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Living in Costa Rica - Enjoy a simple lifestyle in Sierpe.
Chelsea Carlsson
Living in Costa Rica - Enjoy a simple lifestyle in Sierpe. Leave behind the constant feeling that there's not enough time. Leave behind the set of values that encourage us to relentlessly seek a higher social status. . . . Keep reading
Golf, Surf, Beautiful Sunsets - You can have it ALL!
Costa Rica Realtor - Lisle Head
Golf, Surf, Beautiful Sunsets - You can have it ALL! One of the hidden secrets in the region is Playa Bejuco, located between Jaco and Manuel Antonio. Even though the beach has won Costa Rica's prestigious Blue Flag Award, little seem to have discovered this pristine beach. That might soon be changing with the start of a new project just steps from the beach. . . . Keep reading
Medical Emergency Air Evacuation - Happy ending
VIP Member Christina Orr - September 2008
Dr. Loyola runs a first-class, state-of-the-art, air-medicial international transport service. He and his staff are very sensitive, informative, accommodating, and very, very professional. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Real Estate - Foreigners OK To Buy with FREE online video interview.
Attorney Roger Petersen
Costa Rica Real Estate - Foreigners OK To Buy with FREE online video interview. A purchaser is well advised to retain the services of a qualified and reputable real estate agent, to advise on the purchase, and the services of a lawyer, specializing in real estate conveyancing, to complete any purchase transaction. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Investor's Dream Property - 93 titled acres for only US$399,000
Chelsea Carlsson
Costa Rica Investor's Dream Property - 93 titled acres for only US$399,000 The property is made up of lush, green forest, primary rain forest, fruit trees and several streams. 360° views give you ocean views from one side while the other looks out over the fertile valley filled with rivers. . . . Keep reading
Free Spanish Lesson #8 - The "Tacaño" Hand Gesture
Dave Clark
Free Spanish Lesson #8 - The "Tacaño" Hand Gesture The Spanish word "tacaño" means "tightwad" or "cheapskate". This is one of my favorite gestures used in the Spanish language. Maybe it's because I grew up in a financially tight home and I can easily relate to it. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Legal Guide - On sale for US$34.95 including shipping. FREE online video interview.
Scott Oliver - Updated October 2008
Costa Rica Legal Guide - On sale for US$34.95 including shipping. FREE online video interview. The Legal Guide to Costa Rica provides the answers to most of the questions you will have about real estate, living and doing business in Costa Rica allowing you to make sensible and informed decisions. . . . Keep reading
A Dog and Two Cats
VIP Member Ken Beedle - 1st September 2008
A Dog and Two Cats When Silvia's mother called me for lunch she pointed to the garage. Sasha was sitting on top of the car as if waiting for me to take him back to Yakima. Nothing against Yakima but "fat chance". . . . Keep reading
Santa Ana Executive Luxury Rental Apartment - Fully furnished
Santa Ana Executive Luxury Rental Apartment - Fully furnished If you are looking for a luxurious, fully furnished executive type rental apartment in a very convenient location for one week, one month or even one year then you've found the right page. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Shipping: The pros and cons to shipping a container
Costa Rica Realtor - David Treadway
Costa Rica Shipping: The pros and cons to shipping a container From all of the stories we have heard personally, the horror stories far out weigh the pleasant ones. That is not to say there are not those that had a wonderful experience and recommend it to everyone they talk to. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Realtors Most Recommended - Lisle Head in Jaco with two FREE video interviews.
Costa Rica Realtor & Broker Owner Lisle Head
Costa Rica Realtors Most Recommended - Lisle Head in Jaco with two FREE video interviews. Coldwell Banker offices in the country can guide you with confidence to your dream investment in Costa Rica. We provide clients interested in Costa Rican real estate with the resources they need to insure that the process of investing in or purchasing land or a home runs as smoothly as it would in their home country. . . . Keep reading
The Financial Hurricane Hits Home - Our family's new "Declaration of Financial Independence."
Scott Oliver - September 2008
The Financial Hurricane Hits Home - Our family's new "Declaration of Financial Independence." With the proposed bailout, we have every right to be angry about what's going on and rest assured that you are alone feeling that way. Although the 'popular' media has not shown any, there have been protests against the bailout. . . . Keep reading
Financial Crisis Causing More Americans to Consider Living Abroad
Costa Rica Realtor Jeff Hickcox - September 2008
Financial Crisis Causing More Americans to Consider Living Abroad Liberals, conservatives, and independents alike have expressed panic and distrust in regards to the financial crisis and any possible government bailout. Some people have strong opinions about the situation, some are growing more cynical by the day, while others are just angry and confused. . . . Keep reading
Coffee Farms For Sale - VIP Member Ken Pollinger visits a coffee farm...
VIP Member - Kenneth Pollinger. September 2008
Coffee Farms For Sale - VIP Member Ken Pollinger visits a coffee farm... "... he not only showed me around but also had great ideas for improvements - constantly expanding my vision. He even had me meet the present owner and we had about an hour's conversation about the property and the surrounding villages and their life style." . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica To Invest One Billion Dollars in Infrastructure and Amazon.com starts operations...
Scott Oiver - Updated September 2008
Costa Rica To Invest One Billion Dollars in Infrastructure and Amazon.com starts operations... What was not announced today is that international investors are seeing this news as a huge vote vote of confidence in the future of Costa Rica... . . . Keep reading
Security in Latin America - The Monroe Doctrine: Circling the Drain
Sam Logan - September 2008
Security in Latin America - The Monroe Doctrine: Circling the Drain In the last eight years, Washington's backyard has become littered with a number of interests that range from hostile to indifferent towards the United States. . . . Keep reading
Free Spanish Lesson #7 - Now or Right Now!
Dave Clark
Free Spanish Lesson #7 - Now or Right Now! In Spanish the word for "now" is "ahora". It is pronounced "ah - or - a". Let's say you are conversing at work with a Spanish speaking person and you tell them about something that needs to be done "ahora". . . . Keep reading
The Booby-Trapped Economy
VIP Member - Hal O'Boyle
The Booby-Trapped Economy Every one is a time bomb whose clock is ticking from the start. In designing these bombs, the long delay between the set-up and the blow-up isn't a bug, as they say in the software business, it's a feature. When they finally blow, the solution is always the same: more government oversight, regulation, and taxpayer sacrifice. That's a design feature too. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Home Decoration Show - October 24th-26th 2008
Costa Rica Home Decoration Show - October 24th-26th 2008 The best and the biggest brands in interior design, decoration and furniture will be present as well as some of the most recognized architects, engineers, builders and developers. . . . Keep reading
International Guitar Festival
Scott Oliver - September 2008
International Guitar Festival It's been about 33 years since Geraldine, a beautiful, athletic, young teenager with long flowing blond hair bought me an album with a recording Ravel's Boléro... . . . Keep reading
Escazu Luxury Home For Sale By Owner - $425K motivated seller will pay for home inspection.
VIP Member Bryan
Escazu Luxury Home For Sale By Owner - $425K motivated seller will pay for home inspection. The development was built by Cuervo y Hijos of Colombia, and the architect, Alfonso Suarez built the house to the highest international standards and finishing. A professional decorator picked out most of the existing furniture. . . . Keep reading
Living in Costa Rica ... Again - Ken Beedle returns to Costa Rica, the country he fell in love with and delights us with his travels throughout the country.
Ken Beedle - 25th August 2008
Living in Costa Rica ... Again - Ken Beedle returns to Costa Rica, the country he fell in love with and delights us with his travels throughout the country. A few weeks ago I asked Silvia if she knew what Murphy's Law was. She gave me a strange look. Of course, she knew! Men from Mars know that what can go wrong will go wrong. Why else would they have a Red Planet? . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Realtors Most Recommended - Martin Gill in Manuel Antonio with FREE online video interviews.
Scott Oliver - Updated September 2008
Costa Rica Realtors Most Recommended - Martin Gill in Manuel Antonio with FREE online video interviews. Martin has been involved with Costa Rica real estate since 2001 and has attended the Costa Rica Real Estate Broker's course. As a professional Realtor, Martin specializes in real estate investments with good cash flow, development properties, hotels, homes and condos in the area from Jaco/Herradura south to Ojochal. In the past twelve months he has sold 16 properties. . . . Keep reading
FIRE SALE! MAKE AN OFFER! 1.5 Acres Costa Rica Commercial Zoned Beachfront Land For Sale - Your own boat launch for US$450,000 or best offer. Sell MUST sell!
Costa Rica Realtor Martin Gill - South Pacific
FIRE SALE! MAKE AN OFFER! 1.5 Acres Costa Rica Commercial Zoned Beachfront Land For Sale - Your own boat launch for US$450,000 or best offer. Sell MUST sell! This is the first FIRE SALE ever to appear on this website and this Palo Seco Paradise is 6,070 square meters (1.5 acres) lot must be sold - located on the exclusive southern section of up and coming Isla Palo Seco. Zoned for commercial use. MAKE AN OFFER! . . . Keep reading
Cattle Farm For Sale - Finca Valle de San Juan 127.1 hectares (314 acres) for US$2.5 million
Costa Rica Realtor - Victor Guerrero in San Isidro
Cattle Farm For Sale - Finca Valle de San Juan 127.1 hectares (314 acres) for US$2.5 million This area has real Costa Rican country living, but close to the beach. Ideal for the person that enjoys a cooler climate, but wants quick access to the beach. . . . Keep reading
Coffee Farm For Sale - Villa Argentina 13 acres for only US$240K
Costa Rica Realtor - Victor Guerrero in San Isidro
Coffee Farm For Sale - Villa Argentina 13 acres for only US$240K 90% planted perfectly healthy high quality summer harvest coffee in full production. On the property there is a humble 1,200 sq ft, three bedroom, one bathroom Costa Rican home that has been fairly well cared for ... . . . Keep reading
New American Built Custom Home in San Isidro For Sale
Costa Rica Realtor - Victor Guerrero in San Isidro
New American Built Custom Home in San Isidro For Sale Built with the latest techniques and the highest quality standards by U.S. owner/builder, with 15 years of experience in Costa Rica. The home features a custom kitchen, master bedroom with in suite bath and walk in closet, covered parking for ... . . . Keep reading
Strange Advertisement - What does it mean?
Strange Advertisement - What does it mean? "I would have thunk that these bad boys have never come across really scary guys or they would have had their brains blown out already but doesn't this sound like 'Hire a Hitman" to you?" . . . Keep reading
8 Lifesaving Secrets Ex-Pats Must Know About Before Purchasing Private Global Medical Insurance... And yes! John McGee is my insurance expert.
Insurance Expert - John McGee
8 Lifesaving Secrets Ex-Pats Must Know About Before Purchasing Private Global Medical Insurance... And yes! John McGee is my insurance expert. For most expatriates, purchasing a quality global medical insurance policy for you and your family can be quite intimidating and confusing..., while others may view it as a non-event, because they see it as an unnecessary added expense. . . . Keep reading
Free Spanish Lesson #5 - How to Instantly Learn Hundreds of Spanish Words!
Dave Clark
Free Spanish Lesson #5 - How to Instantly Learn Hundreds of Spanish Words! Many English speakers mistakenly think you can just add the letter "o" to English words and they'll instantly become Spanish. Although this does work once in a blue moon, more often than not it doesn't work at all ... . . . Keep reading
Free Spanish Lesson #4 - How to Greet People
Dave Clark
Free Spanish Lesson #4 - How to Greet People Some cultures wave, some shake hands, others kiss once, some cultures kiss multiple times, and others even give "high fives". With Spanish speakers, the way people greet each other can vary region to region. Understanding and being prepared for a few general situations will help make you more comfortable. . . . Keep reading
Dreaming of Christmas in Costa Rica?
Casey Halloran
Dreaming of Christmas in Costa Rica? The holidays are one of the most popular times to travel to Costa Rica and reservations need to be made well in advance. Here at Costa Rican Vacations, we only have 20 rooms left to offer, so act soon before they're all gone! . . . Keep reading
Escazu Luxury Condo Apartment - One remaining for sale and owner will pay for the first year's maintenance.
Scott Oliver - September 2008
Escazu Luxury Condo Apartment - One remaining for sale and owner will pay for the first year's maintenance. With a large lazy river pool and sundeck, luxurious club house and BBQ area, panoramic terraces with exceptional views and situated only minutes from anything and everything you could need, it's a great location. . . . Keep reading
The Peculiar Crash in Precious Metals
VIP Member Hal O'Boyle
The Peculiar Crash in Precious Metals I got an email the other day asking me why, if the price of gold and silver are crashing, is it so hard to find gold and silver coins to buy for delivery. It's an excellent question. . . . Keep reading
Affordable Condos Five Minutes From The Beach at Conchal - Two bed/two bath condos starting at US$94,500
Costa Rica Realtor - Becky Clower
Affordable Condos Five Minutes From The Beach at Conchal - Two bed/two bath condos starting at US$94,500 One project in particular which we represent, Cape Sails Estates, has been selling extremely well. This very affordable project, which consists of 78, two bedroom, two bath condos of 800 square feet each, has almost sold out of Phase I with very little advertising. . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Retirement on Social Security - Advanced Retirement 101
George Lundquist - September 2008
Costa Rica Retirement on Social Security - Advanced Retirement 101 As my experience with our lives here continues, we become even more convinced that we have chosen the very best way to enjoy the time we have left. We are now 70 years old and except for a few more aches, pains and lapses of memory, living physically and mentally more comfortable than ever. . . . Keep reading
Construction Moisture Prevention - Ten expert tips
Tom Rosenberger - Costa Rica Construction Expert
Construction Moisture Prevention - Ten expert tips All exterior wall surfaces, whether manufactured laminates, plaster coatings or wood logs, need to be treated for moisture resistance, covered before application and installed in 100% dry condition. . . . Keep reading
Free Spanish Lesson #3 - ¿Habla español?
Dave Clark
Free Spanish Lesson #3 - ¿Habla español? There is a common mistake I've heard misused so many times that I wanted let you know about it so you can say it correctly. Many times a native Spanish speaker will start speaking with an English speaker in Spanish. . . . Keep reading
Living in a Jungle Treehouse? One Olive or Two?
Chelsea Carlsson
Living in a Jungle Treehouse? One Olive or Two? You no longer have to imagine a place where wi-fi meets the sounds of rushing water, hot showers are enjoyed with a view of the canopy and you can zip line to your tree top destination where a martini is waiting for you... . . . Keep reading
Ni-Fu Ni-Fa Delicatessen Is Here in Costa Rica! Paradise for steak lovers.
Scott Oliver - September 2008
Ni-Fu Ni-Fa Delicatessen Is Here in Costa Rica! Paradise for steak lovers. If you are ever in the mood for a delicious, melt-in-your mouth, butter like Argentinian styled fillet mignon or other carnivorous delights then you just gotta' visit the new Ni-Fu Ni-Fa Delicatessen on the highway at Cariari. . . . Keep reading
A Successful Real Estate Sale Begins with Evocative, Intuitive Design
Sue Reynolds - VIP Member
A Successful Real Estate Sale Begins with Evocative, Intuitive Design ALL real estate will eventually be for sale. If you are building, buying or re-designing a home in Costa Rica and think the property will never be for sale - think again. It will be sold, even if by your heirs! . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Luxury Condos in Jaco - 'Palms View' construction looking good.
Costa Rica Realtor - Lisle Head in Jaco
Costa Rica Luxury Condos in Jaco - 'Palms View' construction looking good. With the standard unit size at 2,600 square feet, the units feel more like a single family home than anything else. As the project draws near completion, the development team confidently rests assured that they have done everything necessary to complete the daunting task at hand in producing such a high standard of luxury. . . . Keep reading
Building A New Log Styled Vacation Home in the Mountains - 1,775 square feet for under $100K
Scott Oliver - September 2008
Building A New Log Styled Vacation Home in the Mountains - 1,775 square feet for under $100K The mountain home I sold earlier this year was located in one of the best coffee growing areas in Costa Rica about 60KM southwest (one hour) of San Jose, this was a 151.85M2 (1,634 square feet) Cypress log styled home which was completed in May 2006 on 4,297 square meters of land (46,240 square feet). . . . Keep reading
Dominical Real Estate For Sale - Buy land and build your own?
Costa Rica Realtor Daveed Hollander in Dominical
Dominical Real Estate For Sale - Buy land and build your own? There is the cute, little town of Matapalo that has a couple of restaurants and sodas along with an internet café. The lots in this area have nice, large ocean and mountain views that range from ½ - 8 acres in size, prices ranging from $60,000 - $150,000 . . . Keep reading
Free Spanish Lesson #2 - Embarrassed or Pregnant?
Dave Clark
Free Spanish Lesson #2 - Embarrassed or Pregnant? You can't always translate phrases directly from English to Spanish and expect to get them right or make sense. By the same token, you can't take words that sound the same in both languages and suppose that they have the same meaning. . . . Keep reading
Your Costa Rica Property Taxes May Increase - Silly prices no longer accepted with FREE online video interview.
Randall Zamora - Costa Rica Tax Expert
Your Costa Rica Property Taxes May Increase - Silly prices no longer accepted with FREE online video interview. As a result of those attorneys that had been recommending to their clients to put ridiculously low purchases prices on the deed in order to save on transferring and property taxes... . . . Keep reading
Costa Rica Homebuilder in the Central Valley - 25 years of experience with FREE online video.
Wendi Patrick & Scott Oliver
Costa Rica Homebuilder in the Central Valley - 25 years of experience with FREE online video. With more than 25 years homebuilding experience 15 of which have been in Costa Rica, construction consultant Tom Rosenberger knows the ins and outs of building and remodeling a home in Costa Rica. . . . Keep reading
Santa Clause Comes Early to Arenal Costa Rica! If these wild critters could talk they would say "muchisimas gracias" to you...
Gloria Dempsey - Zoologist. September 2008
Santa Clause Comes Early to Arenal Costa Rica! If these wild critters could talk they would say "muchisimas gracias" to you... Maybe he wasn't wearing the red fuzzy suit. And he may not even have a white fluffy beard. And, in fact, I have never seen him. But to us, here working for the benefit of suffering animals here in Arenal, Costa Rica and the surrounding areas, he is the true Santa Claus. But he didn't work alone, he has some very helpful elves. . . . Keep reading
Taxes in Costa Rica - A Quick Overview with FREE online video
Costa Rica Tax Expert - Randall Zamora
Taxes in Costa Rica - A Quick Overview with FREE online video During the last 10 years Costa Rica had received a lot of attention from multinational companies, and therefore has been chosen as the country to be due to its affordable labor cost; economical, social and political stability. . . . Keep reading
Prices For Quality Costa Rica Real Estate Remain Stable - In contrast to sensational and unsubstantiated claims made by some.
Scott Oliver - September 2008
Prices For Quality Costa Rica Real Estate Remain Stable - In contrast to sensational and unsubstantiated claims made by some. If prices are truly down by 50% please show us some facts to back that up and we will also publish them, but there are no facts to back up that statement! . . . Keep reading

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