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Can a Foreigner Acquire a Beachfront Property Interest in Costa Rica?
Yes—but it depends on whether the land is private titled property or part of Costa Rica’s Maritime Terrestrial Zone (ZMT), where the rules are completely different. The confusion usually starts with one simple fact: many “beachfront” listings are not fee-simple...
Water Availability
Building a house in Costa Rica: why water comes first, not last When you picture your dream home in Costa Rica, you probably imagine ocean breezes, howler monkeys in the distance and a lush green backdrop. You probably do not imagine queuing at a municipal office...
MOVING TO COSTA RICA?
Hundreds of decisions to make...watch the Quatro Legal video to learn more. https://youtu.be/KDduGCA2KpE Quatro Legal offers comprehensive legal and practical support for individuals and families planning to move to Costa Rica. Their services are specifically tailored...
The Role of Sustainability in Costa Rican Business: How Green Practices Can Drive Success
Sustainability: Costa Rica’s Secret to Thriving Businesses In the heart of Central America, Costa Rica isn’t just going green—it’s pioneering sustainability into a significant driver for economic prosperity. With lush eco-tourism resorts, carbon-neutral coffee...
Why Should Flooding Be a Consideration When Purchasing Property in Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]The question asked in this article title may appear to have a very obvious answer. However, the inquiry required in Costa Rica is much more extensive than a would-be property purchaser may first envision. The...
Understanding the Real Estate Market
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]I have over 30 years of combined experience as primarily a real estate attorney, in both Canada and Costa Rica, and also a law degree from each jurisdiction (English common law and Roman civil law, respectively), and a...
What is the Difference in the Due Diligence Required when Buying a Building Lot?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]When you purchase a completed home in Costa Rica, issues such as the correct zoning, the availability of utilities and access, are most likely not to be a concern. Your main concerns will be to obtain a reliable home...
What is the Legal Closing Process for a Property Purchase Transaction in Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica uses the Roman civil legal system, which is the legal system used by the majority of countries in continental western Europe and Latin America. It is a more formal and document-oriented legal system than the...
What is the Impact of the Purchase and Sale Agreement on a Property Purchase Transaction?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] When entering into a property purchase transaction in Costa Rica, the purchase and sale agreement — the initial formal legal document that binds the parties to the transaction — deserves the undivided attention of the parties, but...
What are the Social Compromises Necessary for Expats Moving to Live in Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] This article would be more apt under a “social” rather than a “legal” due diligence category. But I believe that after 24 years of living in Costa Rica — 19 of them practicing law — a reflection on these social...
How Does Concession Property Differ From Titled Property?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] What are the differences between registered title properties and concession leasehold properties in Costa Rica? This outlines the key distinctions and considerations, particularly for foreign ownership. Registered title...