If you've been waiting for the right moment to explore Costa Rica, this is it. With cheap flights to Costa Rica in 2026, now is the time to discover the country's beauty, lifestyle, and real estate opportunities with the Paradise Investment Team at RE/MAX Oceanside. Why Flights to Costa Rica Are More Affordable Than Ever in 2026 Travel data for 2026 is showing remarkable price drops on flights to...
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Costa Rica named one of the World's Best Travel Destinations in 2026 Costa Rica continues to shine on the global stage—and 2026 is no exception. Recently recognized by the BBC as one of the top 20 travel destinations for 2026, Costa Rica stands out for its breathtaking biodiversity, sustainable tourism, and wide range of natural experiences. From its rainforests and volcanoes to pristine coastlines...
Tamales for Christmas in Costa Rica are more than just a seasonal dish—they are a symbol of cultural identity, family tradition, and community spirit. In Jaco Beach and the surrounding areas of the Central Pacific, the preparation and sharing of tamales marks one of the most meaningful culinary traditions of the holiday season. In this article, we explore the rich history of tamales in Costa Rica,...
Looking for a modern oceanfront luxury home in Jaco Beach that offers sustainability, elegance, and every amenity imaginable? This exceptional property combines high-end architecture with eco-conscious living — and it's located in one of Costa Rica’s most desirable beachfront communities. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the highlights of this incredible property, from its integrated solar...
Paying electric and water bills There is 1 electric company in Costa Rica called ICE. When you purchase your property, your real estate agent and/or your attorney should give you a NISE number. This is a 7 digit number that identifies your properties account number with ICE. You have a few options to pay your bill with your NISE number; You can bring colones (local Costa Rican currency) and go to...
Option 1: You would like to do this yourself In order for you to get your home ready to sell, make sure it is "show-ready" and have all your relevant paperwork ready to send to the buyer's agent for due diligence. 🤔Keep in mind that you will have very limited exposure unless someone drives past your property to take down your phone number. 🤔You will have no way to pre-qualify your potential...
How long have you been selling real estate, and what is your success rate? What is your area of expertise? (If they tell you that they sell the entire country or province, I would be concerned!)! No way they can be an expert in that large of an area. What kind of marketing materials can they provide? What is their marketing plan? Ask questions to find out how connected they are in your area of...
1. Make sure the Listing Agreement has the correct FINCA number (also referred to as Matricula or Folio Real). This number should consist of 4 parts: A property number consists of three or four parts: * The number of the province (Costa Rica has 7 provinces). * The property number (matricula or número de Finca). * In case the property is in a condominium, the number is followed by an...
In order to prepare a closing statement (financial tracking sheet for all the funds exchanging), your agent will need to prorate all the utility bills,... so they will need Last 3 months of your electric bills (typically from ICE - national electric company), account number (NISE number), payment due date and cycle date. Last 3 months of your water bills (example from AYA - water company), account...