Covering the Mountains and Beaches
of Costa Rica's Southern Zone

Bienvenidos!

A naturalized citizen of Costa Rica, I first arrived from the U.S. in 2001 to broker the sale of one of the country’s premier private universities to a publicly held American education company. Captivated by Costa Rica’s beauty and lifestyle, I made it my permanent home.

Since 2004, I’ve built a deep professional and personal connection to this region — first by operating eco-intensive vacation and expat tours throughout Costa Rica, and later by helping countless individuals and families find their ideal home or investment in paradise.

I joined the Coldwell Banker Dominical Realty team in 2015 and have since specialized in both the Southern Zone mountain regions and coastal communities, giving my clients a rare, balanced perspective on the two very distinct worlds Costa Rica offers. In addition to my real estate practice, I continue to provide Expat Consulting and conduct personalized Expat Tours for those exploring relocation.

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Your Mountain & Beach Agent

Before moving to Costa Rica, I practiced tax and corporate transactional law in North and South Carolina and worked extensively in business valuation and mergers & acquisitions, advising companies across diverse industries.

My wife, originally from Colombia and now also a Costa Rican citizen, and I married in 2009 and share seven grown children. I’m a lifelong surfer, nature enthusiast, and writer. For more than a decade, I’ve blogged about Costa Rican life and authored The Definitive Guide to Costa Rica Expat Living, a widely read resource for aspiring expats.

I’m proud to be a member of both the Costa Rica Global Association of Realtors (CRGAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). I hold the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation and am a Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Specialist. In 2021 and 2022, I was recognized as a member of the Coldwell Banker Diamond Society, and in 2023, 2024, and 2025 of the Sterling Society—prestigious designations awarded exclusively to top-performing agents globally for outstanding sales results.

My guiding principle — my “MO” — is to serve as a truly unbiased consultant, helping clients experience both the lush mountains and the coastal lifestyle of Costa Rica’s Southern Zone so they can make the most informed, confident decision for their future.

Pura Vida,

Scott

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01/08/2026 Costa Rica Mortgages for Expats: What U.S. & Canadian Buyers Need to Know

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...

24/07/2026 Understanding Condominium Ownership in Costa Rica

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...

22/07/2026 Understanding Water Concessions Before You Buy or Build

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...

09/07/2026 Does Costa Rica Have an MLS? The Answer Has Changed

One of the most common questions I hear from North American buyers is:"Does Costa Rica have an MLS like we do in the United States or Canada?"The answer today is...No—at least not quite yet.And understanding the difference can save you a tremendous amount of frustration during your property search.The Good NewsCosta Rica's real estate industry has been moving steadily toward a...