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Guides to buying, selling and living in Costa Rica, written by the people who do it every day.
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Property in Costa Rica: A Detailed Exploration
Ten reasons buyers choose Costa Rica: quality of life, cost of living, healthcare, property prices, nature, climate, safety, community, language and political stability.
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Top 10 Complaints about Living in Costa Rica: The Downsides of Paradise
The ten most common complaints from expats in Costa Rica, from cost of living and jobs to earthquakes, petty theft, language, healthcare and bureaucracy, and how to weigh them.
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Be Clear on the Purpose of your Property in Costa Rica
Main home, vacation home, rental, pure investment or development land: how the purpose of your purchase shapes location, property type and strategy.
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Figure out your Finances for Buying Real Estate in Costa Rica
Set a realistic budget before you search: the full costs beyond the price, and your financing options at home and in Costa Rica.
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Choosing Your Real Estate Agent in Costa Rica
Why experience, bilingual skills and a broad network matter when you choose an agent in Costa Rica, how commissions work, and how the broker and lawyer fit together.
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Finding your Ideal Real Estate Location in Costa Rica
Choosing where to buy starts with the purpose of the property. Escazú and Santa Ana compared: upscale and convenient, or tranquil and thriving.
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The 5-Step Process of Buying Real Estate in Costa Rica
The buying process in five steps: the offer, the sale and purchase agreement, due diligence, closing before a notary, and the municipal property declaration.
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The Real Cost of Living in Costa Rica for Expats
What expats really spend in Costa Rica: a couple's annual budget, how import fees and lifestyle choices change the sums, and answers to the common cost questions.
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International Schools in Costa Rica
Where Costa Rica's international schools are, the main types, what they cost and what to check, plus choosing a home around the school.
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