Thanks to the growing popularity of our region of expertise in Costa Rica real estate called the Costa Ballena (which includes the townships of Dominical, Uvita, Ojochal, and Tres Rios), buyers have been flooding the market this high season. Our…
Foreign investment in Costa Rica is increasing for four main economic reasons: No capital gains tax – any income you make on your Costa Rica investment is not taxed when you sell and move your money over the border Low…
Having recently returned to my Canadian homeland after over 6 years away, there were many differences I noticed: about my home and native land, as well as what’s changed in me. The noises and the congestion were the same, for…
Direct flights to and from San Jose (SJO International Airport) From Europe: British Airways (UK) – non-stop service from London’s Gatwick Airport to SJO on Wednesdays and Saturdays (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in the winter). Thomson Airways (UK) – non-stop…
Most expats who come to Costa Rica choose to use corporations to protect their assets from liability. These expats set up something called ‘inactive corporations,’ meaning that they do not generate any revenue or pay income or sales taxes, but…
Steady sale rates of luxury homes throughout Costa Rica are indicating that foreign and local buyers are seeking a secure investment and discreet lifestyle in our age of globalization and population boom. Foreign property buyers want to know that their…
The term refuge is defined as “a place offering shelter and safety from pursuit, danger or trouble.” In an era dominated by the environmental catastrophes of industrialization, Costa Rica is a refuge from the noise and pollution found in much…
Verify that you have official documents in order: As you start to get settled after your move to Costa Rica you will likely want to open a local bank account. The requirements for opening an account in Costa Rica vary…
The real estate market in Costa Rica is thriving in 2017. Agents at Luxury Property Costa Rica, a subsidiary of long time real estate servicer for the Costa Ballena Region, Osa Tropical Properties in Ojochal, Costa Rica are advising their buyers that…
Our clients often ask us why people make the choice to retire in Costa Rica. Everyone who has made the move will likely give you a different list of reasons. The following are some of the reasons frequently cited. The…