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At AG Legal, we provide specialized real estate law services to guide international clients through property purchases, legal due diligence, and compliance with Costa Rican property laws.
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To enhance the security of your investment, we also offer escrow services, safeguarding funds during real estate transactions. This ensures that payments are only released once all contractual obligations are fulfilled, adding a layer of trust and reliability to every deal.
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We provide specialized real estate law services to guide international clients through property purchases, legal due diligence, and compliance with Costa Rican property laws.
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Buying property in Costa Rica requires completing due diligence including a title search at the National Registry, verifying ownership and encumbrances, confirming zoning and land use, and conducting a property survey. The purchase is finalized by signing a transfer deed before a licensed Notary Public, who registers the transaction with the National Registry to protect your ownership rights.
Yes, foreign buyers enjoy equal property ownership rights in Costa Rica without needing a local partner. They can purchase land, homes, or commercial properties outright with the same legal protections as Costa Rican nationals.
Escrow services safeguard funds during a property purchase by holding buyer’s payments until all contractual conditions are met. This protects both parties by ensuring money is released only after proper documentation, inspections, and deed registration, adding security and trust to the transaction.
Closing costs typically range between 3% and 5% of the property’s purchase price. These include transfer taxes (1.5%), legal fees (~1.5%), notary fees, and registration costs. Buyers should budget for these alongside the property price to avoid surprises.
Verifying property titles involves reviewing the National Registry’s records for ownership, mortgages, liens, and restrictions. It’s highly recommended to hire a bilingual real estate attorney to conduct comprehensive due diligence and confirm boundaries with a licensed surveyor, minimizing risks related to ownership disputes or encumbrances.