Beyond taxes and notary/registry fees, plan for legal fees, mortgage arrangement charges (if financing), and community onboarding costs. Villas add pool/garden upkeep and periodic exterior maintenance.

A prudent rule of thumb is 10–13% acquisition costs for cash purchases, plus a contingency for upgrades, furnishings, and initial insurance/utilities.

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