[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]In 2017, the Law 9428: Tax over legal entities came into force in Costa Rican legislation. Corporations that did not pay the corporate tax for three consecutive years or more were dissolved by the CR tax office. Because...
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...
What is the Definition of “Due Diligence” in Costa Rica Legal Transactions?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]In various legal transactions, you will often hear lawyers bandy about the term “due diligence,” particularly when it comes to property purchase transactions, property rental transactions, purchasing a business or...
How Does the Residential Renting Process Work In Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Renting a residential property in Costa Rica is governed, primarily, by the provisions of the Tenancy Law (Ley General de Arrendamientos Urbanos y Suburbanos). Rental contracts are considered as being long-term rental...
Gut Health, Bright Health
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Why is it so essential to maintain good gut health, and how does this impact your day-to-day life? Hello, my fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, working moms, students and you. I hope you feel energetic and productive...
What are the Most Common Forms of Holding Real Property Interests in Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]In Costa Rica, the three common forms of holding real property interests are: registered title properties, right of possession properties and concession leasehold properties. Each of these three real property interests...
Surviving in Times of Crisis
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Hoping you are well, let's welcome April, my fellow entrepreneurs! Too much unfortunate news around the world during March, for sure, makes us worried, anxious and wondering. But, how do we get to live our lives despite...
Women Empowerment
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]I welcome March with a special salutation to all the women around the world: Happy International Women’s Day! Every year on March 8, we celebrate a day to recognize women in culture, politics and business, and to inspire...
Becoming Unstuck
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Dear entrepreneurs: Let's welcome February with a positive vibe. A new month brings a unique opportunity to get a new project done. This article is for anyone needing to get liberated from carrying heavy baggage...
How are Property Purchase Closing Costs Calculated in Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]For expats moving to Costa Rica and purchasing a home, it is useful to have ready information available to calculate the amount of funds that will be required for closing on any given property purchase transaction. The...
Perfect Harmony
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Happy 2022 beginning to all! Beginnings are the perfect time to look ahead and start making our to-do and purpose list. My mission in this article is to show you a way to create a harmonious and balanced plan that helps...
Condo Living
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The term “condominium” in Costa Rica refers to a legal property entity registered in the National Registry as such. There are specifications on a master plan as to the dimensions, location...












