Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes Even in Costa Rica, each generation has a different idea of what a starter home is. When I married the first time, in 1984, it was quite common to buy a 3-bedroom home in Escazu for $95,000, but the exchange rate of the dollar was at 43 colones. My monthly…
Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes Did you know that you can go to med school in Costa? Everyone knows that Costa Rica offers incredible beaches, vast nature, and vibrant culture. But did you know that obtaining an affordable medical degree in Costa Rica is an option for foreign students? They can also get significant help…
Estimated Reading Time: 7 Minutes This week, we’re closing with a buyer who is bringing her dad’s woodworking tools to Costa Rica. She’s worked hard all her life and never found the time to use these tools, just too busy. But now she finally retired and will be able to enjoy her new hobby. When…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes Although it’s more expensive, learn now why tempered double-glazed glass in your home in Costa Rica is a good idea. Have you ever thought of getting double-glazed glass windows from double glazing Bristol and enjoying the benefits that come with them? I never even thought about using it in my house until…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes Didn’t we all move to Costa Rica to be happier and not to become a “Nasty Expat”? We all had our own reasons to move here; some of us wanted to retire, others were looking for a change in their boring life. And most of us just wanted a better…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes Homeowners in Costa Rica almost never think of upgrading their kitchen. They usually stay their whole life in the same home. Maybe they give it a new coat of paint now and then. If that! In many other countries, homeowners seem to outgrow their homes a lot quicker. Some do…
Estimated Reading Time: 10 Minutes Maybe you missed a few of the best Costa Rica real estate blogs 2020? Then now is your chance to recover. If you’d like to, you can also check the top 10 from 2019. We published a total of 41 blogs this year, on incredibly varied subjects. Our top 10…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes The essence of being a college graduate is obtaining a degree to secure a well-paying job in the future. Additionally, the skills you obtain from campus can also help you to live with other people harmoniously. If you graduate with a good GPA, you increase the chances of accessing great…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes A student is not a professional writer, which is often a stumbling block during college. Students frequently are unable to deliver high-quality work that matches their institutional demands. They face multiple writing challenges that are fundamental in school. Some of the reasons that make it hard for college students to…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes I just got off the phone with someone from Oregon who wants to downsize when buying a home in Costa Rica. It depends a little where you’re moving from though. If you’re European or from downtown in a large US city, you probably already live in a small house or…
Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes Here, you’ll find 8 educational tips for your children to use when they study in a Costa Rican school or college. Learning has many challenges that can make students distracted and demotivated. For instance, the need to perform better than their classmates can easily lead to stress. It’s easier to order…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes Social media marketing allows us to create a dynamic online presence and establish a dialogue with an unusually wide audience. Social media is one of the best platforms to connect with people all over the world and market your property. Its market base sprawls into billions of users globally. To…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes Do you have an eye on commercial property investment in Costa Rica? Are you attracted by the good stories about commercial investment and feel it’s time to try your luck? It is no doubt that commercial property investment provides more solid returns than other real estate investments, especially if you…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes In North America, homeowners move 11.7 times in their lifetime. In Costa Rica, there are no statistics on this. We are not very good at statistics at all. My educated guess is twice or three times at the most. Ticos (I’m sorry to be generalizing) usually move when they get…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes Did you know that our MLS is a unique option for your search for a rural hideaway property? Rural Costa Rica is much safer than rural North America is. During the Covid 19 pandemic, many realize that they are ready to make a change in their lives. They are looking…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes Planning for a smooth long-distance move to Costa Rica? The world has become a lot smaller since I moved here. That was 40 years ago this year, and it seems like it was yesterday. There was no internet back then. And we spent 11 hours between flights, in the middle…