Owners of vacation residences must pay their taxes │ Costa Developers

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Hoteliers indicate that there is a disparity between the application of taxes for hotels and vacation properties.

A new clarification in the records of the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) and the Ministry of Finance has intensified efforts to strengthen tax and patents that are paid on the residences holidays throughout the country.

"No we are trying to discourage the renters" said Herman Navarro, the Manager of tourism by the ICT.

the incomes from rentals properties in Costa Rica emerged on the scene after the crisis of 2008 by people who owned vacation properties and stopped coming, so it began to rent their properties or sold them to rental companies." This has led to reducing the demand of visitors to hotels.

The owners of the hotels think that competition is not what causes affectations, but that hotels should cancel taxes unlatched to vacation properties, ranging from sales tax, social security for its employees, payments to the Ministry of health and others not.

To start the implementation of this new law, the Ministry of finance in conjunction with the ICT conducted an investigation where it was found that there are several of these properties, for example in Jaco Beach about 23, Manuel Antonio a 36 and on the coast of the Caribbean a 38.

The ICT indicates that this represents unfair competition among hotels and rental properties, since every dollar earned by the hotels is to re invest about three or four times, while investing in 1 or 1.3 times for vacation properties.

This occurs because the vacation properties should not be so frequent in infrastructure, services and personnel investments. In some places, hotels pay an amount to those in charge of monitoring the coast, while the properties not canceled these amounts and receive the benefits.

This aims to of there is a balance of occupation between independent vacation properties and hotels which offer the same service to both.

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Best places to live in Costa Rica when retired

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Thousands of Americans and foreigners come to Costa Rica for a life is much quieter and less expensive in the process of withdrawal.

Costa Rica becomes one of the biggest attraction for the life of the retirement especially by its proximity to one of the main tributaries of retired: United States, also does not represent a significant distance with Canada, for example.

Some of the benefits are the low cost of living compared with developed countries, an exceptional climate and a security policy stable.

The favorite destinations chosen by foreigners for removal are among the following: Samara, tamarind in the province of Guanacaste in the North of the country, these places, both in coastal areas are ideal for being surrounded by a developed environment yet maintaining the natural beauty. It has beautiful Resorts as well as facilities such as restaurants and water sports activities.

Other regions that have become destinations star, is the area of Montezuma in the North of the Pacific coast, this is ideal for people who enjoy the natural in its best State places, Montezuma is a coastal town that retains even the purity natural and less invaded by a developed construction, such as paved roads and high buildings.

The Central Pacific region is one of the most important and busiest, as ever, is the coast that is closest to the city, Manuel Antonio and Jaco are beaches preferred not only by national and international tourists, but for those who are planning to settle in Costa Rica, just an hour and a half of the Intl Airport. Juan Santa María can enjoy all that the Pacific coast has to offer.

If your plan isn't to live beside the sea, then in Costa Rica there are other popular options to live in the city, in a magnificent position, enjoying an exceptional climate and at much lower cost. For example in the western part of the capital, the favorite places are Escazu Santa Ana, in the most exclusive places of the capital, with access to a multitude of services, immersed in the beautiful mountains of the region.

Foreigners looking for Costa Rica to settle have many options depending on your preferences; the country brings together all the qualities that are ideal to offer enough for a comfortable retirement life, in harmony with nature and at a much lower cost.

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Costa Rica hotels are favorites of the region

In a survey conducted by the renowned website Trip Advisor catalogued hotels of Costa Rica as the best in the Central American region in accordance with the opinions of the visitors of this site.

According to Trip Advisor and its awarding of Traveller's choice of the list of the 25 best hotels in the Central American region, 16 are located in Costa Rica.

Website Trip Advisor has an audience of 60 million subscribers a month, and you can get information on all types of places to visit when you are of vacations, all inclusive hotel, conventional hotels, restaurants and other attractions in addition.

The hotel called the number one was the Nayara Hotel in San Carlos (Northern region of the country), followed by La Paloma Lodge in Drake Bay (South Pacific), Arenas del Mar Beachfront and Rainforest (Manuel Antonio, Central Pacific) and the Four Seasons Hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste.

Coast Developers projects are located in the region of the Central Pacific, zone which also includes one of the most visited tourist sectors and further references on the web site; given the wide range of restaurants and activities that are offered in the region, thousands of visitors have made their observations on hotels, vacation activities and others in the area.

In addition to the hotels in the coastal regions of Costa Rica, were also rated tourist hostels in the greater metropolitan area, as the Hotel Grano de Oro in San José and Villa Blanca Cloud Forest in the area of San Ramón de Alajuela, within the first ten positions.

This survey took into account around 75 million comments from visitors, performed by region in order to obtain best results, polls allow users and people who want to visit or invest in Costa Rica and other countries to have an extensive knowledge of what you can enjoy during your vacation.

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Where are the “best buys” in Costa Rica?

Year after year we’ve seen that the more than 2 million tourists that show up to explore this country keep falling in love with it and become interested in purchasing property in Costa Rica; with such promising panoramas within the next years in the Real Estate business and with a lovely destination, how come you doubt?

International Living magazine recently shared information about where are the hot spots to purchase property in Costa Rica, not surprisingly the Central-Southern Pacific stills in top 1, not only because it’s proven to be the best area to live and vacation but because of all benefits of it.

Think about a place which is located very close to Costa Developers projects, Manuel Antonio National Park, the most visited place in the country by tourists, not only because it is very close to the Central Valley but because of its immense natural beauty. The park is so visited; there are restrictions to get it, 600 people during the week and 800 on the weekends.

If you happen to be on that area, moving a little to the south you’ll find Corcovado National Park, for those who are truly down for a completely natural outdoors adventure, this is the place to be; a pristine reserve full of wild life, without roads, stores or hotels, huge tall trees and all kinds of birds to watch and enjoy.

Not only Manuel Antonio and Corcovado are located around the Central-Southern Pacific area, but a lot of places to enjoy as well, and numerous, countless activities to have lots of fun.

The following spots where to the northern are of Alajuela (city approximately 10 miles from San Jose) San Carlos, where you will find beautiful landscape and a lot of activities to enjoy, such as delicious hot springs, horseback riding tours and many more. On the third place, International Living chose the Caribbean region of the country, which despite all its current social problematic situations also holds a beautiful landscape.

No doubt, the Central-Southern Pacific stills your first top choice in case you’re looking for a great place to vacation and enjoy retirement, family travel. Take a look at our website so you can see yourself vacationing at this paradise.

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MANUEL ANTONIO PARK, A JEWEL LOST IN PARADISE.

You are guaranteed encounters with monkeys, sloths, coatis and scarlet macaws. A gem! In Paradise Lost.

With 682 hectares this national park has everything tourists come to Costa Rica to see: stunning beaches, a magnificent setting with islands in sight, bird sanctuaries and marine life, lush rainforest mixed with a network of trails, gives welcome an abundant wildlife, and hotels all within walking distance.

Despite its diminutive size, Manuel Antonio is one of the most popular parks in the country, with more than 150,000 visitors a year. A few years ago, the growing tourism threatened to damage the ecosystem of this beautiful place. In 1994, the National Park Service began limiting the number of visitors to 600 per day and the park is closed on Mondays.

If you want to help preserve Manuel Antonio, consider visiting in the season, "green" or rainy station.

The park has four beautiful beaches, each with its own personality: Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio, Escondida and Playita. The prettiest is Playa Manuel Antonio, a small area of white coral. It is separated from Playa Sur Espadilla by a tombolo or natural land bridge formed over thousands of years by the accumulation of sand.

Espadilla Sur and Manuel Antonio offer small pools full of fish and crabs, plus a good diving, especially during the dry season when the water is clear.

On the far right in Playa Manuel Antonio, you can see the nesting turtles which swim on the beach rocks at high tide.

Howler monkeys swing from branch to branch, and you look up in the logs you can see iguanas where toucans and macaws emit their characteristic sounds.

Nearly 350 squirrel monkeys live in the park, another 500 at its external borders. The white-faced capuchin monkeys are the most abundant and are greeted at the height of the trees.  If you get distracted, the monkeys can steal your food. Although it is illegal to feed the monkeys, insensitive people still do. Note that if you get caught, you may - rightly - be expelled from the park.

Camping is not allowed in the park. There are also no bars or discos around this area.

For this reason and many others, to have a fractional ownership in Costa Rica, near the beach, as well as save you money on your vacation or permanent retirement, gives you the opportunity to live this and many experiences.

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Costa Developers | Life and adventure in the Central Pacific of Costa Rica

The Central Pacific region of Costa Rica is the most visited touristy area of the region, find out why in this article

Jaco, Hermosa, Esterillos and Manuel Antonio are probably the most visited coastal places in Costa Rica. Many are the reasons why tourists come all year round to these beach towns.

First of all let’s talk about the weather; it never gets cold in Costa Rica, temperature is pretty stable and mostly warm and humid, between the 70 and 80 degree, hottest months are between February and May, when everybody takes advantage of the sun to enjoy a great day at the beach or have a pool party at home.

Another benefit: the short distance; the Central Pacific is the closest coastal region to San José, country’s capital city. Therefore if you arrive at the International Airport Juan Santamaría, the Central Pacific is only an hour and half drive and you will be enjoying a luxurious Costa Developers property with access to all facilities and comfort.
If you’re into water sports, this is the place for you. Hermosa and Jaco are the promise land for surfers; the town even hosted World Surfing Games on 2009.

A land of unexpected adventures; in the Central Pacific you’ve got it all, close to our residential developments you’ll have access to zip lining places, bird watching properties, surfing schools, canopy, paddle boarding, sport fishing tours, golf courses and yacht renting, among many other amenities to keep piling more exciting experiences in lovely Costa Rica.

The Central Pacific region is as well the most developed one, so you’ll have access to countless delicious restaurants, night life, Movie Theater, banks, supermarkets and many more, all by the lovely beach shore. What else do you need to spend some great vacation?!

Find out more about of fractional ownership program and start living an amazing experience every time you come to Costa Rica.

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Assisted living is an option when vacationing in Costa Rica | Costa Developers

Costa Rica has been a holiday destination for a long time, in the last few years, a major investment destination as well. Thousands of people have purchased real estate in Costa Rica to either move in or enjoy a second home for special occasions.

Retirement is a great opportunity to start experiencing a different lifestyle and Costa Rica is the perfect destination to do so. There’s nothing more calming than spending time at a beach town enjoying tropical weather and experiencing the laid back lifestyle of Costa Rica.

The Central American country has attracted foreigners because of its incomparable conditions and multiple benefits when investing in it.

Besides offering the most appropriate real estate chance, Costa Developers offers you a package of assistance services you won’t find anywhere else.

Do you know what we are talking about? A type of long-term care facility for elderly or disabled people who are able to get around on their own but who may need help with some activities of on a daily basis living or simply opt for the convenience of having their meals in a central restaurant and having nursing staff on call, right away. It represents a living arrangement in which people with special needs, especially elders with disabilities, live in a facility that provides help with everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication.

Assisted living is what we want to offer you when visiting Costa Rica, our fractional ownership program gives you the break to run away from the freezing weather and the costly living.

What about medical Care in the Central Pacific Coast? Costa Rica’s got a high quality medical service in the country, as a result International Medical conventions haven taken place here. Private medical centers are prepared with the latest technology to give its patients a first class attention. In the Central Pacific there are more than a few public and private clinics, private ones are chosen more frequently by foreign citizens, and costs are much inferior than in the US and you can predict an excellent work.

Our experience and comprehension of the area and our correlation with our clients has helped us build a suitable real estate investment in Costa Rica for your convenience. Costa Developers assisted living program is part of our fractional ownership program, which provides the most proficient, quickest and cooperative reaction to all your requirements during your stay in Costa Rica.

Not only medical care is available, but also all kinds of facilities you may need, such as homebuilders, cleaning services, transportation, landscaping, many more.

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