Condominiums in Costa Rica

Condominium Laws in Costa Rica. A legal overview. Condominiums have become a popular choice among homeowners, investors, and expats in Costa Rica. They offer a range of modern amenities, foster community living, and provide accessible property management options. Governed by the Ley Reguladora de la Propiedad en Condominio (Law No. 7933), condominium ownership in Costa […]

Evictions in Costa Rica. ☎️ Rents and Leases.

Evictions in Costa Rica. ☎️ A legal overview. Costa Rica’s legal framework for evictions balances the protection of property rights with the rights of tenants to secure and stable housing. For landlords, understanding the eviction process is crucial, as failure to adhere to proper procedures can delay the repossession of the property or result in […]

Rents and Leases in Costa Rica. ☎️ Rental agreements.

Rents and leases in Costa Rica. ☎️ Legal Recommendations. For many expats and investors, Costa Rica presents an exciting opportunity to own property, whether as a personal residence, a vacation home, or an investment. However, renting property in Costa Rica is not as simple as finding a tenant or signing a lease. To ensure a successful […]

Buying property in Costa Rica through a corporation? ☎️ Incorporations.

Should expats buy property in Costa Rica through a Corporation? ☎️ Incorporations. If you’re a foreigner considering purchasing property in Costa Rica, you might question whether creating a corporation as your buying entity is necessary or advantageous. It’s a common query among expats weighing the benefits against the costs.  Owning land in Costa Rica is a wonderful […]

Escrow. ☎️ A security for transactions in Costa Rica.

Escrow in Costa Rica. ☎️ A tool for transactions in Costa Rica. Escrow in Costa Rica is a way to do property transactions securely.  The escrow account secures the funds since they are released until the land purchase occurs.  This guarantees a secure transaction.  It can also be used to sell the asset and receive […]

Costa Rica properties. ☎️ Property transfer costs and fees.

Costa Rica real estate. ☎️ Property transfer costs and legal fees. If you are selling property in Costa Rica, or buying if, it´s a good idea to know the transfer costs and legal fees.  Let us assume that due diligence is done and the property property for sale is finally signed before the notary public.  He […]

Property ownership in Costa Rica. ☎️ What is the bundle of rights?

Costa Rican real estate law. ☎️ What are your property ownership rights? Buying a home in Costa Rica is a sound investment.  Our country has no army, very nice people, and beautiful landscapes. We have a very secure legal system and Costa Rica is the oldest democracy in Central America.  Costa Rican real estate, is guaranteed by […]

Owning land in Costa Rica ☎️ The Types of Property Ownership.

Owning property in Costa Rica: ☎️ What types of property ownership are there? Can foreigners own property in Costa Rica?  Yes they can!  As a foreigner, you don’t even need to be a resident to own real estate  in Costa Rica. You should know, however, that there are different types of land ownership.  You can […]