Make sure to post your questions here....We are usually live on this side for about an hour after the video Premieres so we can answer your questions. Make sure to let us know hwat you like and how we can help you.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Good question!

@peggysue3403

3 жыл бұрын

Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica thank you ... Well it’s October 1 and Californians are allowed in.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Isn't it great!

@mvvinds

3 жыл бұрын

Oops! Something went wrong!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@mvvinds Not sure what you are referring to???

I studied in Costa Rica for a month to finish up my undergrad degree & stayed in Puerto Viejo for a weekend excursion & was warned about drugs but I had the exact opposite experience. Never once did someone offer me drugs, nor did I witness anyone selling drugs, & never witnessed any type of criminal activity. The people were very friendly & not once did I feel unsafe.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

You are right about the people being very friendly. I think Puerto Viejo is fun and beautiful but since there are a lot of tourist, there are those individuals looking to prey on unsuspecting people. We lived there for almost a year and were out in town for supper and walks almost every weekend...lots of exposure.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@nomadic3574 We were talking about the Caribbean side when we were talking about drugs. Thanks for your input.

@wilmarycg

2 жыл бұрын

People attract what they fear!

@alrent2992

2 жыл бұрын

Stay there a year and you'll see bad too. It's not all rosy!

@DONNYPESO

2 жыл бұрын

The drugs on the side where the Gringos go

Thanks so much for all the great information! I've been debating starting with 6 months in another country and these videos are VERY helpful. THANK YOU!!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Super helpful for anyone with a retirement plan looking at Costa Rica! The dos and don'ts are exactly what I needed

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Wow. Thank you so much. The maps really helped put the territories in perspective. Coweta sure sounds inviting. Can't wait to see the other videos. Oh, and thanks for the PDF.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

So informative !...all that work ,thank you!!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks...we're glad you enjoy it.... Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss out on our next videos

Love this guys voice and delivery.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words!

Recently retired from the US military and considering Costa Rica as a secondary or primary home. Visited there once seven years ago and loved it. Thank you for your videos.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure...Enjoy!

I love your channel and thank you for the very informative information

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks for taking time to comment! You're Awesome!

That's amazing you guys have lived in so many places! I lived on the beach near Quebrada Ganado near Herradura for a year before moving to Perez just 2 months ago.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

OK....how was that place compared to Perez?

Real very good videos that you produce both of you are so good at giving information thank you so much ...

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you...we work hard to give you the best info.

Thank you sooo much, amazing content guys!:)

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your kind words!

Your information is right on and well done. Thank You

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome....thanks for watching!

Great overview! The Estuarios area or the lower Nokoya area sounds like they would be a good fit for us. We love being near the beach. You've got a very impressive SEO and tags game btw!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video....and Thanks, THE SEO game is the best way to reach more and more people!

Love what you are doing. Thank you so much.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

Your videos are excellent and enjoyable to watch. Thank you.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Share with everyone you know and come join us in our new forum.... Help us build a community with great people who can learn from each other about Costa Rica. forum.cloudforestchapel.com

Very helpful, thank you.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy and Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

Thank you for the information, right now I'm only 17 but I hope to live there one day!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Now is a good time to start planning & start saving so you can enjoy the life you want to live.

THANK YOU! I’ve been watching all your videos !! Considering making a home with my family there!!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Do your research and make sure you are ready. Living in Costa Rica is NOT all fun and Games. It is a culture shock....be prepared. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

@iamheck2830

3 жыл бұрын

Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica I’m a native Floridian... so that comes with a certain set of skills that look very useful in this part of the world.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@iamheck2830 That's great

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@paulzorabedian8258 Always best to rent before you buy so you learn the area.

Okay. I've been to Costa Rica twice before but it has been about eight to ten years since I have been back. I'm retired and live in the United States. My wife and I have been entertaining the idea of relocating there permanently and I believe the time has come. She's sending me down on a reconnaissance mission. She has only been there one time and that was with me for a very tourist like trip. Resort based in other words. I have seen many Costa Rica videos before, but this is the first one that came up and that I chose to watch in my new earnest search for the home. Thank you for doing such a great job and having so much information concisely packed in a short span of time. I will move on to the other videos.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

We are so glad you enjoy the videos. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

@hernanzetino5287

2 жыл бұрын

You have given very good information about Costa Rica and I would like to contact you by phone or email, I have been washing a lots of videos on your channel and called my attention about buy property that are not even listed on the market and are for sale!!!

Just found your channel and love it, so informative! My boyfriend and I have been looking into teaching English in Costa Rica as our next country but can’t decide on a location. I would love a beach town that’s quite remote, but not more than an hour or so away from a bigger town, but not sure if that’s at all possible as I can imagine the gorgeous beaches are not hidden gems as much anymore 🤣 we’re keeping updated with your videos so thanks very much!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! We hope you find the PERFECT spot and hope we can continue to help you. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free

@johne1071

2 жыл бұрын

Montezuma

Good information . I live in San Vito and its everything you said -old world excellent!!! I didnt know about the big circle of the tourist zone from San Jose to Guanacaste but that makes sense . I've read that 80% of the population lives in the greater San Jose area. No wonder the traffic is terrific.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input and sharing. WE miss San Vito....a great place. Enjoy Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

I am so happy I stumbled across your channel!! I plan to spend a few months in Costa Rica and it has been pretty intimidating, especially traveling with a child. This video gave me so much insight and I look forward to watching your other videos.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

You can do it! WE are so glad you found our channel! If we can help you with anything, questions, topics for a video you're interested in...etc. Let us know!

@Soltice-ty2nf

Жыл бұрын

Can you give an update?

Thank you, well done!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I’m thinking of volunteering for a couple of months in Costa Rica! It looks really nice there! 😊

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

It is very nice.... Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

It's very interesting to see this "presentation" about my country because it comes from visitors that know live here.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Saludos desde Limón.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it.

Great video since I'm going for the first time and looking forward to buy property to move there

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

You can do it! We enjoy helping people get the info they need. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com Join our Facebook Group & Connect with others coming to Costa Rica facebook.com/groups/livingincr We might be interested in watching our latest video (Building a House in Costa Rica - 90 Day Challenge): kzread.info/dash/bejne/i5xpzaOik6azddI.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/hIeespimha-sZ5M.html

I love living in Puriscal. Very nice town with majestic views of the Country and very friendly citizens.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing...

Hey there! My girlfriend and I are binge watching your videos. You two are a wealth of great information and we are certainly going to be asking you for tips when we're ready to visit and acquaint ourselves with paradise! I've been looking all over for the "Premium" option. Where is that squirrely little button? We want you to take our money!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

We greatly appreciate your kindness. Go to the link below for premium account for the forum. livingincostarica.activeboard.com/f642572/residency-for-costa-rica/ So glad y’all are enjoying the channel.

Great advice. My husband and I love the Pacific side. We are thinking about moving there. The next time we come there we can visit some of these places you too have been before we make that choice

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Please do! That would be smart on your part.... Hope you can join us for the KZread LIVE tomorrow.... Sunday 2 PM EST. You ask the Questions...we'll give you the answers.

I"m going through your back list of videos and came across this one... and you know what? I've seen this one before! I watched it soon after you released it, when Michel and I were still in Morocco. And it stuck with me. I've talked about it periodically since, about all the information you offered. Now that we've lived in Costa Rica for almost a year, I have to say that you were spot on with all of this. We are hoping against hope that CR will ditch those mandates so we can stay in the country and enjoy all of this diversity.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you have found our channel. We hope you enjoy it and we too, hope they will revert back. I do think this will pass and we will all be able to enjoy CR again.

That's very good advice. Please check Oreamuno and Turrialba in Cartago. This area is also very nice. Carrizal in Alajuela is also very nice area too.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

I have a villa in Playa Hermosa/Guanacaste and feel fortunate to find my slice of paradise. The people and the scenery are out of this world. I just purchased a small farm in Sardinal so I can build a farm and check out. Sadly, we have lost the USA to the looters. I will gladly give my allegiance to CR.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you Chris....I completely understand. It is very sad how the USA is being taken away by the corrupt and evil in the world.

@jlb9074

3 жыл бұрын

We’re in Coco and feel the same as you. I’ve thought about purchasing a small farm too - haven’t done that yet because we’re still part time - but it’s a dream of mine.

Hello from Belgium .. We visited CR December 2019 Amazing and we hope and count living there one day .. Thanks for your video .. We're looking several informations about CR etc .. Stay safe and pura vida Robert and Marie-Noëlle

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome! We're glad you enjoy our videos! Subscribe and Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

@fernandobreneszamora222

2 жыл бұрын

Sean Bienvenidos,Saludos desde san Ramón de Alajuela Costa Rica.

We live in Platanillo and love it here!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear! That's a great place and close to the beach! Yeah

Thank You 😊 🙏

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

I discovered u folks yesterday...awsome channel.....I date a girl who lives about 10 minutes from the airport in alejuela....I've been going back and forth for the last 5 years.....I love it down there

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you found us Tim. And....thanks for your kind words. Let us know if we can help you with anything. Sounds like you need to move to CR so you can take care of that girl you are dating. YEAH :>)

@timobrien698

3 жыл бұрын

That is my plan....I'm 58 and work for American airlines in dallas so it's a 4 hour flight and see her once a month so it's like my second home until I can retire......pura vida....have an imperial silver for me🍻

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@timobrien698 You bet....I will. Sounds like you have a great plan. Wishing you the best. At least your flights are free since you work for AA. Good for you!

We love Esterillos Este area. We call it a movie star beach. Petting live Sand Dollars is fun!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

I agree! Our favorite beach!

Tinamaste has a lot of rain. It is very cloudy for most of the year. Lots of humidity, which means you will have to deal with mold. Some may like it, but if you shopping for a property in dry season (December to April) you need to know, that this area looks totally different during the rest of the year.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input...

starts at 4:14

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoyed it....

@harrylongabaugh7402

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@partyinthebeach

3 жыл бұрын

I should have read your comment first.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@partyinthebeach Yes, I agree...It is amazing how many people really appreciate the hard work we put into these videos. Most people leave some amazing comments! But no matter how hard you work...we always get some people who just don't appreciate it. How would you feel if you cut your neighbors yard for free and then he says...you could have come cut it yesterday. It's like...WHAT? I did this for free and you're complaining. Just ain't right is it?

@partyinthebeach

3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the rest of it. Thank you. I'm not sure if you get paid more for longer videos if that's the reason it took so long to get into the content of the title. I watch a lot of youtube and I just want to get to the meat and potatoes with a short intro.

Thanks for sharing all your knowledge. We have lived in Brazil and have traveled to Costa Rica a few times already. We LOVE it and want to retire there in about 8 years. In the meantime, we are visiting, asking questions and learning. We would like to live near the beach but not in a touristy town. We speak Spanish and want to experience the true culture as much as possible while still having access to necessities.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

I would recommend going south of Jaco. That would be Esterillos. In my opinion, the most beautiful beach in CR and a place that is NOT full of tourist. Safe and you can get decent internet.

@robinbregman7540

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the recommendation. I’ll note it for our next trip. Pura vida! 😁🦜🌴

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@robinbregman7540 Also...consider joining our forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free

Thank you for sharing! The link to the PDF you refer to does not seem to work any longer. Is there another way to have a look at it?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

As for downloading the PDF... Sometimes an error page shows up after you have entered your email address. I'm don't know why this happens sometimes. HOWEVER, please check your email. The PDF was sent. Check your spam or junk folder if you don't see it in your email inbox.

I'm very sad because I came to see Costa Rica, I liked it and I wanted to stay here. But I didn't find help and I'm leaving. There was talk about a lawyer here but I couldn't get any contact from her. Even though I know I could stay here and I already know a lot and liked the people and everything I saw, I'm going to say goodbye to Costa Rica with great sadness!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

4 ай бұрын

That is sad. It is so easy to get the help you need on this channel and there are several ways to do that. If you are serious about living in Costa Rica and want to save a TON of money and get all the Contacts you will EVER need...then the Relocation Retreat is best! Reserve your SPOT to the Next Costa Rica RELOCATION EVENT NOW: createdforsuccess.com/endorses/event If you need help NOW...and don't have time to wait for the Relocation Retreat...you can schedule a phone consultation: ***SCHEDULE YOUR FREE 10 min Phone Consultation with Allen to discover and learn the best way to Enjoy Costa Rica. createdforsuccess.com/endorses/phone-consult And if you want continued access to me for any questions, support and much more...joining our Member's only community is AWESOME.... Have …direct contact with Allen here: ***JOIN NOW our Member’s Only Community createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica So, from the way I see it....you can get all the help you need...if you just know where to go and NOW....you know! Looking forward to helping you.

Super fun and informative channel! My husband and I have visited Costa Rica for the past 5 yrs staying for 1 month at a time . We absolutely LOVE the lower Caribbean, specifically from Playa Chiquita down to Manzanillo . We have definitely felt very safe. I think any town that is bigger and hass a party night life will be risky to live in. Can't wait to get back! Thanks for making these videos, i'm hooked.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Serena! So glad you enjoy the channel. Please share it with everyone you know.

Love the video... we are moving to the Lake Arenal area!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! So glad you have decided to go to Costa Rica. Consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

Genuine question... did the Crack Train move on from Cahuita? I Was there for a while 12 years ago and when the drugs rolled into town it was very sketchy!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

From what I understand the TRAIN no longer operates. However, the drugs in my opinion were still BAD. Every TIME we went to eat, someone or SEVERAL people were trying to sell me drugs.

Thank you for sharing and the good information. You did not talk about Limo'n much or give much information other than it being a port town. Can you please give some insight on the city? Thank you! Grateful,

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Go to the Best Places to Live playlist. We did a detailed video of all five places.

@debrasmall9095

Жыл бұрын

You may have to do your own research like me there

Looking for a quick getaway should it be required. Small apartment in a safe small city near international school and hospital. Want to live close to things to walk to. Not out in the mountains or some far out place. Near ish to San Jose airport. Don't want a car. Thoughts? JB

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

This is a great topic to put in our FB group or our Forum. You'll get a lot more responses than just on the YT channel. We have lots of people who would love to give you some feedback. CONSIDER Supporting us by becoming a "Premium Forum Member" or (FREE too & Chat with Us) createdforsuccess.com/donate Contact Us - Join Our Mailing List createdforsuccess.com/contact-us-youtube BTW - Come chat with us in our Free "Living in Costa Rica" Forum createdforsuccess.com/forum-free Join our Facebook Group & Connect with others coming to Costa Rica facebook.com/groups/livingincr

Hi - I’m looking for the PDF you mentioned but don’t see it. Is it available.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

The link is in the description under the video but it may require that you click "Show More" in order to see the PDF link in the full description...but for your convenience, here's the link forms.aweber.com/form/95/1739757395.htm

I found going to Panama interesting, did you go there often to purchase goods and services? Any drawbacks to that?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 ай бұрын

YES....I like going to the border to buy...can get things at a good discount. Only drawback is making sure you keep your vehicle on the Costa Rica side...easy for them to impound your vehicle if you are on the wrong side.

Hello there. We are a young family coming from a Canada, and work remotely.. What areas would you recommend for a someone who doesn’t like the party scene , and is eventually looking for a good school/ fun activities to do with the kids? Eventually down the road, we would love to live in a homestead. So far I’ve been recommended Ojochal/ Uvita and Puerto Viejo. Thank you kindly 👍😁

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to say...you've been given some bad info... From what you are telling me...young family, (possibly children), no party scene, then Puerto Viejo...that is a drug-ridden party town. Don't go there. Ojochal...not bad, but not developed and no easy access to shopping for a young family. Uvita, not bad...more developed...but still not what a young family needs. I highly suggest going anywhere in the Perez Zeldon area...near San Isidro. You will get everything you need, not touristy, so no high prices... You can find good schools and even an English speaking school which is far better than any public Tico school. Fun activities will be a challenge ANYWHERE in Costa Rica as they don't build anything for kids. But, if you get them involved in nature, hiking, trails, waterfalls...then you are golden. Sounds like you would benefit from getting direct access to me and a great group of people who are already here and can answer all the questions you may have. Consider joining our members only community...You'll have direct access to me and you get to meet other people like you who are coming or are already in Costa Rica and LOTS of good information I can't share on KZread. ​To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica

Great video, thanks. I’m a late 40’s guy from Canada who wants to spend 2-3 months in Costa for the first time. Not looking for party scene - more of a safer, cheaper area where it’s still possible to mingle and be semi social but focus more on hikes/ beaches etc. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance….

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Dude! You are describing San Isidro, middle of Costa Rica! It has CR highest point, Mount Chirripo, Tom of trails and hiking areas. You can still meet and socialize, but brush up on your Spanish!

thanks for your really cool video. soon I should finally retire and I am considering moving with my family from Italy to Costa Rica. I state that I have not yet visited the CR but with the hope that this covid will pass in order to come and make a first visit. I would like to ask you if it is better as a hospital tourist facility to opt for guanacaste or for puntarenas thank Roberto

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Roberto, I really have no idea about the hospital tourist facilities. There is a lot on the internet about Medical Tourism in CR but we have no actual experience with it. If I had to make a choice for myself simply on what I have seen and heard without any other information, I would choose somewhere in or near San Jose. You could ask the question in our forum and another member may have experience or insight on this. It's free to join at forum.cloudforestchapel.com.

@bob-jb8eh

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica thank verry much for your information ciao from italy

@mrkooks

3 жыл бұрын

@@bob-jb8eh There are some good private hospitals up in the northwest, close to Liberia Airport, if nearby healthcare is a must for you, looking for some place close to Liberia could work perfectly. Even so, Costa Rica is cover with public hospitals in mayor towns and regional basic clinics in each town, so depending on your needs, one of those could work for you.

Costa Rica es una bendición,lo malo es lo caro que es casi todo.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I was thinking of staying in Manuel Antonio for maybe 2 months. I’m 25 and will be on my own so wouldn’t mind a lil party scene. What’re your thoughts ?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Not a bad place.....if you want a party scene...Jaco is the place, but you are not too far from Jaco if you stay at Manuel Antonio.

@LeroyLlewellyn

2 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica thank you !

Great video and information. I have been to Samara and Tamarindo which is mainly a tourist town. I'm interested in knowing how long did you live in those 5 places before deciding to move to the next area?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

We lived in a lot of places....if you tell me which 5 places, I can give you the info you need. but for most of the places we lived....it was usually 6 months to 2 years.....depending on where we were.

@Robert-tp9vy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks much appreciated. I suppose it really depends on the area where you are staying.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@Robert-tp9vy Yes....we've moved a LOT....really to discover the Pros and Cons. We want to buy our own place and put down roots...but nothing is worse than buying a place and 6 months later, learning you don't really like it in that place, now that the HONEYMOON phase is over. Now that we've been to ALMOST every area in Costa Rica....we feel pretty confident on where is OUR FAVORITE PLACE.

@Robert-tp9vy

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! and how long did that all took to find your favorite place?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@Robert-tp9vy We actually found our favorite place in the first month we were in Costa Rica....HOWEVER, we didn't KNOW it was our favorite place until about 5 years later after traveling almost everywhere in Costa Rica. But after 5 years of traveling...we NOW know, without a doubt, what we like.

as a surfer I would love to here your opinion on where to buy least crowded and safest place

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

In my opinion...I would live in the Esterillos area. Not many tourist and really close to some great surfing.

Hi, the PDF mailing system does not work anymore. Thank you for showing all your experiences.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

As for downloading the PDF... Sometimes an error page shows up after you have entered your email address. I'm don't know why this happens sometimes. HOWEVER, please check your email. The PDF was sent. Check your spam or junk folder if you don't see it in your email inbox.

PDF not downloading. I believe you sent me a copy a couple of months ago, but can't locate. Could you please resend? Thanks so much.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

As for downloading the PDF... Sometimes an error page shows up after you have entered your email address. I'm don't know why this happens sometimes. HOWEVER, please check your email. The PDF was sent. Check your spam or junk folder if you don't see it in your email inbox.

Can you give us any ideas how the internet is in the areas you visit? If one was a digital nomad, would they find the internet was sufficient?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 ай бұрын

Internet is getting better....but still TOO MANY places where the internet is not that great. BUT NOW that you can get STARLINK...it it affordable and too easy too set up. Highly suggest you get starlink when you are here.

Samara and Nicoya is so nice to live.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Benno... glad you enjoyed it. Let us know if we can answer any questions or create a video about something you are interested in.

What do you think about moving there WITH a cat and a dog ? You guys say you moved around a lot in the 5 regions, did you do so with pets until you found a suitable home? I have seen dogs in your videos, but maybe you adopted there...

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

You can easily get around with a cat and a dog. We came over with a dog....not difficult, but you do have rules to follow, making sure they have all their shots. The cat we adopted when we were here...but she had kittens and we traveled a lot of places with a dog and cats. CR is very dog-friendly....MOST Ticos do not like cats....and only have them around to keep the rodents and snakes away. Most Ticos only keep dogs for cheap alarm systems...so you have to get used to seeing dogs on a 3 foot chain. I find most Ticos don't appreciate animals the way most Americans do.

Okay was it possible to “Stamp Out” during COVID? Also I see a lot of Real Estate for sale now. Is it a good time to buy or is there a reason everyone is selling to get out?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Great Questions, Appalachian--- Nobody is required to "Stamp Out" during COVID. At the moment, (Unless things change again) Costa Rica will open its doors to everyone Nov 01st. And that event will reset the CLOCK for everyone currently in Costa Rica who have NOT "Stamped Out" during COVID. Meaning...everyone who has been granted a 90 day stay will need to "Stamp Out" by March 2nd, 2021. Check out this article: news.co.cr/complete-breakdown-on-current-aspects-of-travel-and-residency-information-for-costa-rica/82442/

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

AND YES....it is a GREAT time to buy! While I can NOT prove my opinion...what I think is....many places are for sale because many have chosen to go home during this COVID crises. There were already a LOT of places for sale prior to COVID...from my opinion, many people came here in 1999, and now 20 years later are at the last stages of their life and want to go back to their home to live the last couple years with family. These two events...have caused a huge supply in real estate and prices are falling like a rock!

@AppalachianHistoryDetectives

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica thanks. We vacationed in Uvita our only time in CR and loved the wildness of it but a purchase for us at this stage is not for full time living as I still work. I’m not sure Uvita is a good place to rent something out but we loved it there. We had lan on coming back down in January to check out other areas so I found your video informative. The place we rented is for sale and just about everything that was on Airbnb when we were there is now for sale so it’s given us some pause on if the situation there is causing people to flee or if they are just getting old as you suggest.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives I fully understand your concern. I truly don't think anyone is fleeing CR... What I have learned in the last few months of creating this new KZread Channel... I'm SHOCKED, but NOT surprised as to HOW MANY people want to FLEE the United States. I can't say I blame them. I've never seen it so bad with the riots, and the state of craziness??? I still don't understand it, but how can I since I don't live there. BUT, I can say, If I did live there, I'd be fleeing to Costa Rica too.

@AppalachianHistoryDetectives

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica well it definitely crosses our mind. If I didn’t have to work, we would have left already....

Thank you so much for the video! Quick question: if you were 23 and wanted to live a simple life by the beach for 3-6 months, where would you set up camp? Thanks again! 😊

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

That's easy...but first, I don't want assume, so are you male, female and would you bring enough money to enjoy, survive or would you plan on trying to earn a little money while here. Just a bit more info and I can give you some accurate info on where I would stay if I were in your shoes. Hope that's good.

@raymonaoconnell8180

3 жыл бұрын

Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica of course, thanks so much for getting back to me already! So there will be a mix, 2 girls and 1 guy. We have a bit saved up, probably enough to last us 3 months but if we wanted to stay longer we would ideally be able to pick up some work, maybe teaching English or in hospitality! What do you think? Looking forward to hearing your suggestions 😊

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@raymonaoconnell8180 Great...now that I know...here are my suggestions. If I were y'all, with the given info, I would stay at Esterillos...VERY PEACEFUL, very safe, no drama and you can get everything you need. But really no party scene. If you want a little party action, go north a bit to Playa Hermosa. Waters are perfect for surfing, more of a party environment and it could be possible to pick up a little waitress-type work or another type of work because of the many BnBs and Restaurants. IMPORTANT: It is illegal for you to work as a tourist and if you are caught you could get deported and NOT allowed back in the country for 10 years. The only thing you could legally do is work online, or prostitution. (I am NOT suggesting Prostitution...just saying. I don't judge.) Another option, because you have a GUY with you...(saying you feel safe and that he could or would protect you) Jaco beach, but it's full of prostitution, big-time party, NOT peaceful...so just FYI. A better option is on Nicoya Pennisula. which is not very touristy and not too developed, is Samara beach. kinda similar to Hermosa Beach, with lots of monkeys on the beach there. Hopefully, that helps..and I hope I haven't offended you. Just giving you facts.

@raymonaoconnell8180

3 жыл бұрын

Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica wow thank you SO much for the extensive response! I really appreciate your help. Muchas gracias I should say! Take care!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@raymonaoconnell8180 Our pleasure.

We're into yoga. Do you know the areas where the yoga retreats are located? Thanks.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know of any personally...while we like Yoga and do a little at home, we don't know much about it as we are new to trying out yoga. However, I do know there are a LOT of YOGA places near the beach. A few in the mountains, but most that I see are near the beach or in HIGH end resorts. As I come across Yoga places...I'll start posting them in the forum. You should join so that you can help out and find out more great info about the many different things about Costa Rica. Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

@micheleantonelli8114

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Nosara

I tried to download the PDF of 5 best places to live…..it didn’t work. Would love to have this information. Can you assist?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

Give me a day or two...I'll fix this issue and you'll be able to go download it. Having a little issue with a hacker who tried to get into my site. Some people can cause others headaches.

Where do I find the pdf????

Thanks so much for all the work you are doing with these very informative videos! I lived in Central America, that is, in Honduras in between 2000 and 2003. Circumstances forced me to move back to Germany where I am from. But my heart refused to move along with my body. So right now and as our gov's behavior has become more and more strange especially through the last year I am eager to find my way back to either Central or South America. I would not want to move back to Honduras though since the situation there is even more hopeless than when I left 16 years ago. So I am looking into the options I might have. I am a registered medical nurse over here and maybe for me it would be possible to make a living as such in the medical field. Yet I don't know about the income I could expect or if I even would be allowed to work as such. God has a way, that's for sure.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Frank...so glad you are enjoying the videos. YES...I think a lot of people are seriously looking into coming to Costa Rica for many reason...like gov't issues. As for work...it MIGHT be possible for you to work in CR...but it is very difficult because CR does NOT want foreigners to take jobs away from the Local Ticos. But If you are specialized or are in an area where they need YOU ...it could be possible. The income will NOT be nearly what you might be used to, however, you don't need much to live in CR. Enjoy.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikerivas9091 I'd like to hear your opinion about the Nicaragua gov't. I don't think it is stable and I think it's dangerous there...but I don't have boots on the ground there. From what I hear and see...many Nicaragua people are fleeing their own country and going to Costa Rcia. WHY is that? Many of them come to CR illegally.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikerivas9091 WOW>....thanks for that detailed bit of information. Worth checking out.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikerivas9091 I'll keep that in mind. Thanks and we appreciate your kind words.

@estelaashunto3844

2 жыл бұрын

Costa Rica is a good place but since you are a nurse this year 2022 USA need and want nurses. Virginia Estate, Virginia Beach. Apply and try

This video starts at 4:50

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input, but the video starts at the beginning...otherwise you miss out on important information.

I love San juanillo beach Guanacaste is beautiful

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Жыл бұрын

There are a lot of beautiful places and beaches in Costa Rica

I love la fortuna or Lake Arenal. Can you tell me about that area.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Yes..those areas are beautiful, but also very touristy. We plan to go visit that area and do some videos on that in the future.

Are there any thermal springs for swimming ? Any interesting caves ? What is it like to go to the doctor or the dentist ? How often is there a major storm ? Is there a rainy season ? Where are the coldest places ( if any ?? )

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your questions... the best thing to do is JOIN our forum. Joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free

Besides Tamarindo, where else do you recommend for amazing uncrowded surf?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

In Costa Rica...you can find a LOT of beaches to surf on where you are literally alone. A lot depends on your skill level, but when I was learning to surf, I was living on Esterillos. Hardly anyone there, but they have a surf competition every year there. But, I don't surf much and I am not near the beach anymore. I suggest considering joining our members-only community...You'll have direct access to me and you get to meet other people like you who are coming or are already in Costa Rica and LOTS of good information I can't share on KZread. ​To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW -->>> createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica

@ryanroberts9210

2 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Thanks for the response. I travelled to CR in my 20's to surf and used to live in Hawaii. So I am capable of surfing anywhere in CR, but prefer fewer crowds. My wife and I want to move there in 10 years when our kids are graduated from high school. Thanks again for your videos. A lot of fun to watch.

Very nice and professional video. We have been to all the areas you mentioned and found Tinamaste to be our favorite. An area we are looking into on our next trip is the OSA Mountain area above ciudad Cortes. Any advice or info on that area?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! I have driven through some of the Osa Mountain area....IT IS VERY under-developed, but some great views in some of those place. In my opinion, you would be able to get real estate there at a good price. But...I don't have much info on that area. Like you....we really like the Tinamaste area. It is a favorite for many people.

@spaceace9606

3 жыл бұрын

Im in the mountains of tilaran you two do a very good presentation together Its chilled and laid back you Know Půra Vida style. Just to let you know i opět coming back to your videos as the other ones were actually annoying. And tool away from the beauty of the Magnificense of Costa Rica.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@spaceace9606 Thanks...we're really glad you enjoy our videos. Please share our channel.

Hi Allen & Rebecca! I visited C.R. about 8 years ago and absolutely loved it! I stayed very close to San Jose but had a friend there who was my tour guide. She took me everywhere! I currently live near Chicago but I am looking to make a move with a major lifestyle change. What are your thoughts on the way the Covid situation was handled, and continues to be handled? Is it a lock-down situation like many Cities in the US, or do you feel most of your basic freedoms are still being granted? I would need to get my business going again once I get settled in. I have a had a business for close to 30 years here and 95% of it can be done online via e mail. You mentioned the bank; how do you feel about banking in general? I am sure I would have to move my clients to direct deposit, as I assume mailing paper invoices through our Postal Service as I do now would no longer suffice. Speaking of mail, what are your thoughts on receiving and sending mail such as cards and letters back to the States? I may need a package mailed to me from the States from time to time, so I was wondering if you had any thoughts on the Postal Service there. Thank you so much, Allen and Rebecca! Perhaps our paths will cross one day!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion, CR handed the COVID situation better than most countries. They had fewer people get sick and die than most. The lockdown was NOT bad at all and now people come and go almost normally. Everyone wears a mask and washes hands at most places...but it is almost normal like before COVID. Banking is OK...you can get a bank account in Costa Rica, but it is NOT necessary. I do MOST all my banking from the USA. But I do have a bank here in CR too. It is easy to pay my bills online with a CR bank account. You can forget mailing anything. It takes TOO LONG. One time my wife mailed an important document and it took over 4 months to get there. I think it got lost. The mail system in CR is terrible. If you need packages mailed to from the USA...then it is best to us FedEx or UPS. It is expensive, but it will arrive quickly. When I send something from the US to myself in CR...most of the time it takes 30 days and many times my package gets stuck in Customs and then I have to travel 3 or 4 hours to the custom office to get my package. But I have to pay taxes and storage and a lot of headaches. Hopefully that helps. In the future, it is best to contact us with questions like this in our forum. That way, everyone can benefit from your question and our answers. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free Enjoy!

@josephcardoni5183

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Thanks, guys! Yes, I remember being told how bad the mail system is there. Very hit and miss...mostly miss. I appreciate all the information! Still a lot to ponder!

Please consider giving info on the average cost of housing. Owning/renting. Is it average, higher than average, more affordable etc.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 ай бұрын

YES. Planning on that real soon...if you don't see that vid soon, remind me.

I'm really looking into moving to CR. No city or close to city life. I'm in my late 50th and single. I speak Spanish and I love the mountains. What you recommend

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

I suggest watching the "Best Places to Live in Costa Rica" Series at: kzread.info/head/PL4UM4wmY6U8JUbnABZnKPg-PhJN6tGjfI But if you don't watch the videos, I would suggest the Perez Zeledon area because it is easy access to everything, and great weather. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free

@krishnaidoo7444

2 жыл бұрын

Good day to all iam a South African Indian moving to Costa Rica Escazu and also single love to meet and make new friends and friendship iam a male I love that country can't wait for 1st week in November

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

@@krishnaidoo7444 Congrats on your decision to go to CR....Excited for you!

@FincaElCasquillo

2 жыл бұрын

Look at the Los Santos area. It’s where I live.

maps are great!!!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

Ай бұрын

I agree!

Thanks for the video! You got yourself a new subscriber! I'm looking to relocate to Costa Rica at the beginning of May. I'm an online working professional who needs good reliable internet to making money. I would like to rent a 1 bedroom place on the smaller/cheaper side to keep expenses low. Could you tell me the best way to find rental properties in Costa Rica? I also would like to live in a safe area and be close by to a good hospital in case something were to happen to me. If you could give me some suggestions on the best places that would fit exactly what I'm looking for, it would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! We're glad you enjoyed this video... check out our forum as we have a FREE PDF that shows you the LINKS for all the housing areas we find are the best for CR. Also... consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free The internet is a challenge in some areas...Mostly Rural areas. However, they are installing Fiber Optic and it is getting better, but it takes time to install Fiber Optic everywhere, and we have no idea....where they will install Fiber Optic. But, in the cities or NEAR the cities, internet is much better. Any place where there are a lot of tourist, internet is better. We work ONLINE so it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that we have internet, however, I refuse to live near the city! So, I end up paying a lot more than most to enjoy the privilege of having decent internet away from the city.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Oh also Darren, I forgot to say...from what the info you gave me...I think starting in the Perez Zeledon area near San Isidro would be a great place for you to start. You could get decent internet near town, they have plenty of hospitals and you can find lots of rentals. Like I said in the first reply, inside the forum is a FREE PDF fo access the Real Estate Websites we often use.

@DJ33970

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Thanks a lot! I plan to fly out on May 3rd and will start around San Isidro! Do you know if they have Uber or Grab or similar service in San lsidro? Would you suggest starting with an airbnb for the first night or 2? Thanks

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@DJ33970 I don't think they have an Uber service in San Isidro, but you could check. I know it is popular in San Jose...and I see the Uber EATS... but I haven't tried to see if you can get an UBER in San Isidro. Maybe they do??? Yes, I would suggest starting with an airbnb....and then you can find some longer-term rentals depending on how long you are here. Walking around....or hanging out at the Farmer's Market...you'll find something fairly quick.

We are thinking to move to but want to be self sustained by the land for example farming crops and live stock so what is your recommendations please

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you want to do what I am in the process of doing. So it all depends on how convenient you want be to town or how remote you want to be. I am very remote for specific reasons...which makes what I am doing much more difficult. But to do what you want and make it much easier...(nothing is EASY in Costa Rica) then look for anything in the Perez Zeledon area....within 30 minutes of San Isidro. This way, you have access to a Walmart (although I hate Walmart, I love it for Costa Rica, without it, almost impossible to find basic things). But being near San Isidro makes it easier to find what you need to become sustainable. If you are serious about what you want to do...I highly suggest connecting with me in the Members ONLY Area. I don't get to see all the comments on YT, but in the member's area...there is so much you can learn and so easy to connect with me there and we can help each other out. Consider joining our members only community...You'll have direct access to me and you get to meet other people like you who are coming or are already in Costa Rica and LOTS of good information I can't share on KZread. ​To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica

@dianagenusgolding4143

2 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Ok I will join and thanks for your info because we want very remote and I have questions.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

@@dianagenusgolding4143 That sounds great. I can definitely help you if you want to be remote. Being in the members area will be the best thing for you. Being Remote CAN be a challenge, but I'll be able to really help you with those hurdles. See you inside the members area.

Thoses areas close to the airport are safe to live?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Really only two main airports. One in San Jose and the other in Liberia. I wouldn't want to live in San Jose but anyplace around those area are safe as long as you are NOT in the city.

Younger self in 2013 - thought you were going to say 1990

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for you input....we came in 2013...so, I could only go back so far. Lol

thanks troy mculure

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome....thanks for watching!

We are retired military with our three teenage grandchildren. We would like to retire there because we could live great. Love the ocean but tsunamis are a concern, so we are thinking the mountains. We like the Estrella area you talked about. We only know English and older so it will take us time to learn the language. Do you believe it would be good for us to move there?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely...I believe you would love it...of course it is best to come visit for a few months and get a good feel before buying. It is a huge difference from living in the USA. You miss out on a lot of creature comforts. However, depending on what you enjoy in life...it can be an awesome place. We love it! No need to worry about Tsunamis....I did a bit of research and it confirms what I will tell you. Costa Rica has NEVER had a Tsunami and I don't think you'll ever need to worry about one happening here. As for the language...we've been here a long time and still barely know the language. We get by and YES, it would make life a bit easier to KNOW the language, but it is NOT necessary. Enjoy

@peacefullife108

3 жыл бұрын

@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica thank you

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@peacefullife108 You are welcome! Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

You missed Peurto Jiménez. Close to Corcovado Rainforest. Now that’s raw!

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Yes...it is raw.... A great place too.

@alrent2992

2 жыл бұрын

Shh it's a secret!

Didn’t see the PDF mentioned in the video. Can’t find it.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Charles... Please go down to the description below the video. You may need to open it to SHOW MORE, but then scroll down and you'll see a link that you can click on and get the PDF. Also, all our PDFs are easily available in our NEW "Living in Costa Rica" Community FORUM. CreatedForSuccess.com/forum-free As for downloading the PDF... Sometimes an error page shows up after you have entered your email address. I'm don't know why this happens sometimes. HOWEVER, please check your email. The PDF was sent. Check your spam or junk folder if you don't see it in your email inbox.

as a Canadian soon to be expat where do you recommend living in Costa Rica in the $500K range for a home?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

I suggest watching the "Best Places to Live in Costa Rica" Series at: kzread.info/head/PL4UM4wmY6U8JUbnABZnKPg-PhJN6tGjfI It really depends on what you like...but if you don't watch the videos, I would suggest the Perez Zeledon area because it is easy access to everything, and great weather.

also looking for a good rental close to the beach 2 bedroom Plus preferably expat community 1000- $1,500 mth. wt pool

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

I am sure you can find someone in our community to help you with that. Consider joining our members only community...You'll have direct access to me and you get to meet other people like you who are coming or are already in Costa Rica and LOTS of good information I can't share on KZread. ​To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica

Great🇨🇷❤️

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it.

What about non-gringo expats? Are they abundance as well?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

It all depends on your lifestyle on how much you spend and everything. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

Do you offer tours?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

We do NOT do any vacation tours...but we are getting ready to do an "Expat Exploratory Tour". For more info, Subscribe, join our free forum and FB Group. Links are in the description below each video.

What happened to the follow-up videos?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

The follow up videos are all on my channel. You can quickly access then at this Playlist: kzread.info/head/PL4UM4wmY6U8JUbnABZnKPg-PhJN6tGjfI

Thanks a lot for this great and useful info. Visited CR 6 times now. Last time in 2018. Always thought about moving there forever. Maybe one day in the future I will do so. On my channel "Dirk's Wild World" I also have a few Costa Rica wildlife videos. My favourite towns to live would be Tilarán or San Isidro. The Osa region was SPECTACULAR, but too hot for a european to spend the rest of his live there. However, this also was a great place

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Yes....much safer here than a lot places in the world. The Perez Zeledon area has quickly become a favorite area. But there are so many GREAT areas to live in Costa Rica. I'll have to go check out your channel...I see you have a lot about spiders, snakes and wildlife. Looks internesting. Also...consider joining our NEW forum for more great tips and connecting with others who want to come to Costa Rica or others who are already here. Everyone in the forum is helpful. Join us today at Forum.CloudForestChapel.com

What is it like to ride your motorcycle... more specifically a BMW (higher end) 1200GS? Not seeing any mechanics in the country... are you begging to be have your bike taken away from you (like when I was 5)

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Riding a bike is much quicker to get around. Lots of mechanics here, but difficult to find high end bikes here and I don’t recommend having one unless you plan on staying in the city. I would never have brought my Harley here. Too many dirt roads and it’s not just the dirt, these roads are boulders and huge holes. Not a place for high end bikes. Rarely see quality bikes here.

@TheGeoDaddy

3 жыл бұрын

Actually, the 1200GS is the “Adventurer” the one that Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boreman “Long Way Round” so it EATS dirt, rocks,, gravel for lunch and sand for dinner! 😎 but - yes - keeping it service EXPENSIVE! I’ve been thinking of taking a mechanic course just to keep that down...

So i guess i can only talk about Manuel Antonio Quepos CR cause it was all i saw Uvita and Jako was very nice. Thx covid.

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

2 жыл бұрын

Hate to hear that for you....but at least things are starting to look a lot better now. Tourism is picking up and not so much Covid craziness as before.

PDF page not found :-(

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

As for downloading the PDF... Sometimes an error page shows up after you have entered your email address. I'm don't know why this happens sometimes. HOWEVER, please check your email. The PDF was sent. Check your spam or junk folder if you don't see it in your email inbox.

Are there are any other benefits or drawbacks to being in an area with tourists or gringos? such as crime?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 ай бұрын

Yes...more crime where tourist are because those people who want to steal your stuff know they can get better stuff where tourist or expats are. Local people don't have high end phones, computers and etc.

Would you recommend living in Heredia

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

ONLY if you like living in the City. Heredia is like living in San Jose. The stats say...crime is worse in the city...so it is something to consider.

@topcat7150

3 жыл бұрын

I am from Heredia, more and more ticos have moved to Heredia in the past recent years (mainly because of job opportunities) downtown is a little old colonial fashioned, surrounded by mountain living places, if you have question about specific places feel free to ask

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

@@topcat7150 Thanks for your input and willingness to help out.

@kennethalpizar32

3 жыл бұрын

@@topcat7150 To pile on top of Diego's answer... (I lived many years in Heredia as well) perhaps the best part of living there is the small town feeling with the comfort of a big city (note is big for Costa Rica that is lol)

Where is the pdf?

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

5 ай бұрын

When you click the link…then you will get an email from Emma and the PDF is attached to that email.

I could not download the PDF

@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica

3 жыл бұрын

Check your spam or junk folder. If you got the error page, it actually went to you...but I know it looks like it didn't work.