Costa Rica Real Estate

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Costa Rica is one of the most popular countries in Latin America for foreign real estate investment. And it easy to see why – gorgeous landscapes, perfect weather, friendly culture, lower cost of living and tax advantages all make for tremendous opportunities.  

General Background – Costa Rica is the oldest democracy in Latin America, since 1949.  The country has no standing military and chooses instead to devote the majority of its resources to healthcare and education, which has led to a 95% literacy rate and nearly 50% of population being bilingual – usually Spanish and English.   

Weather and Landscapes – Costa Rica boasts 12 different microclimates ranging from 70°F in the Central Valley to lower 80’s in the Caribbean and high 80’s in the Northern Pacific. Depending on your interests – be they investment, retirement, vacation property etc. – Costa Rica has real estate options for all. Both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts offer breathtaking beaches surrounded by cliffs, waterfalls, and tropical forests and, best of all, no hurricanes! The interior of Costa Rica is equally beautiful and often preferred for its temperate climate. From rain and cloud forests, to mountain ranges, plantations, rivers, lakes and volcanoes there is stunning natural beauty at every corner. In fact, Costa Rica was recently described by National Geographic as having the most perfect weather in the world. It’s beautiful! 

Cost of Living – Although Costa Rica is the most expensive country in Central America, the cost of living is much cheaper than in the U.S., Canada or Western Europe.  From housing and food to entertainment and real estate, prices here generally cost less, making a slice of paradise for numerous foreigners a very real possibility! 

Taxes – Taxes are here to stay but they are also less expensive than you are probably used to paying. Regarding Costa Rica real estate, there are two forms of taxes the Municipal and the Real Estate. However, even combined these taxes are considerably less that what North Americans and Europeans are accustomed to. There are NO capital gains taxes on any profit you make from selling a property as long as it is done from a personal not business perspective. As properties continually appreciate, you have to celebrate this fact! 

Future Outlook – Very Good. Nearly 35% of the country is governmentally protected for eco-tourism and national parks. In addition, a majority of the available countryside has been purchased leaving only a small percentage left. Because the remaining properties are limited, prices for land are steadily appreciating year after year!   

* Always use the services of a trusted, qualified and accredited lawyer and real estate professional when purchasing a property in Costa Rica. Make sure to do your homework! 

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