BUILD?

A large portion of foreigners who decide to move to or retire in Costa Rica ends up building. In addition to the aforementioned advantages of owning a home, there are three good reasons for building one: It’s cheaper, you’ll get exactly what you want, and, in some places, it’s the only way to own a decent house, as there is literally nothing on the market. Building obviously comes with its drawbacks as well. If you don’t find the right people, building can be a huge headache. Also, your idea of a dream home is probably unique. Maybe you like having the Jacuzzi in the living room – most people don’t. This isn’t a problem if you live in your dream home for the rest of your life, but if for whatever reason you find you need to sell, it can be more difficult. Here are a few things to consider as you look at the possibility of building your own home.