Gone are the days where financial institutions are the only option for real estate lending. Social networking sites are now on the forefront of a new peer-to-peer lending trend.  There are several variations, but the basic concept is to cut banks out of the equation and provide borrowers and lenders a safe environment to wheel […]

The boundaries defining Costa Rica’s foreigner financing environment are quickly shifting. US lenders are piloting programs while Costa Rica banks are transforming products
Natural market forces are driving fundamental change as major lenders compete for foreigner mortgages.   Local banks are eliminating the loan conditions which have historically deterred foreigners from local financing.  A key example is […]

The landscape for both residential and commercial financing for Costa Rica real estate, especially for non-residents, has been evolving rapidly since mid 2006.  The pace of change continues as we enter 2008, as Costa Rica has earned international credibility as a stable market experiencing significant growth.  With an increasing number of highly qualified individuals and […]