

Let me guide you through every step of the journey. Once you fall in love with the city, we’ll be here to help you turn your dreams into reality with our comprehensive support and expert guidance.
My goal is to help you create a new, mindful life in Medellín. I know this is a very important decision for you, involving many changes.
You are probably asking yourself: "What is the first step? I don’t know many people in Medellín, I don’t have trustworthy friends, I don’t know the market, and I’m afraid of getting trapped in a bad deal..."
I’m from Houston, Texas. When I turned 40, I decided to start a new life in Medellín, Colombia. I’ve seen people make great deals and others lose out simply because they didn’t have the right guidance. I’ve worked in real estate since 2016, and two years ago I shifted my focus to helping foreigners navigate Colombia’s messy, unorganized market. My goal is to reduce risk, cut stress and make buying property here a smoother experience.

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That’s why I will guide you through the entire process step by step so you can achieve the life of your dreams in this paradise...
Get to know you, see if Medellín is a good fit for your lifestyle and investment portfolio.
You need to know who you are before knowing what you really want and what your achievable goals are in this city. I’ll be here to help you with that process.
Personalized self-assessment session to identify your goals and aspirations
One-on-one coaching to help you understand and align with your true self
Vision boarding session to visualize your ideal life in Medellín
We pick you up at the airport and show you neighborhoods that fit your lifestyle and offer the highest return on investment
Recommend a one-week visit, or a weekend if you don’t have much time
Recommend a one-week visit, or a weekend if you don’t have much time
A strong social life matters, and Medellín offers more than parties. With quality events, dinners, and a growing international community, it’s an easy place to connect and expand your network.
Introduction to local and expat communities
Invitations to exclusive events and dinners with high-quality individuals, both locals and foreigners
Medellín has many neighborhoods, but a few key sectors stand out for investment. Get familiar with the area that matches your lifestyle, then focus your search. The city is compact, with essential services close and easy to learn.
Comprehensive guide to Medellín’s services including healthcare, getting around, shopping, safety, education, social life, and Spanish classes
Personalized advice to avoid “gringo prices” and get the best value
Once you know your lifestyle and ideal area, we’ll search for the right property within your budget. I’ll guide you through visits, selection, closing, and legal steps with support from our Checkmate lawyers.
We’ll send a curated property list
Tour up to nine selected properties
Research comparable homes and pricing
Join you for visits with analysis
Support you from selection to closing
Represent you through every negotiation
Provide legal help through our lawyers
Your Builder: Whether you need a remodel or a new build, we help you get estimates and connect you with trusted builders
Architect + Designers: Need to remodel? Looking for ideas to make your property ready? Meet the team you’ll work with
Your Lawyer: Go through any paperwork, answer any questions you have about visas, money transfers, entity setup, and banking
Our team and I will be there for the next two months to guide you through the entire process of learning and personal growth, guiding you step by step so you can make the best decisions and start a new life in a safe and efficient manner.
Events: Access to local events for networking and community integration
Coaching and Mentoring: Two months of continuous support and guidance
Weekly coaching sessions for personal growth and decision-making
Access to our Checkmate professional network for additional support
If you’re single and want to find love, this would be the last step, but one of the most important, because first, you need to be the best version of yourself and have a social life surrounded by quality people. That’s where you’ll find the right person. In Medellín, there are high-quality women, but you won’t find them in nightclubs
Finding Love: Helping you identify what you’re looking for in a partner
identify what you’re looking for in a partner
Suggestions for places to meet locals and build meaningful connections
Schedule a meeting to talk with Basim and get the guidance and support you need to grow, reset, and build a better life in Medellín.
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