buying property costa rica

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Notary office in Costa Rica with official property documents and government stamps on a wooden desk

How to Buy Property in Costa Rica as a Foreigner: The Actual Step-by-Step

No brochure language, no glossed-over gotchas. A relocation consultant who bought his first property here in 2014 walks you through every step — offer, notary, escrow, due diligence, closing costs, and the beachfront trap nobody warns you about.

Jun 20, 2026

Aerial view of a Costa Rican hillside neighborhood with red-tiled roofs and tropical vegetation

Costa Rica Closing Costs and Property Taxes Explained

A verified breakdown of every tax and fee you will pay when buying, owning, or holding property in Costa Rica.

Jun 19, 2026

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