Real Estate Kid

Villa del Parque Tropical
Price - $480,000
Location - Tambor
Construction Area - 2,600 Square Feet

This beautiful Costa Rican villa is only currently under construction. It was first put on the market for well over $550,000 but has been reduced in price about a hundred thousand as the builders are still looking for a future owner. Lots of new villas in Costa Rica Real Estate, and lots of excellent bargains!

The house is right next to the first hole of the golf course so a prime real estate listing for US golfers.

The pool is a private pool and is not shared with the fellow community members.

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Realty business has seen a spurt in the last few years, and the scene in Europe is not any different from other parts of the globe. Europe’s real estate business has taken a dizzying ascent to heights never seen before.

The catalyst for a successful deal is the agent. It does not require any superior intelligence to figure out that a real estate agent can make or break a deal. So both sellers and buyers look out for a ‘good’ real estate agent. What are the qualities or traits of a good agent? Well, they say nothing matches experience. The same applies well to a real estate agent as well. The more you have been in the business, the better you are.

A good knowledge of the real estate market is absolutely essential. Not knowing your market, the demand pattern, and the prevailing prices and the way it will head can be suicidal for the agent. Knowledge of the legal process involved in transfer of ownership, lease etc is also essential. It does not cost anything for the prospective buyer or seller to look up another real estate agent in case they find the agent is not able to understand their requirements and needs and also their budgetary constraints, if any.

Good communication skills and interpersonal skills are additional ‘tools’ of a good real estate agent. Convincing the buyer and seller that they are getting the best possible deal is of prime importance. Needless to say, real estate agents must behave with unscrupulous honesty and integrity.

Last but not the least, post deal communication with the client helps to gain that extra edge. One must always remember that most people are likely to remember the ‘guy who helped us clinch the deal’ more than the ‘the guy with whom we struck a deal’.

More great info is in the article titled Choosing a San Diego Real Estate Agent on San Diego Real Estate!

Knokke is one of Belgium’s most beloved seaside cities and probably one of the most expensive real estate locations this small central-european country has to offer…

Found this beautiful villa on knokkerealestate.be and decided it was a typical knokke property and therefor perfect for real estate kid!

I’ve been looking at villas in Turkey for quite some time, and I’ve always found them to be both on the small side and somewhat mediocre in finishing. Yet, as an investment, Turkish real estate seems to be doing great as the country transitions into Europe and prices start to catch up with the rest of the continent…

Alanya Real Estate a Good Investment? We think it is, and we found a website that’ll help you narrow down your search quite a bit. Real Estate Alanya has some great background info and in-depth articles; and is very much worth checking out.

If you want more detailed info and examples - check the site below, it’s got prices and photos!

If you’re looking to buy a house and you’d like an infinity pool make sure you execute it as good as these people have… It looks beautiful and peaceful and I’m sure it’s the most relaxing pool ever.

When I read through the description of this real estate listing I was pretty aroused (yes, AROUSED) — and when seeing the photoss, things only go worse…

This beautiful villa is built up on side of a Mountain with New 300 ft. Winding Cement Driveway. Entering property breathtaking Waterfall on adjoining land. Main house Decorated with Belgium Bamboo/Banana Wood Furnishings in Neutral Colors. Four poster Bed in Bedroom. Appliances White / Gas. Kichen has Piano Shaped Bar. All windows and doors Hand Made and Hand Carved by Native Artisans. All Doors have Intricately Carved Art Work. Windows and Doors Exterior Decorated with Black Wrought Iron Design. Native Laja Rock Used in Showers and thru-out Home with Ornamental Sinks and Faucets. Neutral colored Tile throughout. Ceiling Fans in each room and on Patio. Lighting is Hand Made Wrought Iron Chandeliers in every room. Air Conditioned.

Early morning coffee out your Master bedroom onto Small Veranda overlooking Pool. This House is very open Concept, Ceilings with exposed Teak and Cedar Beams showing Craftsmanship of Superior Builders of Costa Rica. Walk out your back door to Large covered Patio, and Step into a Gorgous Pool with Waterfall surrounded by Beautiful Landscaping Detail Directly behind and up a high stairwell of rounded cement steps rising above main house, you will find more Privacy with-in a Guest House Made For 2-4 People. Again newly furnished and with appliances ( refrigerator - micro wave ). Deep Well newly dug at 240 ft., great Drinking water .

Beautiful, isn’t it? Read through the full listing right here!

I’m actually contemplating Costa Rica as a destination (and thus I’m looking at Costa Rica Real Estate), and I’ve been looking at properties there for a few days now. At this point, this is one of my absolute favorites: (click right here for the listing!)

“Elegance defined! Marble staircase, domed celings, recessed lighting are indicators of what makes this house so unique. This 4 bedroom mansion is located in the hills of Santa Ana, with views of the valley, San Jose, Escazu and the mountains. First class construction and detailing make this truly a one of a kind home. The main exterior staircase leading to the front entrance is well lite with detailing in the side wall. The double front doors lead you into a large foyer, then proceeds into the salon for entertaining and the incredible dining room for formal meals with adjacent wine cellar. The kitchen is very modern, lots of natural light, cedar cabinets and fully equipped!

The color of the marble flooring is carried through onto the walls and complemented in the domed ceilings throughout the house. The first floor of the house is ideal for entertaining. An intermediate level offers an office space or TV entertainment center with access to pool area. he family living area is located on the second floor with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. The master bedroom includes a working fire place and the ensuite has a sunken jacuzzi bath tub. The large windows afford a dynamic view of the twinkling lights of Escazu and San Jose.

There is an additional third level which can be used as a studio, library or another family area. The heated jacuzzi flows into the free form swimming pool. Overlooking the pool area is a covered deck with rancho and washroom facilities. There is also a flat garden area of approximately 100 m2 (1,000 sq feet) ideal for a children’s playground.

Two car garage with independent gate controls and ample storage bodega. This is definitely a must see house. The architecture and level of finishings is comparable to homes found in Beverly Hills or the French Riviera. Located on the most luxurious gated community of San Jose, Villa Real in Escazu-Santa Ana. In terms of facilities there are tennis courts, soccer field, basketball court, swimming pool, game area and outdoor ranch. Top class 24/7 security with patrol and closed circuit cameras.”

Some amazing photos of the property:

Okay, I’m not buying an island in the Bahamas just yet, but I’m actually thinking about getting one some time soon. I used to be one of the many people thinking you’d need BILLIONS to own a piece of paradise, but after seeing the price tags listed on the net for a small island called Calabash Cay, Andros in the Bahamas, I’m pretty much reconsidering what I had written off.

Price tag? Just below a million USD. That’s not too bad, now is it?

Enjoy the pics — and let me know if you end up buying it — i’ll come haunt you down!