Guides
Straight answers to the questions foreign buyers actually have before buying property in Costa Rica or Panama — what to check, what to watch out for, and when you actually need a lawyer.
Costa Rica vs. Panama Property Due Diligence: What's Different
Same core risks, different registries and rules — how Costa Rica and Panama property due diligence actually differ, side by side.
Do You Need a Lawyer to Buy Property in Costa Rica? What Due Diligence Actually Covers
Yes, for closing — but here's what a lawyer actually does, what due diligence covers instead, and why most buyers want both, in the right order.
5 Property Scam Red Flags to Check Before Buying in Costa Rica or Panama
Five real red flags that show up in Costa Rica and Panama property scams — and exactly which document catches each one before you sign anything.
What Is a Folio Real? A Guide for Foreign Buyers in Costa Rica
A plain-English guide to Costa Rica's Folio Real property registry — what it actually records, how to read one, and the red flags that show up when something's wrong.