Costa Rica Investments, Real Estate & Relocation
Richard Bexon
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A podcast about buying, building and owning property in Costa Rica, aimed at foreign buyers and people considering a move there. Each episode features conversations with experts on Costa Rican real estate, construction, relocation and residency. It also covers investment opportunities and businesses that can be run from or within Costa Rica. Listeners can reach the show by e-mail for questions and follow-up.
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EP-309: The Truth about Tamarindo: Living, buying and what's changed with Lauren Mantey 16.09.2026 24минNeed 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 succes... -
EP-308 Beautiful isn't enough: What makes a Costa Rica Development & property truly successful with Beth O'Brien. 09.09.2026 41минNeed 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... -
EP-307 Costa Rica Tourism & Real Estate: What 20 yrs on the ground has taught us with Casey Halloran 02.09.2026 40минNeed 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 mak... -
EP-306 The future of Costa Rica Real Estate: Wellness, Development and Opportunity with Daveed Hollander 26.08.2026 39минNeed 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 whet... -
Developer Diaries: Building Arenal Ridge - From Vision to Reality with Richard Bexon 22.08.2026 32минNeed 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 Rid... -
EP-305 The Business of Luxury Eco-Tourism in Costa Rica with Daniel Gehring 19.08.2026 36минNeed 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 sta... -
EP-304 Developer Diaries: Manuel Antonio Villa 5 & 6 - Mistakes and lessons learned 22.07.2026 32минNeed 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://meeting... -
EP-303 The hidden investment opportunity in Costa Rica's Central Valley with Pilar Vargas 15.07.2026 19минNeed 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 Cos... -
EP-302 Inside Costa Rica's most dynamic market Jaco with Shelby Dobreff 08.07.2026 27минNeed 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 inve... -
EP-301 Where the smart money is going in Costa Rica in 2026 with Scott Cutter 01.07.2026 35минNeed 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 he... -
EP-300 What is Really takes to develop in Costa Rica: Las Catalinas to Punta Cacique with Neal Herman 24.06.2026 34минNeed any advice or information, message us. Today, we're joined by someone who has spent decades turning ambitious ideas into reality in Costa Rica—Neal Herman. From helping shape Las Catalinas into one of the country's most recognized master-planned communities to leading Punta Cacique, home to the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica, Neal has had a front-row seat to some of the biggest successes, toughest challenges, and most interesting lessons in Costa Rican development. In this... -
EP-299 The Ultimate Costa Rica Home Inspection Guide with Alex Stripe 17.06.2026 26минNeed any advice or information, message us. We chat with Alex Stripe, owner and chief inspector of Stripe Signature Inspections, to discuss what every buyer should know before purchasing property in Costa Rica. Drawing on years of experience inspecting homes across the country, Alex shares what he's seeing on the ground in 2026, why not all home inspectors are created equal, and how buyers can find the right professional to protect their investment. The conversation dives into the unique chal... -
EP-298 What nobody tells you about property management in Costa Rica with Joaquin Rodriguez 10.06.2026 34минNeed any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Joaquin Rodriguez, Co-Owner and Sales & Marketing Director at Stay in Costa Rica, one of the country's premier luxury property management companies. We discuss what the first half of 2026 has looked like on the ground amid global economic uncertainty, how Stay in Costa Rica grew into one of the most respected property management brands in the country, and what most owners get wrong about managing vacation rentals. Joaquin shares... -
EP-297 Playa Grande Real Estate Update, Opportunities, Risks & what's next with Richie Velasquez 03.06.2026 26минNeed any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Richie Velasquez from Playa Grande Real Estate to get a candid, on-the-ground look at what’s really happening in Costa Rica’s booming property market. Having lived across Honduras, Panama, and Costa Rica for more than 35 years, Richie brings decades of regional experience, local knowledge, and a unique perspective shaped by his passion for photography, videography, and real estate. We discuss what buyers and investors may not be see... -
EP-296 Eco-Luxury Wellness & the future of travel in Costa Rica with Gabriel Saragovia 27.05.2026 49минNeed any advice or information, message us. We chat with Gabriel Saragovia, one of the visionaries behind Rio Perdido and one of Costa Rica’s leading voices in eco-wellness tourism. We dive into what’s really happening on the ground in Costa Rica tourism in 2026, how global volatility is impacting travel and development, and why wellness has become far more than just a marketing buzzword. Gabriel shares insights into the importance of masterplanning, landscape integration, and creating hospit... -
EP-295 Masterplanning, tropical architecture and cultural integration when designing in Costa Rica with Juan Diego Cardenas 20.05.2026 26минNeed any advice or information, message us. We chat with Juan Diego Cardenas, Owner and Chief Architect of Studio Anonima, an architectural firm here in Costa Rica that’s been pushing the boundaries of design while integrating projects into the natural environment and surrounding community. We’re going to get into what foreign developers often get wrong in Costa Rica, why designing in the tropics is completely different from North America or Europe, how to maximize value without destroying th... -
EP-294 Relocating and Investing in the Central Valley of Costa Rica with Pilar Vargas 06.05.2026 17минNeed any advice or information, message us. We chat with Pilar Vargas, Relocation and Buyers Rep to unpack why, despite a volatile start to 2026 globally, demand in Costa Rica’s Central Valley has remained resilient—if not increasingly strategic—as buyers shift toward lifestyle stability, value, and long-term livability. We dive into why the Central Valley is no longer just an afterthought to the beaches, but a serious contender for expats, families, and investors alike, offering a unique ble... -
EP-293 Why a US developer chose Playa Negra Costa Rica with Spencer Barber 30.04.2026 26минNeed any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Spencer Barber to unpack what’s really happening on the ground in Costa Rica as global volatility shapes investor behavior in early 2026. We dive into why developers are increasingly choosing Costa Rica over the U.S., and the specific opportunities Spencer saw early in places like Playa Negra that others overlooked. He shares the most common (and costly) mistakes foreign developers make when entering the market, and why having the r... -
EP-292 Why Grecia is exploding: Costa Rica's next Real Estate Hotspot? 22.04.2026 19минNeed any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Andrey Quesada to discuss one of Costa Rica’s fastest-growing regions. From booming demand driven by free trade zones and lifestyle appeal, to land prices, rental yields, buyer trends, and where the real opportunities lie in 2026, Andrey shares the kind of on-the-ground insights you won’t find online. If you’re curious about investing in Grecia, San Ramón, or Costa Rica’s next growth market, this episode is packed with value. Contac... -
EP-291 From Manuel Antonio to the Southern Pacific - Opportunity or Risk with Ben Rutherford 15.04.2026 32минNeed any advice or information, message us. We sit down with Ben Rutherford of Bluezone Realty to unpack what’s really happening in Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific market in 2026. We cover how global volatility is impacting local real estate, why stopping at Manuel Antonio might mean missing key opportunities further south, and whether we’re firmly in a buyer’s market. Ben shares where prices are adjusting, what’s actually selling, and the biggest mistakes sellers are making, along with his lon...
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