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.
I was leery buying a home in Costa Rica. Scott made the process almost enjoyable. He found my perfect home. I highly recommend Scott, he is well known, in this area, for his level of integrity.
Daniel W. Ray, M.S. L.P.C.
Two taxes tend to cause the most confusion for foreign buyers of real estate in Costa Rica: the capital gains tax and the luxury home tax. Neither is especially complicated, but both are often misunderstood, particularly by buyers coming from countries with very different tax systems. This overview focuses on the points that matter most in real-world transactions, without getti...
One of the most misunderstood aspects of real estate in Costa Rica is the Maritime Zone Law. To understand both the opportunity and the risk, it’s important to understand how the maritime zone was created, how concessions work, and why these properties are generally better suited to commercial projects than private residential homes.Costa Rica’s Maritime Zone, known...
For many expats considering a move to Costa Rica, permaculture has become more than a farming method. It represents a lifestyle choice rooted in self-sufficiency, ecological responsibility, food security, and a closer relationship with the land. As a result, a growing number of buyers are now asking not just “Where should I live?” but “Where can I best practic...
If you’ve bought or sold property in Costa Rica, especially in rural, mountain, or coastal areas, you’ve probably heard an attorney or escrow agent ask for a “water letter” from the local ASADA or AyA.
At first glance, this often feels unnecessary. The house already has a water meter. Water is flowing. Bills are being paid. So why would anyone need a le...
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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!
