Real Estate Buying Tips for Costa Rica
Costa Rica – A Specific Market
Costa Rica has been a destination of choice amongst international retirees as well as business travelers doing business for years now. It has many benefits like, tropical climate, warm hospitality, affordable prices, more bird species than the US and Canada combined, exuberant natural beauty and one of the highest standards of living in Latin America. As a consequence, there is a distinct market in selling and buying of homes, condos and development land. Keeping this in mind the reader ought to be aware of the fact that the differences between the pricing and accommodations provided by properties of differing quality varies across a wide spectrum of the Costa Rica real estate market. Thus buyers ought to be cautious about making investments and only make irrevocable decisions regarding the purchase of property in Costa Rica pursuant to appropriate due diligence and sound legal advice. We recommend AJP – Alvaez, Jimenez, De Pass Attorneys at Law. Whether you’re moving to paradise or investing in real estate HP Properties can help you navigate the entire process from start to finish.
Market Understanding
Those aspiring to purchase real property in Costa Rica would be well-advised to undertake research and due diligence in order to be apprised of the overall situation so as to make informed decisions. In certain instances, it might be required for alien nationals to retain the services of a law firm in Costa Rica with both Costa Rican and foreign lawyers on staff in order to receive advice and counsel regarding Costa Rica real estate purchasing from a multitude of perspectives. HP Properties has a deep knowledge of the market.
A Network for success
Property appraisals, title research, permit issues, water rights, surveys, referrals to mortgage loan brokers, legal contracts – HP Properties provides these services and more.
Appreciate the Journey
Finding a home together is a journey, HP Properties will be there for you through every question and detail.
Financing options and tax advice
We work with lawyers who can assist in trust and corporation formation, CPA’s and tax advisers who can assist in accounting and tax filing.
HP Properties recommends McGladrey – Assurance, Tax and Consulting. Also, we can assist with financing options.
New construction and investment buying
There are certain issues you should be-aware of if you’re thinking of either buying a property in a new development or as an investment. More with links to follow….
