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Hi Alvaro,
I will be in Playa Hermosa at the end of the week. You can get my cell number (506) from housekeeping or reception at Villas Sol. I hope to be able to meet with you and talk about security and administration responsibilities for Sol y Mar next week. I can’t post my cell number since this is a public site, but if you talk to Century 21, Zeidy, she has all my info! Talk to you soon and thanks for the response!! cw
Thank you Alvaro. While Sol y Mar was being built, I stayed at Villas Sol MANY times. I thought the management company and all the staff were great! Would you be willing to submit an application? Below is the description:
To Whom It May Concern,
Thank you for your interest in the new Administrator position at Sol y Mar in Playa
Hermosa! Sol y Mar is a twelve unit condominium complex on the beach that has recently
been completed. We are in need of an excellent Administrator who will perform the day to
day management of our property.
Please carefully review the qualifications and responsibilities identified on page 2. If you
believe that you or your company is a good fit for us, we look forward to receiving your
proposal in English including:
1. Complete demographic information such as name of business, name of owner,
address, telephone number, website, e-mail address, citizenship and / or work permit
status.
2. For individuals, work history describing your last 3 positions:
a. Job title
b. Job responsibilities
c. Length of service
d. Reason for separation
3. For property management companies:
a. How long has this business been in existence?
b. How many employees?
c. Description of how you would identify an individual in your firm for our
position.
d. Is that person currently an employee or would you need to locate such an
individual?
4. Description of why you believe you or your firm would be the best choice for this
position
5. Three professional references with detailed contact information or enclose letters
6. Charges / fees anticipated for this position
If you are an individual or a firm who has enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, and attention to
detail and you are interested in working with our Homeowner’s Association, we look
forward to your application. Thank you for your attention.
Sincerely,
Sol y Mar Homeowner’s Association Board of Directors, elect
Sol y Mar Residential Complex
JOB TITLE:
Administrator
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Administrator will be appointed by the Sol y Mar Board of Directors, and the Administrator will
be responsible to the Board for the day to day management of the Complex.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary objective of the role is to handle the administration of the Sol y Mar Residential
Complex:
• Collect assessments from owners,
• Prepare monthly account statements for the 12 units,
• Pay all common area invoices,
• Prepare monthly operating statements for review by the Board of Directors,
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements (in conjunction with the Treasurer) for review
by the Owners,
• Assist in preparing the annual budget,
• Pay invoices for individual owners (to be billed separately to the respective owners.)
The secondary objective of the role is to monitor the property and to take the necessary actions to
maintain the property in excellent condition:
• Assist with the selection and hiring of a Security provider and monitor their performance on a
regular basis.
• Assist with the selection and hiring of property management services (an individual or a
company) to take care of the common areas and swimming pool. Supervise performance of
those functions.
• Identify cleaning, maintenance and repairs required, and make arrangements to have it done.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
This position is open to an individual or a company.
• Hands-on problem solver with a “Can Do” attitude
• The expectation is that the Administrator will visit the property at least six times a week for a
quick visual inspection
• Must be fluent in English and Spanish
• Must be able to legally work in Costa Rica
• Must be neat in physical appearance
• Must possess excellent communication skills in order to work with both owners and a variety
of vendors and contractors.
• Must possess a moderate level of competence in the area of mechanical issues and basic repairs
in order to appropriately supervise same.
• Must be available bi-weekly for a conference call to update the Board of Directors on the
current status of the project.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own transport
• Must be computer literate and comfortable with the use of Microsoft Office, e-mail and the
internet. Must have access to a computer and the internet.
• Responsibilities may require an adjusted work schedule with some work during evenings,
weekends or holidays, if there is a major problem or crises.
• Must be willing to be “on call” in case of emergency situations. Must live within 20 minutes
travel time from Sol y Mar.
• Must have a plan for job coverage in the event of occasional travel or absence
COMPENSATION:
The Administrator will prepare a US Dollar quote for the Board of Directors for the services listed
above. Payment will be monthly based on an invoice received.
The candidate will submit at least three letters of reference that address such issues as reliability, work
ethic, honesty from previous job supervisors or clients.
TERM:
The initial term will be from the starting date to September 30, 2008. The arrangement may be
renewed by mutual consent, and will run for a fiscal year (October 1 to September 30).
There will be a 90 day probation period followed by evaluation by the Board of Directors. This
contract can be terminated with 30 days notice at any time, for any reason by the Board of Directors.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION PERIOD: until January 21, 2008
NOTIFICATION DATE: the successful candidate will be notified on or before January 31, 2008
STARTING DATE: no later than March 1, 2008, possibly as early at February 15, 2008.I amj trying to furnish a 2500 sq. ft. place that Valicy (Scott MacDougall) built in Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste and I’d like to be able to do so without hiring a designer. I was hoping to get names of furniture stores I could visit in or near Sarchi that have Costa Rican tropical style furniture – ones that folks who read this forum have tried and found to be reputable and perhaps cater to those who only know “Tarzan Spanish” I’m doing my Rosetta Stone lessons every night, but have a long way to go. To be more concise – an recommendations for furniture stores near San Jose or Guanacaste?
Hi Scott… this is just a request for any additional info on furniture. Definitely not a commercial post. Sorry if it sounded like one…. carol
We got to fly the first nonstop Delta flight LIR to LAX on Dec. 16 2006. They had champagne, food (unheard of at LIR), a band, all the press. It was soooo cute! Delta has continued with flights 204 and 205 nonstop once per week and I hear American may be flying that route, nonstop, soon, also. What about Taca? When do they plan to fly into LIR? Anyone know? I hope Liberia continues to feel more like a fruitstand than an international airport, but the convenience of nonstop flights is so nice.
Article published on this website:Costa Rica Cars – New or Used?
Russ Martin
“If you are considering a move to Costa Rica, one major decision you’ll have to make is about how to get around.” This article gives great info.I agree with you! In terms of buying in foreign countries, this is my first experience. I have however,been to Cabo every year, except 2, over the last two decades. Watching the growth and demand that occurred there, I feel pretty confident about CR. Our market in Southern California is really taking a HUGE hit. Foreclosures are up 40+% in just the last 8 weeks. This kind of momentum we don’t need! I’ve been selling homes, land, and businesses here since 1990 and I have to say that this scenario looks pretty scary. If all the CR money was coming from equity lines, that market is in trouble, too. The fact that the majority are cash buyers, though, means that those folks who have property will hold on to it. They aren’t able to use it as an ATM (like Californians!) and to walk away would be a very bad decision. Here, in CA, we have so many homeowners that have these no money down loans, that giving them back to the bank only costs them in credit ratings. I perceive CR as a very different market, and my logic leads me to agree that the housing market has an inverse relationship to ours in the US.
Hi! I just spoke with Barry who also ships lots of crates out of the US. He advised that if you want to ship a used auto, that upgrading from a 20’to a 40’crate would allow room for an auto and that it would only cost an additional $1000. from the LA area. He also advised that the lowest rate of tax on a reliable small 4×4, used, would be a 2004. The CRV, Rev 4, Xtera, etc. were makes he suggested for the rough roads. Barry’s email is Barry1@ice.co.cr and his phone number is 843-278-5573. I can’t recommend him because I have not yet used his services. I do plan to, though, as he is a wealth of information!
Hi John,
My co-owners and I are interested in furnishing our new Sol y Mar condos (beachfront) in Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste. Your “quiz” exactly expressed what we have been inquiring about. Did you ever get any answers to your questions? There are 12 owners and we each have 3 bedrooms and baths and large patio and living areas. If you found a place suitable for bulk purchases or that might work with us via email etc. please share!! CarolWesterman@aol.com
Yes, Scott. I agree, however, I have seen some evidence that suggests that there is a sort of peer pressure to keep Costa Rica clean and green. It would be great if that could prevail and keep the kind of development that destroys the peaceful enjoyment of CR at bay. I know that is dream, not reality. Oh well.
