The weather in Costa Rica is warm and tropical all year round and depending on which part of the country to visit the climate can vary in temperature, annual rain fall, and humidity. The Guanacaste in the North can be really dry at times and gets winds every March; where as the Central Valley can be cool in the high elevation mountain areas around San Jose. No matter where you are though there are only...
Costa Rica Real Estate
When making the move to Costa Rica, should you rent long term or buy a home? This is a common decision for retirees or families to make. Before even deciding to move to Costa Rica full time it is recommendable to rent for an extended period of time and during both the dry and rainy season to make sure it is the right fit for you. Also it is a good idea to try out some different parts of the country...
So you bought a property, home, or farm in Costa Rica and you are not a full time resident, now what? The best option is to hire someone to protect your hard earned investment. A professional property management company can give you peace of mind while living abroad; especially if you only get to visit a couple times per year. If you own a home or vacation rental the manager can arrange any...
Costa Rica is an amazing country with tons of biodiversity and natural attractions, friendly local people, safe for retirees and families, and real estate opportunities for any level investor. Many come to Costa Rica with romantic dreams and grandiose plans of how they will live the rest of their life in tropical paradise stress free on the beach or a mountain retreat. However, some common mistakes can...
The Dominical area is one of the most desirable real estate markets in all of Costa Rica to anyone looking for unsurpassed natural beauty, long stretches of nearly deserted pristine beaches, spectacular waterfalls, abundance of wild life, and daily adventures. The Dominical area has lush green rain forest covered mountains sloping right into the Pacific Ocean creating dramatic landscapes and...
Legal representation is the most important aspect of purchasing property in Costa Rica after choosing a professional real estate broker. Although much of the buying process is similar to the U.S., Canada, and Europe there are differences to the process and an attorney can walk you through the process step by step. Most properties in Costa Rica are purchased through corporations for liability and tax...
Costa Rica is one of the most desirable places in the World to retire for its beautiful natural scenery, tranquil “Pura Vida” lifestyle, friendly locals, year round temperate climate, and many more reasons depending on the individual. In this blog I will discuss the Top 10 Reasons that most people retire here. The majority of retires are from the U.S., Canada, and Europe making Costa Rica a unique...
Hello World!! And welcome to our blog on life in the Dominical area of Southern Pacific Costa Rica. My name is Josh Kanter and I will be writing this blog about all things Domincal and the surrounding areas. We will be discussing the Costa Rica lifestyle, real estate, property management, local news, advice for retirees and families moving to the area, vacation tips, activities, and much more. ...