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So you just got the call!! Your agent is scheduling a showing for your property with a potential buyer. Time to get busy... Buyers are curious creatures and will look everywhere (yes, even in your medicine cabinet and sock drawer) Outside Roll up your garden hose Clean up kids toys Organize your garage/storage areas Sweep your patios If you have a pool, make sure it is clean and...

Your Agent and potential Buyer are 1 hour from arriving to your property..now what? As much as your agent is trying to stick to a "schedule" for their showings, keep in mind that a previous showing can take longer than expected or can be over much faster if the potential Buyer is not interested so...your agent may be a little early (or a little late) for your scheduled appointment. (a good agent will...

The agent and potential buyers have left; now what? After the agent finishes up with the potential buyer, he/she should provide you with feedback from the buyer. What they liked, what they did not like What is the likelihood that they would make an offer Are they planning a second showing? Any feedback that can assist with the next showing (for this buyer or others in...

Here are some important facts about property ownership in Costa Rica: ​ A foreigner has the same ownership rights as a Costa Rican (with one exception,, which is concession property ownership, which we will explain later) ​ You do not have to have residency to own a property in Costa Rica. ​ You can open up a bank account in your name or your Costa Rican corporation Yes,...

Buying a property in a foreign country can be scary and exciting at the same time. Take your time to interview a Real Estate Agent and make sure you trust him/her to have your best interest at heart. There are some important questions you can ask potential agents; How long have they been working in Real Estate? Do they do this as a full-time job? What is their area of expertise? (if they...

YEAH! You made it to closing day. You do not have to be present for closing if you cannot be here. (Your agent can video conference you in if you would like). The deed that will be recorded in the National Registry MUST be in Spanish! Your attorney will read the deed at time of closing and translate every word to you - in person, on video or to your representative that you give a limited power of...

What does an agent mean when they mention an "exclusive" or "open" listing agreement and what are the differences? Non-Exclusive aka. Open Listing * Agent makes listing live on the website * Open Listing Agreement * You share property information with every agent * Everyone represents you * Everyone can show your property * no marketing dollars spent * Every agent needs keys...