Properties in Costa Rica Blog

In Costa Rica we have much to be thankful for

On the Thanksgiving holiday we are reminded to be grateful and practice generosity with others. In real estate we can apply this principle at various levels.

Parents frequently ask us, “What’s the education like in Costa Rica?” It’s an important question for anyone with young children or a teenager who is considering relocation to Costa Rica. The quality and availability of education are arguably the best in Central America, and it continues to improve, albeit slowly. Here’s why…

Conservation and Private Reserve Ownership in Costa Rica

Wildlife Calms The Soul In Costa Rica

Here’s the progression… you visit the southern Pacific zone of Costa Rica, you fall in love with the southern Pacific zone of Costa Rica, you eventually buy property in the southern Pacific zone of Costa Rica. But, many of you are still wondering why you should visit this tropical, Jurassic part of the world? One of the top reasons… is wildlife.

Let the Negative Outweigh the Positive, Ions That Is.

The world we live in today is streaming with Positive ions. But this saturation of positive ions due to the ever developing electronics in our homes and offices, the radiation we are exposed to on a daily basis and the chemical and pollution our bodies come in contact with, is actually not a positive thing. This abundance of positive ions contributes to an imbalance of the acid-alkaline levels within our bodies, thus contributing to free radicals which are believed to advance aging and the development of cancer.

Seller Financing Saves The Day

Costa Rica real estate is typically a cash market for foreign investors. The main reason is Costa Rican banks lend money at a significantly higher interest rate than the Prime rate, which has been cut to historically low level since January of 2009. However, you don’t have to give up the dream of owning your own piece of paradise, because there are two elements working in your favor—lower prices and seller financing.

Forget the Bottle, Drink it Straight from the Coconut!

A Superfood is defined generally as “a food considered especially nutritious or otherwise beneficial to health and well-being”. Many move to Costa Rica in hopes of doing that very thing, benefiting their health and well-being. In this day and age there are varying discussions on superfoods (Are they really super?) but it is certain, eating healthy is smart. This is one easy thing to accomplish in Costa Rica and if you are into the superfood movement, you will love it here.

Grand Opening Vista al Valle this Saturday June 29th

Located up the hill on Alto Las Palomas, Vista al Valle Santa Ana is a unique and exclusive development that represents the meaning of a relaxing and distinctive lifestyle away from the crowd but just minutes from all modern amenities in both Escazu and Santa Ana.

Hidden Costa Rica and It’s Untouched Beaches

Trip Advisor recently ranked the Travelers Choice Top 10 Beaches of Central America, Costa Rica dominated the list. The ever-popular Manuel Antonio National Park won the top spot, with lush jungle surrounding by powder sand beach. The crowd favorite Playa Samara took second place, this one being the top choice for tourists to Nicoya region. Along this same coastline, Norsara took fourth while Playa Santa Teresa took fifth place. The Guanacaste region was represented by Playa Avenllanes and Playa Conchal which took sixth and seventh, respectively. The popular surf spot of Playa Hermosa took eighth and on the Carribean side, Playa Viejo took ninth. Popular beaches aside, what if you are looking for an uncrowded and untouched beach? Can they still be found? The short answer is, yes! (or maybe Si!)