About Costa Rica

COST OF LIVING

Cost of Living in Costa Rica Despite having one of the highest standards of living and being one of the most expensive countries in Latin America, purchasing power is greater in Costa Rica than in the United States or Canada. The country is really a bargain compared to most places. I will explain all of the factors which make this statement true. San José's prices are the second lowest of any cities in the Americas; the cost of goods and services is among the lowest of any cities in the world. Corporate Resource Consulting firm that compares costs of goods and services rates San José among the least expensive cost-of -living cities in the world and second to Quito, Ecuador in the Americas. San Jose's cost of living, ranks close to the middle when compared to 118 cities worldwide. The cost of living in Guatemala City or Panama City is about 14% higher than in San José.

General Laws of Owning Property In matters of land and property ownership, foreigners and Costa Rican citizens have equal rights under the law. Foreigners do not have to live in Costa Rica to own property here. Registration of a Property: Costa Rican properties are registered at the Registro de la Propiedad (Property Registry) which keeps track of all the title registrations. It is a great resource for verifying the status of a title or claim associated with a property.

WHY CHOOSE COSTA RICA? One of the most popular vacation destinations An ecological country Stunning geography A democratic political structure Political stability Diversified climate An economy in full expansion Remarkable social services Well structured education system Nonexistent military budgets Peaceful, amiable and uncomplicated people Or maybe you have simply been here before and felt all of the above