FAQ'S

• Where should I live once I relocate to Costa Rica?
  

  Are you a city or country person? Is your dream to live by the beach? Mountainside? Was your job relocated here and you just want to be close to the office? KR & Associates is ready to tackle all these questions and present you with all the available relocation options that best fit your needs.

• What can I afford in terms of Real Estate in Costa Rica?
  

  Costa Rican real estate can become challenging to decipher, which is why KR & Associates pride themselves in impeccable research regarding the current real estate market, both for rental and sale. From Penthouses to Farm houses, we will find your next home at a price that fits your budget.

• Can I ship my furniture/appliances to Costa Rica? Who should I contact?
  

  Let us relocate your household items safely to Costa Rica using our network of international movers. Depending on your budget and number of items being relocated, we can choose the right moving company to trust with your valuable possessions. All our relocation partners offer door to door service including picking up your household items, shipping and required customs paperwork. KR & Associates will follow your shipment every step of the way and keep you informed of its progress until it arrives safely at your new home.

• I already have a car. Should I take it with me once I relocate or should I buy one in Costa Rica?
  

  All items coming into Costa Rica pay entry taxes based on their value, including vehicles. KR & Associates will research all the costs involved regarding relocating your vehicle. Based on that information, you can best decide if relocating your car or purchasing one here is best for you.

• Are there good schools in Costa Rica? Which are the best?
  

  Costa Rica offers an excellent educational system both public and private. For those that are relocating to Costa Rica with children, private schools are the best option. KR & Associates will recommend the best schools for your children based on location, education and budget.

• How is the medical industry in Costa Rica? Are there good doctors?
  

  Costa Rica is not only known for its beautiful landscape but also its outstanding medical programs. Besides its social healthcare program, private healthcare is excellent and affordable. There are numerous options and private insurance choices that will provide the right coverage for you and your family. Costa Rica is also one of the top counties for medical procedures including cosmetic surgery.

• Are there expat communities that I can join?
  

  One of the advantages of living in Costa Rica is its people; friendly and always willing to help. Ticos and foreigners know what it takes to get settled in this great country and will help in any way. We have provided a list of groups/forums so you can reach out to those who have gone through the process themselves and can give you an idea of what to expect and look out for.
  
  ARCR SEMINARS ON LIVING IN COSTA RICA are given once a month by the Association of Residents of Costa Rica (ARCR). Do not miss the opportunity to get informed about living in Costa Rica. The topics covered are: Costa Rican Laws and Regulations, Health Care System in Costa Rica, Real Estate (buying, selling and renting), Insurance in Costa Rica, Banking in Costa Rica, Moving and Customs, and Living and Retiring in Costa Rica. Call 2221-2053 or 2233-8068 or fax 2255-0061 for more information.

  YOUNG EXPATS OF COSTARICA (www.YoungExpatsOfCostaRica.org ) is a social club for expatriates under the age of 40 living in Costa Rica.This club will help younger expatriates living in or moving to Costa Rica to meet other expats in their age group for friendship, romance, travel and activity partners, and professional networking.
  The club's primary organizing tool is the Yahoo Groups e-mail list/forum found at the club's website. Members can use this list to coordinate social activities such as parties, movies, clubbing, trips and other outings, and to discuss issues of particular interest to younger singles, couples, and families, including Costa Rican colleges, ways to make a living here, dating and starting families in Costa Rica, etc. This is in contrast to other expat organizations, events and Internet forums in Costa Rica, which currently consist mostly of retirees and middle aged people and thus are more focused on topics of interest to older people.