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February 6, 2023

Welcome to Naranjo

Where the mountainous terrain is surrounded by a green and natural environment. Naranjo is a predominantly agricultural region, surrounded by mountains, beautiful coffee plantations, and impressive views. Naranjo is a city of continuous growth, prospering and development, forming a close-knit community and deep-rooted Costa Rican traditions. Some of the larger properties are tucked away behind […]

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February 5, 2023

Why Costa Rica?

Why Costa Rica? Costa Rica is one of the oldest democracies in America. The country is currently home to many international organizations such as the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, the United Nations University for Peace, and the Earth Council. 25.58% of its territory is protected under various forms of conservation. Although the country is small and covers only 0.03% of the […]

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February 2, 2023

How to open an escrow account, requirements, and the process in Costa Rica ?

How to open an escrow account, requirements, and the process in Costa Rica? Information provided by AFC Accounting If the transaction is made in your personal name: Copy of current passport Copy of the purchase-sale option contract. Sign the escrow contract with AFC (we base this contract on the information contained in the purchase-sale option […]

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January 30, 2023

Types of corporations in Costa Rica

There are three types of corporations in Costa Rica: sole proprietorships, partnerships, and limited liability companies. Sole Proprietorship: A sole proprietorship is the most common type of business structure in Costa Rica. This type of business is owned and operated by one person. The owner has complete control over the business and is responsible for […]

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January 28, 2023

WELCOME TO SARCHI

A town of world-class artists and artisans for being the “Cradle of Costa Rican Crafts” Sarchí is located between coffee and sugar cane fields, located in the province of Alajuela, hidden from the main roads between the city of Grecia and the city of Naranjo. A community surrounded by art, color, and beautiful traditions. Exploring […]

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January 12, 2023

Costa Rica ranked among the ten cheapest places to live – 2023

Costa Rica ranked among the ten cheapest places to live – 2023 There are several reasons why the cost of living in Costa Rica is considered lower compared to the United States. One of the main reasons is the cost of goods and services, such as housing and food. According to Forbes magazine in its […]

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January 11, 2023

We provide expert information to make buying a home a breeze

We provide expert information to make buying a home a breeze Buying a house can be overwhelming and in another country, it can seem like more. We believe that it does not have to be that way. We’ve spent years putting together a helpful process to help make the home-buying process easier for you. Full […]

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January 10, 2023

Real Estate in Costa Rica: Should you put property in a corporation?

There are a lot of questions to ask when you’re thinking about investing in Costa Rican real estate. How much should you invest? What’s the best way to protect your investment? Should you put your property in a corporation? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the pros and cons of incorporating your […]

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January 9, 2023

Welcome to Grecia

WELCOME TO GRECIA! Grecia is a picturesque community surrounded by large sugarcane fields and coffee plantations. Grecia is a town located in the province of Alajuela, in the northwestern region of Costa Rica. It is known for its charming streets lined with colorful houses, as well as its beautiful neo-Gothic metal church, which is a […]