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Osa Tropical Properties’ mid year market report for Costa Ballena real estate includes current and projected trends in our local real estate markets that include the towns of Dominical, Uvita, Ojochal, and the surrounding neighborhoods. Real estate sales in South Pacific Costa Rica continued to set record highs in the months of April, May, and…
Ever wondered if you need a corporation in Costa Rica to buy real estate? Here’s a handy guide to answer most of your questions. There once was a time when foreigners buying property in Costa Rica would pretty much always create a corporation to own their assets. They did this because they could remain entirely…
Many people realized a year ago that they would be spending at least the next few months at home due to the fallout from COVID-19, so they started making improvements to their everyday lives. Some renovated their home offices or kitchens. Others bought new homes with larger floor plans and more outdoor space. But a…
Demystifying Common Terms Used In Real Estate in Costa Rica There are many terms that are unique to Costa Rica and this is especially true when it comes to real estate. If you are interested in the possibility of purchasing real estate in Costa Rica, it is helpful to know the correct terminology to succeed…
Osa Tropical Properties’ Costa Ballena real estate market report is out now! New listings coming soon to our office from Osa Mountain Village, Playa Ballena, Ojochal, Uvita, and Dominical. It’s nearly the start of the summer season in Costa Rica and this is the time of year for new listings to be coming onto the…
There are a few differences between homes used as Costa Rica vacation rentals versus the ones that people live in year round. This article will show you five of those differences, helping you understand how your vacation life may be different from your full-time life in Costa Rica. Costa Rica has long been known as…
The Costa Ballena real estate market is seeing a lot of attention from international investors. People are continuing to dream about living their best life as an expat in Costa Rica. And as the world begins to discuss reopening businesses and borders, more and more people are visiting our website and social media channels and…
Home financing in Costa Rica is a topic that is being asked about more frequently by buyers contacting our Osa Tropical Properties real estate office. The thing is, there is not a simple and straightforward answer. Buying real estate in Costa Rica with cash is still the easiest and best option. Cash gives buyers the…
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As we approach the end of the year and the end of a decade, it is feeling like the appropriate time for a thorough recap of what’s been going on in our Costa Ballena real estate market. We are proud to report that our office and the region as a whole are closing out the…