Clay and Sport Shooting in Costa Rica (and Why Hunting Isn't an Option)
Costa Rica banned sport hunting in 2012, so the shooting available here is clay and target only. What the firearms law requires, why permanent residency is the gateway, and what the sport licence permits.
The Hidden Cost of Staying Put: Estate Exposure for Globally Mobile Families
Families who live in several countries often have estate documents that only work in one. A look at where cross-border estates actually break.
CAJA vs Private Insurance vs International Coverage
Residents must join the Caja. Most also carry private cover. Understanding what each layer actually does prevents both overpaying and being underinsured.
Who Regulates Investment Migration? Law, Institutions and Oversight
Investment migration sits at the intersection of national sovereignty and international pressure. A guide to who actually sets the rules, who enforces them, and where accountability genuinely lies.
What It's Really Like to Own a Coffee Finca
Buying a coffee farm in Costa Rica is a working agricultural business, not a lifestyle accessory. Altitude, labour, processing, the harvest calendar and the honest economics of a small finca.
Plan B Thinking: Why Wealthy Families Are Quietly Building Political Optionality
Second residencies used to be a fringe topic. They are now a standard line item in family office planning. Here is the thinking behind political optionality — and its limits.
Does Where You Live Change How Long You Live? The Longevity Geography Data
Nicoya is one of the world original Blue Zones. What the research actually shows about place and lifespan — including the part that is fading.
The Costa Rica Golden Visa: Requirements, Timeline and True Cost
A complete guide to Costa Rica residency by investment — the $150,000 threshold, what qualifies, the real timeline, and the costs that do not appear in the headline figure.