Costa Rica Investments, Real Estate & Relocation

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Anthony Lewis of Radpad about how his building system allows you to have a vacation rental on your property for as little as $35K in Costa Rica. We also discussed the differences between building and investing in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica...

Need any advice or information, message us. Herman Duarte, Lawyer and owner of Simple Legal Consulting and Plan B Costa Rica, talks to us about why Costa Rica is a great place to have as a Plan B, especially as there is so much uncertainty in today's world.  He describes the residency options available, how to get citizenship, and why Costa Rica has become a mecca for people who want a backup...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Juan Zuñiga, head Engineer and site manager for Eje Construction, about the different types of construction in Costa Rica and how to build efficiently and on budget.  Juan talks about the current construction costs and things you can do to value engineering your project to your budget. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/j...

Need any advice or information, message us. Scott Cutter, Co-owner of 2 Costa Rica Real Estate, one of the country's most prominent brokerages, chats with us about what is happening in the market, where the opportunity lies, and where he would invest his money over the next 5-10 years in Costa Rica. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingco...

Need any advice or information, message us. A Former Costa Rica Tourism Minister who steered CR through the Pandemic and is now the CEO of Travel Company Memorable Costa Rica, Gustavo Segura,  chats with us about why Costa Rica is a great place to invest and explains what makes this country unique. Free 15min Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingco...

Need any advice or information, message us. Andrea Bissinger, resident, real estate law specialist, and realtor in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, gives us the reality of what is happening in the Santa Teresa market in Costa Rica, one of the country's fastest-growing markets.  She also tells us about where she still thinks the opportunity lies. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake80...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talked to Jake Alexander, an Investment Specialist with Costa Rica Investments, about the market's current state, what he thinks will happen in 2024, and where he sees opportunities going forward in Costa Rica. Free 15 min Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact Us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest Jake Alexander: ja...

Need any advice or information, message us. Dan Chaput of Costa Private Loans updates us on what he sees happening in the investment and real estate market here in Costa Rica.  He describes why the market is contracting, and we discuss where we think the opportunity will be in 2024. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest toda...

Need any advice or information, message us. Today, we chat with Maria Marta Alfaro, Board Member of the Playa Hermosa Development Association and Real Estate Advisor for Pacific Coast Real Estate.  We talk about the impact investing has on communities and where she believes the opportunity lies in investing in Costa Rica. Free Consultation: E-mail: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: https://...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Pepe Lopez from Spicy Life Real Estate and Spicy Life Hot Sauce about his work in investing in and developing the Dominicalito community sustainably.   Pepe also gave us a great response about where he would invest $500K in Costa Rica.  Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult E-mail: info@investingcostarica.com G...

Need any advice or information, message us. Adam Wood, serial real estate builder and flipper, explains his journey of building and selling in Costa Rica and the mistakes he's made and advice for others looking to invest in real estate in Costa Rica.  Adam also explains why he's bringing up a family in Uvita, Costa Rica. Free Consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult...

Need any advice or information, message us. Lester Ruiz, a Broker for Moon Properties in Arenal, and I chat about what's happening there, the opportunities available, and what to look out for when investing in this area.  Lester tells us about his investments in vacation rentals and the returns you can expect. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Guest today: Lest...

Need any advice or information, message us. If you are looking to move to Costa Rica, understanding the best way to find a long-term rental, buy/rent a car and how to move here with or without residency is vital.  We talk to Ana Brenes, Relocation and Investment Specialist at Costa Rica Investments, about her experiences with clients. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsu...

Need any advice or information, message us. What beach towns are developing in Costa Rica that could become the next investment place?  Andres Murillo of 2 Costa Rica Real Estate and I discussed the developing beach towns in Guanacaste and where he would invest in the next 5-10 years. Contact us: E-mail: info@investingcostarica.com Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crc...

Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Kim and Jason Ocana, who are developing the Ananda Retreat Lodge in Playa Grande, Guanacaste, about their experiences so far in the construction and operational set-up of their retreat lodge. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/webconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Website: www.investingcostarica.com Guest...

Need any advice or information, message us. When investing in Costa Rica, it's always good to understand what makes it such a unique and stable place to invest. Otto Guevara Guth, former congressman and three-time Presidential candidate, chats with me about politics and investing in Costa Rica. Free Consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/webconsult Contact us: info@investingcostar...

Need any advice or information, message us. Rock Patterson, Partner of In Love with Costa Rica, and I chat about Costa Rican Culture, what makes Costa Rica a fantastic place to live and invest, and mistakes that many people make when investing here. Free 15-minute consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Rock Patterson: rock@...

Need any advice or information, message us. Andrews Osbourne and I chatted about the benefit of building steel structures in Costa Rica, how it reduces cost and improves speed and his advice on building in this country.  Andres also tells us about where he, as a Tico, loves to visit and where he would invest $500K in Costa Rica. Free 15-minute consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crc...

Need any advice or information, message us. USA CPA Alex McGowin delves into the intricacies of investing in real estate and running businesses in Costa Rica as a US investor. With expert insights, he guides us through the implications and necessary filings while providing invaluable advice on structuring purchases, leveraging tax codes, and ensuring compliance. Free 15-minute consultation: https:...

Need any advice or information, message us. Water is key in Costa Rica to building and developing; without it, you won't get building permits.  We chatted with Jerry Werth of Pura Vida Drilling about the rules and regulations, what you can and cannot do and what ASADA's are the functions they play. Free 15-minute consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: in...

Need any advice or information, message us. Paola Retana, Real Estate Lawyer for Legalshe, and I chat about where transactions go wrong in Costa Rica, questions you need to ask your lawyer and advice she has for anyone buying Real Estate in Costa Rica.  Paola also gives us her opinion on what differentiates a good from a great lawyer in Costa Rica. Free 15-minute consultation: https://meetings.hub...

Need any advice or information, message us. Are you thinking about making the move permanently or part-time to Costa Rica?  Ana Brenes Taylor, Costa Rica Relocation Specialist, and I chat about things you must understand and consider when moving to Costa Rica.  This episode discusses culture, housing, schooling, health care, and much more. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Ana B...

Need any advice or information, message us. Jelena Radic from K-Lab Costa Rica and I chat about all things online marketing in Costa Rica, focusing on tourism and real estate.   She tells us about mistakes that people commonly make, the power of Online Travel Agencies in Costa Rica and how to get started and have an impact in the world of online advertising. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com...

Need any advice or information, message us. We talk to interior designer Sarah Flores about her experience designing layouts and interiors in homes from New York City to Guanacaste, Costa Rica.   She tells us about mistakes that a lot of architects make and how interior design can be used to increase your vacation rental income in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Sa...

Need any advice or information, message us. We look at what happened in 2023 in the Central Pacific markets of Costa Rica (Jaco, Manuel Antonio, Playa Hermosa, etc).  Then, we discuss what's planned for 2024 and what David believes 2024 will look like for investment and real estate. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: David Karr: davidkarrcostarica@gmail.com