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Rents in Costa Rica Outpace Inflation Nearly 10 to 1 but Leases Cap the Hit

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Rents rose 3.27% in a year while inflation was 0.34%. Here is what the law lets your landlord charge mid-lease and at renewal.
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Costa Rica’s Water Squeeze Is Changing What Property Buyers Check First

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If you are looking to buy land in Costa Rica, the document that will decide your purchase is not the title study. It is...
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Costa Rica Real Estate Escrow Rules Explained for Foreign Buyers

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There is a big difference between an escrow contract and a trust contract. In the escrow contract one party places certain funds in the...
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Costa Rica Luxury Property Tax Guide For Property Owners

Jorge Montero -
By January 15th the tax for the so called "luxury properties" will come due. This is a tax established in benefit of, or for...
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Costa Rica Construction Checklist: Essential Steps for Your Dream Project

Jorge Montero -
It is not uncommon for a person that decides to make his or her home in Costa Rica to find a great property and...
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Will you get a great deal on a bank-owned home in Costa Rica?

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Is buying a bank-owned home in Costa Rica a good way to find a bargain? Sure, it can be, but it's hard work. Often, you...
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Why is Costa Rica so attractive with inflation and high housing prices in the US?

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In many areas of the U.S., the real estate market is red hot. A good number of those who sell their homes are making...
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Is it insane to hold an open house in Costa Rica?

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Is it insane to hold an open house in Costa Rica or does it make sense to forget about it and promote the sale of your house in a different way?
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Costa Rica Real Estate: The Closing Process and Costs

Jorge Montero -
When buying or selling a property in Costa Rica it is important for both parties to be aware of the normal obligations and expenses...
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11 smart steps for hiring a contractor in Costa Rica

The Tico Times -
If you're considering remodeling a house in Costa Rica, here's what you need to know about hiring a good contractor.
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5 Tips on How to Sell a Fixer Upper House in Costa Rica

The Tico Times -
Is the house in Costa Rica that you are selling so undesirable that nobody will buy it? Have you been trying for years to...
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Buying Costa Rica Real Estate: 8 Signs You are Not Ready

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It is quite normal that we encounter a would-be buyer who is not ready to buy a house yet. We advertise our property listings on...
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Moving or Investing in Costa Rica? Here is what you need to know

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Costa Rica Real Estate: The Hidden Costs of Neglect

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The lack of rain recently has reminded me to accelerate my summer projects of exterior maintenance issues. Costa Rica is located between 9 and...
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