@Steve JV
Canadian expat in Costa Rica
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Registration: 09 June 2015
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Palms project in San Juanillo by Justagirl8870
Anyone know about the details of the project Hyatt Regency is doing in San Juanillo? Sounds ginormous and will definitely increase land prices and water demand.
Hi -- I have no info .. maybe a call to Hyatt Regency head office and their Branding department could shed some light on this. Read More
Palms project in San Juanillo by Justagirl8870
Anyone know about the details of the project Hyatt Regency is doing in San Juanillo? Sounds ginormous and will definitely increase land prices and water demand.
Be VERY careful in that area regarding real estate -- EXTRA CAREFUL. !! I could tell you some stories about that area that are not good. But only in person would I tell them. --- It would seem to me to be highly unlikely that a brand like that would ... Read More
Great Canadian Communities in the Mountains by Kallison505
Hello All, I’m hoping you can help. I’m in my late 50’s, recently separated and looking to live the next part of my life to the fullest. I’m thinking Costa Rica fits the bill perfectly! I’ve heard the mountain region ...
Watch out !! The most dangerous thing for us gentlemen are the CR women. Especialy the country girls. Seriously. Go talk to Van or Andy out on Matapalo. Great guys and long time CR veterans. Say hi to them for me. Read More
Great Canadian Communities in the Mountains by Kallison505
Hello All, I’m hoping you can help. I’m in my late 50’s, recently separated and looking to live the next part of my life to the fullest. I’m thinking Costa Rica fits the bill perfectly! I’ve heard the mountain region ...
Hi Henrych ... I pioneered Osa Pen property as a surfer in the 1990's. I have lived and CR since 1976 -- pioneering the early days with a few others. You are probably in Vans development. For all of you who TRUELY WANT TO GET AWAY FROM IT ALL - ... Read More
I would like to find a job in Costa Rica by debzza
I am a nurse and my fiancé is in IT and we would like to find work in Costa Rica.
If you are NOT taking a job away from a Costa Rican or qualified resident you MIGHT find work as a English speaking health consultant at a health / wellness resort. I am not saying this is so ... just throwing a thought out there. You would have to ... Read More
Great Canadian Communities in the Mountains by Kallison505
Hello All, I’m hoping you can help. I’m in my late 50’s, recently separated and looking to live the next part of my life to the fullest. I’m thinking Costa Rica fits the bill perfectly! I’ve heard the mountain region ...
Oh my !!! Do your homework. 7 different life zones .. hundreds of micro climates. Maybe Ciudad Colon or Atenas ... 30 minutes or less to Los Reyes golf course. Maybe live in Los Reyes. The least rain in CR is 2 meters ... and that is west coast by ... Read More
Prefab homes for the maritime zone by JosieHyde
Hello, I'm looking for recommendations for prefab home builders. I have property in the maritime zone. Many thanks! Josie
Hi Josie - I have been here in CR for over 40 years. I have dealt with the maritime zone regarding developing and building in it since 1989. Over the years things have become more and more restrictive in building in the MZ . Even with a registered ... Read More
Capital gains tax on investment income - Portugal vs Costa Rica by lukeh
I have a relatively substantial ISA, a form of investment account that is tax exempt in the UK. I'm not required to pay CGT when I buy & sell investments within the account, and do not pay income tax when I withdraw funds. I am considering ...
Hi Luke .. Costa Rica doesn't currently tax revenue created outside the country. There are a ton of legal websites you an go to and review CR taxes. Good luck. Read More
how's the weather? by deniserizvi
Hi There! We are planning on moving to CR next spring from the eastern US. We will stay close to San Jose's Central Valley for reliable internet and proximity to the airport but would love some input about weather. I've been looking online ...
Hi -- been living in CR for 44 years. I am a serious surfer and thus a student of the weather. For my first 5 years I lived in the central valley near San Jose. The central valley has at least 10 different micro climates !!! The entire valley ... Read More
Kidnet Dialysis by Steve JV
Has anyone ever had Kidney dialysis done at a private hospital in Costa Rica or in the CAJA ?? -- and if so how much did it cost.???
Thanks so much cupacoffee !! Yes I have lived here nearly 40 years and understand the CAJA situation. Just wondered if anyone had prices for CIMA as they seem to be the only dialysis center. I have emailed them. Thanks again. Read More
Kidnet Dialysis
Has anyone ever had Kidney dialysis done at a private hospital in Costa Rica or in the CAJA ?? -- and if so how much did it cost.??? Read More