The Lure of Costa Rica
This small country becomes the new home for many people every year. Real estate investors, thrill seekers, nature lovers, retirees, people wanting a tax break It’s an escape to a new paradise that isn’t so far from home in the US or Canada.
It’s certainly true with this little country that wonderful things come in small packages.
Close in size to West Virginia, 5% of the Earth’s species are in Costa Rica. Tropical rainforests filled with over 1000 orchid species and abundant exotic animals. There are over six active and over fifty dormant volcanoes.
Costa Rica possesses the most stable democracy in Central America. This promotes real investment opportunities as well as social stability inside its borders.
You won’t feel like you’re living in some “third world country.” The Costa Rican technology infrastructures provide networks for a multitude of radio and TV stations, cell phone access, and internet access.
Medical doctors speak English and have been educated in the United States. People from all over the world go there to find low-cost cosmetic surgery.
This little country means ‘low cost’ for all who come. Financial opportunities exist here for anyone with the desire and capital. Lucrative investments will be found here for many years in the future.
Investments in real estate often return 200-300% per annum.
You can purchase a truly great home near the water for less than $30,000. But as you know, location is vital when dealing with real estate. So take your time and make a wise choice about location. Many local real estate agents will be happy to assist you. And a trip to see the lay of the land would be smart.
The existing real estate investment bonanza owes itself to more than favorable prices. The Costa Rican government has been generous with providing attractive tax laws for investors and foreign expatriates. Retirees from the United States won’t have their social security taxed. The low cost of living expenses are of course attractive to everyone.
Ashley is a world traveler and a long time fan of the beauties of Costa Rica. She has a travel tips site for Costa Rica at http://www.costaricaabroad.com/
