lafdbuf
American looking for information about Costa Rica
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Lives in Agua Dulce
Registration: 09 November 2015
Activities in CR
There are numerous places to go. Best if you contact someone in the area you will be spending time. I traveled most of the Country, without a "tour" and never had my car vandalized. What area will you be visiting? Read More
Bringing additional boxes when flying by BTarnay
I'm heading back for a visit to the States. On the return to CR, is it pretty easy to just check 4-5 file-box size - and pay the $25 each as checked baggage? Nothing is all that new.. mainly kitchen supplies and clothes. Thanks for your help!
A box 62 linear inches is not oversized: from SWA Maximum weight is 50 pounds and maximum size is 62 inches (length + width + height) per check piece of luggage. Overweight items from 51 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but ... Read More
Bringing additional boxes when flying by BTarnay
I'm heading back for a visit to the States. On the return to CR, is it pretty easy to just check 4-5 file-box size - and pay the $25 each as checked baggage? Nothing is all that new.. mainly kitchen supplies and clothes. Thanks for your help!
Boxes are accepted on airlines, as luggage. I just did it in August. The boxes must be no greater than 62 linear inches, same size as luggage. Just call the airline you are using. Read More
Kolbi Sim Cards ? by lafdbuf
Has anyone purchased a Kolbi sim card and it was too small to fit into your cell phone? My Kolbi sim card is a "nano" size and my phone is a "micro" size. ICE had a cardboard adapter but the adapter was too small for the nano sim ...
thank you, I will check to see if they have different sizes. It does work, I have trimmed a plastic adapter and made it work, but it should not be this way. Read More
Kolbi Sim Cards ?
Has anyone purchased a Kolbi sim card and it was too small to fit into your cell phone? My Kolbi sim card is a "nano" size and my phone is a "micro" size. ICE had a cardboard adapter but the adapter was too small for the nano sim ... Read More
Inspect a vehicle for sale in Uvita?
Does anyone know of a service or trusted mechanic who can inspect a vehicle for sale in Uvita? Read More
Import an Auto from US by lafdbuf
I know this has been discussed prior, but over a year ago. I want to purchase a used Rav4, or other 4WD Toyota, in the US and Import to Costa Rica for use at my home in Costa Rica. I will be able to pick it up at a port or San Jose. Looking for ...
Thank you for the information. Does anyone here know of a way to reduce these taxes? Read More
Import an Auto from US
I know this has been discussed prior, but over a year ago. I want to purchase a used Rav4, or other 4WD Toyota, in the US and Import to Costa Rica for use at my home in Costa Rica. I will be able to pick it up at a port or San Jose. Looking for ... Read More
Moving from USA to CR Moving company Recommendations? by tracy_orl
Hi everyone, I am looking for reputable movers for a few boxes and furniture pieces. I would like to know your experiences, suggestions and thoughts.
I had quotes from 5 shipping companies for a 20' container to ship from Los Angeles to Esterillos. Most all wanted $7000 for shipment. The last quote I asked for was a gentleman who gave me some great information, he asked me how much my ... Read More
OSa Mountain Village Community
I went to Osa Mountain in April for the first time. I can get you a contact who owns a home there and is selling it, in fact two are for sale. if you would like the contact, let me know. howard Read More
Need help from fellow expat living in Tamarindo !! by Julie et bri
Hi everyone, I'm looking for someone with a truck to pick up a tower washer/dryer for me and store it for 3 mths. This as to be done ASAP. I know it's a long shot, but I'm trying anyway ...
Yes, look them up on the web and call olman for a quote Read More
Looking for Furniture Stores by lafdbuf
I am looking for furniture stores located within 50 kilometers of San Jose. Hopefully with comments on personal experience with these stores.
samramon, I know of a guy in Puriscal who makes bar stools for around $50 each. Let me know if you are interested and I will find the contact Read More
Looking for Furniture Stores by lafdbuf
I am looking for furniture stores located within 50 kilometers of San Jose. Hopefully with comments on personal experience with these stores.
Check out: Muebles Glovaes De Centroamerica email: info@glovaes.net Tel: (506) 2285-8989/2285-0106 Tell Wagner or Marco, Howard sent you (the Gringo from Esterillos Oeste) Read More
Protecting your credit score and identity?
FYI, Some banking institutions use apps that allow the card holder to "turn on" and "turn off" credit and debit cards. One app I use is called "card valet". You will have to check with your financial institution to see ... Read More
Banking in Costa Rica and the US by lafdbuf
I am looking for a bank that I can make deposits into from the US. I own a house in CR and have a Corporation. I am not a resident and have not started the process for residency, yet. I have a bank account in CR, but I cannot deposit money into it ...
Does anyone remember or have you read my question? It is about making deposits from the us, not about anything else banking Anyone have personal experience? Read More
Looking for Furniture Stores
I am looking for furniture stores located within 50 kilometers of San Jose. Hopefully with comments on personal experience with these stores. Read More
Banking in Costa Rica and the US
I am looking for a bank that I can make deposits into from the US. I own a house in CR and have a Corporation. I am not a resident and have not started the process for residency, yet. I have a bank account in CR, but I cannot deposit money into it ... Read More
Buying computers by celferis
Hello: Anyone have recent experience with buying computers, monitors, keyboards, televisions, other small electronics in the Guanacaste area?? Not so much concerned about the price, but how easy is it to buy these things? We are considering buying ...
Walmart in Alajuela and Escazu Read More
Homeowners Insurance?
Looking for information on available insurance for my home in Costa Rica. Companies, Locations, Costs, etc. My home is in Esterillos Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
Juilie, Yes, a trust in Costa Rica. Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
Julie, you get a Trust and put your beneficiaries in it. Cost is around $600. If you already have a trust, that will work but take longer and probably cost more than $600 to get through the legal stuff. Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
if you are really interested I Costa Rica, open you horizons to other locations and spend some time there first Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
just read the posts in response to your questions, all the answers are there! Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
not sure she gets it. almost seems like someone playing on this blog. if not, she will buy and be stuck Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
you need to research other properties. all available properties are not all in a "eco village" environment. I found a home in a private development, low hoa, secure, and 2 minutes from the beach, and significantly lower in price than a ... Read More
Need Moving Truck near San Jose
Anyone know where I can rent a moving truck around the airport in San Jose (Alajuela)? thanks Read More
"best" way to ship some furniture from US to CR
Hi, I purchased a home in Esterillos Oeste Costa Rica in September. Now looking for "best" way to ship some furniture from US to CR. Looking for least expensive and least tax way to do it. Thx, Howard Read More