By Adam Williams – Tico Times Staff If you have any questions about buying, renting or building property in Costa Rica, Christopher Howard’s “Guide to Real Estate in Costa Rica” may help. The exhaustive, instructional guide, released in 2009, has covered the gamut of all things real estate in Costa Rica, from architectural designs, title

Recently a luxury tax was passed on homes worth more than $170,000. The charge is .25% to .55% depending on the value of the residence. The money raised from the new tax will be used to build housing for people who live in extreme levels of poverty.The original deadline to pay was the 31st of

Real estate developers who offer future projects or projects in development must now comply with strict rules for the protection of consumers.Those offering real estate for sale with delivery at a future date to register with the Ministerio de Economía, Industria y Comercio and show they have the financial capability to carry out the project.The

By the A.M. Costa Rica staff Chris Howard, the resident author and Costa Rican expert, has turned his talents to real estate. The result is a new book “Christopher Howard’s Guide to Real Estate in Costa Rica.” “Purchasing real estate in Costa Rica is not for the faint of heart,” said Howard, a 30-year resident..