Real estate in the Dominican Republic.

Real Talk.
No Bulto.

Straight talk. Smart deals. Dominican vibes.

I tell you what others won't, before you buy. The good, the bulto, the catch, so you can buy with confidence and love where you land.

Chat with Tracy Yes, real human. It's me.
Tracy Shayhorn, Real Talk Realty RD
In-house law firmYour paperwork, protected
We do the homeworkTitle, HOA & rental checks
Local since 2010A real Cabarete insider
Return on happinessYou'll love where you land
Why Real Talk

What Makes Real Talk Different

No fantasies, no fine print you find out about later. Just honest help from someone who lives here.

No Sugarcoating

The good, the bulto, and the catch, before you fall for a place.

Local Knowledge

On this coast since 2010. I know the neighborhoods, builders, and pitfalls.

Legal Protection

In-house legal keeps your title, deslinde, and contracts watertight.

Before You Buy

HOA fees, rental rules, hidden costs. You get the full picture up front.

Not Just a Sale

I'm here after closing too, helping you settle into island life.

For Sale

Featured Properties

Handpicked listings in Cabarete's most sought-after neighborhoods.

Who I Help

Investing, relocating, or retiring? I've got you covered.

Investors

Maximize ROI with rental-ready properties and honest market analysis.

Families

Find the perfect home near schools, beaches, and community.

Retirees

Retire in paradise with low HOA fees and expat-friendly neighborhoods.

Remote Workers

Work from Cabarete with fiber internet and co-working spaces nearby.

The Process

How It Works in the DR

Your real estate journey, simplified.

1

Say Hola

Message me on WhatsApp and tell me what you're after. No forms, no pressure, just a real chat.

2

See It for Real

We tour listings together, in person or on video, and I give you the honest walkthrough, not the sales pitch.

3

Do the Homework

My in-house legal team checks title, deslinde, HOA rules, and rental potential before you commit a peso.

4

Make the Deal

I negotiate hard for you and guide the offer, notary, and closing so nothing slips through the cracks.

5

Get Settled

Keys in hand, I help with utilities, residency, and finding your feet, so you actually enjoy island life.

Tracy Shayhorn, Real Talk Realty RD

Hi, I'm Tracy

Straight talk. Smart deals. Dominican vibes.

I've lived on Kite Beach since 2010, bought a condo, a house, and a commercial building, started two businesses, and built a life I love here.

So when I tell you I know this coast, I mean really know it. The people, the process, the paperwork, and the pitfalls. I'm not here to sell you a fantasy. I'm here to help good people find good homes.

  • Kite Beach local since 2010
  • Bought & sold here myself
  • Two businesses built
Social Proof

What My Clients Say

Real feedback from people who made Cabarete their home.

"Thank you, Tracy, for making Cabarete feel like home! Working with you was such a great experience, your honesty, patience, and local expertise made everything smooth and fun. Here's to more good times, new adventures and a long friendship!"

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Stacy Peters

Real Talk Realty client

"We're deeply grateful for all your help and support with our apartment purchase. Your kindness, patience, and care meant so much to us. You made this big step feel easy and special, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! So excited, and hopefully this will be the first of many more to come!"

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Yanisley

Real Talk Realty client

"I'd worked with other realtors in Cabarete and even lost out on a condo I loved. Tracy was the complete opposite, she found me the perfect condo and turned a frustrating search into a huge success. Her knowledge of Kite Beach is unmatched, and by the time I had the keys, I felt like family."

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Michelle LaFlamme

Real Talk Realty client

"What stopped me from buying in the Caribbean was all the urban legends about DR scams and shadiness. They went away the moment I connected with Tracy. She is extremely transparent, goes the extra mile, and lets no detail be overlooked, from choosing the property to legal due diligence and ROI. I can't see myself buying real estate on the island if it is not managed by her."

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Eugenio

Real Talk Realty client

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