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Guides to buying, selling and living in Costa Rica, written by the people who do it every day.
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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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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Healthcare in Costa Rica: A Comprehensive Guide for Expatriates
How healthcare works for expatriates in Costa Rica: the public Caja system, private hospitals and clinics, typical costs and choosing health insurance.
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Costa Rica: A Retirement Haven for North Americans
Why North Americans retire in Costa Rica: health, community and cost, with specific points for Canadians and U.S. citizens and the trade-offs to weigh.
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Beach vs City Living in Costa Rica
Beach town or Central Valley? An honest comparison of climate, cost, healthcare, getting around and lifestyle, and what each means for buying a home.
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7 Reasons to Love Costa Rica
The wildlife, two coasts, a conservation record that holds up to checking, and the moment on day four when a holiday starts turning into a plan.
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