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David,
Thanks for your insights into ICE/cellphones. I was wondering about the cellphone issues myself. I’m glad we have a Ltda., which will make activation easier.maravilla,
Sorry to hear about the criminal activity upon yourself and your home. We just bought property in Guancaste, my wife and I have been back-and-forth about the bars and metal sliders for eight of our sliding glass doors. Even though we live in a gated community with 24/7 armed guard, we decided to get the bars. Our next project will be a hard-wired home alarm system. We will be bringing our dog and plan on acquiring another once in CR, for companionship and security. Your idea for a sign, is really not such a bad idea, in my opinion, with the right verbage. For example, I had a couple of signs made for my townhouse here in Philadelphia, which read ” Welcome to the home of the Colt .45s and the combat crazed veteran homeowner.” I do not know if my sign worked or not, however, after twenty years of living in Philadelphia, our home has not been broken into. I am attempting to minamize the potential for a home invasion as much as possible, both here in the U.S. and in CR. Even paradise has its flaws!As a former rider myself, I would advise riding a bike in CR with extreme caution, if, not at all. CR roads have many challenges, not to mention car/truck drivers; to say the least. Like yourself, there is nothing like biking, while feeling the wind and the sun in beautiful CR; however, I do not; and would not ride in CR. Consider riding in CR very seriously. If you have ever taken a major spill, you know what I mean! I will now stick to a four wheel drive vehicle. Take a look at some of the CR police dirt bikes in the areas you will be in, you may even get lucky in meeting them at a check-point; it will tell you what conditions the cop and the bike have to endure.
Very informative information. Pursuant to our recent property purchase, the information provided helps me to calculate our potential power usage and costs. Another member mentioned the costs for power would be rising soon, any ideas how much? Would anyone else recommend the two meter system previously mentioned by another member?
I have a similiar predeposit of my monthly VA disability compensation. I suspect the holiday played a factor, in terms of Treasury processing deposits.
On my many travels to CR since 1985, I acknowledge, CR does have a petty crime issue, understandably, considering tico/tica incomes; and the influx of others from the surrounding countries. Here in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, there are three or four murders, a day. Philadelphia also has the nations lowest conviction rate, for murder; only one in five is convicted. I obtained a concealed carry permit, and carry a concealed .45, just to survive going to work and back home each day. It is a relief to come to CR and not carry a .45 out the door. In comparison to my current U.S. residence and CR, I think I would rather live with the petty theft. As a seasoned three time combat vet, I feel and see the fear in everyones eyes, each day. My son, currently on duty in Iraq, is safer that I am in a major U.S. city. You can survive petty theft, you cannot always survive lead poisioning from a firearm.
sammysdream,
Could you elaberate on your driving experience to CR. Many of us, myself included, are/have considered doing the same.Costaricafinca,
Thanks for your input. I am cautious by nature when it comes to the stock market and properties. My friend in CR, and also a business owner in CR; formerly owned a series of construction companies in the U.S., basically he told me the property deal was so good, if I did not buy it, he would. I practice the following with caution and research, “Buy when others are selling; sell when others are buying.” Take care.Versatile,
I had my U.S. accountant run the numbers before I purchased, in my case it was 20%. Also in my case, the seller was in a divorce situation. At these current CR home prices, I may buy more investment properties. I could not have bought a beachfront home in Florida or California, at the price I bought my CR home.I would be inclined to agree with the article and the author. In October of this year, we made an offer for a four year old, two story, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,500 sq. foot beachfront property, 20% below the asking price. The seller accepted the offer without hesitatation. There were smaller ranch style homes in our gated community, that had an asking price of $313,000.
Having traveled and lived around the world, like many other expats; our quality of life is very important to us. Most americans have every modern device and first-class technology within daily use or have click and sent ability, from checking to ordering junk on the internet. Yet, americans merely exist, work, home, work, home and pay the bills; and are only one pay check away from bankruptcy. I chose a pura vida life in CR, for a longer stress free life, away form the constant negative american political dog-and-pony show, high crime rates, rising taxes, corrupt officials at the Federal and State level,and away from the cold and indifferent people residing here in New England. Moving and living in CR, is a no-brainer; if you enjoy nature, fresh air and healthier foods. Americans will be in store for another change, in the next ten to fifteen years; when the current minority will become the majority; and when the current majority becomes the minority. Each individual must decide for themselves whether they want to live, exist or just survive. I know of veterans who are living simple lives in the jungles of southeast asia and in the woods of southeast, New Jersey.
2BNCR,
Very well said, right on point. I have always believed: knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom; mastering others is strength and mastering yourself is true power.Some of our fellow members have referenced the Constitution and The Bill Of Rights; for all intent and purposes; the paper is worth more than the intent of the documents. You need not look further the The Patriot Act, which circumvents the Constitution and The Bill Of Rights. Freedom and Democracy in America, are only an illusion. All due respect to all my fellow military men and women under arms, did you forget about the oath we took. The domestic enemies are our currently elected representatives in the congress, senate, and yes, even in the White House. The madness has shifted from Washington to Iraq, Courts Martial for becoming and making another soldier with-child. Yet, this same commanding general continues sending soldiers with PTSD, depression and anxiety back on patrols and combat operations. One need only look at history, all great civilizations have fallen from within; the Roman Empire is one example. American is the new Rome, Rome is burning, and the american public is being distracted by the government with healthcare debates, back-room deals, bribes and extortion. Just look at the stock market,insurance and health stocks; and you will see where the universal healthcare issue will stand in the future.
If the American public really knew, and cared, how much of their tax dollars were being wasted and missused by the covert agencies and the pentagon; none of us would ever pay taxes again! Ever wonder why you see so many U.S. M-4 and M-16 rifles in central and south america paramilitary and military hands, if you pay close attention to CNN and foreign news broadcasts; you will notice your tax dollars displayed with 20 or 30 round magazines.
