Each year thousands of people seeking a change decide on Costa Rica for their destination. Real estate investors, thrill seekers, nature lovers, retirees, the tax weary. It’s an escape to a new paradise that isn’t so far from home in the north.

With Costa Rica the old saying is true: good things come in small packages.

About the size of West Virginia, 5% of the Earth’s species are in Costa Rica. Tropical rainforests teeming with over 1000 orchid species and wild, exotic animals. There are over 6 active and 50+ dormant volcanoes.

Costa Rica possesses the most stable democracy in Central America.This makes for stable social institutions and safer investment opportunities.

You won’t feel like you’re living in a stereotypical “third world country.” The Costa Rican social infrastructures provide networks for a multitude of radio and TV stations, cell phone access, and internet access.

Health care provided by US-trained, English-speaking physicians is available. And many people from all over the world travel there for low-cost cosmetic surgery.

Costa Rica has come to equal “low cost.” Foreign investors from around the globe flock here for the Costa Rican real estate industry. Profitable investments will be found here far into the future.

Real estate investors routinely enjoy 200-300% returns on investment in a year.

You can own a very nice beach front home for as low as $20K. But as you’ve heard, location is most important. So be sure to choose with care and work with the many local agents available. If you’re serious about owning Costa Rican real estate, a trip to ’see for yourself’ is advisable.

The fabulous real estate opportunities in Costa Rica wasn’t caused completely by low cost homes and property. Visionary legislation resulted in attractive tax laws for global investors as well as foreign expats. US retired persons won’t have their incomes from social security taxed in Costa Rica. The general low cost of living is also very attractive to all.

Ashley is a world traveler and a long time fan of the beauties of Costa Rica. She has a travel tips site for Costa Rica at http://www.costaricaabroad.com/