Wow...what did the pandemic do to Costa Rica...but more importantly, WHAT IS THE COSTA RICA GOVERNMENT doing about this situation???
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
it did literally nothing, there were only 8,000 deaths. people with the vaccine went into every remote beach and mountain village offering it, and personally ferried vaccines to elderly community members via 4wheelers. I witnessed personally any Tico who desires can receive the vaccine, and all ticos follow mask rules a d distancing rules. They even fully quarantine for real when they're sick. So please calm your tits thanks.
@bigairnohander Жыл бұрын
Did this bill pass?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
@@bigairnohander YES...IT DID
@debbiekirby468 Жыл бұрын
Hello! Thanks for the great videos. I’ve enjoyed learning about living in CR from both of you. Can you tell me if any of these laws actually passed? I know this video was made during the pandemic so just curious if these incentives actually went through. Thanks! 😊
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Yes, they did pass and some people are now enjoying those benefits. I suggest contacting my Recommended Attorney and she can help you get these incentives with your residency. Contact Cristina Go here to download your Free PDF so you can learn how to Contact Cristina! createdforsuccess.com/endorses/atty-cristina
@puravida5683 Жыл бұрын
I'm a permanent resident of Costa Rica, and a property owner for 13 years. Costa Rica is a day late, and a dollar short! It's cheaper to live in Panama, ship cars, household goods for free, multiple senior discounts etc. I'm selling my property in Costa Rica, moving to, and buying property in Panama. Costa Rica is digging deeper and deeper into expats pockets, for bloated government programs, government employee benefits and retirements.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience. It's true...Costa Rica makes it more and more difficult for expats...Panama is an option for people who want to live there.
@chaugg12 жыл бұрын
You guys are amazing! You addressed the issues with all enthusiasm. All the items are very informative. Thank you a bunch and keep providing good information. Take care.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
WE are glad you enjoy it....
@philcolbert78642 жыл бұрын
I've travelled to Asia (mostly Vietnam) and just got back from CR recently. There are similarities. Here are a few points and comparisons. First of all both countries put big duties on cars which makes them unaffordable for most people. In Vietnam the import duties on smaller motorbikes is much less, so there are a lot of them, but surprisingly nowhere near as many in San Jose. In Vietnam there are so many people that having a lot of cars would be impossible, but again, I thought there would be far more in San Jose, where traffic is pretty bad, though at least there's good public transit. Now here is a big difference between North America and countries like CR and Vietnam: credit. In Canada you can buy a car, pay almost no interest and have a payment of a couple of hundred bucks a month. Same as buying a house. Interest rates of less than 2%, while in other countries it's difficult or impossible to get financing. I'm not sure why, but the easy credit makes a huge difference to standard of living (assuming interest rates remain low, of course)
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
I can tell you WHY you can't get financing in CR as a foreigner. CR knows or is AFRAID if they loan money to anyone other than the LOCAL people...they have NO way to ensure they get that money back. A foreigner could leave the country and never pay that money back.
@LogCap4Jobs3 жыл бұрын
Indeed sir... the comfortable temperature, the beauty everyday, day in, day out - indeed just that right there is enough. Add to that, clean air, ocean breezes, having an entire beach, or an entire mountainside to oneself, and it's pure life. Thank you both, for who you are, and all you do
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! we enjoy it here and try our best to share the truth.
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
comfortable temperature???? haha ok..... so you live in a volcano usually? got it
@TEN-perez2 жыл бұрын
@@laurahenderson5524 do some research first, Costa Rica has a greatt variety in climates mainly due to elevation and geographical diversity of the country. Costa Rica has twelve climatic zones varying from hot and humid to cold and frosty and there are two major seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. Costa Rica’s micro climates vary from the exotic volcanoes you talking about to the cool cloud forests, from the dense jungle to the tropical dry forests and golden beaches to the secluded waterfalls and rivers. you like cold weather? you can go to places like Monteverde, Zona de los Santos, Turrialba, Poas, etc. love from Costa Rica 🇨🇷
@michelinecousineau8497 Жыл бұрын
Love you Guys ❤❤. Thank you for all the infos 🤩
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@zombiefireman3 жыл бұрын
You guys are amazing! Thank you for the research you put into your shows.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome....thanks for watching!
@Atitlan1222 Жыл бұрын
This guy with his great accent reminds me of growing up in Texas (70's) and how talkative and friendly people were. Bubba with the jungle behind him is weird combo.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input....I am from Louisiana and that is where the accent comes from.
@patricialumpkin22043 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information. Love and light from South West France
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome....thanks for watching!
@victorlewis3251 Жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I found you and Rebecca. I will retire within the next 2 years. I had been leaning heavily towards Ecuador--no longer. Recently I found a lady online who lives in San Ramon and she seems like the real deal. I've researched the area; it looks wonderful. I live and teach Special Education students in Cripple Creek, Colorado a small mountain town. The weather here is perfect, and I see that San Ramon's highest daytime temperatures won't cause me to melt. I'll just have to adjust to the rain and the 😱dreaded humidity though. 😉 I'm getting my Teaching English as a Foreign Language certification just to keep my hand in education and to augment my pension. So, it's time to put on my Big Boots once more and start my newest adventure.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
That sounds good Victor! Take time to watch my videos...especially my Best Places to live series. You'll really enjoy that.
@icangrowinthat2 жыл бұрын
I just moved to costa rica to start my homestead I appreciate your videos!
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome news! What part of Costa Rica or where in Costa Rica did you decide to start your homestead?
@Pistonbilly2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting this information together.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it....
@omarschez47062 жыл бұрын
Hi guys. Thank you for the info. Can you please post a link to that first video you mention so much?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
You're Welcome... Here is the link to the video that I mentioned: kzbin.info/www/bejne/boSkpXyEgqeBbKc We also did a Q&A: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npmbhXqhiNOLrac
@NarsilRenewed3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the info you guys are providing, your vids are always very informative
@coryhollywood60212 жыл бұрын
You guys make a great team. Awesome video
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
THanks...hope you enjoy the info...
@coryhollywood60212 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica your info is wonderful. Thank again
@chrisrobinson793 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info guys great👍🌴😎
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! Make sure to subscribe and hit that notification bell so you will be notified of our next video. Please share with everyone you know.
@chrisrobinson793 жыл бұрын
Already subscribed great channel 👍
@kandyman27053 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Thanks folks
@meryrhoden2903 жыл бұрын
Amazing video ! so informative thank you ! Pure Vida
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
We appreciate you saying so...thanks so much! Please share with your friends IF you think they would enjoy this channel.
@zeinabsadek49003 жыл бұрын
Do you have another updated video on this new law that we would watch please ? Thank you it was so well explained !
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Thank you... Greatly appreciated! Unfortunately, this is the latest update that we have. But we will definitely update everyone if there are new proposed law. Be sure to hit the notification bell to keep you updated.
@zeinabsadek49003 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Thank you so much for your quick reply ! I did subscribe to your channel and your videos are extremely useful and clear. We can't wait to see if this law will pass as it would change a lot for us allowing to move faster ! Thank you !
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@zeinabsadek4900 by the way, this Law DID PASS....we talk in detail about this law and the Digital Nomad law in this LIVE UPDATE Q&A session. Well worth the watch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npmbhXqhiNOLrac
@leoruocco91282 жыл бұрын
Please do a detailed up to date on these proposed new law's.From my experience there are 3 speeds in Costa Rica.Slowstop and never LOL
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
You are correct....soon we will announce some updates about those new laws.
@magnoliahampton72982 жыл бұрын
the food there is fruits and vegetable organic? Had apple here in America on my refrigerator for two months and it would not rot. It wrinkled up and dried up a little but would not rot. It was as if the apple was embalmed. the fruits and vegetables there are they organic? Are fruits and vegetables like God intended?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
I understand completely...and this is one of the reasons, I live in Costa Rica. As much as I can control my environment...I do my best NOT to eat any chemicals, processed food, canned foods from the store or buy any produce from the store. I try to buy my produce from the local fruit and vegetable markets. IMPORTANT: that does NOT mean it is organic, but it is a lot better than what you are buying in the USA. So, I started planting my own. Sounds like you would have a great time in our Members Only Community. It is where you have direct access to me and others who can answer all your questions and you can connect with great people who are already here or who are coming here. To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica
@magnoliahampton72982 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica thank you.watch your show all the time appreciate the information. Do you have video on attaining visa?
@alowe3382 жыл бұрын
No one mentions living in a mororhome. Wondering if they are allowed and the rules. I have many questions about living there.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
People do live in motor homes, in a bus, van, etc. MOST important thing to know...is if you bring one down, then it would cost you a fortune in import fees and taxes if you want to continue to drive it. BUT...if you put it on blocks, (do not drive it anymore) then not much of a problem.
@blueagle-di6is2 жыл бұрын
Hi. Love your video. Any updates on passing law to bring cars in for retirees?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Not yet...we are are all still waiting, hopefully the new president will get the ball rolling,
@MasterKenfucius3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Subscribed!
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@britestart12 жыл бұрын
Great video. Hey how much is the caja for a couple in there 50's. And how much is private insurance for 2.
@rickgolden23967 ай бұрын
Our caja is @$50/mo for both
@rickgolden23967 ай бұрын
Here 8 yrs, ain't going anywhere
@quantumleap74412 жыл бұрын
Have they passed that law yet. Thinking on bringing my car. And all my things
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
yes...they did pass this law, however, you need to start your residency process so you can take advantage of bringing your car and all your things. The best thing to do in my opinion is to consider joining our NEW Members Only Community. This way, you can find the best Attorney who can help you get this Residency process started. We have a lot of MEMBERS ONLY videos, and information that will help you...but your most valuable resource is having the ability to talk with other Like-Minded members who are already doing what you want to do and are happy to share with you Who they used and how they did what you want to do. To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW -->>> createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica
@geekbaritone2 жыл бұрын
Unless you stay in the city the whole time you live there, a sedan is not going to cut it. You need a 4 x 4 vehicle that sits high and uses diesel. Gasoline is very expensive comparted to the United States. Ideally a Toyota 4x4 full cab with extended bed or Nissan 4x4 truck I don't know that Hyundai makes consumer targeted 4x4 trucks I don't I've seen one in America.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
THat is true.
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
facts, but you can't get diesel, so not diesel
@russelldavis5955 Жыл бұрын
Can I bring my classic 1965 Corvair convertible tax free? Has gthe law gone into effect yet?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Yes, the law has gone into effect. The best thing to do is talk to Cristina. She can help you with this process. Find her information on this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWjFgIeomMaWl9U
@crypt0caveman143 жыл бұрын
do u as a tourist or someone applying for residency need vaccine proof to enter facilities like gyms ,restaurants ect ?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
As far as I know....NO PLACE in Costa Rica requires you to show any proof of a vaccine. It hasn't gone crazy here...YET??? Hopefully not ever.
@crypt0caveman143 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica thank you appreciate it allot cheers ,and yes hopefully never
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@crypt0caveman14 I agree
@robertburnie58352 жыл бұрын
My number 1 concern about moving to Costa Rica is health insurance and whether it includes prescription medications. If you cannot answer this question can you tell me what site on the internet I may be able to get this information. Thank you. Robert Burnie
@EncouragingBibleVerses7772 жыл бұрын
That is an easy one...but first, what health insurance are you going to use? Are you going to buy health insurance from the USA?
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
no, everyone border runs to get medicine or boils leaves.
@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын
Alan.. were you in Banco CR in Palmares today? My wife thinks she saw you there.. from a distance... I didn't think so.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Yes...your wife was right. She should have come and said Hi... Lol....enjoy!
@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica do u ever come to Chimerol anymore? Weds market?
@jckoenigs692 жыл бұрын
Any updates on the implementation of the new requirements?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
I think the new president is working on it. I do know I will be updating and doing a video soon because they have actually implemented the Digital Nomad Visa program which was a law they put into place after the Proposed Law to attract Expats. That DN Visa can actually be done online...and I think they are making it so you can do the others online too... Keep watching....update is coming soon.
@MrMikeCR Жыл бұрын
Funny how I am here listening to you guys for advice on retiring in Costa Rica. I was born and raised there until the age of 20. Since then I’ve been living in New Jersey and visit every year. I’m planning to retire in hopefully 9 years . Did the law pass?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Hope you are enjoying the info...and learning a lot.
@MrMikeCR Жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica I am.. just a few more years and I’ll be there
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
@@MrMikeCR Awesome...you should consider joining our members only communittee. It will save you hundreds of not thousands of dollars and you have direct access to me. I answer every question in the Members area and you get to chat and learn from other too. Have …direct contact with Allen here: ***JOIN NOW our Member’s Only Community createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica
@jeffsim41913 жыл бұрын
Fyi USA has loads of tax treaties with countries that eliminates double taxation.... Like Canada where I am for example. Costa Rica just happens to not be one of those countries, but most in the western world have those treaties.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
thanks for that info
@kojirosasaki81292 жыл бұрын
My man thank you
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
You bet.... Consider joining our members-only community...You'll 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 KZbin. To discover videos that NOBODY else talks about.... ***JOIN NOW -->>> createdforsuccess.com/endorses/investcostarica
@BucketListTravellers3 жыл бұрын
Great information! We're in Nicaragua at the moment but we're planning to come to Costa Rica soon.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! We are so glad we can help. Please share this channel with people you think would enjoy this. We hope you find the PERFECT spot and hope we can continue to help you.
@samriver29663 жыл бұрын
I hope u guys had a good time in my country. I watch your videos and love them. Wish you the best in your next adventure in Costa Rica
@BucketListTravellers3 жыл бұрын
@@samriver2966 Hi Sam! Thanks for watching and thanks for your well wishes. Looking forward to exploring all that Costa Rica has to offer! :D
@keith67432 жыл бұрын
still waiting for them to approve to be able to ship my container there without the import tax
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
YES... a lot of people are waiting for them to actually IMPLEMENT the new Law that has already been Approved...and Passed in Government. But, Costa Rica is terribly slow about implementing anything. However, CR has a new President that just took office, so maybe he will get that ball rolling?
@gerohansalas90463 жыл бұрын
please keep us updated on the tax free car imports...
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
We will... Thank you...we work hard to give you the best info.
@sharynbaker1266 Жыл бұрын
How do we find out about these issues for our stuff we have sent here
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
I don't understand your question. Try to rephrase it and hopefully I can help you.
@lolerskates8763 жыл бұрын
Have you done a video on income tax? Property tax? Is there a sales tax? Do you have to pay taxes in Lousina and Costa Rica?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
We have NOT done a video on tax yet. Since I am not an attorney, we need to find a good attorney and ask that person. I know we still pay our taxes to the US and to Louisiana. But since we are technically tourist, the only tax we pay in Costa Rica is the tax we pay every-time we buy something. So, Sales Tax. For property tax...YES, you have to pay that in CR, but it is cheap. As long as you do NOT make money in CR, then you don't pay income tax.
@lolerskates8763 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Your videos are amazing. And your comments are also amazing! I am so happy I found your channel!
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@lolerskates876 we're glad you found us too. Consider joining our forum Support us by becoming a Premium Forum Member createdforsuccess.com/donate
@michaelrichardson36303 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Hi I just watched a very useful interview with an attorney from another blogger. Would you mind if I posted here?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelrichardson3630 sure, sent it on and I'll look at it.
@neilsunstrum9332 жыл бұрын
Plan on buying a property in Costa Rica in the coming years and moving from Canada permanently. Seems like the ideal place to live as Canada degrades in every way. Freedom and financial freedom is very important.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Yes, a lot of Canadians are moving to CR because of what you said. Keep watching, I have great news in my next video!
@thehorseyourodeinon20412 жыл бұрын
Any update on the law?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Not yet....we're all still waiting. I hope this new President will get the ball rolling.
@ginapattison86113 жыл бұрын
If I qualify under retirement and investment, will I qualify as a resident quicker?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
THEY all take about the same time....18 months to 2 years....just a long process. But once you qualify, you can start the process.
@dougdileo47273 жыл бұрын
pick one
@texasflashcoveinstaller43173 жыл бұрын
In the last ten years, the United States government has allocated less than $50 million in foreign aid to Costa Rica. ... Currently, only 5.5 percent of Costa Rica's 58.91 billion GDP is attributed to agriculture, 21 percent of the GDP comes from industry and 73.5 percent is from the service and tourism industry. That’s 73.5% is from foreigners. What happens when the well runs dry ? Costa Rica has nothing else to sustain its infrastructure. Water , sewage , law enforcement, hospitals , professional services, how will you live when the well runs dry ?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Good question....they are already broke....but they have always been broke....so NOTHING NEW
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that info
@dougdileo47273 жыл бұрын
yet they claim that only 8% of gdp is from tourism...their government is so corrupt with bloated pensions- those people in govt. make more on pension than in the U.S.,,,all govt services work so slow because the office workers take their time and b.s. most of the day like the welfare system and motor vehicle agencies in the u.s....the caja isn't so great either try getting a second appointment within weeks or an mri like for shoulder...fuhgetaboutit...they will tell you to take an aspirin and come back in two years...i hear this all the time in c.r from wife's family.....tread lightly
@kf1173 жыл бұрын
@@dougdileo4727 you're totally wrong!
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@dougdileo4727 Thanks for sharing your experience. I realize it is different in CR than in most places.
@lisah5153 жыл бұрын
If you qualify by investing 150k or more. What is your premium going to be based on for the health care system?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Your premium will be dependent on what you disclose to the CAJA Agent when he ask you how much income do you have each month.
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
you only need 30,000 to invest to qualify. where is 150 000 coming from????
@ricke75083 жыл бұрын
What if you still owe and making payments can be you still bring your vehicle into Costa rica
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
If you are still making payments, I don't think you will be able to bring it. BUT, I don't know that for fact. I don't think it will get through customs in the USA. They will inspect the container, see the vehicle, check to see if you have a clear title, if NO, then will not allow it to leave the USA. Just my thoughts....
@TheFinnmacool2 жыл бұрын
It's an interesting question. If there's a lien on it I doubt you would be able to title it in CR or pass the yearly test. You most likely wouldn't be able to get plates for it. Sore thumb business. edit: I do know people who have driven vehicles here but you would eventually run into a problem.
@TheFinnmacool2 жыл бұрын
Doubling the Caja fees for the ridiculous teachers pension payments is going to drive people RIGHT on out. So short sighted.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
YES....Costa Rica is always looking for ways to get more money from Foreigners. In my opinion, CR is constantly shooting themselves in the foot.
@glennr99133 жыл бұрын
Can retirees obtain mortgages on property in CR? If so, how would that factor into the $150-200K that is necessary for becoming residents? Also, is that $150-200K the same for individuals as for couples?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
The new law did pass, do the minimum needed for the Investor category is $150K, and that is per couple or individual. As for getting a mortgage...it is very difficult for foreigners to get....NOT IMPOSSIBLE, but very difficult. While I do NOT know the facts....I think a mortagage does NOT factor into the $150K....From what I understand...your $150K must be all cash.
@glennr99133 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica It's good to hear that it passed. Will you be doing a follow-up video reporting on the specific details of the new law? Did they pass the part about allowing new residents to import their household belongings without tariffs imposed? Does the law allow 2 vehicles per couple as mentioned? Thanks
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@glennr9913 WE did a very detailed update on that law in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npmbhXqhiNOLrac
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
don't retire to Costa Rica
@norcalreppin12 жыл бұрын
@@laurahenderson5524 how come
@TerryJLaRue3 жыл бұрын
5:01. Uh, the reason they don't write the laws in plain English is that they are written in Spanish.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that bit of wisdom. That sure clears things up for me. Lol
@TerryJLaRue3 жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica 😊
@kenfoster15088 ай бұрын
Did it pass?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica8 ай бұрын
Yes..it did.
@jacinthGregory11 ай бұрын
Do I need to apply for a visa. ?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica11 ай бұрын
You only need a passport and you can go to Costa Rica.
@douglacoursiere22693 жыл бұрын
Another great video, you 2! I am now going to watch your live Q & A. What is the tax on Apple Juice?
@Ty2Tito3 жыл бұрын
What you go to Costa Rica to drink apple juice? We make alot of natural and more nutritional juice in Costa Rica from fruits you can grow in you back yard.
@douglacoursiere22693 жыл бұрын
@@Ty2Tito when I said apple juice, I was meaning beer. As Tom T. Hall would say, " it makes me a jolly good fellow, I like Beer. It helps me unwind and sometimes it makes me feel mellow!" Pura Vida
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Good question! but I do know I pay at least 13%. when I buy it. LOL
@Ty2Tito3 жыл бұрын
@@douglacoursiere2269 well in Costa Rica we don't call beer a apple juice, and I live in the States for over 18 years and I never hear it also and I work in the food businesse. Lol Im to old maybe
@lolerskates8763 жыл бұрын
Is it different for married couples vs individuals? Can a 2 person married couple bring in up to 4 vehicles?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
That is a good question....after the law is passed, I am sure we will know more about the details.
@jeffsim41913 жыл бұрын
I read the proposed law... It is 2 per family. But there is a way around it.... If you have enough income/investment etc then you could qualify as 2 seperate individuals rather than one family and then you could bring 4.... But then of course you would need double the qualification $.
@jeffsim41913 жыл бұрын
@@RobertWilliams-mb9jb lol. Yes... That's why I said "proposed law"
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
dude you can literally do whatever you want. it's a totally lawless country. the only people who will force you to follow "rules" are doing it to extort you
@danielgbrittonsr8921 Жыл бұрын
@@jeffsim4191 why would someone need 4 vehicles?
@PhoenixBeI2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you. I would like to comment on the price of things in CR. It's not that CR is expensive. It's that the US is cheap. We pay import fees when we purchase things, and most of the things one buys in the US are imported. The US is one of the cheapest countries of the world for things like electronics. :)
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
That is a very good point and I was just thinking about doing a video to explain and demonstrate that exact thing. Thanks for your input.
@vikingkitten Жыл бұрын
Update?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
That law passed....you should contact my attorney and get her to help you get your stuff here....with your residency.
@vikingkitten Жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Thank you
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
@@vikingkitten You are welcome...if you need a good attorney...I highly recommend mine. She is the only attorney that hasn't tried to take advantage of me...(probably because she is NOT a local Tico)
@alowe3382 жыл бұрын
A motorhome?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
I answered that in your other question.
@jefflabeouf6002 жыл бұрын
Moved here eight years ago. PuraVida
@pamelatwospiritsreader40562 жыл бұрын
Where are you located?
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! PuraVida!
@josegarciavazquez3 жыл бұрын
CR is becoming expensive, they know that are Many foreings in his country
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Yes....it is expensive to live in Costa Rica....
@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын
Still cheaper than the USA.. but Bolivia & Colombia are cheaper.
@fazbell2 жыл бұрын
The awesome healthcare system in Costa Rica should be the big draw. There is not another country in Central America with a better deal for the gringo.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
I think I can agree. For the price most retirees are paying for Caja and if they are willing to go to the Social clinics...you are correct, the price is DANG good,... But even if the Gringo wants to pay for Private Care...it is still crazy good.
@mlchaelgobbi713 Жыл бұрын
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@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@mlchaelgobbi713 Жыл бұрын
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Do you have any updated information about these proposed laws for attracting retirees regarding tax free auto shipping or shipping container situation
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
@@mlchaelgobbi713 The law did pass and it was very slow going to implement these thigns... but they are finally being implemented and some of the first shipping containets and vehicles are coming in Tax and duty free. It's best to contact my recommended attorney if you want to get take advantage of this new Law: Watch this video or go to the link in the description to get her info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWjFgIeomMaWl9U
@PhoenixBeI2 жыл бұрын
Hello again!! As for the world-wide taxation, countries have agreements precisely to avoid double taxation. Therefore, that alone wouldn't be a reason to scare away people. These tax agreements change from country to country, but in general the agreements are designed to NOT tax people twice, AKA double taxation. Let me give you an example. Say you want to retire to Spain on your US retirement. Now, say that the US charges 30% taxes on that income (please note that I'm just shooting numbers here for the sake of argument. I have no idea what the final tax rates would be.). Now, say Spain charges a 40% rate. One would pay the US that 30%, and then one would pay the extra 10% to Spain. So it's not like you are going to pay 30% to the US and 40% to Spain. That would be double taxation, and no one in the world likes that. :) Having said that, one is always better off when one's host country doesn't charge tax on income earned abroad. The rule of thumb is that one will always pay the highest taxes. If taxes in Spain are 40% then we would pay a total of 40% in taxes. Likewise, say Costa Rica's tax is 20%, then one would only pay the 30% the US charges. Again, please note that the numbers above are used only to explain the process and not to give any form of tax advice. I don't know what this is in CR, but if it's lower than the US it would be likely that one wouldn't have to pay taxes in CR even with worldwide taxation.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input and your excellent example.
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
so.... have you ever tried to buy shoes or a TV in Costa Rica or lived there? cuz clearly you havent
@bobbyatman273 Жыл бұрын
Really? Costa Rica is here in 23 is still stuck in Stone Age
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Costa Rica is kinda like 20 years behind the times...everything happens very slow in Costa Rica.
@cliffpearce57722 жыл бұрын
I'm not a traveler at all but I was seriously thinking about moving to Costa Rica, but I found out a lot of things and it's just not financially smart in any way shape or form to move there, when I heard about Costa Rica years ago it was the place to go you could take your savings there and retire for the rest of your life and never have to worry about anything it's called peace of mind and that's very important back then Costa Rica value retirees very highly these days they had forgotten all about that it's called greed, to me personally speaking when I heard all these things about Costa Rica I was pretty shocked, because I felt like Costa Rica had a good head on its shoulders as a country because it understood how important it was to have people live in their country no matter if you were rich or poor, because in Costa Rica years ago your money went 10 times as far as anywhere else in the world which helped out a lot of people that didn't have a lot of money, so as Costa Rica has grown they have also gotten greedy, the worst thing anyone can do or any country can do as a whole is become greedy to forget where you came from, so I get but at the same time, greed for money and making it impossible for retirees no matter if you're only getting $600 a month us or 1200 us it shouldn't matter it's still a lot of money to help the economy in Costa Rica and that's what's important as a country and it seems like they have forgotten that because of greed, I think it would be very smart for them to look at Columbia because Columbia values the retirees by having great places to live for cheap reasonable prices that makes it affordable to live there which is the whole point of succeeding I'm helping their own economy their own people, I'm just saying these things because I was very disturbed about how Costa Rica once was such a beautiful humble people and country and now has become one of the most expensive places to live, this is a big turn off for people in general, it will drive people away very quickly which only means their economy will suffer but they're people will suffer as well it's very important whether it's $100 a month or $100,000 a month it shouldn't make a difference the whole point is that without their local people making a living by selling their goods and services to Foreigner retirees that have moved there such as food clothing nice places to live and so on, it's consistency that is the key to everything in this world, no one wants to take advantage of Costa Rica or its people that's part of the beauty of it, but what's making it very unattractive and not appealing anymore no matter how pretty the landscape or the weather is the fact that you can't retire there anymore everything is just too expensive, that's what needs to change and it needs to change very quickly in order for that country to stay in the good graces of the rest of the world especially retired people, the government owes that to its people and to the retired foreigners that want to move and live there, I hope the people and its government understands but it's the retirees the little people that don't have much every month, that was the anchor that stabilized and helped the country prosper, it just seems like Costa Rica government forgot all about that, I feel like their childlike in that sense there's a difference between retirees on $600 a month social security, an investor it's got 200,000 or even 2 million to invest in their country they should know the difference, and knowing along the way that it was the retirees but kept that country moving along, investors with big money come and go, there is no consistency they move from country to country to use that country to personally profit, they Don't really Care about the country as a whole or really about its people it's sad but that's the reality of greed, so I hope you members of the Costa Rican government should read this make a copy of it pass it around to your colleagues let them read it let them know that there's people that care and would rather spend their little bit of money, in Costa Rica and then return Costa Rica will take care of them this is the way the world works this is how we all survive, if I had a chair and a seat in the Costa Rican government first and foremost I would hold the retirees in high regard they would come first long before investors and corporate business, anyway just thought I would shed some light on what's really going on, Costa Rica cannot afford to no longer become a country that appreciates retired foreigners, it was their bread and butter in the beginning, and it should still be the same now, if someone can only afford $600 a month because that's all they get, then they should be able to live very comfortably on that I don't care what it is a nice decent house to live food to eat $600 should be plenty to pay for house utilities food insurance and then have left over that retirees would spend at the local vendors it just makes sense that's what should matter, investors and companies with big money come and go they're only there for a short time there is no consistency for the country with those people, the consistency lies with the people that retire there, tax the privileged always, leave the little people alone, because it's the little people that are consistent, and that's what matters
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
You said a mouthful... Bottom line....Costa Rica has gotten very greedy! They are killing themselves because of greed.
@laurahenderson55242 жыл бұрын
DONT DO IT
@FincaElCasquillo2 жыл бұрын
You are missing a key point that everyone does… rural versus urban. For example- the Los Santos area, I lived there from 2015 - 2020. We lived well - fresh food, healthy air, 18 hours a week laborer, car, phones, electricity and gas for less than $950 a month. Cloud Forest. We are returning 2023. Pura vida
@danielgbrittonsr8921 Жыл бұрын
Lots of very good points. It is the filthy rich that are driving up the cost of living in Costa Rica. They go there, build big million dollar homes in gated communities, Then they've got to have their golf coarse, country club, and fancy latte. They buy up little cozy beach towns and ruin them with expensive condos, Hotels, restaurants. They make it so Tica people and retiree people cant afford to live there. They've ruin Mexico, now there doing it to the rest of central America. JMO
@beautifulcrazy3 жыл бұрын
OMG I would love to go there, but it looks like there's far too many Americans. Totally off-putting
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input.
@lizardwhisperer14033 жыл бұрын
That was funny as hell, and I'm an American.
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
@@lizardwhisperer1403 Yes....that is funny!
@TheFinnmacool2 жыл бұрын
Far too many Americans? Have you been here? Come to the south. Your off-putting distaste will be alleviated very quickly.
@bradfordduarte1269 Жыл бұрын
Way too many ifs...
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
but they did finally pass the new law.
@philcolbert78642 жыл бұрын
I was going to move to Vietnam, got my long-term residency when I travelled there last year, but unfortunately its government is controlled by the CDC and WHO, who totally destroyed the economy and put draconian lockdowns in place even though 'covid' was practically nonexistent. I'm not sure how badly influenced the Costa Rican government is, but i have my concerns based on what I saw when I was there last month
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Hey Phil, Costa Rica is nothing like Vietnam....while it has some bad things....the PEOPLE usually stand up for themselves. When the Gov't tried to impose some crazy COVID MANDATES....the courts went against the Gov't and shut them down.
@urklstad3 жыл бұрын
Vee-HICK-els
@jimruml98892 жыл бұрын
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@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it
@tomracine86936 ай бұрын
Not exactly the right guy to get advice about CR. Beware Folks!
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica6 ай бұрын
Well Tom...I challenge you to try and prove WHY you think I'm NOT the right guy? Do you know anyone on KZbin that KNOWS more or has MORE experience than me and Rebecca. OR are you simply a Troll who is way more confident and feels so safe behind the screen of your computer than you are in front of me?
@C0mm0nS3ns3 Жыл бұрын
My parents moved to Mexico and its a bit slower than living in the US. With current cost of living in Colorado I have to move out of the country at this point. Or live in a crap state
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
A lot of people are in. your same shoes....they are looking for cheaper places to live. CR is ONLY cheap if you can buy your land and house outright. Otherwise, it is expensive....depending on your lifestyle. LOTS of the locals live on under a $1,000 a month...but many do not have a vehicle either and eat a LOT of beans and rice.
@dcrcrocks8005 Жыл бұрын
5mins into it and still blah blah blah
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Жыл бұрын
Don't go to Costa Rica...stay home Gringo! You'll never make it... it takes 2 hours or more to deposit money in the bank. You will have to wait more than 5 min for the clerk to finish talking crap to her neighbor before actaully helping you. It's a lot better for you to go Troll somewhere else.
@jasonlipskie71113 жыл бұрын
Hello guys , can you provide email please , we are very interested in moving to Costa Rica , love to connect with you 😀
@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica3 жыл бұрын
Best way to contact us is by joining the forum or subscribe to our list. Contact Us - Join Our Mailing List createdforsuccess.com/contact-us-youtube Join Forum Free createdforsuccess.com/forum-free BTW - Come chat with us in our Free "Living in Costa Rica" Forum createdforsuccess.com/forum-free
@djidronemedia70833 жыл бұрын
I just discovered your channel and love it. You both have great personality and are very informative. Thanks for sharing and for efforts.