by Erp Lawyers | Sep 7, 2026 | Articles, Migration Law, Rentiers
If you’ve researched Costa Rica’s Rentista residency category, you’ve probably heard the same advice: open a Costa Rican bank account, deposit $60,000, and let the bank pay you $2,500 a month for two years. For many Americans, that raises an...
by Erp Lawyers | Sep 1, 2026 | Articles, Judicial Collection
Late payments in Costa Rica continue to show a sustained deterioration. In just two years, companies have experienced a significant increase in delinquent accounts across most sectors of the economy. The figures confirm this trend: delinquency in Costa Rican colones...
by Erp Lawyers | Aug 24, 2026 | Articles, Inheritance Law
Tony Hsieh, the founder of Zappos, built one of the most iconic brands in e-commerce and amassed an estate estimated at around US$500 million. Yet his death in 2020 exposed a critical flaw: the absence of a clear, verifiable estate plan. Years later, his estate has...
by Erp Lawyers | Aug 18, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law
When business owners are ready to formalize their operations in Costa Rica, one of the first questions they often ask is: Should I set up a Corporation (S.A.) or an LLC (SRL)? The answer does not depend solely on the current size of the business. Before choosing a...
by Erp Lawyers | Aug 12, 2026 | Articles, Real Estate Law
Costa Rica continues to attract international buyers looking for more than just a property: a place to live, enjoy retirement, or combine personal use with rental income. For North American investors, retirees, and digital nomads, purchasing real estate can be both a...
