hknbass
American expat in Costa Rica
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Registration: 02 May 2016
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Hoping to retire in Costa Rica with my husband by drvendzjia
Hi everyone, I am a specialist doctor from Australia hoping to retire in Costa Rica with my husband who has already retired. We want honest advise from you guys as to whether it is feasible and a good plan. Money is not an issue but would we be ...
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Hoping to retire in Costa Rica with my husband by drvendzjia
Hi everyone, I am a specialist doctor from Australia hoping to retire in Costa Rica with my husband who has already retired. We want honest advise from you guys as to whether it is feasible and a good plan. Money is not an issue but would we be ...
Hello. Depending on your weather preference, and you do have choices here.I live in the San Ramon area and enjoy the town and the weather, cooler than San Jose .Just has a laid back atmosphere. xxxx Read More
Mistakes expats make in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Costa Rica? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...
You are so right. Just because they speak English doesn't make them your friend.Be wary of gringo more than the tico. Read More
Mistakes expats make in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Costa Rica? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...
Hey Dave. Not only do I employ 1 part-time gardener.I employ his wife as our maid but when needed I can hire up to 4 at a time to help on my property and my projects. Believe me, they come running and are very earnest at 1st but dwindle over a short ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Costa Rica? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...
this is what several gringos in this area are paying. It's always good to ask what the going rates are before you hire.My last maid was with me for over a year and never complained about the money.I do give bonuses but when they deserve them and ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Costa Rica? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...
OH YEH! When hiring help no matter what you are having them do be very careful. Some will demand Caja when working with you for less than a month, will want to be paid for holidays, and whatever else they can get out of your Gringo Ass.Fire one and ... Read More
How has your life changed in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Costa Rica? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Oh yeh, I rented for 6 months 1st.My wife that was terminally ill wanted her last days here and I was not about to deny her anything that was in my power. There are many things that I love about the country and many of others I have had the pleasure ... Read More
How has your life changed in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Costa Rica? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
happy for your cholesterol.My $500 bill might be due to my home being 3600 ft and 24/7 security system and 4 big screen TVs going at once, lol. I am selling the home and won't reveal its location but its a very nice luxury home and has newer ... Read More
How has your life changed in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Costa Rica? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Been living in CR for 4 years and have decided to move to Thailand where I lived for 5 years .$600 bucks for a minor driving offense.Electric bill $500 a month.Water gets turned off from 6am to 5 pm EVERYDAY.Food prices are a joke unless your in ... Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Costa Rica, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
Screw loans. 1 of my properties is advertised here on this site. ( Safe Secure Mountain home) heading. workers here get real lazy when they got a couple bucks in their pocket. Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Costa Rica, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
1thing that's pretty cheap is labor and the repairs they make. I watch my workers like a hawk and are teaching them to clean up after they are done. I visited CR 1st time in 2005 and fell in love but didn't buy property at that time.Things ... Read More
Billed $15,481 for Nine Days Hospital Stay, What Are My Options? by marvinlh
Hi, my name is Marvin and I am new to the 草榴社区 Costa Rica forum. I hope to gain from the experience of the members of this forum. In full disclosure, I am also posting this same message on 2 other forums to get good actionable advice as my ...
every country i have ever lived 4. there is always a gringo price.For everything Read More
Billed $15,481 for Nine Days Hospital Stay, What Are My Options? by marvinlh
Hi, my name is Marvin and I am new to the 草榴社区 Costa Rica forum. I hope to gain from the experience of the members of this forum. In full disclosure, I am also posting this same message on 2 other forums to get good actionable advice as my ...
1 more thing.If you owe a bill/driving ticket/taxes or have not made certain payments you could be denied an exit from CR Read More
Billed $15,481 for Nine Days Hospital Stay, What Are My Options? by marvinlh
Hi, my name is Marvin and I am new to the 草榴社区 Costa Rica forum. I hope to gain from the experience of the members of this forum. In full disclosure, I am also posting this same message on 2 other forums to get good actionable advice as my ...
Pay with a credit/debit card then reverse the charges.After reversal, contact the hospital and negotiate a new deal. Sucks but you will have more bargaining power this way. Read More
Why Many 草榴社区s Return to their Home Country by 草榴社区Dave
I am often asked why Gringos return to their home countries so quickly after moving here. It is difficult to answer. My experience is that more often than not, it鈥檚 for the same reason(s). Failure to assimilate and failure to accept things ...
Been here 4 years this July and now have had enough of the bureaucracy and just plain ignorance of the people.I am not a resident and don't have a CR driver's license but do own 2 homes and 2 cars here and have been trying to sell my homes ... Read More