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18 May, 2019
Costa Rica Living, Moving to Costa Rica

Reflections of a home invasion victim

Home invasion. We were victims of a professional, well-planned home invasion. It is...

by Guest Blogger

10 May, 2019
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

6 Reasons why 5 bedroom homes are impossible to sell

Lately, we have been receiving quite a few requests to sell 5 bedroom homes. The problem is,...

by Ivo Henfling

4 May, 2019
Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Cheap Central Valley homes under $175,000

Are you looking for cheap Central Valley homes? Then you have arrived at the right place: GoDutch...

by Ivo Henfling

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25 April, 2019
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

7 Expenses that lower profits on Rental Investment Property in Costa Rica

Are you planning to invest in a rental investment property in Costa Rica? Then you first want to...

by Ivo Henfling

19 April, 2019
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info, Costa Rica Taxes

Everything about sales tax on real estate sales and rentals

Do real estate agents have to charge sales tax on real estate rentals and sales in Costa Rica? Do...

by Ivo Henfling

12 April, 2019
How to prevent culture shock

What Means No Me Toquen El Pito in Costa Rica

If you say no me toquen el pito in Costa Rica, make sure you’re sitting in your car. If you are...

by Ivo Henfling

6 April, 2019
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Is it time for a price reduction on your property?

If your property in Costa Rica has been on the market for 3 months or more, it’s probably time...

by Ivo Henfling

29 March, 2019
Costa Rica Real Estate Info

View home listings by other realtors

Jim asked about how realtors work in CR. Do real estate agents only show you their own home...

by Ivo Henfling

23 March, 2019
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

25 Things That Are Different in Costa Rica

Let me show how different things can be in Costa Rica. I am going back to an old theme here, but...

by Guest Blogger

18 March, 2019
Moving to Costa Rica

How to recognize the different police forces in Costa Rica

When you move to Costa Rica, you should know how to recognize the different police forces, know...

by Ivo Henfling

15 March, 2019
How to prevent culture shock

What is qué vaina in Costa Rica?

Qué vaina is one of those expressions your landlord might use when you complain about a leak in...

by Ivo Henfling

9 March, 2019
Costa Rica Real Estate Info

What is Digital Signature for corporations and why is it needed?

Firma Digital is a digital signature, which is used for making or signing an electronic document...

by Guest Blogger

28 February, 2019
Costa Rica Residency Issues

Do you need a Visa or Residency to live in Costa Rica?

North Americans and Canadians do not need a visa or residency card to enter Costa Rica as a...

by Ivo Henfling

22 February, 2019
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Is an unfinished house difficult to sell in Costa Rica?

I don’t even know why I accept to list an unfinished house anymore. I rarely do because I know...

by Ivo Henfling

16 February, 2019
Costa Rica Living, Moving to Costa Rica

11 Important Expat recommendations and experiences

Can you learn from other expat recommendations and their experiences? Of course, you can, those...

by Ivo Henfling

9 February, 2019
Costa Rica Property Buyer & Seller Tips, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

8 Dumb responses from homeowners on why they are selling

I have decided to give sellers 8 dumb responses from homeowners they should NOT use if they’re...

by Ivo Henfling

2 February, 2019
Costa Rica Living, Costa Rica Retirement, Moving to Costa Rica

Why Bill does not consider Costa Rica for retirement

Bill, a subscriber on Ivo’s blog, does not consider Costa Rica for retirement anymore. Future...

by Ivo Henfling

25 January, 2019
Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Can the buyer back out of the property purchase?

Are you afraid the buyer can back out of the property purchase? Don’t be! Just make sure you...

by Ivo Henfling

18 January, 2019
Costa Rica Living, Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Are bathrooms in Costa Rica different?

Are bathrooms in Costa Rica different than they are in your home? Maybe you expect to find a...

by Ivo Henfling

11 January, 2019
Costa Rica Living, Costa Rica Restaurants we recommend

Best Indian food in Costa Rica Taste of India506

Looking for the best Indian food in Costa Rica? Then read on. Taste of India506 is an incredibly...

by Ivo Henfling

4 January, 2019
Costa Rica Living, How to prevent culture shock

Pull a cake – Jalarse una torta

Have you ever tried to pull yourself a cake or jalarse torta? That doesn’t make a lot of...

by Ivo Henfling

27 December, 2018
Costa Rica Real Estate Info

Can someone steal your property in Costa Rica?

Can they steal your property in Costa Rica? Yes, they can! Sadly enough, it happens. Charles...

by Ivo Henfling

13 December, 2018
Costa Rica Real Estate Info, Rent in Costa Rica

10 Important Tenant Requirements and Frequently Asked Questions

I always try to keep track of important tenant requirements, so we can include them in the...

by Ivo Henfling

Can Canadians home buyers purchase property in Costa Rica

7 December, 2018
Costa Rica Real Estate Info, Costa Rica Retirement

Can Canadian home buyers purchase property in Costa Rica?

A common question from Canadians is if Canadian home buyers can purchase property in Costa Rica or...

by Guest Blogger

The Ultimate Costa Rica Real Estate Experience

Read our blog about living, buying and selling properties in Costa Rica

Compare Listings

Reflections of a home invasion victim

6 Reasons why 5 bedroom homes are impossible to sell

Cheap Central Valley homes under $175,000

7 Expenses that lower profits on Rental Investment Property in Costa Rica

Everything about sales tax on real estate sales and rentals

What Means No Me Toquen El Pito in Costa Rica

Is it time for a price reduction on your property?

View home listings by other realtors

25 Things That Are Different in Costa Rica

How to recognize the different police forces in Costa Rica

What is qué vaina in Costa Rica?

What is Digital Signature for corporations and why is it needed?

Do you need a Visa or Residency to live in Costa Rica?

Is an unfinished house difficult to sell in Costa Rica?

11 Important Expat recommendations and experiences

8 Dumb responses from homeowners on why they are selling

Why Bill does not consider Costa Rica for retirement

Can the buyer back out of the property purchase?

Are bathrooms in Costa Rica different?

Best Indian food in Costa Rica Taste of India506

Pull a cake – Jalarse una torta

Can someone steal your property in Costa Rica?

10 Important Tenant Requirements and Frequently Asked Questions

Can Canadian home buyers purchase property in Costa Rica?

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