I am a naturalized citizen of Costa Rica. I first arrived (from the U.S.) in 2001 to broker a deal that sold one of the country’s premier private universities to a U.S. publicly-held education company. Since 2004 I’ve arranged eco-intensive Costa Rica vacation tours to locations throughout the country, as well as Nicaragua, Panama and Colombia. In addition to serving as an agent with the Coldwell Banker Dominical Realty team since 2015, I offer Expat Consulting and conduct guided Expat Tours.
Scott Bowers represented us on the sale of our farm in Balsar, Costa Rica. Since it was a large farm, it required some specific marketing. Scott stayed with the job until it was sold and successfully closed. There were a number of challenges in the process of selling, and Scott worked diligently to find solutions. He was an excellent communicator and kept us informed about all developments. He listened to our input and responded positively. Scott was transparent and trustworthy throughout the process, and we recommend him highly to anyone buying or selling property in Costa Rica.
John and Anne Foster
If you follow me regularly, you already know that I tend to be pretty positive about Costa Rica.And why wouldn’t I be?I’ve lived here for more than two and a half decades. I’m a real estate broker who helps people relocate here, and despite all of its imperfections, Costa Rica is still the country I choose to call home.But I don’t want to be Pollyannish about it either.Costa Ri...
For many years, one of the biggest differences between buying real estate in Costa Rica and buying a home in the United States or Canada was financing.Historically, most foreign buyers purchased property with cash.Conventional mortgages were difficult to obtain, seller financing was often the only realistic option, and many buyers simply assumed they would need to liquidate inv...
Almost every foreign buyer eventually encounters a Costa Rica property listing that causes a bit of confusion.You are browsing homes and come across what appears to be a beautiful, completely detached villa. It has its own entrance, outdoor living space, and perhaps even a private yard. Then you notice that it is described as a condominium.“How can that be?” you may wonder. “It...
One of the biggest surprises for people buying rural property in Costa Rica is learning that finding water on your land doesn’t automatically mean you have the legal right to use it.Whether it’s a crystal-clear spring emerging from a hillside, a creek flowing across your property, or even groundwater beneath your feet, the water itself is considered a public resource under Cos...
Jungle Retreat Center in Platanillo with Yoga Shala, Glamping, and River Access
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Costa Rica Expat Properties
Your mountain or beach dream home can be found here. Scott Bowers is an agent with Coldwell Banker - Vesta Group - Costa Rica, serving the Southern Pacific coast and mountainous area of Perez Zeledon. The Southern Zone is the most pristine and untouched area left in Costa Rica and a great place to consider for Costa Rica expat living. Connect with me to start living your dream life in Costa Rica!
