As we head into the final days of the year, we couldn’t be prouder of what was accomplished for the Costa Rican real estate industry in 2022 – implementing the country’s first centralized MLS system. With over 2,000 listings uploaded and an active client portal, our anxiously awaited MLS system is now in action and being fully utilized. It was a long, long road to get to where we are today and we do not doubt that 2022 will be remembered by CRGAR members as the ‘Year of the MLS’.  Overview of our MLS System: In an effort to improve the quality and selections of the listings offered on o ..read more

Buying real estate is often one of the most significant investments that most people make in their lives.  It can come as a bit of a shock to North Americans or other foreigners that are considering purchasing real estate in Costa Rica that there are no official or required licensing requirements and the ‘industry’ is a bit like the Wild West. Unfortunately, there have been many times when a buyer or seller has trusted a so-called real estate agent in Costa Rica and has suffered disastrous consequences.  It isn’t just the real estate industry – many professions that are regulated el ..read more

It often came as a surprise to those searching for real estate in Costa Rica that there was no MLS system in place. CRGAR is thrilled to announce that this is changing soon! In September 2022, there will be a centralized system of Costa Rican MLS listings in place – a massive benefit for real estate professionals, buyers, and sellers.  Having a nationwide MLS system will encourage higher professional and ethical standards, improving our industry. The OMNI MLS system is a full-fledged, well-developed, and robust Multiple Listing Service that will encourage agent cooperation and collaborat ..read more

December 1, 2021 Original Publication Link: https://www.dentonsmunoz.com/en/insights/articles/2021/december/1/costa-rica-providers-of-rental-properties-for-tourism-must-complete-registration-with-the-ict In accordance with the Law for the Regulation of Non-Traditional Accommodation through Digital Platforms (Law 9742), the Costa Rica Tourism Board (ICT, for its acronym in Spanish) will manage a digital platform where those who offer rental services of properties for tourist purposes, as well as intermediaries or the platforms where these properties are offered (such as Airbnb or real estate of ..read more

We are happy to announce our newest sponsor: CR Fishing Charters They offer the finest sport fishing charter boats available in the Tamarindo area as well as Flamingo and Los Suenos.  Their staff has vast experience in deep sea fishing, fly fishing, catch and release, in-shore fishing and off-shore fishing, sportfishing, bottom fishing and shared fishing trips so you can enjoy every minute of your trip.  Costa Rica Fishing Charters gives you the opportunity to catch rooster fishing, marlin fishing, sailfish fishing, mahi-mahi fishing, yellow fin tuna and ..read more

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April: Classes: Jaco(4/3-4), Flamingo(4/5-6), San Jose(TBD) AGM 4/5 – Flamingo Beach Resort Conference Center View this email in your browser CRGAR Events – April, 2017 1) CRGAR Realtor Training Jaco, 3rd/4th, Mon/Tues – Flamingo, 5th/6th, Wed/Thu       KW Jaco Office               Flamingo Marina Resort Questions & to Request Registration – crgarrealtors@gmail.com $195.00 USD NOTE – If it has been 6&n ..read more

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