Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with the Godfather of Sustainable Tourism in Costa Rica. Bary Roberts has been at the forefront of sustainable Tourism for over 50 years, and the country has a lot to thank him for. We chatted to Bary about whether he thinks Costa Rica is a good investment, sustainable tourism, and where he would invest. Contact Us: info@investingcostarica.com Guest today Bary Roberts: broberts@dddse.com DDD Strategy: https://www.dddse.com
Need any advice or information, message us. In this episode, we chat with Mario Mikowski, a 30-year veteran and board member of some of Costa Rica’s most iconic hotels and brands. Mario shares his perspective on the current state of tourism in Costa Rica, the opportunities and challenges ahead, and how the upcoming 2026 elections could shape the country’s future. He also opens up about his concerns for Costa Rica’s direction — and where he still sees tremendous potential. Free 15 min consulta...
Need any advice or information, message us. Today we sit down with Dina Tochluk to explore what’s really happening in one of Costa Rica’s hottest real estate markets — Santa Teresa. Dina shares her perspective on where the market stands right now, whether it’s leaning toward buyers or sellers, and where she believes the best investment opportunities are. She also offers valuable insight into the types of projects she’d personally avoid. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot...
Need any advice or information, message us. Today we sat down with Costa Rica developer Dave Matt to hear about his journey and what he’s learned so far building in the country. We explore why having the right team is crucial, which key players you need in place, and the practical advice he’d give to anyone thinking about starting a development project in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Alethea ...
Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Presidential Candidate Juan Carlos Hidalgo of the PUSC party to talk about Costa Rica’s present and future. We dive into what the country is doing right, where it’s falling short, and the changes he believes are needed to move forward. Our conversation covers security, the role of free trade zones, investing in rural communities, and much more. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: in...
Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Luis Fernando Rojas, owner and Chief Engineer/Project Manager, to break down the fastest ways to subdivide land in Costa Rica. We explore the key differences between condominio developments and agricultural parcel projects, what every developer should know before investing in these opportunities, and dive into the realities of Costa Rica’s construction industry—including how to avoid costly mistakes and protect your bottom line when bui...
Need any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Nicole Brose from Guayabo Animal Rescue & Sanctuary to explore what it’s really like to run a nonprofit in Costa Rica. Nicole shares her journey of setting up and operating across two countries, with practical insights on structuring in the U.S. for smoother operations. We also dive into the cultural differences every nonprofit leader should understand, and look ahead at the exciting future of Guayabo Animal Rescue & Sanctua...
Need any advice or information, message us. I sit down with Beth Beaird, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Jaco, to discuss the latest trends shaping Costa Rica’s real estate market. We explore how these shifts are influencing the Jaco area specifically and highlight some of the standout properties Beth believes offer strong investment potential - one offering 24% ROI - self-managed. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investi...
Need any advice or information, message us. Richard Bexon, developer with Belong Costa Rica, takes us inside his journey in the world of real estate development. In this episode, he shares the story behind the Manuel Antonio Tree House Villas project—covering the vision and design, the challenges of infrastructure, the realities of construction, and even a glimpse into what it takes to rent them out. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: in...
Need any advice or information, message us. We speak with Mariola Fumero from Lifting Hands about how investors can positively impact the communities where they live and invest—helping to address gentrification and uplift communities across Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Lifting Hands: https://www.liftinghands.org/
Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Ben Pack, CEO of Volo Loans, about what he is seeing happening in the market, where he is seeing demand in the country and where he would be investing his money (he already is). We discuss how Volo Loans offers US style loans over 30 years at competitive interest rates and how the US market is impacting Costa Rican Real Estate. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investin...
Need any advice or information, message us. Today, I talk with Bill Graf, the owner and visionary behind Onda Hotel Group. We dive into the current landscape of the Costa Rican hospitality market—both the headwinds and tailwinds—and explore where Bill sees the biggest opportunities. He shares the Onda story so far, how he chooses his hotel locations, and the hard-won lessons along the way. We also unpack the rise and fall of Selina Hostels, and what the industry can learn from it. Free 15 min...
Need any advice or information, message us. On this episode, we’re joined by Alex Stripe — veteran home inspector and founder of Stripe Signature Inspections. Alex shares his insights from years of inspecting homes for buyers and investors in Costa Rica. We dive into what to look out for, where hidden issues often lurk, and how to choose the right home inspector to protect your investment. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investin...
Need any advice or information, message us. Richard Bexon provides a market update while we record more podcasts and get back to our normal weekly update. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com
Need any advice or information, message us. We talk to Environmental and Sustainability Lawyer Walter Brenes about the current cases he's fighting in Costa Rica, what is really happening in Pavones as the town is knocked down by the municipality and what he thinks will happen in other beach towns as municipalities and money pours into Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Walter Brenes: wbrenes...
Need any advice or information, message us. Lawyer, José María Pacheco, and I dive into all things land in Costa Rica. We break down the different types of land use, what you can and can’t do with each, and the key risks to watch out for. José also shares insight into common land investment pitfalls and highlights the areas he believes offer solid investment potential across the country. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingc...
Need any advice or information, message us. I sat down with Jake Alexander, founder of tucanchat.io—a WhatsApp translation tool designed to help expats and locals bridge the language gap between English and Tico Spanish. We discussed how the idea for tucanchat.io came about and the ways it’s helping expats navigate daily communication in Costa Rica. Jake also shared his thoughts on current market conditions, including which areas he sees potential in and which ones he’s avoiding for now. Free...
Need any advice or information, message us. In this episode, we sit down with Valeria Aguiluz to break down how escrow works in Costa Rica. We cover the key options available to investors, the critical questions to ask your escrow provider, and the advantages of using escrow in real estate transactions. Valeria also shares what sets TLA Escrow apart from other providers in the country. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcos...
Need any advice or information, message us. Alex McGowin joins me to break down everything you need to know about taxes when investing or owning property in Costa Rica. We cover how income is taxed, strategies for deferrals and depreciation, capital gains considerations, and what expenses you can deduct. We also explore the most tax-efficient ways to structure your assets in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingco...
Need any advice or information, message us. I sit down with Catherine Palacios from Done Deal CR to break down everything you need to know—from navigating the buying process to understanding the technical details of financing in Costa Rica, including loan terms, interest rates, LTV ratios, and more. Free 15 min consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: info@investingcostarica.com Catherine Palacios: cpalacios@donedealcr.com