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Need any advice or information, message us. Today, we're joined by Patrick Hierbert from Autris and Veritas Villages, a collection of communities across Latin America built around sustainability, freedom of choice and bringing like-minded people together. Today, we're going to talk about what makes these communities different from a traditional residential development or resort, how the model works from an investment perspective, and why Patrick has chosen Atenas, Costa Rica as the location for his next development. We'll also get into the realities of developing across Latin America, what he's learned along the way, and perhaps a few mistakes that others can learn from. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Veritas Village:   https://www.veritasvillages.com/

Need any advice or information, message us. Today, we're joined by Aurel Robert, a Swiss entrepreneur who has been living in Costa Rica since 2021 and is the founder of Realiti, a real estate technology platform focused on bringing greater price transparency and better data to the Costa Rican property market. Today, we're going to talk about what the data is actually telling us about the Costa Rican real estate market, how Realiti works, what Aurel has discovered from analyzing the market, and what he thinks investors and buyers should be paying attention to right now. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Realiti Costa Rica: https://www.realiti.cr/

Need any advice or information, message us. Today, we're joined by Cristina Guerrini, owner of BlueZone Legal, to talk about some of the biggest issues affecting foreigners, investors and business owners in Costa Rica right now. We’ll get into the latest changes around immigration and residency, what’s really happening with vacation-rental regulations, and how the current global economic environment is impacting Costa Rica. We’ll also cut through some of the confusion and social-media noise to get Cristina’s take on what people actually need to know if they’re looking to live, invest or do business here. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Bluezone Legal: https://bluezonelegal.com/

Need any advice or information, message us. Today we’re joined by Paola Retana, lawyer and partner at Legal She.  With 2026 bringing plenty of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tension and changing regulations, we’re digging into what’s actually happening on the ground and, more importantly, what property owners, investors, businesses and expats need to know. We’ll cover everything from real estate, zoning, construction and permitting to vacation rentals, foreign investment and proposed changes that could have a real impact on Costa Rica’s property and tourism sectors.   Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ LegalShe:  https://www.legalshe.com/

Need any advice or information, message us. Today we’re sitting down with Gustavo Morales, Co-Owner of Accounting Services Costa Rica, to talk about the side of Costa Rican real estate and investing that doesn’t always make it onto Google—or gets explained correctly over a sunset cocktail. Gustavo and his team work with businesses, investors and foreigners navigating the Costa Rican tax, accounting, HR and legal landscape, with experience across Costa Rica, the U.S. and Canada. We’re going to cut through some of the confusion around taxes, corporations, Airbnb income, IVA, deductions and the differences between investing in Costa Rica versus North America. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Accounting Services CR: https://www.accountingscr.com/

Need any advice or information, message us. Today we’re heading to Tamarindo to find out what’s really happening in one of Costa Rica’s most talked-about beach towns. I’m joined by longtime Tamarindo resident and real estate advisor Lauren Mantey, who I’ve known for years, to talk about how the town has changed, who’s moving there and buying property today, what life is actually like beyond the beach, and whether Tamarindo is becoming too developed or simply evolving into what makes it successful. We’ll also get into the real estate opportunities, the impact of global economic uncertainty, and where Lauren thinks the next interesting opportunities around Tamarindo might be. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Lauren Mantey:  [email protected]

Need any advice or information, message us. We talk to Beth O’Brien, owner of Beth Anna & Co, to explore what really makes a real estate development successful beyond beautiful buildings and Instagram-worthy images. We discuss how economic uncertainty is affecting Costa Rica real estate, where developers often get branding and marketing wrong, why the guest experience is at the heart of a strong brand, and how luxury travellers are increasingly prioritising authenticity, privacy, wellness and experiences. Beth also shares her insights into Costa Rica’s wellness tourism opportunities, overhyped trends, where she would invest $100,000 in marketing a boutique hotel, and what she would do with $500,000 to invest in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Beth O'Brien: https://www.bethanneandco.com/

Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Casey Halloran, CEO of Costa Rican Vacations and the Namu Travel Group, to get his take on the current state of Costa Rica’s tourism and real estate markets. They discuss how global economic uncertainty is affecting demand, where Costa Rica’s strongest tourism markets are coming from, whether the country is becoming too expensive, what makes a hotel or vacation rental commercially successful, and the mistakes developers consistently make. Casey also shares where he sees the biggest untapped opportunities over the next decade, what he believes people understood about Costa Rica 20 years ago that newcomers often miss, and where he would invest $500,000 in Costa Rica today. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Casey Halloran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseyjhalloran/

Need any advice or information, message us. Today, we’re joined by Daveed Hollander, President and Master Franchisor of Coldwell Banker Costa Rica. Daveed has been in Costa Rica real estate for more than two decades and knows the market from both the business side and from living in the Southern Pacific around Dominical and Uvita. Today, we’re going to get his take on what’s really happening in Costa Rica real estate in 2026—from how global uncertainty is affecting buyers and sellers, to whether the right properties are still commanding a premium. We’ll also dive into the growing world of wellness real estate: is it a genuine shift in what people want, or just another clever marketing buzzword? Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Arenal Ridge:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Daveed Hollander: [email protected]

Need any advice or information, message us. Richard Bexon, Developer of Arenal Ridge and Managing Director of Belong Costa Rica, sits down with Jake Alexander to talk about how the vision for Arenal Ridge came to life, what the project is all about, what makes it unique, and why he believes La Fortuna is the right place for such a significant investment. They also discuss the lessons learned from developing the Manuel Antonio Tree House Villas, how those experiences have shaped the Arenal Ridge masterplan, and what’s next for this ambitious project. Arenal Ridge: www.arenalridge.com Contact us: [email protected]

Need any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Daniel Gehring, owner of El Remanso Lodge in Costa Rica’s remote and spectacular Osa Peninsula.  We discuss what’s really happening in Costa Rica’s tourism market in 2026, how global economic uncertainty is affecting visitors, and the unique opportunities and challenges of operating a high-end hospitality business in one of the country’s most remote destinations. Daniel shares the realities behind running an eco-lodge, from staffing and logistics to the hidden costs guests never see, as well as what investors often get wrong when looking at Costa Rican tourism projects. They also explore whether the Osa represents one of Costa Rica’s biggest untapped tourism opportunities, where Daniel would invest his own money today, and what he would do if he inherited $500,000 to invest in Costa Rica. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] El Remanso Lodge: https://elremanso.com/

Need any advice or information, message us. Richard Bexon, Managing Director and Head Developer of Belong Costa Rica, joins Jake Alexander to talk through the final stretch of developing the Manuel Antonio Tree House Villas — the triumphs, the setbacks, and the lessons learned along the way. They dig into what made these villas different, how the team cut development time by 25%, and what's next as Belong moves into its newest project in Arenal. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Arenal Project:  https://www.arenalridge.com/ Contact us: [email protected]

Need any advice or information, message us. We sit down with relocation, investment and real estate specialist Pilar Vargas to explore why Costa Rica's Central Valley is becoming one of the country's most attractive regions for investors, retirees and those seeking a better quality of life. Pilar shares her insights on how global economic uncertainty has influenced buyer demand, why areas such as Grecia, San Ramón and Atenas continue to grow in popularity, and how these markets compare to Costa Rica's beach destinations. We also discuss rental opportunities, expected investment returns, emerging neighborhoods, long-term market trends and where Pilar would invest $500,000 today. Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected]

Need any advice or information, message us. We chat with Shelby Dobreff of Coldwell Banker Jacó to take a deep dive into one of Costa Rica's most talked-about real estate markets. We discuss how global economic uncertainty is influencing buyer behavior, whether Jacó is currently a buyer's or seller's market, who's investing in the area, and which property types are generating the strongest demand. Shelby also shares his thoughts on luxury real estate, the best opportunities for cash-flow investors, common mistakes buyers make, and which neighboring areas could become the next investment hotspots.  Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Shelby Dobreff: [email protected]

Need any advice or information, message us. Today I'm joined by Scott Cutter, founder of 2 Costa Rica Real Estate and one of the country's most experienced brokers. Scott has watched Costa Rica evolve over the past few decades from a relatively undiscovered destination into one of the world's hottest markets for investors, retirees, families, and lifestyle buyers. We'll dive into how global uncertainty is impacting real estate, where the biggest opportunities exist today, which markets are heating up, and what buyers should be paying attention to before making an investment. As always, expect plenty of practical insights, honest opinions, and the kind of information you won't find with a quick Google search.  Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsult Contact us: [email protected] Scott Cutter: mailto:[email protected]