7 Reasons The Costa Rica Southern Zone is the Best Place to Purchase Property

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The Costa Rica southern zone is one of the most biologically diverse and complex ecosystem’s in the world. Vast amounts undisturbed rainforests comprise much of the Costa Rica southern zone. For surfers, adventure seekers and ecologically minded people, it is an ideal place. Visitors can enjoy eco-adventures, yoga retreats, surfing and down time. It’s a place people come to in order to escape the high stress lifestyle of the modern cities. Continue reading

Dominical Costa Rica: The Surf Capital and More

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Cloud forests, magical waterfalls, wildlife, and raw beaches, striking sunsets, wildlife, open-minded friendly people, incredible breaks, relaxed vibe, describe Dominical, Costa Rica.  There are few places in the world that can top the natural beauty, ideal laid back lifestyle that Dominical offers. It is the gateway to the southern zone, which is one of the most biologically diverse regions in the world as well as a world-class surfing spot. Some people describe the southern zone as the edge of the world. It is a place untouched by industrialization. It’s where people come to escape, re-charge and reflect. Continue reading

A Dream Escape: Costa Rica Home in Lagunas

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Located in Lagunas, one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the southern zone is a unique Costa Rica home. Built in 2007, this comfortable airy custom designed 2300 square foot house offers dramatic water and mountain views. A unique house that incorporates the outside into its interiors to create an expansive laid back vibe that is rustic yet finished. For the buyer looking for a vacation getaway or permanent residence with easy beach access, this 2.5 acre property is ideal. Continue reading

Costa Rica Real Estate Market Fueled by Expat Retirees

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Voted one of the top five countries to retire in again this year, the Costa Rica real estate market shows no signs of slowing down. Political stability, great weather, natural beauty and good healthcare are all factors contributing to Costa Rica’s surging popularity as an international favorite destination spot. The real estate market is stable in Costa Rica. Large numbers of Europeans, Americans and Canadians flocking to this country have fueled a residential building boom. Construction has surged in the last several years across the country. An increasing number of American potential buyers are looking in the southern pacific zone to purchase property. For the buyer looking to purchase a new home in Dominical, the area’s communities offer a high quality of life in a pristine environment with some of the best surfing in the world. Continue reading

Buying Costa Rica Property through a Corporation

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Buying Costa Rica real estate through a corporation is a common practice among both natives and foreigners purchasing property here. Regardless of the type of property you are considering purchasing, there are many advantages to using a corporation. Its sole purpose is to serve as a holding company for real estate titles. People can also own one or multiple properties under the holding company. Continue reading

Buying Land in Costa Rica

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Buying land in Costa Rica can be a great investment opportunity in today’s uncertain market. In the Southern Zone, which is still early in development, there are many opportunities to buy land for both development and investment purposes. The real estate market in Costa Rica is stable. Appreciation of land value has steadily risen in recent years, and it’s expected to continue to rise. An increasing number of expats moving and buying land in Costa Rica combined with conservative lending prices has helped to maintain market stability. Continue reading

Advantages of Seller Financing in Costa Rica

Costa Rica Real Estate in Dominical

Recently, I was interviewed in the Wall Street Journal on the emergence of seller financing for mortgages in Costa Rica real estate transactions. It’s a new trend in real estate. As an agent selling properties in Dominical, I’ve helped put together deals for ex-pat buyers who don’t want to do an all-cash deal and are reluctant about the mortgage options available to them in Costa Rica through local banks. Continue reading

5 Reasons to Purchase Real Estate in Dominical Now

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Known as the southern Pacific zone gateway, Dominical marks entry into one of the few pristine natural environments left in the world. Gaining popularity as a place to purchase a second home, retire or just invest in real estate, Dominical attracts a diverse crowd of foreigners who blend into the local community. With its slow pace and off the grid type lifestyle, it’s not hard to figure out why growing numbers of people flock to this spot in Costa Rica. Continue reading

Expats Drive Strong Costa Rica Real Estate Market

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Costa Rica real estate prices have risen considerably in the last ten years. Even in the Osa Peninsula, which for a long time was known as the “edge of the world,” the market is thriving and vibrant. A new airport and improved roads are making access to this remote area easier. Dominical along with others parts of the southern coastal areas are still known as a surfers’ paradise with small organic farms, yoga retreats and a strong interest in wellness. You can choose to live in secluded luxury or an off-the-grid type lifestyle here. Either way- you are off the beaten track in Costa Rica where it’s easy to escape the hectic pace of the “developed” world. Continue reading

Costa Rica Yoga Retreat For Sale

Costa Rica Yoga Retreat For Sale

Here in Costa Rica yoga is becoming a very popular activity as it is all over the world.  Many people come here for week long yoga retreats so they can surround themselves with nature and practice yoga in this amazing setting.  There is nothing better than doing yoga looking out at the pacific ocean while toucans and monkeys play in the trees over your head.  Lots of people are giving up their lives in hectic cities to move to our beautiful part of Southern Costa Rica.  What better than to own your own yoga center where you can help others to enjoy the healthy lifestyle that yoga has to offer.  We have more than one Costa Rica Yoga Retreat for sale and in this article we will feature our favorite two.

This one is located in Platanillo, less than 10 minutes from the beach and has some amazing rivers and waterfalls. Check out the photos below and click on the link to see the listing on our website…….

 

Costa Rica Yoga RetreatYoga retreat waterfall

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This yoga retreat is located in the mountains above Playa Matapalo and has amazing sunset ocean views from the pool and the yoga deck.  Check out the photos below and click on the link to see the listing on our website…..

Yoga RetreatYoga Retreat Ocean View

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Please feel free to contact us if you would like any more information about either of these amazing yoga retreats!!!