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Why C.R.?
Why Invest In Costa Rica?
1. Political and economic stability:
No military presence since 1948 – the oldest democratic government in Latin America.
The current President has received the Nobel Prize for peace and welcomes foreign investment capital, offering excellent incentives.
Large multinational corporations are investing in Costa Rica, such as: HP, Procter and Gamble, Microsoft, Intel, Four Seasons, Marriott, Hilton, Ritz Carlton, Hyatt are just a few of them.
2. Safe and secure – Foreign investment Guarantees:
Foreigners have the same rights to own property as Costa Ricans
100% Foreign ownership
3. World wide popular eco – tourist destination:
High occupancy rates for great rental returns.
4. Excellent health and education:
High level of education: over 99% literacy rate
50% of the locals speak English
Free medical health care
Offers one of the longest life spans in the world
5. Easy access from several international locations:
Direct access from USA and Europe
Growing number of international airlines fly direct to Costa Rica
2 ½ hour flight from USA
6. No capital gain taxes:
Under habitual activities
7. Extremely low property taxes:
Almost nil: 0,25% per year
8. Legal services:
Attorney representation.
Title insurance.
Escrow services
Corporation/Association ownership
9. Rising property demand – high return:
Baby boomer retirees
Second home owners
Rental property
10. Double quality life – half the price:
Living in C.R. offers a lot of incentives to retirees, who find extremely appealing the mix of the high quality of life with the low living cost.
Costa Rica is an excellent retirement destination.