Costa Rica Realtor John Wieland in the Southern Zone
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Costa Rica Realtor John Wieland in the Southern Zone
Scott Oliver - September 2010
John Wieland has lived in Costa Rica since 2004, he lives in Dominical in the Southern Zone with his wife and their young daughter who was born in Hospital CIMA in San Jose, Costa Rica in 2006 John began has been investing in real estate for over 15 years and started in Califonia in 1995 where he ended up owning 23 apartments which he was fortunate to sell in 2005 and for a time was a licensed Realtor in California.
Did we mention the deserted unspoiled beaches?
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Costa Rica Realtor - Brief biography of John WielandHe bought his first property in Costa Rica in 2003 and now works as a Realtor where he helps his real estate clients to find residential properties as well as good hotel investments. In his professional capacity as a Costa Rica Realtor John Wieland and his team helps their clients with in country travel assistance, numerous resources including builders, surveyors, legal, accounting/taxation specialists and related professional services. The last real estate book John read was the 'Millionaire Real Estate Agent' and his company's philosophy is to: "Inform, Educate, Entertain.. and provide exemplary customer service, always." If You Are Hoping to Invest or Live in the Southern Zone?Contact John for his Top Twelve Real Estate Picks!
Southern Zone luxury living ...
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Costa Rica Realtor Video Interview with John WielandTo watch this short video, please click on the small white triangular Play button in the middle of the screen below and allow a few seconds for the video to begin.
Costa Rica Realtor - Q&A with John Wieland
Q: What is your favorite quotation? Personally - "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away!" Professionally? "If you don't know where you are going... you are already there!"
Q: Please give us your comments on the current real estate market conditions in your area and include prices where possible?
"The Costa Ballena region has seen prices fall by approximately 20 -- 25% since 2007, across our product mix. I believe we are near or at the bottom as product absorption is quickly returning due to sellers decision to get ahead of the market (price reductions) and find the market, rather that wait for it. Additionally, it could be argued that as a destination location, the addition of the new highway connecting Quepos/Manuel Antonio with Costa Ballena will bring more volume and velocity of buyers and investors.
We have already seen the volume of tourism increase and we are anticipating velocity to rise as the next high season nears. This, should boost real estate activity, confirming that a bottom is near and bringing confidence to our area. There is robust activity in land/lots sales under $150K for quality ocean view product as well as residential homes between $250K - $400K -- these are two "sweet spots" that is already finding lack of inventory for buyers.
Lastly, we are seeing a trend in "smart/sophisticated" money returning to our market, evidenced by strong activity in residential showing above $750K and larger development tracts about $1M."
Lots of outdoor activities or all ages.
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Q: What makes you uniquely qualified to help real estate buyers?
"My professional track record in "corporate" organizations accompanied by my entrepreneurial success shows my ability to adapt and execute. With over 15 years of real estate investing (residential and commercial), and with five years of broking as a partner in our current business lends a significant amount of value to prospective customers.
I am keenly focused on improving our brokerage industry "best practices", which was shown in my personal endeavor of creating the Southern Pacific Alliance of Realtors to bring brokers together and collaborate more effectively, sharing industry data, sales and pricing information.
Lastly, I feel I bring a level of maturity that fits perfectly with our discerning real estate investing customers, who are more educated than ever about real estate in Costa Rica. It is about informing, educating and entertaining and I have the experience to provide each of these elements."
Contemporary 'jungle' architecture...
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Costa Rica Realtor John WielandCustomer Testimonials
Received: Thu, Sep 23, 2010 at 8:56 AM
"Yes I would highly recommend John. I have done a couple of transactions with him and his service to his client is excellent. John is very open and honest about opportunities in the market and really does what he can to match customer needs with solutions. He also has good versatility in that he can help clients with all residential needs as well as land sales and commercial. It is hard to find people like that in real estate. I would give him all of my future business in the Costa Rica market." Brad Bartlett. USA.
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"I have been in sales most of my life so I especially appreciated John Wieland's professionalism, enthusiasm and hard work. Although we bought a modest home he treated us as if we had millions to spend. His honesty was always there, giving us the good, the bad (and the ugly) hence we never felt like we were being SOLD. He surely went far beyond what we ever expected from a Realtor and in the end we feel like we not only had a great buying experience but we also made a friend. So as you can see I can't say enough about recommending John Wieland and his team in Dominical." Bill Loucas
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"Mr. Oliver: Thank you for allowing us to comment on Mr. John Wieland.
Mr. Wieland was first contacted by us approximately one year ago. His prompt response, his professional manner, extremely friendly approach, his capability of zoning into our price level, needs and wishes for housing, answering our numerous questions, aiding and completing in the execution of a sales contract after he showed us numerous properties were beyond any service that we have experienced in the United States. If you want a top professional Mr. John Wieland is your answer!" Jim Cook/Jim Richardson, Ojochal, Costa Rica
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"John is very "approachable" and has the ability to maintain a balance between personable and professional. He knows the area and has so many contacts throughout the country that it is hard to imagine that he could not find the right spot for anyone working with him. We enjoyed watching him transition easily back and forth from being a Tico with the locals and an American with Brenda and I, something we needed help doing in a big way! I've never felt such a low pressure sales technique with a Realtor, it is more like he his an informative and entertaining tour guide of the countryside." Brad.
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You'll find breathtaking views in the Southern Zone
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Are You Hoping to Invest or Live in the Southern Zone?Contact John for your Top Ten Real Estate Picks!Please contact John Wieland, our Recommended Costa Rica Realtor in the Southern Pacific area, by using the simple form below:
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