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@neffdave

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American looking for information about Costa Rica

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American

Lives in Monteverde, Limón

Speaks english and spanish

Registration: 07 November 2020

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neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
GuestPoster314

Animal Transport by GuestPoster314

Hi All, I've done my due diligence regarding transporting several animals to CR. All my research led to chartering a plane. Doing so is costly but seems to be the only option that fits my needs. I'm wondering if anyone on this site moved ...

neffdave

It all sounds nerve racking but give you all so much credit for the time you take the love you have for your pets. I have 2 small dogs, one has a stable medical issue and at times he coughs and gags especially when he stands up in his carrier and ... Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
zgeran

Unsolved crime in Jaco..where do I start? by zgeran

If I wanted to question an unsolved crime in Jaco Beach where would I start? A serious crime

neffdave

Hello. I do not live in CR. Not sure why they have me down as living in Costa Rica but I dont. Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
CollSush

visiting costa rica with intent to reside long term by CollSush

hello all, we are a couple heading into retirement and looking to more to an affordable, yet enjoyable place to live out our sunset years. costa rica and the area around lake arenal being one of the options that come highly recommended, we would ...

neffdave

The information you give is wonderful and very helpful. Unfortunately, your disdain for Trump is so obvious, and it doesn’t help the primary idea of your post. He got the cocktail not because he’s rich and famous simply because it ... Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
fakeplasticvero

Thoughts on buying a house in Costa Rica by fakeplasticvero

Hi there. I have about a million questions but I'll try to be brief. My husband and I, along with another couple are interested in buying a home in Costa Rica as a vacation home and possibly to rent out when we're not there. I realize that searching ...

neffdave

LlHolly. This information you gave here is EXCELLENT!! It all sounds so stressful buying a home or property there. Guess some people thrive on the hunt for the house and deal with the issues as they go. Thanks Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
MiraWin

Shopping in Costa Rica? by MiraWin

Where do y’all shop. I’m serious... We’ve been to Costa Rica a few times, but mostly stayed in smaller towns and villages. It’s one thing to shop for souvenirs, but other stuff? The grocery stores had quite a bit, but ...

neffdave

Actually your questions are not ADHD-esque at all and things everyone who is new would like to know. Thanks for posting. Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
usexpat707

Single male retiree from US - dating options by usexpat707

I am a single male in US, just turned 50. I am considering relocating to Costa Rica, and live a relaxed, semi-retired lifestyle. This will be a new chapter in my life, and I will be re-inventing many parts of it. Fortunately I have enough means that ...

neffdave

As we all know, there are good and bad people in every country on Earth. Men need to think with the head on their necks and keep aware and pay attention to who the girl you like is hanging with. If she immediately bring her “brother” ... Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
Catherine_Greene

Vaccines in Costa Rica by Catherine_Greene

Hello, I hope someone might be able to help me. My daughter is thinking of staying out in Costa Rica and she is currently out there without any travel vaccines. Please could someone advise where she might be able to book an appointment to get ...

neffdave

Thank you so much. Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
Catherine_Greene

Vaccines in Costa Rica by Catherine_Greene

Hello, I hope someone might be able to help me. My daughter is thinking of staying out in Costa Rica and she is currently out there without any travel vaccines. Please could someone advise where she might be able to book an appointment to get ...

neffdave

The CDC website very clearly states that travelers going to CR need a bunch of shots but then they specify some if you are coming from a S. American Country. I know at least 7 people who have traveled to CR and one who lives there temporarily and ... Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
dkor

How Does Caja Work ? by dkor

Dear expats - I see there has been a lot of discussion about Caja, but I'm not quite finding the answers to my questions - so please forgive me if this has been answered before and I am just not finding it. My spouse and I are applying for ...

neffdave

Thank you much. I love when things are spelled out easily. Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
usexpat707

Single male retiree from US - dating options by usexpat707

I am a single male in US, just turned 50. I am considering relocating to Costa Rica, and live a relaxed, semi-retired lifestyle. This will be a new chapter in my life, and I will be re-inventing many parts of it. Fortunately I have enough means that ...

neffdave

Sounds like you are describing inner city America and Rural America as I have worked in both situations AND by the way birth control is very easy to get in the US. Look up Title X. No one should criticize a culture’s belief system if ... Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
zgeran

Unsolved crime in Jaco..where do I start? by zgeran

If I wanted to question an unsolved crime in Jaco Beach where would I start? A serious crime

neffdave

What is this unsolved crime people are talking about in Jaco? Sounds like it’s serious maybe murder or major robbery or assault? Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
Julien

New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Costa Rica forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...

neffdave

The more I read what people who live in CR are saying the more I am thinking of postponing of trying to live there in anyway greater than 90 days. Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
teachdejaD

******Planning on moving to costa rica few questions ******HELP :))) by teachdejaD

Hello everyone I am planning on moving to Costa Rica by next year. I have been searching and doing my own information but there are a few questions that I still have. I was hoping anyone can help me answer them if not all some. It would be greatly ...

neffdave

With all the turmoil and horrific issues Nicaragua has been through I wouldn't consider it either. Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
teachdejaD

******Planning on moving to costa rica few questions ******HELP :))) by teachdejaD

Hello everyone I am planning on moving to Costa Rica by next year. I have been searching and doing my own information but there are a few questions that I still have. I was hoping anyone can help me answer them if not all some. It would be greatly ...

neffdave

Hello. I hope the person who posted that is not thinking that every country's problem is due to Americans as Americans for the most part make countries better and move them up from 3rd world mindset at times, not always into 1st ... Read More

neffdave replied to a thread
3 years ago
Bamistad1

Investigating best way to retire in Costa Rica by Bamistad1

Hello, I was born in Argentina, European parents, I am also British & Canadian Wife Mirta is Peruvian, my wife and I are seriously looking into retiring in the southern part of Costa Rica. We are both fluent in Spanish as well :) I have just ...

neffdave

well said. Read More