Insider Secrets

As someone who has helped dozens of expat families navigate Costa Rica's bureaucracy, I can tell you: DIMEX renewal is one of the most common sources of stress I see—and it's 100% preventable with the right information. I asked my trusted legal partner, Lic. Oscar Andrés López Hernández from Expat Legal Advisors, to break down everything you need to know. This is the guide I wish every expat had.

The era of mystery margins and vague vendor summaries has officially ended. Today's luxury property owners demand transparency that matches their business acumen—they want original invoices with tax IDs, comparable quotes for every project, and photographic evidence that work actually happened. After discovering hidden mark-ups of 30-50% buried in "bundled concierge charges," owners are revolutionizing how their Costa Rica estates are managed. The old system of trust without

One of the most common questions I receive from potential clients considering relocation to Costa Rica involves residency requirements and tax benefits. With the upcoming expiration of Law No. 9996's benefits in July 2026, understanding the legal implications has never been more important. I'm honored to share this expert legal analysis written by Lic. Oscar Andrés López Hernández , Attorney-at-Law with Expat Legal Advisors , a law firm specializing in immigration, real esta