reduction in rent charges in return for my services as project manager overseeing the construction finishing. My concern is not knowing what recourse I may have to get refunded money in the event that the term of tenancy is cut short for some unforeseen reason, and there is a period of tenancy that remains paid for under the contract. And, also what is the best way to make sure the upfront monies are utilized as stated in the contract. Any help or insight into the enforcibility of contracts with foreigners would be greatly appreciated.