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  1. The Joys of Living in Costa Rica with Michael Simons and his Topless Girlfriend Millie! HD video interview and photo included ...
    Scott Oliver - November 2011
    Michael loves the Ticos (the Costa Rican people) and the friendliness of the people and says that: "I've never felt more welcomed anywhere in the world... I've never felt like I was foreigner here." . . . Keep reading

  2. How To Find A Unique, Income Producing Vacation Home in Costa Rica Which Will Appreciate in Value and Pay for Itself Along the Way? From US$90K
    VIP Member Cassidy Scheer
    "Having a Costa Rican vacation home that will appreciate in value over time is a proven investment. Having a Costa Rican vacation home that will appreciate in value over time and pay for itself along the way is an even better investment." . . . Keep reading

  3. Is Seller Financing the New Deal For Expats in Costa Rica?
    Costa Rica Realtor in Atenas Dennis Easters
    Since the beginning of 2010, we have sold several homes with owner financing and with negotiated terms that are win/win for both the buyer and seller. The good news about owner financing is that it is negotiable, whereas bank financing is not. . . . Keep reading

  4. Atenas Luxury Home For Sale With 'Spool' Only US$375K
    Costa Rica Realtor Dennis Easters
    A gourmet kitchen features an 11 foot long by 4 foot wide island, topped with an amazing piece of Brazilian granite including back-splashes, deep-heavy gauge metal sink with European faucet and sprayer, built in convection oven, five burner gas cooktop, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, custom hardwoood (cedar) cabinetry, and the "piece de resistance" commercial sized wall refrigerator and freezer.   . . . Keep reading

  5. Atenas Fixer Upper For Sale Only US$78,000 With BIG Potential For Someone With Imagination! This Property Is Under Contract
    Costa Rica Realtor in Atenas Dennis Easters
    This 2 bedroom, 3.5 bath home features open living areas with vaulted ceilings, a clean new kitchen with hardwood cabinets, composite countertops and a large laundry room. . . . Keep reading

  6. Four Homes For Sale Near Jaco On 2 Acres For Only US$268K. Phenomenal price!
    Costa Rica Realtor David Karr in Jaco
    Below these two homes is a fourth 1 bedroom house, all concrete and stucco, also furnished and can be used as a guest house, office, caretakers quarters, or another rental unit. Not Yet Closed But An Offer Has Been Accepted On This Home . . . Keep reading

  7. Jaco Luxury Condos - Including your own infinity edge spa pool on your balcony - Free developer video interview included
    Scott Oliver
    Selling over 60 of his Jaco beach luxury condos in the first 45 days has been a very pleasant surprise to the young developer Josh ten Brink and his team. Sales already made have been mainly to family, friends and the existing, very satisfied customers who invested in Josh's Bentley award winning Escazu Luxury Apartments where resale prices are 40% higher than where they were one year ago. . . . Keep reading

  8. Is This The Letter You Have Been Planning To Write To Your Wife Too? Retiring to Costa Rica and salvaging our future before it's too late!
    VIP Member George Ernst
    "We start with a letter I wrote to my wife in early 2008. I was sitting home paying the bills, one day. She was working and she really didn't have time to listen to me so I wrote my thoughts down and presented them to her. It took a few readings to sink in as it is hard to come face to face with reality - especially this drastic...." . . . Keep reading

  9. Paraiso Pacifico Home For Sale in Ojochal For Only US$339K. Cocktails and monkeys at sunset?
    Costa Rica Realtor Daveed Hollander
    You'll also be able to spot toucans, parrots, iguanas, sloths and the famous giant blue morphos butterfly that follow the light flowing stream positioned 10 meters away from this spacious 1,450 sq ft jungle home which includes unique pieces of custom-made teak furniture. . . . Keep reading

  10. Canadians Living in Costa Rica - Interview with Dave and Monica Dolezsar.
    Wendi Patrick
    Dave says they were hoping to find "an opportunity to see life in a different way than we could in a 9-to-5 lifestyle of a modern North America city. Basically, we didn't know what we would find, and we were looking to find something we didn't know existed." And, Dave adds that he wanted to learn to surf! . . . Keep reading

  11. Atenas Firesale Homes For Sale From US$150K
    Costa Rica Realtor Dennis Easters
    According to Costa Rica Realtor Dennis Easters: "With the new San Jose/Caldera Highway, a new Costa Rican market has opened, because commute times to San Jose have been drastically reduced to 20-25 minutes, allowing for "country living" with the convenience of the city at your fingertips!" . . . Keep reading

  12. Samara Homes For Sale - Three sizzling Samara specials.
    Costa Rica Realtor Angelina Phillips in Samara
    The enormous custom built pool is the perfect place to relax during a warm Costa Rican afternoon and listen to the sounds of the local birds and monkeys while taking in the mountain vista. There is an outdoor shower for those moonlight evening showers and a large built in grill and outdoor kitchen will be perfect for an afternoon get together with friends. . . . Keep reading

  13. Samara Homes For Sale and Ocean View Lots To Build On From Only US$33,660
    Costa Rica Realtor Angelina Phillips
    This community is located in the quaint town of Santo Domingo in the hills just above Samara. A mere 8-10 minutes by car yet you feel as if you are on top of the world. Water and electricity are already on site and the developer will finance the land purchase as well as build your home for you if you wish! . . . Keep reading

  14. Rent Your Car in Costa Rica Now With Adobe
    Adobe Rent A Car has offices all over Costa Rica. It is nice to know that IF you needed them, they are close by. Adobe also offers 24 hour road side service. However since they have the newest fleet of rental cars available in the country you probably won't need it! . . . Keep reading

  15. Living in Dominical, Costa Rica. "I feel ten years younger than I did when we arrived seven years ago..."
    Costa Rica Realtor John Wieland in Dominical
    I'm 46 years old now and we have lived in Dominical, Costa Rica since 2004 and I feel better than I've felt in a LONG time. Many of my friends back home say that I look younger now than I did when left the U.S. which I feel must be true because I feel ten years younger than I did when I arrived ... . . . Keep reading

  16. Atenas Best Value Home For Sale - Everything you need to move in tomorrow or, rent it out! $284,900
    Costa Rica Realtors in Atenas
    This home features an open-concept kitchen and living room with high ceilings making it perfect for entertaining. The kitchen has plenty of cupboard space and overlooks the pool. The living room has plenty of large windows to take in the amazing mountain views and the inviting pool. The newly tiled pool is just what you need to take in the daily sun that Atenas offers. . . . Keep reading

  17. Simply Stunning Ocean and Valley Views From This Atenas Luxury Home. A must see at US$685K
    Costa Rica Realtor Dennis Easters
    The owners of this chic "mini-estate" have paid attention to every detail.  The main home offers over 300 m2 of construction, with beautiful open living areas, with 2 story high vaulted wood ceilings, open gourmet kitchen with upgraded granite, high end appliances like double built in ovens, glass cooktop with built in extractor, custom cabinets with specialized storage, custom 1/4 round island with raised bar, perfect for having breakfast.   . . . Keep reading

  18. Your New Jaco Beach Condo For Only US$165K. Easy financing and prospective clients stay for two nights free.
    Costa Rica Realtor David Karr
    This community in Jaco features condos starting at $165K, located only a block walk to the North end of Jaco beach. Each condo is 2 bedroom, 2 bath, featuring beautiful common area pools, BBQ areas, playgrounds, security and onsite property management. . . . Keep reading

  19. Costa Rica Living in Santa Ana - Free video - Small town, friendly community.
    Scott Oliver
    Although Santa Ana (founded in 1658) is one of the fastest growing areas in the Central Valley, with a population under 40,000 - you can still enjoy it's small town friendliness. As you can see from the map below, Santa Ana is located just a few miles west of the capital city San Jose and is the next small town over from Escazu, the 'Beverly Hills' of Costa Rica. . . . Keep reading

  20. Caribbean Home For Sale - Close to the beach with comfort and style near Puerto Viejo for only US$185K
    Costa Rica Realtor Manuel Pinto
    High cathedral ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors, wide afternoon porch, modern bathroom and that perfect dream kitchen, Casa Quinta exemplifies that Caribbean dream! . . . Keep reading

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