Want to learn more about moving to, living in, and finding success in Costa Rica? On our real estate blog, we publish several times a month and cover a range of topics, from residency and schools to investment & development, the local lifestyle, and Costa Rica real estate.
You may have heard that there’s a new Costa Rica MLS in town. And it’s promising to change everything. You’ve likely heard the term “MLS” many times before. It stands for multiple listing service and, while its modern iteration is quite tech-forward, the term dates back more than 115 years:
When you think of incredible discoveries in Costa Rica, you most likely think a new animal or plant species… But what if we told you it’s longevity? Human longevity, specifically. Welcome to the Costa Rica blue zone. There’s something fascinating happening in Costa Rica’s northwestern region: People here live longer.
Did you know that you can take control of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement accounts to purchase Costa Rica real estate? If not, you know now! It is a truth universally acknowledged that a traveler in Costa Rica will likely be in want of a home in Costa Rica…
If you’re researching building in paradise, you should know that Costa Rica home building costs have increased. In 2023, it will be more expensive to build than it was even a year ago. There are both local and global causes for these increases. Let’s discuss. Reason #1: Increased Social Security
In Costa Rica, the holidays are one of the most joyous times of the year. Beyond the standard festivities, Christmas in Costa Rica means that the weather has finally turned – it’s sunny! all day! and we’re feeling great! – and the kids are out of school. It’s a wonderful,
Guanacaste is a get-outdoors, enjoy-the-sun, Mother-Nature kind of place. And so, it should be no surprise that one of our favorite activities is mountain biking in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. And by “our,” I mean a lot of us. Those of us who are lucky enough to live in Costa Rica
We are so grateful to be living in Costa Rica. Did you know that every year, during this season of thankfulness and giving, Blue Water Properties builds a home for a family in need? The program was once known as #aHomeForSilvia, our first home recipient, but has since grown to
Are you planning to move with pets to Costa Rica? If so, then you have lots of questions. Even more questions, if your pet weighs over 15 pounds and therefore does not qualify as an airline carry-on. The good news is that pet import to Costa Rica is fairly simple
Before 2019, there was no tax on capital gains in Costa Rica (except for property developers). On July 1 of that year, a tax was implemented – but not to the extent you might fear. There are a lot of ins and outs to the new(ish) law, but let’s start
One of the best things about living in Costa Rica, in the province of Guanacaste, and specifically, in the town of Tamarindo, is our outdoor lifestyle. From surfing and swimming to finding our favorite routes to sail and the best hikes near Tamarindo, we love to constantly discover new and
Once a sandy little fishing village, Tamarindo has grown into its reputation as a bustling coastal town and a world-renowned Costa Rica surf spot. These waves are worth it! But don’t let Tamarindo’s reputation precede it: While we undoubtedly have epic surf, that doesn’t mean that all our surf is
So, you know you want to live in Costa Rica. You’re pretty sure you want to buy property. But you’re still wondering whether you’d be better suited to building or buying a house in Costa Rica… well, this one’s for you! Hi, I’m Rebecca Clower (my friends call me Becky).
Owning a home is a keystone of wealth… both financial affluence and emotional security.
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