The Costa Rica real estate market has changed tremendously after the world wide real estate boom. Banks in Costa Rica never got involved with bad lending practices like what happened in the United States and Europe. So Costa Rica real estate prices have remained stable through the last 4 – 5 years. Will that go…
Samara and Carillo Beach have beautiful white sand beaches where a property can be bought in Paradise. A real paradise awaits visitors to the area. Playa Samara and its sister beach, Playa Carrillo, are identical in extension and beauty. Both beaches have calm waters and gentle waves that please tourists who wish to enjoy swimming…
What are the aspects of buying property in Costa Rica? Surely this question has come to mind for those of you who have begun the search for the perfect property in Costa Rica. There are hundreds of real estate companies in Costa Rica, some with great reputations, some with not so great reputations. How can you…
Would I retire in Panama City, Panama? Or should I stay in Costa Rica when I retire? After a visit to Panama City and getting a good feel of what Panama City has to offer, I decided to tell you more about it. If you are looking for a nice lifestyle when you retire or…
Did you know that properties with ocean views are cheaper in Costa Rica? Numbers can be deceiving; however, one cannot dispute the facts. You see, having invested in and brokered Costa Rica beach property with ocean views for the past seven years. It is not inconceivable to come across a situation that just must be shared.…
This is the real story of TJ and Cinde buying property in Tamarindo. This extraordinary couple recently moved to Costa Rica and bought a hotel in Tamarindo. If you are dreaming of moving to Costa Rica, like TJ and Cinde did, starting a new life and buying a property, check out Tamarindo first. It’s as…
You might not realize that buying Curridabat real estate can be as great an option for you as anywhere else in the Central Valley. The reason is probably lack of information. Therefore, you will receive plenty on this blog today. The city of Curridabat, located on the east side of San Jose, has a lot…
Thousands of U.S. citizens used their self-directed IRA to purchase Costa Rica real estate during the last real estate boom, from 2004 – 2007. Are you one of them? Did you know the administrator or custodian of those funds is required by the IRS to receive an updated fair market value at least once a…
You’ll see green real estate advertised everywhere, just like eco-communities. But does green real estate exist in Costa Rica, or is it just an overused marketing term? What’s the difference between green real estate and eco real estate? The Guardian considers Costa Rica a biodiversity hotspot. INBio, the National Biodiversity Institute, states that about 4.5%…
Before you buy your retirement home, you have a chance to check out all Atenas homes for rent. When you retire to a new country you want to find out the advantages and disadvantages of living in certain areas first. The American-European Real Estate Group, the # 1 Costa Rica MLS, gives you now the option…
Playa Langosta real estate is among the most upscale in any Costa Rica beach community. I remember that in 1982, when I moved a client from San Jose to Playa Tamarindo with his whole household, Playa Langosta was in the middle of nowhere and there was nothing but trees and beach. It was not until…
Estimated Reading Time: 7 Minutes Time for leaking roof maintenance tips. Roofs of Costa Rican homes suffer a lot because there is lots of rainfall. Rains start in September and don’t stop until December. Last week, the # 1 home inspector in Costa Rica, Thomas Rosenberger, explained how necessary it is to use quality materials…
Better late than ever. The city of Curridabat is now organized better than ever before and has a pretty good zoning plan for Curridabat real estate in place. This zoning plan has existed since 1993 but it took the city quite some years to enforce. Located on the east side of San Jose, east of San…
Have you ever heard of the Hills of Portalon Estates? Are you a nature lover and ocean views drive you nuts and you would love to have awesome weather every day? Also, you are maybe looking for a vacation property or retirement home in an exotic country not too far away from home? So you are…
A Costa Rica home structure needs to be strong enough to withstand the earthquakes. Nonetheless, it is possible to eliminate steel and to use a green solution. Laminated Wood or Bamboo beams for rafters and joists. These are a far superior solution for structural needs when building a Costa Rica home, that although be it…
Should you trust the electrical installations of the home you’re planning to purchase? When buying a home in Costa Rica, you can expect a different electrical system in the home than you are used to. We install electric outlets to enable our appliances, lamps, computer equipment, etc to work for our convenience. In most new…