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15 June, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips

Why do sellers increase the listing price when the property does not sell?

When in a bad market, and a property doesn’t sell, some sellers want to increase the listing...

by Ivo Henfling

9 June, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

9 Benefits of owning a Cariari single story home

When you get older, the knees cooperate much less, as do some other joints. That’s probably when...

by Ivo Henfling

1 June, 2018
Costa Rica Construction, Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Flipping Fixer Uppers seems like a good investment – is it really?

Flipping fixer uppers might seem like an interesting business in Costa Rica. Buying a cheap home...

by Ivo Henfling

24 May, 2018
Costa Rica Living, Moving to Costa Rica

I want to work in Costa Rica – am I allowed to?

Some want to work in Costa Rica, and it seems to be very attractive just to jump on a flight to San...

by Ivo Henfling

18 May, 2018
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

Why not lend money to a friend or employee in Costa Rica?

If you’re a nice person, you’ll find yourself obliged to lend money to a friend or employee...

by Ivo Henfling

12 May, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info, Rent in Costa Rica

Are vacation rental restrictions common on condos in Costa Rica?

Before buying a condo in Costa Rica, you first want to know if there are any vacation rental...

by Ivo Henfling

4 May, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Is small town living possible in Costa Rica?

Many expats, before they move to Costa Rica, ask if small town living is possible in Costa Rica. I...

by Ivo Henfling

27 April, 2018
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

Why are Costa Ricans called Ticos and Ticas?

Costa Ricans are proud of calling themselves Ticos and Ticas. The female Costa Ricans are Ticas....

by Ivo Henfling

21 April, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info, Costa Rica Weather

When is a good time to list a property in Costa Rica for sale?

When keeping up with international real estate news, I always see great international articles...

by Ivo Henfling

13 April, 2018
Moving to Costa Rica

Don’t keep your AOL email account when you move to Costa Rica

If you decide to keep your AOL email account even after you move to Costa Rica, you will ask...

by Ivo Henfling

6 April, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips

Why is it smart to buy turnkey real estate in Costa Rica?

Did you know that buying turnkey real estate can be an incredible deal? Sad enough, there are lots...

by Ivo Henfling

30 March, 2018
Costa Rica Living, Costa Rica Weather

5 Cities in Costa Rica with the best temperatures

Moving to paradise is not easy. It's even more difficult to figure it all out if you are looking...

by Ivo Henfling

23 March, 2018
Costa Rica Lifestyle, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

4 Top locations with outstanding Central Valley views

There are 4 amazing top locations where you can buy or build a home with outstanding Central Valley...

by Ivo Henfling

14 March, 2018
Costa Rica Lifestyle, How to prevent culture shock, Moving to Costa Rica

Wearing flip flops to work in Costa Rica

Those who know me personally, know that wearing flip flops to work is normal to me. Every day. I...

by Ivo Henfling

9 March, 2018
Costa Rica Lifestyle, Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Retirement Communities

11 Reasons why buying a home in Cariari is a great idea

Buying a home in Cariari is not such a bad idea at all, and you will agree with me once you’re...

by Ivo Henfling

20 Cool hand gestures you can use safely in Costa Rica

27 February, 2018
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

19 Cool hand gestures you can use safely in Costa Rica

When you come from a different country and you want to use hand gestures in Costa Rica, you have to...

by Ivo Henfling

21 February, 2018
Costa Rica Living, Costa Rica Travel, Moving to Costa Rica, Rent in Costa Rica

Is it difficult to change money in Costa Rica?

When moving to Costa Rica or just visiting you will need to change money for your day to day...

by Ivo Henfling

15 February, 2018
Costa Rica Real Estate Info

17 Questions to ask when buying a rural home in Costa Rica

Buying a rural home in Costa Rica sound like an interesting plan, but is it really so...

by Ivo Henfling

9 February, 2018
Costa Rica Lifestyle, Moving to Costa Rica

13 Reasons to look for a new lifestyle in Costa Rica

Now that you found this article, I’m sure you’re looking for a new lifestyle in Costa...

by Ivo Henfling

2 February, 2018
Costa Rica Living, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

8 ways to block the neighbor from your life in Costa Rica

Have you ever had the need to block the neighbor from your life? Well, I certainly did. And I’m...

by Ivo Henfling

26 January, 2018
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

Why have Costa Ricans two last names?

Did you know that Costa Ricans have two last names? When born, children are given first the...

by Ivo Henfling

19 January, 2018
Costa Rica Banking and Mortgages, Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info, Costa Rica Taxes, IRA - 401K Retirement Plans

Should vacation rental accommodations have to pay taxes soon?

Is there a chance that vacation rental accommodations will have to start paying taxes soon? Many...

by Ivo Henfling

11 January, 2018
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

Is showing late for an appointment acceptable in Costa Rica?

Almost everyone comes late for an appointment in Costa Rica. Is it hard to adjust to that? Yes, it...

by Ivo Henfling

6 January, 2018
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Will I lose earnest money in escrow if I don’t close?

Not very often buyers ask if they lose earnest money in escrow if they will not close on time. Most...

by Ivo Henfling

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Why do sellers increase the listing price when the property does not sell?

9 Benefits of owning a Cariari single story home

Flipping Fixer Uppers seems like a good investment – is it really?

I want to work in Costa Rica – am I allowed to?

Why not lend money to a friend or employee in Costa Rica?

Are vacation rental restrictions common on condos in Costa Rica?

Is small town living possible in Costa Rica?

Why are Costa Ricans called Ticos and Ticas?

When is a good time to list a property in Costa Rica for sale?

Don’t keep your AOL email account when you move to Costa Rica

Why is it smart to buy turnkey real estate in Costa Rica?

5 Cities in Costa Rica with the best temperatures

4 Top locations with outstanding Central Valley views

Wearing flip flops to work in Costa Rica

11 Reasons why buying a home in Cariari is a great idea

19 Cool hand gestures you can use safely in Costa Rica

Is it difficult to change money in Costa Rica?

17 Questions to ask when buying a rural home in Costa Rica

13 Reasons to look for a new lifestyle in Costa Rica

8 ways to block the neighbor from your life in Costa Rica

Why have Costa Ricans two last names?

Should vacation rental accommodations have to pay taxes soon?

Is showing late for an appointment acceptable in Costa Rica?

Will I lose earnest money in escrow if I don’t close?

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