On Monday, March 16th, Costa Rica declared a State of Emergency in response to the troubling coronavirus pandemic. We have since received quite a few questions on how this will effect tourism and the real estate market in the next coming month(s). Our team at RE/MAX Pura Vida prides ourselves on not only keeping our […]
Whether you’re in the market to sell or in the market to buy, it’s always important to know how things are trending. RE/MAX Pura Vida knows how important it is to be ahead of the curve and that’s why we’ve thrown together a breakdown of the top real estate trends of 2019 in our corner […]
Ten years ago Santa Teresa, Costa Rica and all of the Mal Pais area were relative unknowns, but now just about anywhere one travels in the world, people have heard about Santa Teresa. It’s become a must-stop for travelers passing through the beautiful isthmus nation and RE/MAX Pura Vida wants you to have a head […]
Santa Teresa has long been a relatively unknown hideaway for the “rich and famous” and now that the Southern Nicoya Blue Zone has become a hotspot on the map, there are all kinds of luxury Santa Teresa Costa Rica homes for sale. RE/MAX Pura Vida is often first on scene as these coveted homes go […]
Many will begin their search for property, whether at home or abroad, with the notion that they will handle it all themselves in an effort to save money. How hard can it be to search through online listings, and getting off the beaten path to search in person can be an exciting prospect of adventure. […]
Playa Hermosa is the most exclusive communities of what is considered the Santa Teresa area. Far enough from town to eliminate foot traffic but not so far as to make drives to local restaurants and shops more than a few minutes, this area has both beautiful beachside properties and incredible mountain views. From surf breaks […]
How to Become a Costa Rica Resident RE/MAX Pura Vida knows it doesn’t take long after visiting Costa Rica for most people to fall in love with one aspect of this lush jungle nation or another. Whether it’s the laid back “pura vida” vibe of the people, the top-notch surf breaks, diverse wildlife, or countless […]
With every passing year Santa Teresa’s name gets tossed around more and its reputation for a picturesque paradise, yet undiscovered by the masses grows. As Costa Rica’s infrastructure grows with it, opportunities of all kinds will flourish with Santa Teresa property for sale, as well as its surrounding areas such as Mal Pais, Playa Hermosa, […]
RE/MAX is the world’s largest real estate network and it didn’t get there by compromising its ethics. In addition, it holds all its realtors to the same strict ethical standards. Here at RE/MAX Pura Vida, we are no exception which is why we wanted to be forthcoming in our attempt to educate future buyers and […]
What can be said about the lush paradise nation of Costa Rica that hasn’t already been said? Vacationers and expats alike are flocking to this tiny tropical country for a cornucopia of reasons. One of the greenest nations world, both in color and carbon footprint, a biodiversity that other nations pale in comparison to, and […]