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Costa Rica Luxury Property Tax Guide For Property Owners

Jorge Montero - January 12, 2025

By January 15th the tax for the so called "luxury properties" will come due. This is a tax established in benefit of, or for...

Costa Rica Construction Checklist: Essential Steps for Your Dream Project

July 18, 2024

Will you get a great deal on a bank-owned home in Costa Rica?

June 5, 2022

Why is Costa Rica so attractive with inflation and high housing prices in the US?

May 17, 2022

Is it insane to hold an open house in Costa Rica?

April 9, 2022

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Costa Rica Real Estate: The Closing Process and Costs

Jorge Montero - March 15, 2022

When buying or selling a property in Costa Rica it is important for both parties to be aware of the normal obligations and expenses...

Buying property

11 smart steps for hiring a contractor in Costa Rica

The Tico Times - March 4, 2022

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 - February 19, 2022

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

The Tico Times - February 3, 2022

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

Costa Rica Real Estate: The Hidden Costs of Neglect

The Tico Times - November 27, 2021

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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The Ultimate Costa Rica English-Spanish Dictionary For Real Estate

The Tico Times - November 6, 2021

From "addendum" to "zoning ordinance," The Costa Rica English-Spanish real estate dictionary is your guide to speaking fluent real estate

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Short term vs. Long term Renting in Costa Rica

The Tico Times - October 14, 2021

You are surfing around on the web, looking for a rental in Costa Rica, but you have no idea what the rules are, how...

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Buying Property in Costa Rica: A Guide on Common Pitfalls

The Tico Times - August 29, 2021

There is an amazing number of undesirable conditions that can have a negative impact on your property value in Costa Rica. The time to...

Expats

Did You Inherit a Property in Costa Rica?

The Tico Times - August 14, 2021

Inheriting a property in Costa Rica may sound like a great deal. However, if you are the executor, you’ll now be in charge of what can be a bit of a puzzle.