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Real Estate: Costa Rica/Expert Profile
Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
Expertise
Any question regarding buying and selling real estate in Costa Rica, legal transactions with property and Investing in residential,commercial and industrial Real Estate in Costa Rica.
Experience in the area
I am an American/Costarrican Attorney at Law, Real Estate Broker, Notary Public, involved in the business for more than 15 years. Serving mainly expats and investors.
Organizations
Supreme Tribunal of Elections, member of the Barr Association of Costa Rica, Masonis Lodge, Lions Club, Association for Community developement, former Scout Master.
Publications
La Republica Newspaper, La Nacion, Tico Times, AM Costa Rica, Al Día, Extra, La Prensa Libre, SIPA Press, SIGMA Press, GAMMA-LIAISON Agency.
Education/Credentials
Autonomous University of Central America (UACA), University of Costa Rica, Glendale College, Lumbleau Real Estate School.
Awards and Honors
President of the Association for community developement of La Pithaya, candidate for President of the Barr Association of Costa Rica, former delegate of the Municipality of San José, Eagle Scout with three palms, first place villas playa Samara art contest.
Past/Present Clients
Many clients in over 75 countries.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Costa Rica is a peacefull green country with perfect climate most of the year and friendly people that like foreigners, eleven different climates where good deals can still be found.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
There is a lot of misinformation given by people with not enouph knowledge on the subject and by expats that spread rumors without really knowing the laws and proceedures.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike | 04/09/07 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks for the help... |
| jim | 04/08/07 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
2009-08-26 retire:
You will need to apply for residency, you will most likely have the same medical benefits you have now, there are several private hospitals that you will need to contact to find out exactly what is covered
2009-06-19 R.E. license in Costa Rica:
Basically they require you to take a course which is given a two or three times a year. The fees for the course is about $300 and takes about a week to comlete, the monthly dues are approximately $50
2008-10-13 real estate investment:
The real estate prices in Costa Rica go up all the time and will continue like that for many more years, at least another 10 or 15 years maybe more. Real Estate is a good business to get into and very
2007-11-17 costa rica real estate:
An investment / vacation property would be my preferred investment in Costa Rica. I believe you have a good idea that will be beneficial for you, There are several areas that are preferred and growing
2007-11-08 buying land in costa rica:
Joe: Coastal areas are always more expensive but around that area there will be some properties near the coast that are within your price range. Maritime zone is possible but might be more expensive
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