We chat with experts about Costa Rica Real Estate, buying a property in Costa Rica, building in Costa Rica, relocating and moving to Costa Rica, and investment experts on businesses that can work in Costa Rica. E-mail us at info@investingcostarica.com
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EP-209 Relocating to Latin America and understand shipping with Pablo Arias from International PartnerRelocation
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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://meetin…
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EP-208 Advice from a luxury property manager on owning a property in Costa Rica
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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. Fr…
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EP-207 Jaco market update and what shocks in Costa Rica with Travis Comstock
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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…
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EP - 206 How buyers agents work in Costa Rica and where to invest in the next 5- 10 years in Costa Rica
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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…
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EP - 205 Costa Rica's new MLS and what it takes to be in Real Estate in Costa Rica
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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…
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EP - 204 Build a Vacation Rental in Costa Rica for $35K - Radpads
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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/jak…
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EP-203 RELOCATION / RESIDENCY Having a Plan B that is Costa Rica with Herman Duarte
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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…
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EP-202 CONSTRUCTION How to build and construct efficiently and on time & budget in Costa Rica
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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…
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EP - 201 Where one of the countries top brokers, Scott Cutter would in invest in Costa Rica
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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/j…
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EP -200 POLITICS / INVESTING Former Tourism Minister and CEO of Travel Company gives us his viewpoint on investing on Costa Rica
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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.c…
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EP-199 REAL ESTATE What's happening in of Costa Rica's top investment / real estate market - Santa Teresa?
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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 Consu…
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EP-198 INVESTING/ REAL ESTATE What's hot and not in Costa Rica investing in 2024
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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@in…
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EP-197 INVESTING / REAL ESTATE Market Update and what 2024 holds for investors in Costa Rica with Dan Chaput
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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 C…
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EP-196 INVESTING / REAL ESTATE Investing in Costa Rica and it's impact on communities
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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: …
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EP-195 REAL ESTATE Community based Real Estate & Development in Dominicalito with Spicy Life Pepe Lopez
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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/…
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EP-194 INVESTING / REAL ESTATE: Building and flipping in Costa Rica, what you need to know with Adam Wood
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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://m…
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EP-193 INVESTING / REAL ESTATE: One of the country's fastest growing Occupancy & ADR markets: Arenal
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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.hub…
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EP-192 RELOCATION: Costa Rica Relocation: Long term rentals, buying a car and how to live in Costa Rica
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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 Consultat…
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EP-191 INVESTING / REAL ESTATE Costa Rica Beach towns to invest in over the next 5-10 years with Andres Murrillo
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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 consu…
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EP-190 CONSTRUCTION / TOURISM Part 2: Building and operating a Costa Rica Retreat Lodge in Guanacaste.
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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@investingcosta…
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EP-189 POLITICS: Understanding Costa Rican politics and it's impact on investing in Costa Rica with former Congressman Otto Guevara
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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/jake80…
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EP-188 REAL ESTATE / CULTURE: Costa Rican Culture, Living and investing in Costa Rica with Rock Patterson
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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@investi…
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Ep 187 CONSTRUCTION: Quicker construction in Costa Rica with Steel - Bildtek
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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 consu…
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EP 186 - Tax between Costa Rica and the US for US Investors with US CPA Alex McGowin
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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 ensuri…
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EP-185 Understanding water, wells and ASADA's in Costa Rica with Jerry Werth
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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.hubsp…
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EP-184 Legal Advice when buying Real Estate in Costa Rica from a lawyer.
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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. …
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EP-183 Relocating to Costa Rica: what you need to know with relocation specialist Ana Brenes Taylor
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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…
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EP-182 How to advertise online in Costa Rica: Hospitality, Tourism & Real Estate
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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 adve…
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EP-181 Interior Design: how house design can increase your vacation rental income in Costa Rica with Sarahy Flores
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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…
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EP-180 Central Pacific Costa Rica 2024 Outlook and what happened in 2023 with David Karr
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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: da…
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EP-179 Advice from someone who just built and developed a vacation rental in Costa Rica
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Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Alex Albert of Albert Investments about his adventure in finding land, designing and building a home, and then running it as a vacation rental. Alex explains his story, why he chose Hacienda Pinilla and his advice on doing it right in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Gue…
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EP-178 Is Playa Grande still a hot investment beach market in Costa Rica?
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Need any advice or information, message us. We get an update on the developing beach town of Playa Grande from Richie Velasquez of Playa Grande Real Estate. We chat about what happened, what is happening and where Playa Grande is going in 2024. Richie gives his input on where he'd invest $500K in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com …
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EP-177 Investing in Costa Rica's #1 visited tourist destination - Manuel Antonio
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Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Sara Gomez, 25-year resident of Manuel Antonio who for 18 years ran one of the area's top hotels, has her own Adventure Tour Company and helps people invest in Manuel Antonio. Sara explained to us what the market is currently doing in this area, why the area has such high occupancy and where …
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EP-176 Community and Wellness in Costa Rica with Alana Ortiz
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Need any advice or information, message us. Alan Ortriz explains life in Costa Rica: the pros, cons and the things that are just different. We also discuss yoga, wellness retreats, and Alana's future goals in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guests: Alan Ortriz: alanagraceo@gmail.com…
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EP-175 Building and construction in Costa Rica with Belong Costa Rica's Director of Projects
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Need any advice or information, message us. We receive valuable guidance and insights from Erick Corrales, the Director of Projects at Belong Costa Rica, on construction and building practices in Costa Rica. He provides advice on optimizing your construction, strategic budget allocation, project bidding, choosing the right contracts, and various ot…
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EP-174 New Beachfront Development near Jaco with Maria Jimenez
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Need any advice or information, message us. We chat about the Central Pacific's newest beachfront development, Mistico, near Jaco and Playa Hermosa. Maria Jiminez from 2 Cost Rica Real Estate and I talk about the main beach towns, what's happening in each and where value can still be had in the Central Pacific. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.c…
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EP-173 Where Interior Designers think you should invest in a vacation rental in Costa Rica (House Layout and Location)
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Need any advice or information, message us. Today, we talk with Maria and Kris from MARE Design about their experience designing homes all over Costa Rica, where they believe you should invest your $$ in designing a Costa Rica Vacation Rental and the locations they would invest in for the next 5 years. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guests…
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EP - 172 Investing in Costa Rica with Data, Real Estate and Investment Expert Cristian Roberts
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Need any advice or information, message us. Cristian Roberts, President of PRIME Investments and Managing Partner at CREO Capital, discusses the factors influencing investments in Costa Rica, covering both broad and specific aspects. He also shares insights on his preferred investment areas in the country. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Gu…
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EP -171 Over 40 yrs of advice when investing in Costa Rica and especially farms and hotels.
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Need any advice or information, message us. Peter Van Hussen, 40-year resident of Costa Rica chats to us about what's currently happening in Costa Rica, his experience owning and helping people buy hotels, plus permaculture farms. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Peter Van Hussen: peter@ecorealtorscr.com…
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EP-170 Moving your family to Costa Rica and developing a Ananda Retreat Lodge Part 1.
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Need any advice or information, message us. Kim and Jason Ocana, originally from FL, moved to Costa Rica with their two children to make Costa Rica home and develop a unique retreat lodge in Playa Grande. We chat about their experiences and advice on moving and building in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guests today: Ananda Lod…
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EP-169 Living, working and following your passion in Costa Rica with Jake Alexander
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Need any advice or information, message us. Long-time resident and entrepreneur Jake Alexander discusses his experience working, living and investing in Costa Rica. We chat about the challenges he had, his advice to anyone looking to live or invest in Costa Rica plus his experience building. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest: https://ww…
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EP-168 Advice on owning and operating a hotel in Costa Rica with expert hospitality consultant Marco Thomas
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Need any advice or information, message us. Marco Thomas, Hospitality Consultant and I chat about owning, operating and investing in a Costa Rica Hotel. Marco gives his advice to any would-be hoteliers as we discuss where he would be investing in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Marco Thomas: info@encounterhospitalit…
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EP-167 Investing in Costa Rica v Mexico & the US + How Escrow works in Costa Rica
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Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Frank Busch, Managing Partner and Founder of TLA Escrow, which operates throughout the US and Latin America, about what he sees happening in the market and how it compares to Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: TLA Escrow: https://tlaservices.com/…
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EP-166 Designing a home in Costa Rica's tropical climate - things to consider
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Need any advice or information, message us. Everything in Costa Rica is intensified, from the rain to the sun to the wind. Therefore, when designing a home in Costa Rica, Architects must understand the context in which they are designing. We chatted with Juan Diego Cardenas about his advice and experience when designing a home in Costa Rica. Contac…
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EP-165 Generating 20%+ Rental Returns in Costa Rica with Xenia Geneva
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Need any advice or information, message us. We chatted with Xenia Geneva Oliver about her journey in being the 2nd vacation rental in la Fortuna Arenal on Airbnb and generating over 20%+ returns. She explains how she did it, what she's working on and what advice she has for people looking to do the same. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Gues…
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EP-164 The impact the Flamingo Marina has had on Real Estate in Guanacaste with Morgan Osborne
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Need any advice or information, message us. With the opening of the Flamingo Marina over one year ago, Morgan Osbourne, head of Sales and marketing for the Marina and Sales Associate for Christie's International, and I talk about its impact on Real Estate. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest: Morgan Osbourne: osbornemncr@gmail.com…
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EP 163 - Tourism and Real Estate: where they meet in Costa Rica with Richard Bexon & Casey Halloran (CEO of Namu Travel Group)
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Need any advice or information, message us. Podcast Host Richard Bexon and Casey Halloran, 25 yrs in Costa Rica and CEO of Central America's most prominent luxury travel company, chat about where Tourism meets Real Estate in Costa Rica and what you should know about the market in Costa Rica. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com…
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EP-162 Understanding financing in Costa Rica: Loan Process, Costs and timelines with Gabriel Guillemette
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Need any advice or information, message us. Every year, financing options and the process become more plentiful and easier. Nonetheless, Gabriel and I delve into the intricacies of securing a loan in Costa Rica, exploring aspects like interest rates, property valuations, and the essential insights into financing within the country. Contact us: info…
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EP-161 Where is Guanacaste Real Estate going in the next 12-18 months with Jill Reed
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Need any advice or information, message us. Jill Reed, Real Estate Advisor and Content Creator gives us her opinion on what is happening in Guanacaste Real Estate, where she thinks it will go in 12-18 months, and where she believes value still exists. Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today: Jill Reed: jillureed@pm.me Dalton Group: http…
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EP-160 Understanding one of Costa Rica's most expensive Real Estate Market, Nosara with Brandon Richardson
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Need any advice or information, message us. How did Nosara, Costa Rica, become one of the most expensive places to own Real Estate in Costa Rica? We chatted with Brandon Richardson of Sotheby's International Realty - Wanderlust Group about Nosara's history and where the value in surrounding areas remains. Plus, Brandon gives us his advice on invest…
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