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These are print-on-demand which means they are “made-to-order”. Please review the refund policy on each item prior to ordering. Thank you for supporting my small business!

(At this time, shipping is only available in the US)

For my recommended moving “must-haves”, click here!

  • Color Morphing Mug: I Love Costa Rica

    Color Morphing Mug: I Love Costa Rica

    $13.99
  • Color Morphing Mug: Save Our Sloths

    Color Morphing Mug: Save Our Sloths

    $13.99
  • Costa Rica Heart Organic Women's T-Shirt

    Costa Rica Heart Organic Women’s T-Shirt

    $34.99 – $37.99
  • Cotton Canvas Tote Bag: Save Our Sloths!

    Cotton Canvas Tote Bag: Save Our Sloths!

    $23.99
  • Doormat: Costa Rica and US flags

    Doormat: Costa Rica and US flags

    $39.99
  • Doormat: I love Costa Rica

    Doormat: I love Costa Rica

    $39.99
  • Doormat: Living la buena vida

    Doormat: Living la buena vida

    $39.99
  • Doormat: Out of the rat race, into slow, simple living

    Doormat: Out of the rat race, into slow, simple living

    $39.99
  • Doormat: Viva Costa Rica

    Doormat: Viva Costa Rica

    $39.99
  • I left my heart in Costa Rica: Organic Women's Classic T-Shirt

    I left my heart in Costa Rica: Organic Women’s Classic T-Shirt

    $34.99 – $37.99
  • Living la vida buena: Organic Women's Classic T-Shirt

    Living la vida buena: Organic Women’s Classic T-Shirt

    $34.99 – $37.99
  • My Heart is in Costa Rica: Unisex District® Re-Tee®

    My Heart is in Costa Rica: Unisex District® Re-Tee®

    $23.99 – $31.99
  • Solo Bueno! Organic Unisex Classic T-Shirt

    Solo Bueno! Organic Unisex Classic T-Shirt

    $34.99 – $37.99
  • Viva Costa Rica (dark colors): Unisex District® Re-Tee®

    Viva Costa Rica (dark colors): Unisex District® Re-Tee®

    $23.99 – $31.99
  • Viva Costa Rica! Organic Unisex Classic T-Shirt

    Viva Costa Rica! Organic Unisex Classic T-Shirt

    $34.99 – $37.99

costaricaexpatexpert

Relocation counselor and life abroad mentor. Supporting expats who want to make their dream a reality. Award winning author: Rich Coast Collection

In addition to my relocation work, I’m now also In addition to my relocation work, I’m now also a licensed REALTOR® and Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) here in Costa Rica.

Having bought and sold properties in both California and Costa Rica, I’ve experienced the differences firsthand.

Homes are built differently here.
The buying process is different.
And those differences matter.

Through my relocation work, I’ve acted as a consultant, supporting clients with their property purchases… connecting them with qualified professionals, flagging potential issues, and asking the questions they didn’t know to ask, saving a lot of stress down the line.

This approach doesn’t always match the status quo, but I believe buyers deserve someone who’s fully in their corner. I’ve seen what happens when agents put profit over integrity and it’s almost never in the buyer’s best interest.

For now, I’ll be working exclusively as a buyer’s agent – because when you’re buying in a country that isn’t your own, you need someone who’s here to advocate for you, not just close a sale or collect a commission.

Unfortunately, there are many people working in real estate here without meeting the legal requirements – blurring the lines between what’s legal, ethical, and just convenient – and undermining the trust this work should be built on. 

You’ll likely only buy a few properties in your lifetime, and chances are, not many of them will be in a foreign country. It’s a big decision, and you deserve to work with someone who genuinely has your best interests at heart.

To legally work as a real estate agent in Costa Rica, you must:

- Be a legal resident, with a permanent residency card, free of conditions
- Register with Hacienda (the tax authority)
- Register with SUGEF (the financial regulatory agency)
- Be certified by one of the two real estate organizations

I’m here to do things differently – with integrity, ethics, and your best interest at the center of every decision.

If you’re thinking about buying property in Costa Rica and want support that’s legal, ethical, and buyer-focused, I’m here to help. Send me a message and let's chat.

#costarica #costaricarealestate #livingincostarica #howtomovetocostarica
I’ve had severe allergies the last few months. G I’ve had severe allergies the last few months. Grateful for kind friends who stopped by last night and brought me this gorgeous bouquet of eucalyptus. Hopefully it will help clean and clear the air of whatever I might be allergic to. 🌱

#costarica #movingtocostaricasimplified #expatlife #movingabroad #expatsincostarica #livingabroad #livingincostarica #howtomovetocostarica #beagoodexpat
Cultural context matters. In Costa Rica, patience Cultural context matters.
In Costa Rica, patience is a value... not a flaw.
Instead of humility, this expat chose entitlement.
And instead of respecting the pace, they logged into a WhatsApp community group to complain.
If the pace here feels uncomfortable, it may be an invitation to grow...
Not a problem to fix.
For the love of gallo pinto... let's do better.

#costarica #movingtocostaricasimplified #expatlife #movingabroad #expatsincostarica #livingabroad #livingincostarica #howtomovetocostarica #beagoodexpat #morningmusing #lifeincostarica #expatlessons #lifebeyondthebubble
A real “ants in my pants” life in the jungle l A real “ants in my pants” life in the jungle lesson 🐜 🐜🐜

I wrote about other insects and animals to be aware of in Moving to Costa Rica Simplified. Available on Amazon. Link in bio!

#costarica #movingtocostaricasimplified #expatlife #movingabroad #expatsincostarica #livingabroad #livingincostarica #howtomovetocostarica
Starting a life in another country means learning Starting a life in another country means learning to live within its systems, not just live alongside them.

Costa Rica is a country with roots, systems, and history. One with a collective heart and complex layers.

Living here well means understanding how those layers hold people together... and how your actions fit into the whole.

Before you settle in, ask yourself:
👉 Are you here just to get what works for you?
👉 Or are you willing to be part of something bigger than yourself?

Because in a collective society, the question isn’t just how do I live well?
It’s... how do we all live better, together?

🌱 Learn how to move with awareness.
Book a relocation consult through the link in bio.

#costarica #movingtocostaricasimplified #expatlife #movingabroad #expatsincostarica #livingabroad #livingincostarica #howtomovetocostarica #beagoodexpat #lifeincostarica
Simple joys are found in the everyday. These aren’t my pups but they like to join me on my walks and they sure are sweet. Plus a surprise appearance by a motmot. 

#costarica #movingtocostaricasimplified #expatlife #movingabroad #expatsincostarica #livingabroad #livingincostarica #howtomovetocostarica #morningmusing #morningwalk #lifeincostarica
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