How Much Does it Actually Cost to Live in Costa Rica? 💰 🇨🇷

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Do you want to know how much it costs to live in Costa Rica? We break down our costs to live in Samara, Costa Rica with monthly and annual expenses. This is based on a family of 4 and our lifestyle, of course you can live cheaper or spend more depending on your level of comfort. We hope this helps in your decision to move to or retire in Costa Rica.
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@TathagataVipassi 4 года назад

Guys a quick tip for electricity; there are certain time frames during the days when its cheaper to use electricity, for example: - From 8:30 am - 12:30 pm it´s kind of an "active hour", that means that during this timeframe electricity is way more expensive - From 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm it´s called "Valley hour" meaning that it'll be way cheaper - From 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm it´s an active hour again And from 8:00 pm - 8:30 am its night time; the cheapest of all. Keep that in mind in case you´d like to save some money. Not sure if that also applies to an appartment complex. For more info you can go to the official website of the "Grupo Ice" Hope this helps!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Great info thanks!

@davidhira4076 4 года назад

Thanks for posting this. We live in the Orosi Valley at 4,300 feet. We don't need A/C or heat. Water here is $10 US/month for unlimited unmetered wonderful and plentiful water. Property taxes for over 6 acres of mountainside is $200US/year. NOT living in a tourist community is much less expensive than beach and "expat communities".

@waltobringer2928 Год назад

I'm a new subscriber and seriously considering immigration to Costa Rica from the US. Thank you for the information!

@Newlifethroughalenscanada 2 года назад

Great content 👍🏻 Huge dedication and time for these videos. Canada is completely a rip off Escaping canada was like being reborn

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

Thank you!

@Sunny-j5y Год назад

Oh your Canadian? I am really thinking of moving there. I hear they welcome Canadians with open arms. Is that true?

@dylanbost5760 4 года назад

Thank you so much for all the great info! We really appreciate all the time you took and how comprehensive the information is.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it and we're glad it's helping so many people.

@stevenreyes3601 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes thank you for sharing your video. I have a question. Do i have to go thru all paper work at the embassy to live in Costa Rica? I read different rules from immigration offices here in Canada and from Costa Rica. You live there so i guess that you have more experience. My best friend lives in Guapiles. That's where i am planning to move.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We don't have our residency, the easiest is to go through a lawyer. We've recently heard outlier legal is efficient through out the country

@paulstolk2605 2 года назад

Hi Dufresnes, I've been working my way through your videos and want to say how grateful I am that you put these together. We had been looking at Tamarindo but are now thinking of Samara as well. Also from Kelowna.

@thebestlifelinkbyob-beyour2495 4 года назад

As for phone service, you could of went with Movistar. You can get it with a passport, no contract, unlimited internet, 60 minutes to USA free and I'm not sure how many minutes for local calls, I mostly use my phone for internet, and the mobile hotspot is great for other devices to connect to the internet. I pay $10K colones = $17 month

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Good to know! Thanks for sharing

@TurquoiseSunsets 4 года назад

Hi guys, we are a family of four also living now 1/2 the year here in Palm Harbor Florida and also we do costs of living in the Philippines where we call our 2nd home. From your breakdown seems Phil is cheaper than Costa Rica but would be nice in traveling back and forth to be in Costa Rica instead of 8,000 miles away like we have been doing. We really enjoy the culture, kindness and respect we receive from the Philippine culture. Thanks for your perspective and video info, it helps us compare our situation. john

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching, yes anywhere in south east Asia is cheaper then Costa Rica. We played with the idea of moving over there too but came here first as it's closer for family to come visit.

@xxvishxx 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes Which country in south east asia would you consider if not worried about family visits?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We first thought Thailand as I have been there and really enjoyed certain areas but it's pretty hard to live there. Also considered the Philippines, Indonesia.

@joshb2812 Год назад

New comment on an older video, I know… My husband and I are watching and I keep saying to myself “why do they look so familiar” Then it dawned on me. I remember you from Kelowna Toyota! Looking forward to watching more of your videos, and anxiously looking forward to a trip to Costa Rica next year and start the property hunt. Hope you’re doing well, have a great week!

@TheDufresnes Год назад

Haha crazy, glad you found our videos. Definitely come and stay with us at Sea Casa in Samara

@joshb2812 Год назад

@@TheDufresnes It’s a small world!!! We made the escape from the Okanagan as well, but only to northern Alberta 🤣 Will be booking with you guys as soon as I know dates for spring breakup 👍

@TheDufresnes Год назад

Haha! Awesome we look forward to being your hosts here!

@henrypanah3491 2 года назад

Love watching ya'lls videos. So insightful.. Planning on visiting sometime by March of 2022. Would love to meet you guys and get more info about possibly moving there. Meanwhile thanks for all the great content you put out. Cheers

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, I'm guessing you mean March of 2023. We do offer our consultation service via email for a fee where we answer any questions you have or come and stay with us here at Sea Casa. Www.seacasasamara.com we make time to sit with our guests who stay.

@Ardentautosports Год назад

Thanks for the detailed information!

@craigglewis 4 года назад

These depend on the area that you live in, in CR. The Caribbean side is cheaper. As for Medical, it's 8-10% of your income.

@figsgrowinflorida649 4 года назад

WOW! I feel fortunate that my electric bill here in North Central Florida averages around $90.00 per month in a 1475 sq. foot house with central A/C , a swimming pool and two full size refrigerators!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

That's cheap! Ours was more then that in Canada

@figsgrowinflorida649 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes Yes it is from what I have heard other people saying as well. I just got my bill for May and It was $77.00!

@andrewgraham3658 4 года назад

Ya, but it's Flordia lol. I've been there 3 times and never want to live there, even if the electricity was free!

@figsgrowinflorida649 4 года назад

@@andrewgraham3658 LOL!

@tinalindsey1598 4 года назад

What?? I'm in Georgia. Pool, house about same size as yours. Our electric bill has been around 250.00 per month for the last twenty years..... How to you get it so cheap????

@crynsky 4 года назад

We're leaning hard towards Belize but Costa Rica is still in the running. Thank you for the info.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Definitely visit both and if possible stay a few months in each before deciding, we've heard negative things about Belize but haven't been there so we can judge

@crynsky 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes Thank you. Was there on a cruise stop and fell in love. English speaking is a plus for sure. I appreciate the advice and think it is a good idea. A friend suggested Ecuador but I'm a little hesitant on that. Good day and thank you again.

@homeincostarica914 2 года назад

I always say "you can live much cheaper in Costa Rica"... but... "it depends on how you want to live and where". If you want to keep living with the same standard from US or Europe, there is a chance that life is more expensive here in Costa Rica.

@BucketListTravellers 3 года назад

Thanks for this detailed breakdown. I like how you've got the summary at the end as well. We currently live in Nicaragua, due to the pandemic. Costa Rica was supposed to be the next country on our list and hopefully we can make it over that way at some point. Good to get an idea of how the cost of living compares to where we are now.

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Thanks, yes Nicaragua is much cheaper, there are flights that are entering Costa Rica from Nicaragua and the ports are open. Looks like a vaccine is approved so hopefully that will open land borders

@BucketListTravellers 3 года назад

@@TheDufresnes we're amazed at how quickly the vaccines have been developed. Hopefully it will be safe and easy to travel again soon.

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Yes very suspicious, we will not be getting it. Waaaay too risky on a virus that has a crazy high recovery rate

@migaracr 3 года назад

@@TheDufresnes What are the risks? Vaccines pose no risk for people. They should force people like you and everyone else to take vaccines so that you do not spread viruses to people who are at risk of dying, even if you recover. That is the whole point of it.

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Haha wow, you need to do some research outside of mainstream media on how the vaccine is made and what it's going to do to people cells and DNA.

@myriams7367 4 года назад

I work from home and have been considering to move out of USA due to the political unrest. Thank you for the info.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

You're welcome, move to Costa Rica you'll be happy you did

@exploringwithbellanoche1286 4 года назад

I’m with you on that one...getting insane in the Wild Wild West we call America!

@sandracrockett6882 4 года назад

Same here!

@keithbradford1828 4 года назад

RUN.... Forest... RUN

@bluestarfishsea 2 года назад

Great info....thanks for sharing! Any types of foods you eat less of or gave up bc the cost wasn’t justified? Are you doing any gardening? Such a short season in Canada but I still do it bc it’s healthy + fun. I bet things grow amazing there!!

@RobMoses 4 года назад

Interesting video Chris. Definitely a little surprised at some of the prices. Good info though.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks Rob, ya some pricing is the same as Canada but some stuff is way cheaper!

@moretoknowshow1887 2 года назад

Been researching a move to CR from the US, cost of living is always going to be a top of mind, esp. with the utils. Seeing that CR is working on becoming a carbon neutral country, I would think that solar would be a more viable solution in costs/use.

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, unfortunately you legally cannot go 100 percent off grid here on solar, it's 60 or 80 percent, we've heard both. Then Ice buys the remaining for pennies on the dollar. I wish we could go full solar.

@willdouglas1300 4 года назад

Just found the channel. Love your production and the info you're providing. So you moved down completely, from BC? I'm interested in your business model because I'd like to get out of the US and get to Central America where I can dive and live a healthier life. :) I'd like to end up in a place that has nice ocean and reefs for diving / fishing andalso good amenities. Thanks a lot! Can't wait to see the rest of your videos!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoy the videos, we have a ton of videos that will answer most of your questions you have. Our neighbour is currently in the process of selling his diving company here in samara, maybe that's of interest to you?

@willdouglas1300 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes That would be VERY interesting! I'll continue watching your videos to learn more. I even watch the ads so you get paid! ;) I hope you can increase your subscribers and I hope you and your family are doing well. We should talk...

@charitywilks4092 5 лет назад

Rad video guys! This info is so helpful. Well done!

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

Thanks! Glad you liked it! 🍻

@juliachen2053 4 года назад

great vid! its Julia from Vancouver bc!!! pura vida

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks! Pura Vida

@idn9605 2 года назад

Thank you for all these helpful infos. I had a question, what informations do you have about the cost of cleaning ladies or gardeners, etc... I lived in Panama when I was younger and it was very common to have people at home, is it the same in Costa Rica? Thank you in advance for your answer :-).

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

Minimum wage here is 1700 colones per hour. But pricing to have people do these types of jobs vary.

@idn9605 2 года назад

@@TheDufresnes Thank you! 🙂

@danthadon87 4 года назад

What's the cost range to have a shipping container unit built? And how much do you net profit per unit annually in Costa Rica? Do you build anywhere in Costa Rica? Hello ex Kelowna neighbour I'm from Vancouver.

@stormystormiest 4 года назад

Holy kelowna, I love kelowna..I lived there for 2 years it's just beautiful so from kelowna to Costa Rica waw

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Ya Kelowna is nice but it got too busy and we never got to enjoy the outdoors there

@otkayak1 3 года назад

We are in West Kelowna, the Glenrosa area. We’ve visited CR four times over the past 10 years. Jaco always seemed to be our place. We are now thinking pretty serious about moving down. The nicest part of Kelowna that reminds me of CR are the California quail. Great video! We will be watching all of your videos and learning from your experiences. Lol.... just done with Canada and ready for a new chapter.

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Hi Greg, thanks for watching. That's great you love Costa Rica but unfortunately Jaco is not a good representation of Costa Rica. Your next visit down you need to come to samara and experience a laid back beach town full of culture where you can mingle with locals. You should come stay with us at Sea Casa as well. Www.seacasasamara.com

@billyrogers2208 2 года назад

Hi there! Sorry for all the comments lol, have two kids crawling all over me. How do I set up a call with you? How much is it? Thanks

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

Haha, please Email us at Seacasasamara@gmail.com it's $100 USD per hour, we set it up through zoom. We look forward to helping you!

@LovingAtlanta 4 года назад

👍Pretty accurate. I’ve been visiting CR for the last 20 years and plan to move there or Panama one day. Just found your channel, I’ll check out your other videos as well. 🤗💞🤗

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching. Yes it is very accurate because this is exactly what we spend, we didn't fudge any numbers or exaggerate anything. Some people make videos claiming less is spent which us and many others don't understand how. Good choice between here and Panama, we haven't been to Panama yet but definitely want to go check it out one day

@LovingAtlanta 4 года назад

TheDufresnes - 👍Exactly, I agree. 👍Hope you get to visit Panama. 💞

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Oh we will for sure

@Cariboogirl_108 5 лет назад

Great video. Really enjoying this series!

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

Thanks, makes you want to move down?

@amywalker7515 4 года назад

Are these expenses, like taxes, electricity, etc. for your business or for a regular home/apartment with 2-3 bedrooms?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Regular home

@blaineburnie6890 2 года назад

I’m traveling back to Samara tomorrow to look for long term rental before I buy. Any assistance you can give would be greatly appreciated.

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

Look up manage my property samara. There is not much available right now unfortunately but maybe they know of something

@TheMontanaJackson 4 года назад

Hi Dufresnes! I'm in consideration of leaving the cold winters of Montana for at least mid december through mid-march. If I rent a house, what about is it going to cost me? I know nothing about Costa Rica. I also must be by a operating church, ever go to church in Costa Rica? If so, what was your experience? Thanks!

@frank77dk 4 года назад

The cost for schooling, is that for a private school? Or would this apply to the regular school system also? Thanks

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

That's a private school

@ChaoTica-k70 4 года назад

Thanks guys for sharing this video! I ♥️my country 🇨🇷 but It’s kind of crazy you guys living in there and I living in your country and one reason that I didn’t live in there was because for a Costa Rican people it’s hard to support their families and the income sometimes it’s not enough for us, it’s a little bit expensive but I think is okay for someone who don’t earn Colones there!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

You're welcome, thanks for watching. Yes I can see how it could be difficult to live here on the minimum wage, this is why we do what we can to employ Costa Ricans and pay what they deserve. Where in Canada are you living?

@ChaoTica-k70 4 года назад

TheDufresnes TheDufresnes Thank you for creating jobs for them it is very generous of you, I hope one day to go there I only visit Samara beach in 2013 because I am from the south of the country near of Playa Uvita, Well currently I live NJ USA what I wanted to say was I live in North America but I made a confusion. I’m glad you guys choose my country to live and doing business!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Our friends just moved to uvita last year and are currently building vacation rentals. We'll be heading down there one day to visit and film 😁

@ChaoTica-k70 4 года назад

Awesome place 👏🏻! And you guys visited Manuel Antonio before? can also make a video about there!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes we have a couple videos there

@michaelrosehart5920 3 года назад

Very interested in coming down to Samara. Canadian here.

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

definitely come to Samara, and when you do stay with us for the most relaxing comfortable stay. www.seacasasamara.com

@Chenzaloon 4 года назад

My rent and utilities are about $220 (3 bedroom house) I basically live off $350 a month food and rent with a cat n dog

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes very doable in certain places for sure but it depends on style of living and how many people are in the house.

@Chenzaloon 4 года назад

Absolutely! For the young single people out there looking for a cheap place so they can focus on building an online business, you can do it here in costa rica for sure!

@Chenzaloon 4 года назад

your containers are looking good BTW!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thank you! They are so fun to design and build. Our plan is to build our own separate bedroom out of a 20 foot

@riseinlove3697 4 года назад

Would you mind disclosing what general area you are renting in, for it to be so affordable?

@jacquiebridges57 Год назад

Which rental management company for a 3-4 month rental December-March 30-2024? In your area down to Nosara. PS Hello from rainy Okanagan today.

@ModernAlpha 3 года назад

Can you compare Costa Rica to any other locations you’ve travelled to for extended stays?

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Thailand

@jayaz8864 4 года назад

how much is a fair size house price and if your canadian can you buy property in costa rica?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! Prices vary like anywhere and watch all of our videos to answer your questions. Here one on property ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GfhrgN2zd7o.html

@MariTatoProducer 4 года назад

When you say you pay $450 a month on electricity is this for each apartment or the whole complex. I am just curious.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching. Shayna clearly says when the rentals are busy it's $450 and normally around $300.

@MariTatoProducer 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes per month?

@MariTatoProducer 4 года назад

electricity and how much are the rentals?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes per month, at the end of the video we have a complete written breakdown

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

The nightly rental prices vary on time of year, you can go to our website and click on the Airbnb link to see the different dates and prices 😊

@eugeniadonamaria5570 4 года назад

Hi guys! I just wanna know how is the process to be resident,you still don't have the residency??

@k.5089 2 года назад

Is there any way yall could update this video after Covid changed things? If there's any changes? Loved the video, it's great info!

@TheDufresnes 2 года назад

No covid didn't change anything, still very similar to then. We will update this video in the future

@k.5089 2 года назад

@@TheDufresnes awesome! Thank you 🌻

@johnway9853 3 года назад

Can't imagine the 100 thumbs down on this video, explain yourselves thumbs down voters! Great video giving us your experiences. Thanks so much!

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Haha we think it's just jealous people

@judyhowell6742 4 года назад

Very good video. Very Helpful. Thanks for making it!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

@stephaniebarber46 4 года назад

What months are considered a high season and low season there? I want to search for a rental home and I need to know what the best time frame is to do so I’d like to find something I can lease annually

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-upLBY4rfdT0.html

@guypage790 4 года назад

Great video! Thanks and keep 'em coming!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks

@StevenDavisPhoto 3 года назад

is solar not an option there for power?

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

No it doesn't make sense to price wise

@dawson1220 5 лет назад

$1500/week in high season? How many weeks are considered in high season? And, what % of those weeks are the rentals booked out?

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

That was a place we rented, not sure how much they book out in high season. High season is December to end of april

@NomadDesignHouse 4 года назад

This is such a tough topic, because cost of living varies so greatly in any part of the world depending on your desired lifestyle! It’s nice to see others here who are not retirees living on a pension. We had so many comments on our video criticizing what groceries we bought and saying we could live much cheaper on rice and beans... haha

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes it's all relative to how you want to live, yes we've cut out a lot of crappy food because it was about convenience when we worked so much but it's all about budgeting too. We've had people also comment on how it's cheaper when your not living near the beach which maybe it is a bit. Rice and beans are good but we like variety which is why we make different cooking videos. Plus we have room on our property to grow things

@Sunny-j5y Год назад

Thank you for sharing. I am Canadian and I am thinking of moving there.

@titabell360 4 года назад

Thanks again for your knowledge a great book on expiates very rich and insightful intl publishers and Savy retirements. A global desire for knowledge. Coming from Ontario

@elainemccarty1195 4 года назад

Can you advise on travel to Costa Rica please? My mother is scared to fly but all I see is a round trip cruise.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

What do you mean by advise?

@VanesaStay 4 года назад

Awesome helpful video! Thanks! We hope to be there soon!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

You're welcome, glad you liked it and glad it helped

@dawson1220 5 лет назад

Which property management company did y'all use? Can I view online the rental y'all had that you described as jungle & ocean views?

@mexicoconnectionsguy 5 лет назад

Great videos, very informative..thank-you! Did you guys buy that piece of land or did you lease it!

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

Thank you and thanks for watching. We bought it.

@sheilakilby5162 4 года назад

Your rental units look very nice. Which airport is closest to you? Libera or San Jose? Thank you

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thank you very much! We are closest to Liberia, it's only 45 mins away. You should definitely come and stay when things open up again.

@alanastribling3290 4 года назад

Is this based on your family of four AND all your rentals? Any suggestions for those who want to rent, not buy?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Just our family

@fibo12358 4 года назад

thank you for the breakdown! yet it sounds really like it costs about the same as living here in the states, right? what about 1 person who want to see the water, a nice beach ... what do you think it would cost annually, everything included? i always hear it costs so little to live there but i am thinking when all is said and done, to live nicely like we live here in the US, it is GOING to CO$T. anticipating your response. thank you :). PS - i was hoping that realistically, modern amenities, etc...that for $30k a year, a nice place on the beach would be possible. is that too optimistic a dream to have?

@elizabethafton575 4 года назад

I’m moving to Costa Rica soon!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Good choice

@kariwinford6891 3 года назад

Where can I look for rentals online?

@78datel 5 лет назад

Very helpful videos......great job thank you :) ....One question: realy $850 US monthly for school ???? Is it more then house rent.......All schools are so expensive ?

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

You're welcome and thanks for watching! $850 is for 2 kids and yes most private accredited schools cost about that much.

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

@Silver Legion there are public schools but from what we've be told is it's all in Spanish, it's only for a few hours, it's mostly play so they don't learn as much plus we wanted the accredited school so of our boys decide to go back to Canada or university in another country their education is recognized

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

@Silver Legion yes you can do home school from either country. Neither Shayna or I are the teacher type and besides our kids would miss out on the social aspect which IMO is more valuable then the actual schooling. Do I use geometry every day? No but I do use my knowledge of how to speak with people and in groups. So for us $850 is well worth the money

@Int.pablo.e.arias.c 3 года назад

Great info !!

@Sojourney4truth 4 года назад

Thanks you so much I see it’s 90 day to stay how can I stay longer I must get out of Atlanta as soon as the borders open up. Would I have to leave and go to panama which I know is close and come back to coats rica if so is it one day or a week if you know to get reentry

@ncr3299 4 года назад

Yes, that is how it was done before lockdown.

@donaldalbershardt6854 4 года назад

From San Jose to Panama it is about a 12 hr. trip with a good driver I just did it 2 mo. ago. And every thing is about 1/2 price in Panama .

@piusoneill515 4 года назад

Wow nothing better then sheets hung out on the line..the smell is fantastic..

@Indigenous_Patriot_1175 4 года назад

Question, how is renewable energy in Costa Rica( solar)

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Great question. You can have solar but you cannot go off grid, you can only use so much of your own solar electricity and you have to sell unused to the electrical company

@tandord491 4 года назад

in terms of the country, Costa Rica runs with 100% renewable energy and it has been like that the past 3-4 years, the cost per house its expensive as Canada cuz a lot of that money goes to the government

@demetriocampos4181 4 года назад

Wow for Canadian and US citizen how ironic when moving to Costa Rica and discovering it is as expensive in some case more expensive than from their countries. Ironically Mexico which is closer to both nations can be cheaper to live than Costa Rica.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes Costa Rica is as expensive as it is because of their import taxes, this was one of the only ways to pay for infrastructure as they didn't have income tax and other taxes we have in Canada and the United States. The electricity is expensive for 2 reasons, 1 is its majority from natural resources which costs more to build and operate and 2 its owned by the government which agin is a major source of income to improve the infrastructure of the country. We have already seen an improvement in roads. But at the same time some things are cheaper.

@Sojourney4truth 4 года назад

But not safe

@verdeolivo222 4 года назад

@@Sojourney4truth Costa Rica is the safest country in Central America...and safer than any other countries in South Amenrica....

@kenrapp3145 3 года назад

@@Sojourney4truth way safer that the US. There isn’t a safe city to walk around in the entire US at nite, especially with Biden and the goon squad defunding police and letting criminals outta jail the next day

@theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975 4 года назад

Can you drink the water?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We drink the water every day

@johnwalter5875 4 года назад

To Save on Electricity, is SOLAR an available option ? Like to get an idea of your rate to build fabricated ocean container domiciles to rent year round

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Solar is an option but we've discussed in another comment. It's illegal to go completely off grid, you can only use 40 percent of your solar and you have to sell the rest to the electrical company as well us stay on grid. It take about 7 years to get your return on investment.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Sorry we don't discuss pricing on here

@derperderp9036 4 года назад

Did you guys have to pay to get residency?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We don't have residency yet, but yes there are fees to apply, it's honestly easier to hire a lawyer to help with the process.

@derperderp9036 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes so are you doing the 90 day thing?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

For now yes. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1kT5meDKyi4.html

@ajaybaby3174 4 года назад

Me and my girlfriend planning on moving down to costa rica do we got to be married to combine our income to be approved to move down because we planning on renting a house together????

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

That depends on if you want to apply for residency. If your planning to leave every 3 months to renew your tour is visa then it doesn't matter. As for obtaining residency and not married uou would need to speak with a lawyer about that

@spage2102 4 года назад

So for a normal family it'll be around $80 a week for food?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes that could work

@wolfgangandrewx2416 4 года назад

ah. no. unless you like Tico food. or all veggies and pinto

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

No, if you shop wisely you can make it work! Without buying expensive imported food. I am also a chef and can make delicious food with cheap fresh veggies, basic pantry ingredients, spices and butcher meat. If you want to buy imported cheeses and meats then no $80 won't work

@2809kev 3 года назад

Could you guys give me some contacts for a property manager? My wife and I are moving to Costa Rica in December and we're hoping to live in Samara. Worried about rent now.

@ronalddrzewicki5786 4 года назад

Can use solar to offset the electricity?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Only a portion can be used by law here, the return on investment is 7 to 10 years

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

It is illegal here to go 100% off grid. You have to tie in and sell your extra and only use 40% of your own made electricity

@spain1998 3 года назад

How does Costa Rica compare with Ecuador for Ex-Pats?

@cybersecuritypentestinginc2034 4 года назад

Thank you guys for putting this video and lists together!! Looking forward to our CR move!! Your intel definitely a huge help

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching and glad the videos help!

@kaym1621 3 года назад

So, you guys aren't Costa Rican citizens? Are you staying on a visa? Do you mind if I email you for more information? My family and I are interested in moving from the US to Costa Rica!

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

facebook.com/1828715644047848/posts/2742355952683808/

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WxBopBBmxHI.html

@kaym1621 3 года назад

@@TheDufresnes I'm sorry, I didn't realize you guys were getting bombarded with comments and emails! I looked through the comments and didn't see anything, that's the only reason I asked, so I do apologize..I wasn't trying to be rude in anyway. After I posted my initial question, I came across more of your videos, they're very helpful so thank you for those (and this link)! Have a good one and God bless!

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Thanks for understanding, we have a ton of info on all of our videos and we do the consultations for people with questions more related to their situation

@DerwinDaDestroyer 4 года назад

How much is the cost of a Single Unit Shipping Containers? USD or CRC

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We build can them for around 45,000usd

@DerwinDaDestroyer 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes thanks for the speedy response!!!

@DerwinDaDestroyer 4 года назад

Also what's the estimated time of completion? (If everything possible went wrong e.g. tools, measurements, weather)

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

@@DerwinDaDestroyer 3 months

@genemaurillo4162 4 года назад

can one rent an apartment (high or low season) where the rent is a constant and doesn't fluctuate? Thanks.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

There are some out there you just have to search

@wolfgangandrewx2416 4 года назад

yes of course

@mjs28s 4 года назад

good grief! I guess the people putting up how cheap it is to live there must be living in a shack with no AC, no car, and growing their own food. Many of those costs are no different that what my wife and I spent living in three different cities in two different states here in the USA.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Exactly! I'm not sure where the other people get their numbers from. But you do save on medical and prescriptions once you have residency. Plus like we said the car insurance, property tax and things like that are less expensive. You can also buy groceries cheaper and fresher too.

@MariTatoProducer 4 года назад

Where are those cities?

@kwp4047 4 года назад

whats the best time of year to get a good deal on a rental?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Sept, Oct and November are the best times to get the best prices on rentals as it's rainy season. May and June are second cheapest. That's what we base our pricing on

@piusoneill515 4 года назад

How much would a parcel of land cost? Average?

@spklyunicorn 4 года назад

This is by far the best and most realistic video I have seen on this topic! I have lived here for 28 years and am shocked when ppl talk about living here on $1,000 a month. Something you didn't mention are medications outside of the socialized health system, clothing, shoes, make-up, all of which are pretty pricey. Furnishings are also crazy too.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks, medications you can find for a decent price in Costa Rica or just buy in Nicaragua. Shoes are close to Canadian pricing. Furniture we found to be cheaper, our beds and couches are better quality then Canada from Ashley furniture here and were a lot cheaper

@kenrapp3145 3 года назад

Is 2k a month for a single person enough to live on in nicer areas?

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Yes you'll be ok with that amount 😊

@TotalHealthTurnAround 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing your info!

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thank you for watching! We really glad a lot of people are finding this video helpfull.

@macsimuse4401 4 года назад

What's up, can it bcm possible to stay, what it costs, to rent from u?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Hi, please visit our website www.seacasasamara.com there is links to Airbnb on there

@MsMed80 4 года назад

You didn’t mention cable. How does that work? Cost?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We don't have cable but Cable Tica is a good option, look up their website

@alexmarchant8020 4 года назад

you can pay 64 USD every month for internet and cable service, (TV Digital Plus + Internet 100 Mbps ₡38.650 colones)

@sixtoventura2595 3 года назад

Are there power outages that occur often, frequently or never? How often do major storms happen?

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

In Samara not that ofter, we do get power blips that is just for a second but nothing major. The major storms we've seen have been Sept Oct but not that often

@sixtoventura2595 3 года назад

Do you know if the major cities on either coasts suffer from this or not?

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

There is no real major cities on the coasts, there are towns like tamarindo and Jaco but I don't think so ICE has done a lot of improvements to the power supply

@jorgeyje 4 года назад

It’s more expensive than what I spend monthly here in the us. Iam sure at least half of the things u mentioned can find them for way cheaper. Just hang out more with the locals

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We do hang out with locals, thats one reason why we chose to live in Samara. you can eat cheaper for sure and remember these numbers are for a family of 4.

@chrismundy8778 4 года назад

I'd love to move from the UK. Can my online business be ok for employment?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Yes any online employment will work! You can either do border runs every 90 days or if you make over $2500 USD a month you can apply for residency

@justinshaw6173 3 года назад

@@TheDufresnes interesting (pre-planning a potential move) I thought that only retirees could qualify for that? Info I saw was that we would need $60K in a bank account. Any info you've got on this would be helpful :)

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

We offer our consultation service if you need questions answered before you move. We've helped a lot of people change their lives for the better.

@justinshaw6173 3 года назад

@@TheDufresnes sweet I'll keep that in mind as we get closer :)

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

For sure, we do around 4 a week now and everyone loves it! Pura Vida

@jwalkerC21 Год назад

Thank you good job

@MsMed80 4 года назад

What town and city do you live in CR? This area sounds least expensive than other areas in CR.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

We live in Samara, check out our other videos

@MariTatoProducer 4 года назад

Hello, the nearest airport is more than 3 hours away. Do you travel much outside of Costa Rica? One thing to consider would be to be close to the airport in case of family emergency. I would say.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

The nearest airport is an hour and 45 minutes away near Liberia on all freshly paved roads, it super easy to get to. We've been to Nicaragua a few times but one of the reasons we liked the Nicoya peninsula is the proximity to the international airport.

@roryfallis 3 года назад

hi Chris hope you and the family is well plus living in Costa Rica is a bonus :-) you should do conversion in euro and British pounds that would be pretty cool to know

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

It's easy for our euro viewers to use the XE app. I didn't want to make it to confusing so I only did USD and CAD which most of our viewers and guests are from. Thanks for watching.

@roryfallis 3 года назад

@@TheDufresnes thank you getting back to me Chris 👍🏻 hope you have a great Christmas 🎄

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Same to you! Pura Vida

@StevenDavisPhoto 3 года назад

wow, beer is expensive. same prices as the US or more. crazy. guess i'd stick to liquor. moscow mules every day!

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

Cheaper then Canada

@LuchoCastle_11 5 лет назад

Most of the services are pretty ok in price in CR but because 99% of the country's electricity comes from renewable sources it's more expensive since more money goes into maintenance and what not. I've heard that the pricing on properties is pretty fair (it also depends on where you are looking to buy obviously) but what was your experience in that area?

@TheDufresnes 5 лет назад

This is true and the reliability of the electricity has gotten better. Property is more expensive then we had read before moving down closer to the beaches you can expect to pay $100 and up per square meter.

@victorcm5635 4 года назад

Awesome video thanks for sharing

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Thanks for watching and we're glad you enjoyed it!

@dawson1220 5 лет назад

What's the cost of hiring a property management service?

@ib516 4 года назад

I know this is an older video, just wanted to say thanks! Ian from Sask

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

It's not that old haha, and you're welcome

@amywalker7515 4 года назад

Do renters pay the corporation and property taxes?

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

No, owners do

@edgu71eg 3 года назад

Are there nursing jobs there for Americans? I'm a RN and thinking of making a life change

@TheDufresnes 3 года назад

No, you cannot legally work here until you're a citizen

@brentpatton6132 2 года назад

You can work with residence or with a work permit. You can ask any lawyer to help you with that.

@daveclarke2761 4 года назад

Brilliant, thanks. Planning on leaving the South African military after 24 yrs service, and hoping to apply for a teaching position in Costa Rica. it'd be great to somehow email you, but I'll check your website out, rather. Gracias, senor Gascoyne.

@TheDufresnes 4 года назад

Awesome, congrats on retirement! What do you teach?

@daveclarke2761 4 года назад

@@TheDufresnes just emailed you off your seacasasamara website. Can teach music, and going to expand that to English. Check you're email, pal. Thanks again. Great vids.

@daveclarke2761 4 года назад

And no, not retired... Yet. Still a "youngster"... 43...

@calebmora4831 4 года назад

I'm a costa rican teacher if you have any question. I can tell you salaries in private schools are half than public ones, but is not easy get a job in the public schools