Costa Rica Investments, Real Estate & Relocation

Need any advice or information, message us. Podcast Host and Managing Director for Costa Rica Investments, Richard Bexon, gives his wrap-up on what happened in tourism, vacation rentals, and real estate in 2024 and what he believes will happen in 2025.  He talks about where he thinks the opportunity to invest in 2025 will be. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Webinar Link: https://youtu.be/s...

Need any advice or information, message us. Sarah Elena of Move to Costa Rica and I chat about how to move to Costa Rica and everything you need to know, from banking to cultural differences.  We discuss rent v buy, cost of living, and why people don't make it in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest...

Need any advice or information, message us. Residency Lawyer Cristina Guerrini updates us on immigration changes, the recent approvals of investor visas, and what you need to know about applying via this method.  She also updates us on what's happening the Nosara real estate market. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.c...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talked to Darren Enns about building sustainably in Costa Rica, which can save you money on building and maintenance in the short and long term. We also chatted about the team you need when building in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Darren Enns:...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talk to Patrick Herbert, owner and developer for Eco-Villages, about his journey in Latin America, from Nicaragua and Belize to Panama, to his next project in Costa Rica.  He explains what life is like living in a sustainable eco-development and what the starting prices are. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Con...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talked to James Reilly, a US/CR lawyer and a business owner of a property management company and climbing company in Costa Rica.  We get an update on the current state of the CR real estate market and what he thinks will happen in 2025.  James explains the challenges of starting and running a business in Costa Rica and what you need to know. Free 15 m...

Need any advice or information, message us. Alex and I chatted about everything tax-related between Costa Rica and the USA: registering your corporation, offsetting travel expenses, carrying depreciation,  1066 application for Real Estate in Costa Rica, and using your self-directed IRA to invest in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: in...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talked to David Karr about real estate in the Central Pacific of Costa Rica (Jaco, Herradura, Playa Hermosa): what's selling, what's not, and where he sees the opportunity currently. We chatted about the lack of luxury products available and where he thinks there is opportunity in the luxury market in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  h...

Need any advice or information, message us. Relocation & Living Expert/Advisor Ana Brenes chats about the current situation with Expats relocating or having a Plan B in Costa Rica.  She discusses the pros and cons of life and living in Costa Rica, plus answers questions on residency, schooling, housing and much more. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Con...

Need any advice or information, message us. Christian Arce, the owner of New Age Construction in the Southern Pacific of Costa Rica, explains how building in Costa Rica can become a nightmare and the steps you can take to avoid this. Christian also discusses the challenges of building in the Southern Zone and where he thinks the investment opportunity is in this area of the country. Free 15 min co...

Need any advice or information, message us. In this episode, we chatted about all things Caribbean with Shevonne Newton, Broker of Rise Caribe. She shared her expert take on the current investment landscape, future hotspots, and the untapped business opportunities in the region.  Shevonne also talks about life and living in Puerto Viejo and Cahuita.  Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hub...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Carmen Jimenez, Real Estate Advisor for Wunderlust Realty Group in Nosara, about what was happening in one of the most expensive markets in Costa Rica. We discussed price settling, what is up and coming, and where we should invest over the next 5-10 years. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact u...

Need any advice or information, message us. Scott Oliver, a former 30-year resident of Costa Rica who now helps people move and invest in Guatemala, talks to me about the main differences between Costa Rica and Guatemala and how not to lose your shirt (camisa) when investing or buying Real Estate in Costa Rica. He's seen various ways people have been taken advantage of and explains how not to...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Cristina Guerrini, a Residency Specialist with Bluezone Legal, about the current immigration situation and the issues that investor residency applications are having.  Cristina also updates us on what is happening in the Nosara Real Estate market.  Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Cristian Roberts, President at PRIME and Manager Partner at CREO Capital, about what is currently happening in the Costa Rican investment Market, why foreign direct investment continues to increase, and where he would invest in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcos...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Larry Graziano, partner at Coldwell Banker Costa Rica, about current market conditions, where to invest for the next five years in Costa Rica, and how to develop sustainably in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Larry Graziano: larry@cb...

Need any advice or information, message us. Dan Williams, Real Estate Agent Coach and Realtor for Coldwell Banker in Tamarindo, and I discuss what's happening in one of Costa Rica's most popular and active markets.  We talk about what prices are doing and where the opportunity still lies in Costa Rica Real Estate.  We chat about the differences of living in Costa Rica & Mexico: costs...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Johnny Umana from Green Healthcare CR about healthcare in Costa Rica, both private and public.  We discuss how it works, the costs for residents and foreigners and the best way to use it.  We also talked about residential care and its costs in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Jake Alexander, an investment specialist and long-term CR resident, about his advice for anyone looking to make an investment in Costa Rica.  He explains the biggest mistakes he's made, the worst investments, and where he sees opportunity in Costa Rica in the future. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crc...

Need any advice or information, message us. Gabriel Saragovia, the visionary behind Rio Perdido Hotel, discusses the current status of hospitality in Costa Rica, the evolution of wellness and where he thinks wellness will develop in Costa Rica over the coming years. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Gabrie...

Need any advice or information, message us. Pablo Arias and I chat about all things shipping and Latin America: how it works, expectations, taxes, and when and when not to ship goods. We also discuss the differences between the countries, the cost of living, and which country is best for what type of person. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Shannon, owner of Pura Villas in the southern areas of Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal, about her advice for investors looking to purchase a vacation rental in Costa Rica. She explained the perfect design of a home and the amenities and services that make the difference in rental returns. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot....

Need any advice or information, message us. We get a market update on what is happening in the Central Pacific markets of Jaco, Herradura, and Playa Hermosa. We discuss the vast number of new properties hitting the market and the impact this will have on pricing and rental returns. Travis gives us his viewpoint on what shocks people when they first move to Costa Rica based on his first nine months...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Cynthia Deslauriers, Real Estate Advisor for Engels & Volkers in Guanacaste, about what buyer agents are in Costa Rica, how to choose one, and questions to ask a potential buyers rep.  Cynthia also tells us about the developing beach towns in the area and where she would invest for a 5-year return and then a 10-year return. Free 15 mi...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talked to Dawn Lane of Bluewater Properties, the head of the Omni MLS being implemented in Costa Rica, about Costa Rica's MLS adoption, the benefits it will bring, and how we hope it will help investors and people buying Real Estate in Costa Rica.  We also chat about what it takes to work in real Estate and where she would invest in Costa Rica wi...