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Real Benefits for Small Business Owners
The impact of AI adoption goes beyond operational efficiency. For small business owners in Costa Rica, implementing AI solutions means:
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Reform of Law N° 10.165: New Measures to Support Sectors Severely Affected by Sanitary Restrictions
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]On August 19th, 2024, significant reform to Law N° 10165 law “Ley para Sustituir Temporalmente la Aplicación de la Sanción de Cierre de Negocios y...
From Crisis to Clean-Up: Costa Rica’s Battle Against Garbage Overload “Solutions?”
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica faces an escalating garbage crisis, according to the Minister of Health, Mary Munive AngerMuller. She warns that without immediate and...
The Impact of Costa Rica’s Free Trade Zones: Benefits for Foreign and Local Businesses
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica has strategically positioned itself as a hub for international business and investment through its comprehensive network of Free Trade Zones...
What is Apostille, and how do you do it in Canada for legal documents or certificates to be valid in Costa Rica?
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Hague Convention with the Apostille certification, is an international treaty facilitating the circulation of public documents executed in...
Costa Rica is a Strategic Business Partner in the Americas
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] Costa Rica stands as a beacon of opportunity in the Americas, not only due to its strategic location and environmental credentials but also because of...
Whale Watching vs. Whaling: Charting a Sustainable Path Forward
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Economic and Environmental Case for Transitioning from Whaling to Whale Watching In the ongoing global debate over marine conservation, the shift...
Guanacaste Rising: Unveiling the Region’s Robust Growth in Tourism and Business
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Guanacaste, one of Costa Rica's most vibrant provinces, is seeing significant growth thanks to a combination of strategic investments in tourism and...
Latin America’s minimum wage divide: Costa Rica Highest
[vc_row][vc_column css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]QCOSTARICA -- Costa Rica has the highest minimum wage in Latin America, around US$680 monthly, according to a study by Statista, an increase of 1.83 % compared to...
The Push to Replace Lithium Batteries: Embracing Graphene for a Sustainable Future
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]As we advance further into the era of technology, the need for safer and more sustainable energy storage solutions becomes increasingly critical....
Reform of Section 91 of the Traffic Law: An Analysis from an Immigration Law Perspective
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] On April 22, 2024, the reform of Section 91 of Law 9078, the Law of Traffic on Public Roads and Road Safety, was published in the Official Newspaper...
Forging the Future: Costa Rica’s Plan to Become a Global Semiconductor Powerhouse
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica has announced its ambitious strategy to become a leading semiconductor hub on the global stage. The plan emphasizes the development of...
The Double-Edged Sword: Costa Rica’s Rising Colón and Its Economic Implications
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In Costa Rica, a strong U.S. dollar traditionally supports key economic sectors, such as tourism and exports, by making the country more competitive...
Navigating Common Taxes in Costa Rica: Essential Information for Corporations and Property Owners
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica offers a dynamic environment for businesses and property investments, but understanding the local tax landscape is crucial for compliance...
Learn To Recognize FAKE SINPE
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]QCOSTARICA -- Every year 3.7 million transfers are made through the National Electronic Payment System, SINPE Movil, according to data from the Banco...
Retirement and Health Wellness Communities for the Aging Expats
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]There is a budding necessity for combined retirement and health & wellness communities in Costa Rica, especially given the increasing age of the...
Maritime-Terrestrial Zone Regulations: Developing touristic projects in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica is commonly recognized for its nature, diverse wildlife, and stunning beaches. This country's natural beauty is not a coincidence; the Costa...
Attention Retired Real Estate Professionals & LOCALS: Unlock Your Expertise and Join Our Thriving Venture in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]As a Houston-based valuation company, Property Analytix has established itself as a leader in the real estate industry. With a proven track record of...
Building Permits “Pura Vida” Land
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Many new buyers may want to develop their Costa Rican land acquisitions. Regardless of whether the development plan is for a family vacation home, condominium complex, or hotel, the owners of Costa Rican development...
The 2024 Americas Summit Costa Rica: Exploring Innovation, Sustainability, and Collaboration in the Heart of Central America
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] PRESS RELEASE DENVER, CO (April 22, 2024) – The Biennial of the Americas, in collaboration with the Colorado Office of Economic Development &...
The Future of Green Energy in Costa Rica: Integrating Thermal Energy Storage with Renewables
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The recent decrease in water levels in Lake Arenal, a critical source of hydropower in Costa Rica, has raised pressing questions about the country's...
What You Need to Know About the Mandatory Declaration for 2024
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]A new Resolution MH-DGT-ICD-RES-0005-2024, published in “Alcance N. 53”, modifies the General Scope Joint Resolution for the Transparency and Final...