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@Joancr

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American

Lives in Paraiso, guancaste

Speaks English and Spanish

Registration: 28 February 2012

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Joancr replied to a thread
5 months ago
RootBeer-GMT

Potential retirement spots in Central America by RootBeer-GMT

Primarily looking for potential retirement spots in Central America.  Belize and Costa Rica have been suggested, as has El Salvador.  My concern is that the latter might be way over priced property wise for what you get in ...

Joancr

@rainagain great answer and I agree wirh all after 24 years in CR Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
6 years ago
rocketman58

Is CBD oil legal in Costa Rica by rocketman58

We are moving to CR and hoping CBD oil and all its benefits is legal in CR and legal to import

Joancr

you can't even import pet medicine as I tried! stuck in aduana. I am sure you won't have trouble bringing it in in a suitcase but importation is another matter. Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
6 years ago
Shmooze

Realtor recommendations for Tamarindo by Shmooze

We will be visiting Tamarindo CR in July to check out the area and look at some properties for a possible move there. Does anyone have any recommendations of Realtors for that area? Appreciate your time and suggestions. Thank you,

Joancr

I love ABC realty in Tamarindo. I am using them right now to sell my place which is under contract. Super professional. I chose them in part because I have known of Jogi the owner for about 12 years. My agent Karen has done a great job. Highly ... Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

The best apps for expats in Costa Rica by Priscilla

Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in Costa Rica. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move ...

Joancr

Waze everywhere even for just figuring out how much time to allow. XE for currency exchange WhatsApp for any kind of communication needs Facebook for keeping up with local happenings Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
7 years ago
tennyC

buying instead of renting in Costa rica by tennyC

Hi. I,m Tenny I have been back to Tamarindo for 3 yrs now I,m a resin artist and retired early I would like to know anyone who has bought property or a house in the Lagarto community, what is it like now I have a unit in mind to purchase but ...

Joancr

If you are already in Tamarindo, I would suggest you go to Lagarto and look for the things you are interested in having. Bank and gas do not. The closest place would either be Nosara, Santa Cruz or Tamarindo. I live half way in between the two. Go ... Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
7 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

I know a lot about the area as I have lived close for 12 years. Nothing about the development but I can probably tell you whatever you need to know about the area Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
7 years ago
jose1954

Uber - San Jose/ escazu by jose1954

Will my app. for Uber in the states work in CR or do I need a different app.? Is Uber pretty reliable and easily available in valley area? Thanks!

Joancr

Same app works...the only complication is that the driver can't call u on your US number. I change contact phone numbers but it is not as easy as it sounds. I use it in Colombia, Costa Rica and US. Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
7 years ago
Celadon

Use Waze, skip GPS? by Celadon

Hola, amigos! Our March visit plans are taking shape! A question for Costa Rican dwellers: I purchased the "international travel pass" from Verizon which turns out to be essentially the same price as changing SIM cards etc., plus all ...

Joancr

Absolutely cancel GPS. Waze is way better! Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
8 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

yes i do in the development Tierra Pacifica Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
8 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

Yes, $500 per person Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
8 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

Problem is they can do anything they want but I regularly travel with more than $500 worth but I try not to make it obvious and just be prepared if they feel like hasseling you Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
8 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

$500 exemption and be prepared to show receipts if necessary Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
9 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

I have a b&b in Junquillal named Hotelito Si Si Si (google it) and am about 30 min from the site. I also have an ocean view lot for sale. I have had many potential buyers from there stay here. There are stores and restaurants here as well. Not ... Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
9 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

Personally I would buy all of those things myself. There are plenty of appliance stores in Santa Cruz and usually if they have what you need, Coopeguanacaste has 2 stores with nice appliances and small kitchen machines. There is also J&G ... Read More

Joancr replied to a thread
9 years ago
Brooksy

Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy

Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/

Joancr

I think you have to add me as a contact before you can message me Read More