Foreign buyer comparing personal ownership and SRL ownership for property in Costa Rica

Buying Property in Costa Rica: SRL vs. Personal Name (2026)

Finding the right property in Costa Rica is only part of making a successful investment. Before signing a purchase agreement…
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Notary stamping a property deed

Buyer, Beware: Now You’re the Withholding Agent.

Protect Your Closing and Your Wallet Thinking about buying or selling property in Costa Rica? There’s a new twist at…
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Costa Rica’s New 12.75% Airbnb Tax (2026)

Costa Rica’s New 12.75% Airbnb Tax (2026): What Property Owners and Expats Need to Know Before It’s Too Late

What Is the New 12.75% Airbnb Tax Coming in 2026? Does This Tax Apply to All Rentals or Just Airbnb?…
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Residence permit

Types of Residence

(Pensionado, Rentista, Inversionista, Vinculo con costarricense, etc.) Migratory Overview: Why Are There Different Residency Categories in Costa Rica?(An introduction to…
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