Insider Notes
Market notes from the coast.
Short, honest reads on what we’re seeing in Guanacaste — published when there’s something worth saying, not on a content calendar.
How much does it actually cost to buy property in Costa Rica?
A clear breakdown of what it really costs to buy property in Costa Rica in 2026: closing costs, transfer tax, legal fees, escrow, and the annual…
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Costa Rica property taxes, clearly explained.
How property taxes work in Costa Rica in 2026: the 0.25% annual property tax, the Luxury (Solidarity) Home Tax thresholds and progressive rates, who…
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The best Guanacaste areas for families.
Relocating to Costa Rica with kids? An honest, buyer-side look at the best Guanacaste communities for families — schools, healthcare access, safety…
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Is Costa Rica real estate a good investment?
An honest, buyer-side look at Costa Rica real estate as an investment in 2026: what drives demand on the Guanacaste Gold Coast, the role of rental…
Read the note →Guanacaste Market Notes — June 2026
Where rents and demand are concentrating, the costs newcomers still underestimate, and which corners of the coast offer genuine value right now.
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Guanacaste Market Notes — May 2026
Why green season is the honest season: what rain reveals about a property, the year-round floor under long-term rents, and where we'd look this month.
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Guanacaste Market Notes — April 2026
The post-season negotiating window, why Semana Santa is a stress test rather than a baseline, and the questions buyers asked us most.
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Guanacaste Market Notes — March 2026
What high season taught us about where demand really lives, the Liberia effect on buyer behavior, and the questions that defined the month.
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