Property in Rio · personal guidance

We bought on Copacabana. Now we'll show you how.

Two brothers from Germany, one apartment at Posto 6 – right where Copacabana ends at the fort and turns into Arpoador and Ipanema. Behind us lie months of paperwork, notary appointments and lessons in Portuguese. We pass that experience on to you, step by step.

Free intro call → What we do
Guidance in English & German · on the ground in Rio & from Germany
Sunset over Ipanema with the Dois Irmãos – Blick von Posto 6 Posto 6 · between Copacabana & Ipanema
Why us

We've already made the mistakes – so you don't have to.

We're Peter and Bernd – always in love with travelling and small adventures. One of them grew bigger than initially planned: our own apartment at Posto 6, at the quiet southern end of Copacabana, between the fort and the Pedra do Arpoador. There was no manual for it. We fought our way through CPF numbers, Brazilian notaries, exchange rates and rental management – sometimes improvising, sometimes with a good lawyer at our side.

Today we know the routes, the offices and the pitfalls – and why exactly this spot between Copacabana and Ipanema is so special. We're not an anonymous agency, but two brothers who went through exactly what you're planning – and who explain, in plain language, what really matters.

2
brothers: Peter & Bernd
1
flat at Posto 6, Copacabana
~4
months from wish to keys
100%
guidance in your language
Dois Irmãos · two brothers

The name made us smile: above Ipanema rise the Dois Irmãos, the “two brothers”, Rio's striking twin peaks. The climb is one of the city's most beautiful hikes – steep, but rewarded with the finest view over Rio. That's exactly how we work with you: we take on the steep part, the view is yours.

On your doorstep

This is waiting the moment you step outside.

From Posto 6, the iconic Rio is just a walk or a short ride away – beach, mountains and postcard views included.

Christ the RedeemerCorcovado
SugarloafPão de Açúcar
Beach & sunsetForte · Posto 6
Our flat

This is the flat we bought.

Wohnzimmer mit Sofa und Smart-TV
Voll ausgestattete Küche mit Essbar
Schlafzimmer mit Queensize-Bett und Klimaanlage
Schlafbereich mit Blick zur Küche
Modernes Badezimmer mit Regendusche

A stylish apartment on Rua Júlio de Castilhos – at Posto 6, where Copacabana turns into Arpoador and Ipanema. On foot you're minutes from three of Rio's most beautiful beaches, surrounded by cafés, restaurants and everything that makes daily life easy.

4guests
1bedroom
2beds
1bath
Air conditioningFast Wi-FiSmart-lock check-inSmart TVFully equipped kitchenWorkspaceNear the beach

This is the very flat we now rent out on Airbnb – and we'll show you how to do the same with yours: from furnishing and photos to pricing.

View on Airbnb →
What we do for you

From the first idea
to a flat that earns.

Six areas where we know from our own experience what to do – bookable individually or as full end-to-end support.

01

Property search & viewings

From wish to apartment.

We know the locations on and around Copacabana, pre-select listings for you and attend viewings – in person on site or together with you by video call.

02

Law, notary & closing

Buy safely, even from afar.

Support with CPF, power of attorney, purchase contract, notary (cartório) and land registry. We explain every document and work with lawyers we trust.

03

Money, financing & transfers

Euros to Rio – clean and traceable.

How your money arrives in Brazil legally and on the record: exchange rate, reporting duties, a Brazilian account and how the purchase can be financed.

04

Taxes & ongoing admin

The real work starts after the purchase.

Property tax (IPTU), service charges (condomínio) and the annual obligations in Brazil and Germany. We help you keep the overview from afar.

05

Renovation & furnishing

Turning walls into a home.

Finding and coordinating tradespeople, sourcing materials, avoiding the typical pitfalls of the old buildings along Avenida Atlântica – until the flat is move-in ready.

06

Renting (Airbnb & long-term)

Let the flat work for you.

Airbnb setup, pricing, cleaning and guest care – or a calm long-term let. Including the legal side and an honest take on the returns.

How it works

A clear path instead of nasty surprises.

01

Getting to know each other

Free intro call: you tell us about your plan, we tell you honestly whether and how we can help.

Day 1 · free
02

Strategy & budget

Together we clarify location, budget and goal – own use, renting or both – and set the roadmap.

Week 1–2
03

Search & viewings

We find suitable properties, check them on site and discuss pros and cons openly with you.

ongoing
04

Purchase & notary

From the offer through CPF and power of attorney to signing at the notary – we accompany every step and every document.

closing
05

Handover & furnishing

Keys, registrations, renovation and furniture – so the flat is truly ready.

after purchase
06

Operation & renting

On request we take over management and renting – or show you how to run it yourself from Germany.

ongoing
Common questions

What most people ask first.

As a rule, yes – foreigners can buy apartments in Brazil. Among other things you'll need a CPF tax number. We'll look at the steps for your specific case together in the intro call.

Not necessarily. Much can be handled remotely with a power of attorney, and we're on site for you. Still, many clients enjoy coming over once for a viewing – it is Copacabana, after all.

Via official, documented channels, so everything stays traceable – important for the purchase and for later transfers back. We explain the common options and what to watch for with exchange rates and reporting duties.

The intro call is free and non-binding. After that you book individual services or full support – we discuss it transparently before you decide.

That depends on location, condition and your rental strategy. We give you an honest assessment – even when, in our view, a property isn't the right fit.

Let's talk

Tell us about your Rio dream.

Write us a few lines about your plan. We'll get back to you for a free, no-obligation intro call – relaxed, in your language.

Email bomdia@rio-immobilien.de WhatsApp +49 172 760 6636 Location Copacabana, Rio & Greven, Germany