The property owner stole the city park and hoped the buyer wouldn’t figure it out. I’m sure the property owner sold that property to someone else who did not know what was done. I would like to make you aware that there can be certain issues about a property that will not be seen by…
Should you have a good look at the property survey before signing the check to purchase a property? I bet you do! Learn why. You are ready to put an offer on a Costa Rica property. Have you had a look at the survey map, also called the plot map? You probably have not, but…
Ocean view property in Jaco Beach is definitely your best choice if you’re in the market to purchase beach property. If you have traveled as much as I have, then you know that it doesn’t matter where you are, great views are a premium. When you reserve a room in any hotel you will find…
A Southern Caribbean home can be your next vacation home, did you ever think about that? The Costa Rica Caribbean might not have come to your mind if you plan to retire, to start a new life in Costa Rica or purchase a vacation home on the beach, but it will be very beneficial to you…
Condominium Condado de Baviera is located in Bello Horizonte on the east side of Escazu, on what is called “la Calle Alemanes” by the locals. On this street, you’ll find several mansions, estates, and luxury homes. Also, there are some very nice communities with controlled access like Vista Alegre and La Suiza. Condominium Condado de…
Did you know that pets can influence the sale tremendously? I hope you like pets. I have sold properties in Costa Rica for about 20 years now. And still, now and then, I am surprised by the strange things that happen during the showing of the property. Of course, I tell the sellers all the things…
Therefore, Our Costa Rica Home Specialist Rudy Matthews follows up on San Jose East Side specialist Patrick Mulheren’s last month For Sale by owner Costa Rica articles. These articles look at FSBO or not FSBO from a sellers’ perspective and from a buyers’ perspective. Rudy writes: I share with you comments that I hope will be informational and…
We are very pleased and proud to announce that we now also offer Flamingo beach real estate for horse lovers. Las Catalinas is building a beautiful place near Flamingo Beach. This beautiful horse lovers place is composed of houses, shops, restaurants, small hotels and inns, pedestrian streets, plazas, parks, and recreational facilities. As a result, the investment environment for…
The Costa Rica phone company (ICE) announces changes in important phone numbers. You really want to make sure you have those numbers, so you won’t have to look for them when needed. ICE, our government-owned telecommunications company in Costa Rica has competition now. So you can choose for the first time since the civil war…
We were asked to come up with 21 top activities for active retirement in Tamarindo beach. It amazing how most enjoy life at the beach and others get bored fast. Well, Tamarindo Beach is one of those Costa Rica beach areas where you should never get bored because there is plenty to do. No matter…
Do you know where El Valle de Los Santos is? On Tuesday, October the 20th, some of the real estate agents went on a visit to the not very well known (yet) Los Santos area. This great tour was organized by our Los Santos area specialist Tony Warren. The plan was to tour some of…
Last week I received a call from someone who bought a condo in Costa Rica from a developer. He ended up working for them after buying. We had a discussion about the size of the Costa Rica condo. Now he wants to sell the condo he bought there. Which is what made me write this blog.…
Have you ever realized that there are disadvantages to listing as a For Sale by Owner? Probably not. It is important to learn more about the sellers perspective of listing as For Sale by Owner in Costa Rica In another blog, Patrick Mulheren gave his views about the fact that there is really no benefit…
To FSBO or not FSBO Costa Rica: that is the question. Well, we’ll get to that. First, what is FSBO? Second, what are the advantages of using For Sale by Owner Costa Rica from a buyers perspective? FSBO stands for For Sale By Owner Costa Rica, which is exactly what it sounds like: a property…
Do you know how to find the perfect South Pacific Neighborhood the easy way? We have all been there at one time, especially those who live in the South Pacific of Costa Rica. We got our heart set on a property for sale without properly scouting out the South Pacific neighborhood. Then we realized that…
Who wouldn’t like to live in Costa del Sol? Costa del Sol = The Perfect Jaco Beach Community. Take a tour of Costa Rica beach properties anywhere in the country. You will notice that it is nearly impossible to find any single family homes in a gated community on or near the beach. My name…