Life in Costa Rica
As more people decide to move to Costa Rica, many of them are wondering what to do with all of the free time that they have brought into their lives. In between work, chores, and entertainment, there is still a feeling in many of us that we want to do something productive with ourselves —…
Costa Rica luxury real estate and luxury homes in Costa Rica are hot in 2022. We are currently in the season when tropical tourism slows down but interest in Costa Rica continues to grow. People are re-evaluating their lives and those who can afford it are choosing to not wait for retirement and are following…
Costa Rica real estate has always been driven by emotional buyers. There are a variety of offerings in Costa Rica that have made this a popular repeat destination for many different types of people. But in the last two years, the number of people wanting to invest in Costa Rica has increased significantly and nearly…
Not everyone can afford an ocean view property in Costa Rica. Nor does everyone value having an ocean view property. In a recent office poll, Osa Tropical Properties realtors say that their clients tend to desire privacy for their Costa Rica investment as much if not more than an ocean view as the number one…
Although it may seem counter-intuitive to some, we at Osa Tropical Properties feel that in our growing real estate market, it is important to promote regenerative real estate practices through reforestation to counter-balance our human effects. Environmental awareness and preservation have been cornerstones of Costa Rica’s development since the 1970s. Powered almost entirely by renewable…
Owning a vacation rental Airbnb in Costa Rica is an investment strategy that many of our clients are considering in 2022. But is it really a good strategy with a strong return on investment? We talked to three property managers to get the full scoop on investing in South Pacific Costa Rica’s vacation rentals market….
It is tax season here in Costa Rica and we are fielding a lot of questions from our client base and others who look to us for information (want to join our weekly newsletter to stay current on news and properties in South Pacific Costa Rica, sign up here). Annual Property Taxes In Costa Rica …
Importing a car to Costa Rica or buying a car in Costa Rica Not sure if you should import your vehicle to Costa Rica or buy a new or used one when you arrive? Here is our handy 2022 guide for all of the options to consider when importing or purchasing a vehicle in Costa…
Costa Rica is becoming a popular destination for digital nomads and tech-connected retirees looking to continue living their lives online while living in the tropics. As a result, fiber optic internet solutions are becoming more available in our South Pacific region of Costa Rica. Three years ago, one of the few high-speed internet providers available…
As much as frustrated, over-stimulated people have been leaving big cities for decades in search of fresher air and friendlier faces, 2020 was the year that really fired off the urban exodus to Costa Rica, among other rural destinations. The coronavirus pandemic had an immediate – and possibly lasting – impact on work, education, and…