President Oscar Arias of Costa Rica and Preside Ricardo Martinelli of Panama met on southern zone Airport again yesterday.

Panama supported the airport project in southern zone and infact had spoke of the possibility of jointly funding the project.

“We Already have the ground, but we want to explore the possibility of an airport to help tourism in Costa Rica and in Panama,” said Minister Rodrigo Arias while leaving the meeting with two representatives in the Presidential House.

Oscar Arias has only nine months of his term left and surely wants to take advantage of this good relationship with Panama to accomplish a good venture while in office.
 
“A large airport, such as in Liberia, it is important to develop the whole border area,” added the Minister.

During their two hour meeting, they spoke of the development of a free zone in the common border and strengthening of cooperation projects as well.

The beuatiful areas of the Costa Rica southern zone with benefit greatly form such a venture. The Real Estate opportunities will enormous, but employment, health care facilities and much more which are needed will also be benefactors as well.

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 Many time you research all you can and still are not sure if the areas that sound good are right for you.

The next move is to come to Costa Rica, tour around and try to gain as much feel for the areas as you can. Great if you have the time and money to spend on this. You still cannot be sure as you rely on the word of someone trying to seeing Real Estate for his living or a tour company that really does not understand the Retirees total considerations and needs.

Costa Rica Retirement areas can include up to 50 places to consider. The truth is, there are only a few that match-up properly to satisfy you lifestyle needs after the warm cuddly new experience wears off. 

There are many types of new lifestyles that we dream of in retirement. We cannot forget the comfort aspect we need as well. One will be poorly served to follow your dream of living in a remote area for the sake of nature and privacy when in reality,it all gets old after a while if things are uncomfortable.

Here is an example of an area that can be right for a lot of people. Read on and you will see why. The area is remote, pretty, mountainous, friendly people, good climate ( a little hot), and much more.

Here is an example of an area that matches up well for Costa Rica retirement location.
 
Given the increasing commercial development in Perz Zeledon, the need for more space had became obvious.  It therefore, has extended it’s growth and development to areas of Palmares.

The growth there has increased dramatically in recent years, with the creation of shopping malls,  supermarkets, large warehouses and all sorts of stores and  banks making it unnecessary to come to downtown Perez Zeledón for service.  A nice little Pueblo and a nice benefit is the cost of living is held intact.

Being located on Inter-American Highway makes it an ideal place for a development because it is a crossing point for travelers who go to the  border with Panama and other countries. The palmares area until a few years ago was a rural place where the  principal activity was the agriculture and the cattle farming. All of this has changed. The land that was used for this activity i snow being used for industrial and development.

This has made Perez Zeledon into a small capital for the south region of our country, where you can do almost everything with out having to travel to San Jose. Thanks to the extension of trade and to the all the big companies such as the  Coca Cola, Dos Pinos , La Cerveceria and Codesur have located their  companies in the area of the Palmares.  All of these contribute to make palmares an serious growth area.

We will be happy to arrange a Lifestyle Property Tour to help identify your best retirement location that matches your lifestyle,personal and budget needs.

We have a very comprehensive information section on use of IRA for Costa Rica investments or securing your retirement home at today’s prices.

For more information on this most interesting place for Costa Rica Retirement, contact me,
Gustavo at 1 888 581 1786.

I have lived in the southern zone for many years and often heard the rumors associated with the building of the new road between Dominical and Quepos.  In The last two years we have witnessed the reality of this road and now finally, the asphalt will go down.  President Óscar Arias Sánchez was in the area over the weekend and gave the symbolic go ahead to the final stage of the highway.  He also inaugurated a new bridge over the Río Naranjo between Savegre and Quepos. This is the fourth new bridge installed on this route.

Costa Rica Land Development, Tourism and general transportation will feel the immediate impact of this. The time will be reduced from 1 hour and 45 minutes to 35 minutes to arrive at Dominical from Quepos.  The new Bridge at Naranjo will impact greatly on travel time to the area as well. It was usually a wait of at least 15 minutes and often 30 minutes.

The 1,000,000 plus Tourists of Manuel Antonio have been held hostage for years due to the quality of this road and now will welcome the opportunity to visit the friendly, green area of the southern zone where mountains reach down to the sea.

The highway has been unmaintained gravel for years and a source of local air pollution as well had serious washout problems during the rainy season.
Officials now look to the work being finished in October, weather permitting.

 The Río Naranjo bridge is costing $2.8 million, and it is 198 meters (about 650 feet). The concrete beams are 56 meters (184 feet), the longest of any bridge in Central America. The other three bridges span the Rios Paquita, Portalón and Matapalo. Three more bridges are in construction.

This new opportunity with the access and Costa Rica’s southern zone land prices that are deeply discounted, it is going foster anew boom for Real Estate development in Costa Rica. The area is so rich with with amenities for the nature lover and city slicker alike.

This is a great time to take advantage of pricing and even consider unlocking your IRA to something that will grow quickly.  With Costa Rica being the quality brand it is world wide, the unrest in the north America and the desire for lower living costs with world class health care, we at Costa Rica Retirement Vacation Properties feel there is no better hedge against falling dollar than Costa Rica land today.

Read all about how you can use your self directed IRA  in Costa Rica.  If you are seeking deeply discount Real Estate in Costa Rica, contact us and find out all about our highly professional Lifestyle Property Tours that can be directed at distressed properties for investment today.
I am Annie Drake, marketing manager for the southern zone and will be happy to discuss all aspects of investing in the southern zone. I can also offer a Lifestyle Property Tour that will take you through all aspects of living in the southern zone.
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It is sometimes amazing that people will come to Costa Rica and buy property in a way that they would not do in the states. There is a saying they get off the plane and forget their brain.  Once you get off the plane you are approached and solicited by many to buy property. Taxi drivers ,waiters, hotel workers etc are eager to sell you a property they know about or that a relative has for sale. They will take care of everything – there is a lawyer in the family who will handle everything.  Even a developer may tell you – I can save you money – our attorney is the best.  If you fall for the above you have just put yourself at risk of getting into a situation where you become the one with problems concerning the purchase (and a statistic) - WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS?
 
Always use professional Realtors and screen them as you would anyone who works for you . How long have they been in business.  Can they provide references of clients recently worked with.  Do their agents have a background and personal experience in different areas of property . Are they totally informed regarding property in Costa Rica . Will they represent you and guide you through the complete buying process and not forget you after the sale .
 
Another important factor is to be legally represented . The attorney should specialize in real estate. The attorney should do ” due diligence” on the property making sure the property is legally registered -no liens- etc. Protecting you should be the legal objective.  Be careful of these statements – you do not need an attorney- we can do everything. If you fall for this- get your wallet out and be ready to donate.  If  the seller has an attorney – you need an attorney to represent you.
 
Costa Rica Retirement Vacation Properties are professionals who will guide, protect and make the buying process exceptional on your behalf.  Experienced associates will be with you throughout the entire property purchase. You will have a personalized Costa Rica Lifestyle Property Tour that will give you an excellent perspective on locations, lifestyle, prices and good properties that match your profile.  The objective is for you to make an informed buying decision that you are comfortable with.
 
Best Regards – Rudy Matthews -  Marketing associate central Valley

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Our company’s current view on the market is one of opportunity.Costa Rica as you are probably aware is a big Brand world wide and one of the leading destinations for retiring Americans.  With all the uneasiness in the USA, and 70,000,000 Baby Boomers poised and ready to retire, we are going to benefit greatly from this. Americans like the lower cost of living, great health care, peaceful democracy, the climate, and proximity to the USA.

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