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Guide to Overcoming the Fiador Requirement in Colombia
Real estate agencies in Medellín and Colombia often require a fiador (cosigner) when renting unfurnished apartments. This means the tenant must provide a cosigner who accepts the legal responsibility for the rent payments if the tenant defaults. However, alternative solutions exist, such as providing a larger deposit, obtaining rental insurance, or finding landlords willing to waive this requirement.