When contemplating moving to Costa Rica from Vancouver Island, British Columbia in 1999 most of my friends were ready to have me committed to an asylum.  How could you even think about leaving this paradise.   A good friend who I admired (CEO of one of BC’s largest lumber companies) sent me a note:   Michael - “All men dream: but not equally, those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dream with open eyes, to make it possible.”   T.E ..read more

Many people ask about Peninsula Papagayo because it is often mentioned in the news due to its popularity with the rich and famous. In this blog we cover, not only where the peninsula is located, but also the history, climate, flora, fauna and more. Introduction to Papagayo Peninsula The Papagayo Peninsula is a stunning stretch of land located on the northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica. It is renowned for its natural beauty, pristine beaches, and world-class resorts. The area is part of the Guanacaste province and is bordered by the Gulf of Papagayo on one side and lush tropical forests on ..read more

The Basics of Choosing a Building Lot You fell in love with Costa Rica and after looking at all the built homes in the area you decided that you want to buy a lot and build. If you haven’t built a house from scratch before than this guide will be quite useful. Even If you have built a home in the past this will help you avoid pitfalls particular to Costa Rica and keep you on the right track. Before we go any further, we must assume that you have hired an experienced realtor who will ensure the basics are covered that apply to any lot purchase: There are legally verified utilities in place t ..read more

The short answer on building or buying Let us state right up front: we're not saying "don't build a home in Costa Rica". We're just showing you all the options, including the best way to build a custom home from scratch. Having said that, the short answer to the frequently asked question of whether to buy a suitable lot and build or buy an existing home is quite simple: If you find an existing home that fits your needs and falls within your budget - BUY IT!  After all, the reason you are coming down to Costa Rica is to slide into the hassle-free lifestyle and enjoy your time in Pura Vid ..read more

It's Smart to find a professional real estate agent Most Buyers and Sellers in the coastal regions of Costa Rica are not native to the area so it seems like common sense that they would seek out advice from a seasoned and professional Agent. One that works in a well-established agency to guide them through the purchase or sale process of a property in a foreign county. I think we would all agree with that statement so far. Suffice it to say that most Real Estate Agents and Real Estate Companies will claim they are the wisest and most knowledgeable. There are definitely quality individuals and ..read more

99. Costa Rica is 99% green. It is almost totally carbon free, and the most environmentally protective country in the world and most of it still looks like it did when the dinosaurs walked the earth. You have to love and respect somewhere, which places nature above money. This haven will blow you away. 98. Hiking. There are so many spectacular places to hike; National Parks, volcanoes and mountains that the scenery seems to go on and on forever. You could spend eternity clunking around this little paradise and never see all there is to see; there is an endless supply of “secret spots.” 97. T ..read more

Helping Less Fortunate Kids - La Paz Tempisque School 12th annual 5K and kids beach race There is no doubt the real estate market has been doing very well in the Papagayo area of Costa Rica and many of our agents have had record breaking years. What is even more impressive is the leadership that our agents have shown by not only being involved in their communities, but getting involved and giving back in a big way. Joseph Emanuelli is putting the words of the Tres Amigos Realty Group Mission Statement into action: “…Tres Amigos Realty Group and all of its Agents have a vested interest in Costa ..read more

Well, it is time again for another boring Papagayo Area Real Estate Market Update. In case you had your head in the sand the last 2 years you would know that the real estate market in Costa Rica has been completely affected by the global pandemic.  At the beginning of the pandemic, we were busy feeding our less than fortunate friends and neighbors and then dealing with closed borders and hesitancy to travel even though the borders have been completely open for over a year and a half.  If you would rather read about the lighter side of life in Paradise then just stop reading here.&nb ..read more