Rich Holman, Author at Lifeafar Investments

Author: Rich Holman

Rich began traveling to Medellin Colombia in 2006 and quickly realized that Medellin may be one of the worlds best kept secrets primarily due to the mis-perceptions caused by the international press. Not only is Medellin one of the best places to live in the world but Rich believes it may also be one of the most undervalued real estate markets.

A Year in the Making – Our New Web Site

All my partners are younger, high tech types and have certain aesthetic tastes that us old guys missed out on during the Internet High Tech Read more

February 20, 2014January 16, 2017Rich HolmanGeneral Medellin

Expat Tax Time

Expat Tax Time

It’s Expat Tax Time again, or is it? For expats things could not be more confusing with all the different forms, filing dates, fines, FACTA, FBAR, Read more

February 21, 2014January 16, 2017Rich HolmanClient Services

Medellin Investment and Retirement Conference

Medellin Investment and Retirement Conference

Global Property Summit
Rich Holman will be speaking at the Live and Invest Overseas Global Property Summit in Panama City, April 13th – 16th, representing Read more

February 21, 2014April 19, 2014Rich HolmanReal Estate, Investments

A Bet I Wanted to Lose

Just over a year ago when the US Dollar was trading in the 1760-1800 range against the Colombian Peso (COP) an Australian gentlemen sat in Read more

February 18, 2014January 8, 2019Rich HolmanReal Estate, Investments

21,000 New Housing Sales Expected in Antioquia in 2015

If you are ever wondering why you continue to see a boom of high-rise apartment buildings being built throughout the Medellín metroplex each year it is because there are now... Read more →

How to Get a Colombia Student Visa

The Colombia Student Visa is intended for a foreigner who wants to study in an academic program in Colombia. The visa is relatively easy to get with few requirements. The... Read more →

Colombian Real Estate Becomes Cheapest in the Americas

A recent post on the U.S. News website claims “Colombia now offers the most affordable retirement real estate options in the region.” The recently improved exchange rate for the Colombian... Read more →

Why 2019 Is The Year to Invest in Cali, Colombia

Increased tourism, undervalued properties, a thriving economy, and a strong USD translate to unparalleled investment opportunities. Read more →

10 Must-Dos for a True Bogota Experience

From sipping single-origin cups to partying at South America’s largest gay club, here’s what to do when you visit Colombia’s capital. Read more →

Colombia Looking to be the Silicon Valley of South America

A recent article on CNN Money made the case for Colombia pushing to become the Silicon Valley of South America. According to the Colombian government, Colombia’s technology industry grew 177%... Read more →