Resources For Buyers
Buying a Property in Costa Rica
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Costa Rica, International Information, International Listings, Newsletters, Resources For Buyers on October 25th, 2011
Buying a Property in Costa Rica
The decision to purchase real estate in a foreign country can at first be a daunting proposition. However, it is possible to safely buy property in Costa Rica with the assistance of a reputable REALTOR® and attorney. Your REALTOR® should be able to help you to locate property suitable to your needs, educate you as to property values and other considerations in your chosen area, and assist you with negotiating a fair price. You should also use an attorney (Certified Public Notary) with a good reputation who can handle the financial aspects of the transaction and ensure that you will have legal title to your property. Read the rest of this entry »
Trujillo, Honduras – lot prices
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Honduras, International Information, International Listings, Resources For Buyers on October 24th, 2011
Trujillo, Honduras
As a REALTOR involved in International Real Estate I’m sure you know that I did have a business reason to visit Trujillo, Honduras! Read the rest of this entry »
Honduras – Trujillo
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Honduras, International Information, International Listings, Resources For Buyers on October 11th, 2011
We loaded my luggage into the van and set off for Trujillo (pron. Tru-hee–yoh) a drive of just a little over 2 hours.
Having visited Central America previously, thankfully, I did have some idea of what to expect of the driving and road conditions … Read the rest of this entry »
Honduras
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Honduras, International Information, International Listings, Resources For Buyers on October 7th, 2011
As they say ‘getting there is half the fun’ and my trip to Honduras didn’t disappoint!
I flew to San Pedro Sula airport in Honduras via Miami and then took a short flight (less than half an hour) to La Ceiba Read the rest of this entry »
Mexico ~ US Tax Implications of Having a Fideicomiso
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, International Information, Mexico, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers, USA on August 11th, 2011
Great article posted by John Dillinger CPS, PFS, MS.tax on the topic the US (IRS) Tax Implications of Having a Fideicomiso
Visit to Nicaragua – Day 1
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, International Information, Nicaragua, Resources For Buyers on January 13th, 2011
Day 1 of my visit to Nicaragua.
I had a short but wonderful trip to Nicaragua and thought I’d share some of my experience with you.
The airport at Managua was modern & well organized. The Customs & immigration officer was efficient but very friendly & welcoming (btw – you need US $10 for the tourist visa), luggage arrived very quickly and they have officers as you exit the baggage claim area double checking that you have the right luggage with you. Read the rest of this entry »
RE/MAX Condominium Report
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, News & Happenings, Newsletters, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers on November 1st, 2010
Condominiums first step to home ownership in most major centres, says RE/MAX
Given serious escalation in detached housing values, condominium apartments and towns have now emerged as the first step to home ownership, says RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada.
Here is the full RE/MAX Fall Condo Report
Information taken from sources believed reliable but not guaranteed
Foreigners can buy in Mexico
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, International Listings, Mexico, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers on October 29th, 2010
Great article on how Foreigners can own property in Mexico.
Foreigners can own property anywhere in Mexico. Recent changes to Mexican laws now permit foreign ownership of Mexican Real Estate. The way the title of the property will be held will depend on its location.
Turks and Caicos Island – Providenciales Map
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, International Listings, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers, Turks and Caicos Islands on September 14th, 2010
Map of Providenciales,
Turks and Caicos Islands
In Search of the Perfect House
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers on August 2nd, 2010
In search of the Perfect House – since perfection is not an option, what should you expect?
This report created by the Inspectors of Boulevard Property Inspection should help!
Please click on the link below to access the report
In Search of the Perfect House
Information obtained from sources believed reliable but not guaranteedHome Improvement Costs
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers on August 2nd, 2010
Home Improvement Costs
Follow the link below to see a recent report produced by Carson Dunlop Boulevard Home Inspectors regarding some ‘ball park’ estimates for repairs and/or improvements to a typical three bedroom home.
Panama ~ Nueva Gorgona
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, International Information, International Listings, Panama, Resources For Buyers on July 15th, 2010
Nueva Gorgona is located about 80 kms (50 miles) to the west of Panama City. The scenic drive takes less than one hour on the four lane PanAmerican Highway. Read the rest of this entry »
Harmonized Sales Tax
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers on May 4th, 2010
The government has put together a document that gives you a pretty good idea of how the Harmonized Sales Tax will impact your spending. Read the rest of this entry »
Is it time to buy your piece of Paradise?
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Resources For Buyers on April 11th, 2010
If you are retired now or retiring in the next twenty years, NOW is the time to consider buying that piece of paradise!
Some of you reading this may be saying “What??? I don’t retire for 20 years yet … there is still plenty of time” … but is there? Read the rest of this entry »
Fractional Real Estate
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, Fractional Real Estate, International Listings, Resources For Buyers on October 5th, 2009
Do you like to take luxury vacations? Would like to own a luxury vacation home? Has your dream to own a piece of paradise been knocked sideways along with your stock portfolio?
It may still be a reality for you! How? Fractional real estate ownership! Read the rest of this entry »
Strategic Tax Planning event – Turks & Caicos Islands
Posted by suecoleman in Blog Posts, International Listings, Resources For Buyers, Resources For Sellers on October 4th, 2009
Strategic Tax Planning Seminar and Real Estate Tour. November 18 – 21, 2009, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Read the rest of this entry »
