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I went to the immigration office in Buenos Aires to apply for what I understood was a 90 day extension on my stay. When I was there, they told me I would be fine to exit the country based on that extension and the exit date would be June 25th 2026 Afterward, I reviewed the document, which is a...

Has anyone here done a renovation on an apartment around 100 m²? I’m especially curious what people paid for the kitchen. If you’re willing to share, I’d love to see before/after photos and hear which contractor you used. Any details on cost breakdowns would really help. Thanks in advance...

Has anyone ever paid a local business in Buenos Aires in pesos while being outside of Argentina — without having an Argentine bank account? If so, how did you do it? I’m trying to send a payment directly to the business's bank account in pesos and looking for the best method. Any tips or...

Looking for some feedback—I just got quoted $72 USD per square meter for porcelain tile installation. With about 140 sq meters to cover, that puts labor alone at nearly $10,000 USD. Honestly, that feels excessive. Has anyone recently had porcelain tile installed?👉 What did you pay per square...

Looking for some insights from anyone who's bought property in the last few years: How long did it take for your Escribano to receive the deed and send it to you after the purchase?

Anyone here who bought an apartment or put utilities in their name in Buenos Aires without having a residency card? Were you able to do it, or did you find a workaround? Would appreciate hearing how you handled it if you’ve been through it.

Looking for Recommendations on Hardwood Flooring Pricing Hey everyone, I’m looking for references on the cost of installing hardwood and engineered hardwood flooring per square meter. If you’ve done hardwood flooring recently, do you have a pricing guide for installation and materials? I’ve...

Looking for Advice on Apartment Demolition Costs Hi everyone, and Merry Christmas! 🎄 I’m currently planning a renovation project for a 90-square-meter apartment on the 3rd floor and need to do some demolition work. This includes removing the kitchen, two bathrooms, and three walls. If...

For those who have purchased property and transferred funds from a U.S. bank account to a seller’s U.S. bank account—do you have any tips or recommendations for avoiding potential pitfalls? I’m particularly curious if there are any safeguards, like an escrow service or similar, that you’ve...

Hi everyone, I am closing on an apartment in Buenos Aires in a few weeks and would like to begin the process of getting contractors lined up and pricing in place. I am looking for: Painters Wood flooring refinishing companies General contractors (for moving walls) Kitchen and bathroom...

Hi everyone! I'm in the process of buying a property in Capital Federal and I have been given a breakdown of the fees involved. I could use some insights from anyone familiar with these types of expenses. Here's what I'm being charged: Transfer Tax: ARS 3,713,150.00 Original and Copy Stamps...

When is it customary to pay the commission to the real estate agent? 🤔 An agent I'm working with has mentioned that **"Los honorarios profesionales que me corresponden se paga siempre el mismo día de la escrituración"**—which means the professional fees are always paid on the same day as the...

🚨 Question for those with experience purchasing property in Argentina from the U.S. 🚨 I'm in the process of purchasing a property in Argentina and trying to figure out the best way to move money from the U.S. I reached out to several realtors and asked if the property owners had U.S. bank...

Has anyone here used a "financiero" to move money from the US to Argentina for a property purchase? If so, could you recommend the company you used and share the rate you paid for the service? Additionally, if anyone has done it through a bank as a non-resident, could you share those details as...

Hello everyone, I hope this message finds you well. I have a question regarding banking in Buenos Aires and was hoping to hear from someone with recent experience. **Background Information:** I am a non-resident but hold a CDI, and I’m planning to purchase real estate in the next month or two...

Hey everyone! I'm in the midst of buying a property in beautiful Buenos Aires, Argentina, but here's the twist – I'm not currently in the city. 😅 I've already found the perfect place and negotiated a price, and even found a trusty escribano to help with the legal side of things. However, I...

Hey everyone, I'm contemplating the idea of buying property in Palermo and wanted to share some thoughts on the pros and cons of houses vs. apartments. Here's a brief rundown: **Houses:** - **Pros:** More privacy, no shared walls with neighbors, and possibly a small garden or outdoor space. -...

Hello. I am hoping to find a Massage service with a chair similar to this to focus on the upper back and neck. if anyone knows of a local establishment I would appreciate the recommendation.

Can anyone tell me where to find supplements such as Saw Palmetto (Palmito Enano) in Spanish

Hello, everyone! I'm conducting a brief survey to understand the current real estate market in Buenos Aires better. Whether you've bought your dream home, a cozy apartment, or an investment property recently, I'd love to hear about your experience. If you're willing, please share: The asking...