Well Water Rules for Guanacaste Real Estate

Well Water Rules for Guanacaste Real Estate

When people buy a property in Guanacaste with an existing well, they usually assume two things: that the well is legal and that it will remain available for private use. Unfortunately, neither assumption is always correct. This is the story of a client who discovered...
Boundary Dispute in Guanacaste

Boundary Dispute in Guanacaste

Welcome to Líos Legales, our series on Guanacaste’s most common property disputes — and how to win them before they start. Episode 01: the boundary line. Spoiler: the fence doesn’t rule, the registered survey does. When a French couple purchased a property...
Landlord and Tenant Rights in Costa Rica

Landlord and Tenant Rights in Costa Rica

Renting in Costa Rica is governed mainly by the Ley General de Arrendamientos Urbanos y Suburbanos, which sets out the rights and duties of both landlords and tenants. Whether you are leasing out a property or renting one, knowing these rules protects you from common...
Buying Property in Costa Rica, Step by Step

Buying Property in Costa Rica, Step by Step

Buying property in Costa Rica is very achievable for foreigners, who enjoy the same ownership rights as citizens in most cases. But the process differs from what buyers from the US, Canada, or Europe may expect. Here is how a typical purchase unfolds. Step 1 — Due...
Due Diligence in Costa Rica Before You Buy

Due Diligence in Costa Rica Before You Buy

Signing a purchase agreement for a home is only the beginning. Before closing, a buyer should go through a due diligence period, the time to inspect the property and review the important information before the sale is final. In Costa Rica, this step, often called due...